{"product_id":"moldex-battleplugs-6488t-replacement-tips-regular-medium-50-pairs","title":"Moldex 6488T BattlePlugs Replacement Tips — Regular\/Medium, 50 Pairs","description":"\u003caside style=\"background:#1a1a2e;border-left:4px solid #e94560;padding:1rem 1.25rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem;border-radius:0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#a0a0b0;font-size:0.85rem;font-style:italic;\"\u003eWC Safety stocks the full Moldex BattlePlug line including all replacement tip sets and the BattlePlug Combo Pack. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/safety-resources\/moldex-earplug-selection-guide\" style=\"color:#e94560;\"\u003eMoldex Earplug Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to find the right hearing protection for your application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMoldex 6488T BattlePlug Replacement Tips — Fits Size M | Blue Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMoldex 6488T BattlePlug Replacement Tips (Size M)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMoldex 6488T\u003c\/strong\u003e is the replacement foam tip set for the Moldex BattlePlug Size M (Blue tips). BattlePlugs use a replaceable foam insert system — the reusable stem housing lasts indefinitely while only the foam tip requires periodic replacement. This significantly reduces the ongoing cost of BattlePlug hearing protection programs versus replacing entire units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ccaption\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/caption\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6488T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits BattlePlug Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTip Color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNRR (Closed with these tips)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNRR (Open with these tips)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible BattlePlug SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6498\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReusable Stem Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — tip only, stem sold with complete BattlePlug unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrect replacement for Size M:\u003c\/strong\u003e BattlePlug tips are size-specific — Blue tips fit only the Size M BattlePlug stem. Using incorrect size tips will not seat properly and will not achieve rated NRR.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestores full NRR 24\/9 performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e New foam tips restore the original NRR 24 closed \/ NRR 9 open rating. Worn or contaminated tips reduce effective attenuation — replace tips when performance degrades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower ongoing cost than full unit replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacing only the foam insert extends the life of the reusable BattlePlug stem housing indefinitely at a fraction of full-unit replacement cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoldex USA manufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same foam formulation as the original BattlePlug tips — PVC-free, ANSI S3.19 compliant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Replace BattlePlug Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFoam no longer compresses and re-expands consistently on insertion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisible contamination (earwax buildup, debris) that cannot be removed by wiping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFoam surface is hardened, cracked, or deformed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeal quality has noticeably degraded (verify with palm-cup test after insertion)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTips have been used for approximately 30+ shifts of full-day wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not attempt to wash foam tips — water degrades the foam. Replace the tip; clean the stem separately with a damp cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible BattlePlug Units\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTip Color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNRR Closed\/Open\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComplete Unit SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReplacement Tips SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moldex-earplugs\/products\/moldex-6496-battleplugs-xs\"\u003e6496\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moldex-earplugs\/products\/moldex-6496t-battleplugs-xs-tips\"\u003e6496T\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\/12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moldex-earplugs\/products\/moldex-6497-battleplugs-s\"\u003e6497\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moldex-earplugs\/products\/moldex-6487t-battleplugs-s-tips\"\u003e6487T\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\/9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moldex-earplugs\/products\/moldex-6498-battleplugs-m\"\u003e6498\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moldex-earplugs\/products\/moldex-6488t-battleplugs-m-tips\"\u003e6488T\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\/12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moldex-earplugs\/products\/moldex-6499-battleplugs-l\"\u003e6499\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moldex-earplugs\/products\/moldex-6489t-battleplugs-l-tips\"\u003e6489T\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these tips compatible with all BattlePlug sizes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — BattlePlug tips are size-specific. This listing (6488T) fits only the Size M BattlePlug stem (Blue tips). Using tips from a different size will not seat correctly and may fall out or fail to seal. Match the tip color to your BattlePlug stem color to confirm correct pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I buy just the stem without the tips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BattlePlug stem is only sold as part of the complete unit (which includes tips). If the stem is damaged, purchase a new complete BattlePlug unit (Size M: SKU 6498). Replacement tips (this listing) are for maintaining an existing, undamaged stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many tips come in the replacement set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach replacement set includes one pair of tips (one left, one right) — sufficient to restore one BattlePlug unit. For programs issuing multiple BattlePlugs, purchase one replacement set per unit per replacement cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I install replacement tips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the worn tip from the stem by gently pulling it straight off. Inspect the stem for damage before installing the new tip. Press the new foam tip onto the stem post until it is fully seated and cannot be pulled off with gentle tension. Test the seal after installation by inserting and performing the palm-cup fit check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Moldex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44052820590680,"sku":"6488T","price":234.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/61wzds3543L._SL1500.jpg?v=1777695169","url":"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/products\/moldex-battleplugs-6488t-replacement-tips-regular-medium-50-pairs","provider":"WC Safety","version":"1.0","type":"link"}