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Product Specs
- Base Material:
- PVC
- Connection Type:
- PVC
- Volume:
- 0.147
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Plumbing
- Product Subgroup:
- Drainage Products
- Product Type:
- Drain
- Product Finish:
- Chrome
- Product Material:
- PVC
- Product Weight:
- 4
OATEY 72097 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does the Oatey 72097 drain connect to 3 inch or 4 inch PVC pipe?
Both. The Oatey 72097 general purpose drain body accepts either 3 inch or 4 inch PVC, so one part covers the two common DWV branch sizes. Connections are PVC solvent weld, so you'll need PVC cement and primer at the hub.
2) Can I use the Oatey 72097 drain on a cast iron or ABS line?
No. The 72097 is a PVC-bodied drain with PVC hub connections, so it solvent welds to PVC only. For an ABS system you need an ABS-bodied drain, and on cast iron you'd transition with a no-hub coupling to PVC first.
3) How big is the grate on the Oatey 72097 floor drain?
It comes with a 5 inch round chrome-plated grate and round ring. That's the finished opening you'll see at floor level, so plan your tile or topping cut around the 5 inch round profile rather than the pipe size below it.
4) What do I order to get a complete Oatey 72097 drain assembly?
Order model 72097 and you get the PVC drain body plus the 5 inch chrome grate and round ring together. It ships as a single model with no finish or size options to specify. Solvent cement, primer, and any trap or riser pipe are separate.
5) Is the Oatey 72097 a trap, or do I still need to install a P-trap?
It's a drain body with grate, not a trapped drain. You still need a separate P-trap on the PVC line below, plus a means of trap priming if the floor drain is in a space that dries out.
6) Is the chrome grate on the Oatey 72097 suitable for a finished space like a laundry or utility room?
Yes, that's the point of the chrome grate and round ring. A property manager replacing a rusted or mismatched strainer in a laundry room, mechanical closet, or basement gets a bright chrome round face instead of raw plastic or painted steel.
7) How much does the Oatey 72097 drain weigh for shipping or a materials takeoff?
The 72097 is listed at 4 lb with a volume of 0.147. Light enough to carry a dozen on a cart when you're standardizing floor drains across a building.
How fast can I get the OATEY 72097 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the OATEY 72097 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The OATEY 72097 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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