VTCON Fire Protection
July 29, 2026
Overview
The VTCON Cored Plug Style 291 provides a removable threaded closure for unused outlets, inspection points and temporary piping openings.
The square head supports installation and removal with a suitable wrench. The catalogue dimension table lists A dimensions from 1/2″ through 4″.
Select the thread size and finish according to the connected fitting and confirm sealing requirements and certification before use.
Key Features
• Male-threaded closure plug
• Square head for installation and removal
• Suitable for unused threaded outlets
• American Standard Class 300 product range
• Malleable iron material: ASTM A197 / A197M
• Catalogue size table: 1/2″–4″
Technical Specifications
| Items | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cored Plug |
| Style | 291 |
| Product Type | Male threaded square-head plug |
| Product Class | American Standard Class 300 |
| Material | ASTM A197 / A197M |
| Connection | Male thread |
| Items | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dimensions Standard | ASME B16.3 / ASME B16.14 (as applicable) |
| Thread Standard | ASME B1.20.1 |
| Surface Finish | Black or galvanized finish shown in catalogue; confirm product-specific availability |
| Size Range | 1/2"–4" (DN15–DN100) |
| Certification | FM / UL shown for the product range; confirm certification and size range for each style before publication |
| Application | Threaded fire protection piping systems |
Product Structure & Dimensions

Cored Plug Structure & Dimensions
| Size (Inch) | Nominal Size (mm) | A (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 | 15 | 23.9 |
| 3/4 | 20 | 27.2 |
| 1 | 25 | 31.8 |
| 1-1/4 | 32 | 34.5 |
| 1-1/2 | 40 | 36.9 |
| 2 | 50 | 39.7 |
| 2-1/2 | 65 | 46.0 |
| 3 | 80 | 49.0 |
| 4 | 100 | 64.5 |
Dimensions are for reference only. Please contact VTCON for detailed drawings and project requirements.
Applications
Fire sprinkler branch piping
Main pipe outlet connection
Commercial building fire protection
Industrial fire protection piping
Water-based fire suppression systems
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