Pipe Plugs & Testing Equipment for Rent

United Rentals carries a wide selection of pipe plugs and testing equipment for rent. We carry the top manufacturers of pressure testing equipment for pipes, including Lansas, Cherne, Sklarz and more, to fit your job’s needs. Whether you’re looking for a flow-thru plug (also known as a bypass plug) or a test plug to find a leak location or test line acceptance, United Rentals has rugged inflatable test plugs to help you get the job done. Not using the correct pipe plug can ruin a test, crack pipes and waste resources, so getting the right equipment for the job is important. Inflatable pipe test plugs come in various sizes for temporary sealing and are designed for sewage, water line or any other type of pipe that requires maintenance. Our United Rentals expert technicians service and maintain all our pipe pressure testing equipment to ensure things will run smoothly and reliably on your next project.

FAQs About Pipe Plugs & Testing Equipment

What are pipe plugs?

Pipe plugs are temporary solutions to seal and hold pipes in sewer lines, water lines and more to test leaks and water pressure. Inflatable pipe plugs can be fitted into the section of the pipe that requires testing and inflated until snug.

What is the best pipe for water lines?

Although PEX, copper or PVC pipes can be used, it is recommended to use a galvanized metal pipe. Galvanized steel has a coating that provides a barrier to corrosion and extends the life of the pipe.

How do you seal a leaking pipe?

To stop a leaking pipe, you must first turn off the water supply, then drain the water from the damaged pipe. After that, you have a few choices to temporarily stop the leak before you repair the pipe. You can use a water pipe epoxy compound, pipe wraps, pipe clamps, rubber pipe connectors, plumbing repair tape or repair sleeves.

Cat Class Code

500-0814

Mandrel Frame, 8 in.-12/15 in.

Steel Deflection Gauge
Allows rocks to pass through
Rugged Design
Easy to use
Uses: Ideal for testing piping for shaping and deflection
Add this mandrel frame to your cart now

Cat Class Code

500-8774

Rope Line, 1/4 in. by 500 ft.

500' rope line with 1/4" diameter
Rugged design with high tensile strength
Comes with metal spool
United Rentals will contact you to confirm requirements
Uses: Ideal for marking off areas and tying objects in place

Cat Class Code

500-9000

Vacuum Pump

Suction and discharge capable
Handles solids and liquids
Portable
Heavy-duty construction
Uses: Ideal for pumping muddy water, greywater, sludge or sewage or general solid-laden dewatering in construction, industrial and municipal jobsites
Add this vacuum pump to your cart now

Cat Class Code

500-9001

Vacuum Air Tester

Easy to operate, low maintenance
Touch-screen options available
Electric or battery operation
Portable unit
Uses: Ideal for testing manholes, pipes, shafts, small sewage treatment plants for filtration issues for compliance with safety standards

Yellow and black Cherne portable manhole vacuum testing pump

Cat Class Code

944-9961

Manhole Vacuum Testing Pump

Specialized equipment makes testing a manhole or grease interceptor easy
Calibrated gauges
Easy to use
United Rentals will contact you to confirm requirements
Uses: Ideal for vacuum testing a manhole or grease interceptor

Cat Class Code

944-9966

Manhole 21 in.-27 in., Pneumatic Disc Testing Assembly

Manhole 21-27" diameter
Pneumatic disc assembly for testing included
Durable and easy to install
United Rentals will contact you to confirm requirements
Uses: Ideal for completing a vacuum test of manholes to determine its resistance water infiltration

Cat Class Code

944-9967

Manhole Vacuum Tester, 30-36 in.

Available in 30-36" diameter
Calibrated gauges
Easy to use
United Rentals will contact you to confirm requirements
Uses: Ideal for testing new or existing manholes for infiltration and exfiltration problems

Cat Class Code

944-9974

Manhole Tester, 38", Complete

Calibrated Gauges
Easy Use

Cat Class Code

944-9976

Inflation range 8"-12"
Lightweight bypass plug
Rugged design
Eye bolt for lifting
Uses: Ideal for water testing, sewer bypassing, gravity bypassing or bypass pumping

Cat Class Code

500-8380

Flow-Through Plug, 24 in.-48 in., 4 in. Outlet

Inflation range 24"-48"
Lightweight bypass plug
Rugged design
4" outlet included
Uses: Ideal for water testing, sewer bypassing, gravity bypassing or bypass pumping

Cat Class Code

500-8830

Test Ball Plug, 24-60 in.

Inflation range: 24-60 in.
Rugged design
Feature easy-to-use quick disconnect hose connections
United Rentals will contact you to confirm requirements
Uses: Ideal for line acceptance or leak location testing

Cat Class Code

500-8778

Triple Hose, 50 ft.

50' long triple hose
Color-coded
Rugged construction
United Rentals will contact you to confirm requirements
Uses: Ideal for leak location testing and line acceptance procedures

Yellow and black Cherne air test control panel open

Cat Class Code

500-9150

Air Test Control Panel

Easy to operate, low maintenance
Cable lines and winches available
Electric or battery operation
Contact United Rentals with your requirements
Uses: Ideal for testing pipes, shafts or confined spaces for filtration issues for compliance with safety standards

Cat Class Code

500-0820

Deflection Gauge Mandrel, 6 in., 5%

Steel Deflection Gauge
Allows rocks to pass through
Rugged Design
Easy to use
Uses: Ideal for testing piping for shaping and deflection
Add this deflection gauge to your cart now

Cat Class Code

500-4112

Pipe Joint Tester, 48 in.-54 in.

Easy to install and remove
Completes tests in minutes
Test multiple sizes of large diameter pipe
Very rugged instrument
Uses: Ideal for multi-size joint testing of joint integrity in large-diameter pipes up to 54"

Cat Class Code

500-4116

Pipe Joint Tester, 60 in.-66 in.

Easy to install and remove
Completes tests in minutes
Test multiple sizes of large diameter pipe
Very rugged instrument
Uses: Ideal for multi-size joint testing of joint integrity in large-diameter pipes up to 66"

Cat Class Code

500-4300

Pipe Plug, 24-48 in.

Inflation range: 24-48 in.
Rugged design
Tested to ensure durability and safety
Plugs are lightweight and flexible
Uses: Ideal for temporarily sealing off pipes for repairs or in the event of a spill
Please contact a United Rentals representative today for information

Cat Class Code

500-8321

Flow-Through Plug, 6 in.-10 in.

Inflation range 6"-10"
Lightweight bypass plug
Rugged design
Eye bolt for lifting
Uses: Ideal for water testing, sewer bypassing, gravity bypassing or bypass pumping

Cat Class Code

500-8361

Flow-Through Plug, 12 in.-18 in.

Inflation range 12"-18"
Lightweight bypass plug
Rugged design
Eye bolt for lifting
Uses: Ideal for water testing, sewer bypassing, gravity bypassing or bypass pumping