Poly Repair Plugs – Professional "Goof Plugs" for Irrigation Lines (Bag of 50)
Please note the above shipping is an estimation only. Actual shipping cost can be calculated on the checkout page.
Important shipping notice: This product is not stocked at our Thomastown, VIC warehouse and is dispatched from another local warehouse. Please allow approximately 1-2 weeks for it to reach us before it is ready for pickup or dispatch.
Poly Repair Plugs – Professional "Goof Plugs" for Irrigation Lines (Bag of 50)
System reconfigurations and installation errors shouldn't mean replacing entire lengths of expensive poly pipe. Our Poly Repair Plugs—commonly known as "Goof Plugs"—are the essential "undo" button for any irrigation system. Designed to provide a permanent, high-pressure seal, these dual-sided plugs allow you to instantly close up holes in 13mm, 19mm, and 25mm poly tubing when a dripper is moved or a mistake has been made during the punching process. Engineered for a snap-fit application, they restore the structural integrity and pressure-holding capacity of your main lines, ensuring your nutrient delivery remains efficient and leak-free.
Best For: Plugging accidental holes in poly pipe, sealing off ports after moving micro-jets or drippers, and reconfiguring manifold layouts without wasting pipe.
Key Features
- Dual-Sized Tapered Design: Features two different-sized ends to accommodate various punch hole diameters, ensuring a snug, compression-fit seal regardless of the tool used to create the original opening.
- High-Pressure Snap-Fit: Engineered with a flared "mushroom" head that locks into the pipe wall, providing a permanent seal that won't pop out under the standard pressures of automated fertigation pumps.
- Industrial UV-Stabilisation: Manufactured from premium, horticultural-grade polymers designed to withstand the intense radiation of HID/LED grow lights and the Australian sun without becoming brittle.
- Chemical & Salt Resistance: Built to withstand constant contact with concentrated mineral nutrients and pH adjusters, ensuring the seal remains watertight for the life of the irrigation system.
- Cost-Effective System Longevity: Eliminates the need to cut and install a joiner or replace entire lateral runs when a fitting needs to be relocated, saving both time and material costs.
- Essential Emergency Bulk Pack: A "must-have" item in every grow room toolbox, ensuring you are prepared for rapid repairs during critical feed cycles.
Specifications
- Material: High-Impact, UV-Resistant Polypropylene
- Fitting Type: Dual-End Compression Repair Plug
- Quantity: 50 Pieces per Bag
- Colour: Black (Algae-Resistant)
- Compatibility: All Low-Density Poly (LDPE) Irrigation Pipe
Installation & Maintenance Tips
- The "Snap" Technique: To ensure a total seal, push the plug firmly into the hole until you feel it "snap" into place. The flared base should be flush against the pipe's outer wall to prevent weeping.
- Tool-Assisted Insertion: If you find the plugs difficult to insert by hand in colder conditions, use the insertion port on your 4mm hole punch tool (if available) or a pair of pliers to provide even pressure.
- Pressure Testing: After installing a repair plug, run your pump briefly to check for any slow drips. If a leak persists, ensure the plug is seated fully or try the larger end of the plug for a tighter compression fit.
Ideal For (Uses)
- System Re-Spacing: Moving drippers further apart as plants grow and expand their canopy without needing to run new supply lines.
- Correcting Installation Errors: Instantly fixing "goofs" where a hole was punched in the wrong location or at the wrong angle.
- Seasonal Manifold Updates: Closing off outlets in a central manifold when reducing the number of active grow sites between crop cycles.
Oversized Item Delivery Options
Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.
Available options include:
✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)
Important Notes:
- Shipping costs vary by location and method
- Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.
Business Delivery:
- Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
- If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
- If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
- Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
- Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment
Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!
Important Note on Availability & Shipping
Our warehouse serves as our office and logistics centre rather than a retail showroom. Because we ship from multiple locations and manage high-turnover stock, not all items are available for immediate pickup.
Lead Times:
- In-Stock Items: Usually ready for dispatch the same day.
- Supplier-Dependent Items: Usually take 2–8 weeks to arrive, depending on supplier availability. Products from Adloheat may take 8–12 weeks to manufacture—they are made to order in Australia by a small business, and longer lead times reflect the care put into quality.
While we strive for fast delivery, some timelines are subject to supplier availability and are beyond our control. We appreciate your patience as we source the best quality gear for your project.
Biosecurity & Interstate Shipping Restrictions
Due to strict state biosecurity regulations, we are unable to ship some products to certain states and territories:
- Potting Mixes cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA), the Northern Territory (NT), or Tasmania (TAS).
- Seeds cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA).
Orders placed for these items to restricted states will be cancelled and refunded. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the items being ordered can lawfully be delivered to their state or territory.
We Offer the Best Prices
We are committed to offering our customers the best prices possible. If you find the exact same product advertised at a lower price elsewhere, we invite you to contact us and we will review your price match request.
Price Match Conditions:
- The competitor must be an Australian-based seller with a physical presence in Australia
- The product must be the exact same item with a matching SKU or model number
- The product must be in stock and available for purchase at the competitor
- The lower price must be publicly advertised and currently available (not a clearance, closeout, or discontinued item)
- Price matching excludes marketplace platforms including but not limited to Temu and Aliexpress
- Price matching requests must be made before purchase
How to Request a Price Match:
To request a price match, please contact us at sales@greenhousepolytunnels.com.au with a link to the competitor's product listing, or call us on 0418 438 774. Please include the product details and the advertised lower price. We will review your request and respond within 2 business days.
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