Foam Balls In Pipeline Pigging

Foam balls are widely used in industries such as oil and gas, water distribution, food processing, and chemical transportation.

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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.

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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.

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Parameters of Foam Balls

NameCustomized Foam Pig
MaterialPolyurethane
Light Density0.02-0.3g/m3
Medium Density0.08-0.12g/m3
Heavy Density0.13-0.16g/m3
Feature1. High wear resistance
2. Good cleaning performance
3. Low cost
PaymentTT/LC
Advantage1. They are lightweight and flexible.
2. Nice cleaning efficiency.
3. Accurate location tracking.

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Polyurethane Material Specification

Polyurethane material specification:
NO.Factory inspection main indicatorsCup/DISC
120℃Hardness(SHORE  A)85±2
2Tensile strength (MPa)51.7
3100%stress at definite elongation (MPa)4.8
4300%stress at definite elongation (MPa)9.2
5Tensile set (%)780
6Tear strength (KN/m)73
7Impact resilience (%)32
8DIN abrasion (mm²)35

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