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Vented Paddle Blinds for Piping Systems
We are your specialists, offering the perfect solution for finding in-stock vented paddle blinds, also known as bleeder blinds.
- ASME B16.48 Vented Paddle Blind Rental
- Hydro Blind Solutions offers a wide inventory of over 10,000 paddle blinds in stock—ready to ship and available for both purchase and rental.
- Vented paddle blinds are designed to temporarily block flow between two flanges while allowing pressure venting, making them ideal for system maintenance, isolation, or testing.
- We stock and manufacture vented paddle blinds in A516 Grade 70 Normalized (A516-70N) carbon steel, as well as 304L and 316L stainless steel. Custom vented blinds can also be fabricated from virtually any alloy or grade to meet your specific project needs.
- Available in sizes from 1/2" up to 96", with options for isolation or hydro test thicknesses. For blinds 26"–60", please specify Series A or Series B.
- Additional specs:
- Custom thicknesses: available via our on-site machine shop
- Pressure ratings: 50#, 300#, 600#, 900#, 1500#, 2500#
- Face types: Flat Face, Raised Face, or Ring Type Joint (RTJ)
- Finish options: Serrated (125/250 RMS) or Mill Finish
- Each vented paddle blind is clearly stamped with line size and flange rating, and features smooth, safe edges.
- Hydro Blind Solutions is your trusted partner for high-performance vented paddle blinds built to exacting standards.
Hydro Blind Solutions can supply various protective steel coatings upon request, and we meet ASME B16.48 standard, having all drawings downloadable on our website
We offer same-day shipping and delivery across the United States.
You can feel confident choosing Hydro Blind Solutions for reliable isolation piping products, all made in the USA, backed by a 24-hour on-call service.
Questions You'll Be Asked When Ordering Paddle Blinds
- Carbon or stainless?
- Size?
- Pressure class?
- Thickness?
- Finish?
- Over 24" (26-60") - Series A or B?
- Where are we shipping to?
- When do you need delivery on-site?