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Cherne® 6" Econ-O-Grip® Plug
Features
- Natural rubber O-ring
- Not recommended for pressure tests
- Effective pipe dust cover
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Maximum Back Pressure:
- 1 psi (0,07 bar)/2 ft. (0.7 M)
- Volume:
- 0.061
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Plumbing Testing
- Product Subgroup:
- Testing Products
- Product Type:
- Test Plug
- Product Finish:
- Metal
- Product Material:
- Metal
- Product Weight:
- 1.6
- Product Nominal Size:
- 6 in. (150 mm)
OATEY 271578 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can I use the Cherne 6 inch Econ-O-Grip plug for a pressure test on a DWV line?
No. The Econ-O-Grip plug is not recommended for pressure tests. It is rated for a maximum back pressure of 1 psi (0.07 bar), equal to about 2 ft (0.7 M) of water head, so it only holds a shallow static column. For a real air or water pressure test you need a mechanical or pneumatic test plug rated for the test pressure on your drawing.
2) What pipe size does the Oatey 271578 Econ-O-Grip plug fit?
It is a 6 inch nominal plug, 150 mm, so it goes into 6 inch DWV pipe or a 6 inch cleanout opening. Nothing larger or smaller will grip correctly, so match the plug to the actual nominal pipe size.
3) Will a 6 inch Econ-O-Grip plug hold back a full stack of water for a plumbing inspection?
No. A full stack puts far more than 1 psi on the plug, and 1 psi (roughly 2 ft of water) is the maximum back pressure this plug is built for. For a filled riser or a deep head of water, use a mechanical test plug rated for that pressure instead.
4) What is the Econ-O-Grip plug actually good for on a jobsite?
Two jobs: low-head plugging where the back pressure stays at or under 1 psi (about 2 ft of water), and as a pipe dust cover to keep debris, mortar, and trash out of an open line during construction. It seals with a natural rubber O-ring against the pipe wall.
5) Is the Cherne Econ-O-Grip plug body metal or plastic?
The body is metal, with a natural rubber O-ring doing the sealing. Shipping weight on the 6 inch size is 1.6 lb.
6) What is the part number to order for the Cherne 6 inch Econ-O-Grip plug?
Order Oatey/Cherne part number 271578. That is the 6 inch Econ-O-Grip plug; the size is built into the part, there are no handing or finish options to specify.
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Does the OATEY 271578 come with a warranty?
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