Aquasol I-Purge X Inflatable Purge Bladder UAE Qatar Saudi

The most adaptable modular inflatable purge bladder for TIG pipe welding. Patented Bladder Expansion Technology fits one unit to multiple pipe sizes — 2" to 70". Spark-resistant, high-heat, quick-connect. CE approved, ISO certified, made in the USA. Supplied across the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and wider GCC.

Product Overview

What It Is

The Aquasol I-Purge X is a modular inflatable purge bladder system for TIG (GTAW) pipe welding. Two inflatable bladders seal inside the pipe on either side of the weld joint, creating a purge chamber that fills with inert gas to protect the weld root from oxidation. Its patented Bladder Expansion Technology (BET) lets one unit fit multiple pipe sizes and all schedules within its range — a reusable, long-term alternative to water-soluble paper dams.

Who Uses It

TIG welders, pipe fabricators, welding supervisors and QC engineers on stainless steel and alloy pipework across oil & gas, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and power generation projects throughout the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. Ideal for fabrication shops and any pipe with accessible ends.

Where It Is Used

Stainless and duplex pipe TIG welding in fabrication shops and on-site across the GCC — from Dubai and Abu Dhabi to Doha, Ras Laffan, Riyadh, Dammam and Jubail. Used wherever a fast, reusable, high-quality purge is needed on repeat pipe diameters.

Tri-Flow Purge System

BLUE — Inflate & Purge

Inflates the bladders to seal against the pipe wall, then floods the weld zone with inert gas. The primary connection — required on every setup. 30 SCFH (15 LPM) for 2"–36"; 60 SCFH (28.5 LPM) for 38"–48".

BLACK — Direct Purge

Optional secondary line that floods the weld zone with inert gas and evacuates oxygen at a faster rate — expediting the purge on larger pipe or where fast turnaround matters.

WHITE — Exhaust / Monitor

Connects to an oxygen monitor such as the Aquasol POM-100B, reading down to 100 PPM (0.01%) for continuous or spot O₂ verification in the weld zone before welding starts.

Complete System Sizes (XABLD)

I-Purge X Modular Inflatable System — Sold as Complete System

I-Purge X Isolator® — One-Sided Plug (XISO)

Optional Extended Length High-Heat Harnesses

• Fits 2"–70" Pipe
• Bladder Expansion Tech (BET)
• Cover to 400°F / 205°C
• Harness to 1200°F / 650°C
• CE Approved
• ISO Certified — Made in USA

Key Features & Benefits

Bladder Expansion Technology (BET)

Patented technology lets one unit fit multiple pipe sizes and all schedules within its range — an 8-12" unit fits every pipe from 8" to 12". Bladders expand and contract repeatedly, dramatically reducing the number of purge units a fabrication shop needs to stock.

Spark-Resistant, High-Heat

The durable exterior cover is infused with spark-resistant elements — it does not combust when exposed to flames and sparks, and withstands up to 400°F (205°C) against the pipe. The fiberglass bridge harness withstands up to 1200°F (650°C).

Quick-Connect Modules

Push-button quick-connect fittings snap modules to the harness in seconds — no tools required. Individual modules and parts can be replaced separately, avoiding costly re-purchase of a complete system if one component wears or a new size is needed.

Inert Gas Diffuser

Patent-pending diffuser reduces turbulence by dispersing inert gas equally in all directions within the weld zone — improving weld quality and consistency by preventing uneven gas flow across the root.

Proprietary Relief Valve

Factory pre-set relief valves deliver precise flow rates, maintain an optimum seal on the pipe wall, and prevent over-inflation and bladder burst. A low-profile relief valve is available on the 2" and 3" models.

Reducer & Isolator Configurations

Combine modules of different sizes to create a reducer for stepped pipe joints, or use the I-Purge X Isolator as a one-sided pipe plug for purging valves and tanks, or for sealing during servicing, cleaning and inspection.

Applications by Industry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an inflatable purge bladder and how does it work?

An inflatable purge bladder system creates a purge dam inside a pipe for TIG welding. Two inflatable bladders are inserted on either side of the weld joint and inflated with inert gas to seal against the pipe wall, forming a purge chamber around the weld zone. Argon then fills the chamber, displacing oxygen so the weld root is protected from oxidation. The Aquasol I-Purge X uses patented Bladder Expansion Technology (BET) so one unit fits a range of pipe sizes, with a spark-resistant cover protecting the bladder from weld heat and sparks.

What pipe sizes does the I-Purge X fit?

Available in expandable ranges from 2-3" (51-76mm) up to 60-70" (1524-1778mm). Thanks to BET, one unit fits every size within its range and all schedules for that diameter — an 8-12" unit fits any pipe from 8" to 12". Modules of different sizes can be combined to create a reducer for stepped pipe joints.

What temperature can the I-Purge X withstand?

The spark-resistant outer cover withstands up to 400°F (205°C) in direct contact with the pipe, and the fiberglass bridge harness up to 1200°F (650°C). Because the bladder interior has lower heat resistance, keep the overall system below 250°F (120°C) for proper operation. For pre-heat and high-heat welding, an extended length harness places the bladders outside the heat-affected zone (HAZ).

What is the Tri-Flow hose system?

Three separate hoses: BLUE inflates the bladders and floods the weld zone with inert gas (required); BLACK is an optional direct purge line that floods and evacuates oxygen faster; WHITE connects to an oxygen monitor like the Aquasol POM-100B (reads to 100 PPM / 0.01%) for real-time purge verification. Together they give faster purging with accurate oxygen monitoring.

How do I get a price for the Aquasol I-Purge X?

Send us the models, sizes and quantities you need on WhatsApp +971 55 697 6535 and we will reply with pricing, availability and delivery time.

Aquasol I-Purge X Supplier in the UAE & GCC

Global Hardware & Tools LLC is a Dubai-based supplier of Aquasol I-Purge X inflatable purge bladder systems, isolators and harnesses for projects across the UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah), Qatar (Doha), Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah, Jubail). From our Dubai head office we also ship to Nigeria and across Africa. For pricing and availability, WhatsApp +971 55 697 6535.