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Cherne® 6" Inside of Pipe Gripper® Plug
Features
- ABS glass-reinforced plates for added strength
- Zinc-Plated carriage bolt resists rust and corrosion
- Plug is rated for 17 PSI or 40 ft. of head pressure
- Extra large zinc wing nut for ease of tightening, no wrench required
- Natural rubber O-ring for excellent expansion and memory
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Maximum Back Pressure:
- 17 psi (1,2 bar)/40 ft (12 M)
- Volume:
- 0.044
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Plumbing Testing
- Product Subgroup:
- Testing Products
- Product Type:
- Test Plug
- Product Finish:
- Yellow
- Product Material:
- Metal
- Product Weight:
- 1.6
- Product Nominal Size:
- 6 in. (150 mm)
OATEY 270253 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Do I need a wrench to tighten the Cherne 270253 plug?
No. It uses an extra large zinc wing nut that tightens by hand, so a plumber working down in a trench or inside a cleanout does not need to carry a wrench for it. The carriage bolt is zinc-plated to resist rust and corrosion on repeat use.
2) What is the Cherne 270253 plug made of, and will it survive repeated test use?
The plates are ABS glass-reinforced for strength, the compression hardware is zinc-plated metal, and the sealing element is a natural rubber O-ring chosen for expansion and memory, so it recovers its shape between tests instead of taking a permanent set.
3) Is an inside-of-pipe plug the right choice, or should I use an end-of-pipe or inflatable plug?
An inside-of-pipe mechanical plug like the 270253 expands against the inner wall of the pipe, so it works where you have an open pipe end or cleanout and want a reusable seal you tighten by hand. End-of-pipe plugs grip the outside of the pipe stub instead, which is what you want when the inside surface is damaged or obstructed. Inflatable plugs suit long runs and in-line locations you can reach only through an access point. For a straightforward 6 inch open end at up to 17 psi, the mechanical inside plug is the simple option.
4) What is the exact part number to order the Cherne 6 inch inside-of-pipe Gripper plug?
Oatey/Cherne part number 270253. It ships in the yellow finish Cherne uses on its Gripper plugs, which makes it easy to spot in a trench or stack before backfill.
5) How heavy is the Cherne 6 inch Gripper plug for a service truck?
It weighs 1.6 pounds and takes up about 0.044 cubic feet, so a crew can carry several sizes in one gang box without much penalty.
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Does the OATEY 270253 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The OATEY 270253 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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