Description
Foam Balls in Pipeline Pigging
Foam balls are a type of pipeline pig used for cleaning, and product separation in pipelines. Made from open-cell or closed-cell polyurethane foam, they are highly flexible and can easily navigate bends, valves, and varying pipeline diameters, making them ideal for diverse pipeline systems.
Features of Foam Balls
Foam balls offer several advantages in pipeline pigging operations, including:
- Effective Cleaning – Remove soft deposits, dust, and light debris from the pipeline interior.
- Dewatering – Assist in removing residual water or liquids after hydrostatic testing or maintenance.
- Product Separation – Prevent contamination by separating different products in multiphase pipelines.
- Flexibility – Easily pass through tight bends and diameter variations, making them suitable for complex pipeline configurations.
- Cost-Effectiveness – Lightweight, inexpensive, and often disposable, providing a practical alternative to traditional metal pigs.
Foam balls are widely used in industries such as oil and gas, water distribution, food processing, and chemical transportation. Their efficiency, adaptability, and affordability make them a preferred choice for routine pipeline maintenance and cleaning operations.
Parameters of Foam Balls
| Name | Customized Foam Pig | ||||
| Material | Polyurethane | ||||
| Light Density | 0.02-0.3g/m3 | ||||
| Medium Density | 0.08-0.12g/m3 | ||||
| Heavy Density | 0.13-0.16g/m3 | ||||
| Feature | 1. High wear resistance | ||||
| 2. Good cleaning performance | |||||
| 3. Low cost | |||||
| Payment | TT/LC | ||||
| Advantage | 1. They are lightweight and flexible. | ||||
| 2. Nice cleaning efficiency. | |||||
| 3. Accurate location tracking. | |||||
Polyurethane Material Specification
| Polyurethane material specification: | ||
| NO. | Factory inspection main indicators | Cup/DISC |
| 1 | 20℃Hardness(SHORE A) | 85±2 |
| 2 | Tensile strength (MPa) | 51.7 |
| 3 | 100%stress at definite elongation (MPa) | 4.8 |
| 4 | 300%stress at definite elongation (MPa) | 9.2 |
| 5 | Tensile set (%) | 780 |
| 6 | Tear strength (KN/m) | 73 |
| 7 | Impact resilience (%) | 32 |
| 8 | DIN abrasion (mm²) | 35 |
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