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OATEY 272930 Cherne® 15" Aluminum T-Handle Gripper® Plug (Non Bypass)

OATEY 272930 Cherne® 15" Aluminum T-Handle Gripper® Plug (Non Bypass)

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Cherne® 15" Aluminum T-Handle Gripper® Plug (Non Bypass)

  • Features

    • 15 in. and 18 in. plugs are sized for concrete and clay pipe
    • available with or without bypass
    • Made of heavy-duty aluminum
    • Can be used in long-term applications
    • 6 in.-12 in. plugs are sized for concrete, clay, & SDR 26 and 35 pipe
    • Chemical-resistant neoprene O-ring

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Maximum Back Pressure:
10 psi (0,7 bar)/30 ft. (9.1 M)
Volume:
0.708
Department:
Plumbing
Product Group:
Plumbing Testing
Product Subgroup:
Testing Products
Product Type:
Test Plug
Product Finish:
Metal
Product Weight:
25
Product Nominal Size:
15 in. (380 mm)

OATEY 272930 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What pipe size and pipe material is the Cherne 15 inch T-Handle Gripper plug made for?
The Cherne 272930 is a 15 in. (380 mm) nominal plug, and Cherne sizes its 15 in. and 18 in. Gripper plugs for concrete and clay pipe. The smaller 6 in. to 12 in. Gripper plugs are the ones rated for concrete, clay and SDR 26 and 35 pipe, so if you're plugging 15 inch plastic sewer pipe this is not the plug called out for it.
2) How much head of water will the Oatey 272930 test plug hold?
It's rated to 10 psi (0,7 bar) back pressure, which is 30 ft. (9.1 M) of water head. That covers a typical deep manhole or riser test, but if your head exceeds 30 feet you need a higher pressure plug.
3) Can I flow sewage or water through the Cherne 272930 while it's installed?
No. The 272930 is the non-bypass version of the 15 in. aluminum T-Handle Gripper, so it seals the line completely with no port through the body. Cherne offers this Gripper plug with or without bypass, so if you need to divert flow or run a hose through during the test, order the bypass version instead.
4) Is this test plug OK to leave in the line for weeks, or is it test-only?
It's built for long-term use. The body is heavy-duty aluminum and the seal is a chemical-resistant neoprene O-ring, which is why Cherne lists this Gripper as suitable for long-term applications rather than a quick pressure test only. That makes it workable for holding a line off during a construction phase, not just a one-day inspection.
5) Does the Cherne T-Handle Gripper plug need an air compressor or inflation?
No compressor, no air line. The T-Handle Gripper is a mechanical plug: you turn the T-handle to compress the neoprene O-ring against the pipe wall until it grips and seals. That's the practical difference from a pneumatic test ball, which needs an inflation hose and a gauge and can lose pressure over time.
6) How heavy is the 15 inch Cherne Gripper plug, and can one person set it?
It weighs 25 pounds. At that weight in a 15 inch line it's a one-man carry but usually a two-man set if you're working down a manhole or reaching into a trench. Plan a rope or a tag line on it before you lower it.
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Does the OATEY 272930 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The OATEY 272930 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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