Plastimo Small wooden stopper

PLASTIMO Small Wooden Stopper – Essential Marine Emergency Plug

Ensure your peace of mind on the water with the PLASTIMO Small Wooden Stopper, an indispensable safety device for every vessel. As a critical component of your boat´s emergency equipment, this simple yet highly effective plug serves as your first line of defense against unexpected water ingress. Designed by PLASTIMO, a trusted name in marine safety, this stopper is engineered to provide a rapid and reliable temporary seal in critical situations, potentially preventing a minor leak from escalating into a major emergency. Whether you´re a coastal cruiser, an offshore sailor, or a weekend powerboater, having these essential Stoppers readily available is a fundamental aspect of responsible seamanship.

The primary benefit of the PLASTIMO Wooden Stopper lies in its immediate and effective functionality. In the event of a failed seacock, a broken through-hull fitting, or a small hull breach, time is of the essence. This stopper is designed for swift deployment. Its classic, tapered conical shape allows it to be quickly inserted and hammered into a variety of circular or irregularly shaped holes, creating an instant plug. The true genius of its design is revealed once it´s in place; the natural soft wood material begins to absorb water, causing it to swell and expand. This expansion creates an increasingly tight and secure seal against the hull or fitting, significantly reducing or completely stopping the flow of water while you assess the situation and plan a permanent repair.

Crafted for performance under pressure, the main features of this stopper are focused on reliability and ease of use. The precisely machined tapered profile ensures it can address a range of hole diameters with a single unit, making it a versatile tool for your emergency kit. It is lightweight and compact, allowing for convenient storage in accessible locations, such as near through-hull fittings, in your ditch bag, or within your main toolkit. We recommend tying them with a lanyard to the seacocks they are intended to protect for even faster access. As one of the most fundamental types of emergency Stoppers, its use is intuitive, requiring no special training to effectively deploy in a high-stress scenario. This product is a testament to the principle that sometimes the simplest solutions are the most dependable.

Technical Specifications:

* Product Type: Emergency Wooden Stopper
* Brand: PLASTIMO
* Application: Emergency plugging of leaks from seacocks, through-hulls, and small hull breaches
* Design: Tapered cone for versatile fitting

* Tapered Diameter: 15 mm to 25 mm
* Length: 100 mm
* Key Feature: Swells upon contact with water for a tighter, more secure seal

Don´t leave your safety to chance. Equip your vessel with the PLASTIMO Small Wooden Stopper and sail with the confidence that you are prepared to handle the unexpected. It is a small investment that provides an invaluable level of security for you, your crew, and your boat. Add this essential piece of safety equipment from our Accessories and Parts collection to your cart today