LENGAP0.5 - Gap-A-Let 1/2-Inch Socket Weld Spacer Rings (20-Pack)

The Fastest Way to Fit Up Socket Welds

Stop wasting time scribing lines and measuring pull-backs. With G.A.L. Gage Gap-A-Let Rings, you can fit up 1/2-inch socket welds in seconds and know you have the perfect gap every time. We know that in the field, speed and consistency are everything. Trying to eyeball a 1/16-inch gap or fiddling with a tape measure while holding a pipe is a hassle you don't need. These rings are designed to be a "drop-in" solution that takes the guesswork out of your fit-up, letting you focus on laying down a quality bead.

Here is how it works: simply compress the spring-tensioned ring and snap it into the bottom of the socket fitting. It locks in place tight, so it won't rattle around or fall out, even if you are welding overhead. Once it's in, slide your pipe in until it bottoms out against the ring. That's it. You are ready to tack. The ring automatically sets the required 1/16-inch gap to handle heat expansion, keeping the inspector happy and keeping your welds crack-free. No more scribing, no more measuring, and no more worrying if you pulled the pipe back enough.

Made from stainless steel, these rings are tough and resist corrosion, so they are safe to use in most piping systems. Whether you are working on a shutdown, a new install, or a quick repair, keeping a pack of these in your tool bucket saves you frustration and time. They are especially useful when you have a lot of small-bore pipe to run and need to keep production moving. Get the fit-up right the first time, every time, with Gap-A-Let rings.