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Polyethylene -10 JIC / -10 SAE (7/8-14) Protective Threaded Plug for Flared Fittings

Description & Features

Manufactured by Essentra Plastics, this protective closure is engineered from durable polyethylene, specifically designed for -10 JIC and -10 SAE fittings. Perfect for preserving the integrity of your threaded connections, it features a 7/8-14 thread profile.

Its robust construction ensures reliable performance in various applications requiring precision.

The Essentra Components 5/8 JIC plug is a critical addition that safeguards your flared fittings from contaminants and damage during transportation or storage.

This threaded plug does not come with a thread sealant, maintaining operational efficiency and system longevity.

MPN: C1EJ80

Supplier Part Number: T8A

Specifications

Brand ESSENTRA COMPONENTS	Color Red	Material LDPE	Suitable For Use With 37 deg JIC Flared Fittings	Thread Sealant Without Thread Sealant	Thread Size 7/8-14

Product Questions & Answers (4)

Question by: Patty B on Nov 30, 2025, 8:52 PM

i got a -10 jic flare fitting here, is this the right little plug to screw in and keep the threads from getting banged up?

Answer by: Customer Support on Dec 2, 2025, 6:22 AM

Made for protective closure use, this polyethylene plug threads into -10 JIC or -10 SAE flared fittings that use a 7/8-14 thread, helping cover and protect the fitting threads during handling or storage.

Question by: Lyle P on Jul 29, 2025, 11:44 AM

what size thread do these plastic plugs fit exactly. got some -10 SAE fittings i need to cap off

Answer by: Customer Support on Jul 31, 2025, 8:25 AM

You will find these are an exact match for your -10 SAE flared fittings. The specific thread size is 7/8-14 and they are made from polyethylene to act as a standard protective closure. They do not include any thread sealant.

Question by: Troy C on Feb 13, 2026, 4:25 PM

Will this plug keep dirt and stuff out of my hydraulic fittings while I'm working on other parts of the system?

Answer by: Customer Support on Feb 14, 2026, 8:52 PM

Absolutely, this polyethylene plug is designed to protect -10 JIC and -10 SAE fittings from contamination during storage or transportation, keeping the threads clean and ready for use.

Question by: Merle M on Jun 28, 2025, 6:13 PM

got a -10 JIC flare fitting with 7/8-14 threads. is this the right plug to keep the threads clean while it’s sittin on the shelf?

Answer by: Customer Support on Jun 30, 2025, 2:07 PM

For a quick protective cap during storage or transport, this polyethylene threaded plug is made for -10 JIC and -10 SAE flared fittings and uses a 7/8-14 thread, so it matches the thread profile you called out.