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Sioux Chief 970-112 12" x 12" Plastic Access Panel, Textured Surface
The Sioux Chief 970-112 is a 12" x 12" plastic access panel built to give plumbers and contractors an economical, code-friendly way to reach plumbing lines, valves, pipes and wiring concealed behind a wall or ceiling. Molded 1/8" thick with a textured surface, this panel is designed to be mounted over a rough-in access opening and finished to blend into the surrounding wall or ceiling, making it a practical solution for service points that need to stay reachable after the drywall goes up. Four countersunk holes are integrated into the panel for a clean, flush fastener installation.
Key Features
- Trade Size: 12" x 12" panel sized for standard plumbing and wiring access openings.
- Durable Construction: Molded plastic panel, 1/8" thick, for a rigid, low-cost access cover that holds up to repeated removal and reinstallation.
- Textured Surface: The textured face is designed to accept paint or wallpaper, letting installers finish the panel to match the surrounding wall or ceiling surface.
- Four Countersunk Mounting Holes: Pre-formed countersunk holes allow fasteners to sit flush with the panel face for a clean, low-profile installed appearance.
- Economical Access Solution: Provides a straightforward, budget-friendly way to reach plumbing, valves, pipes and wiring that would otherwise be sealed behind finished surfaces.
Technical Specifications
- Size: 12" x 12"
- Thickness: 1/8"
- Mounting Holes: Four, countersunk
- Material: Plastic
- Surface: Textured, paintable/wallpaperable
- Packaging: 20 EA
- Country of Origin: United States
Typical Applications
- Behind-the-Wall Plumbing Valve and Shutoff Access
- Concealed Pipe and Fitting Service Points
- Wiring and Low-Voltage Access Openings
- Residential and Commercial Rough-In Plumbing
- Renovation and New Construction Wall or Ceiling Openings
Why Sioux Chief?
Sioux Chief builds the 970-112 access panel as a simple, rigid plastic cover that gives contractors a repeatable, economical way to keep plumbing and wiring reachable without cutting into finished surfaces every time service is needed. The countersunk mounting holes and paintable textured surface are purpose-built for a clean, professional finished look once the panel is installed and dressed to match the surrounding wall or ceiling.
Manufacturer Resources
Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Access Panel
- Product Finish:
- Textured
- Country of Origin:
- United States
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Rough-In and Supports
- Product Subgroup:
- Pipe and Tubing
- Product Material:
- Plastic
- Product Size:
- 12" x 12"
Sioux Chief 970-112 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) How big an opening does the Sioux Chief 970-112 access panel cover?
The 970-112 is a 12 x 12 inch plastic panel that mounts over the rough-in opening rather than fitting inside it, so the panel face overlaps the cut edges of the drywall. Cut your access hole smaller than 12 x 12 so the panel still has bearing surface on all four sides for the fasteners.
2) Can the Sioux Chief 970-112 access panel be painted to match the wall?
Yes. The face is textured and made to take paint or wallpaper, so you can dress it to match the surrounding wall or ceiling after it is screwed in place.
3) Do screws come with the Sioux Chief 970-112 access panel?
The panel has four pre-formed countersunk holes so fastener heads sit flush with the face, but fasteners themselves are not part of the panel. Pick screws to suit what you are landing in, drywall, stud, or ceiling framing.
4) Is a plastic access panel like the 970-112 rigid enough to be taken off and put back repeatedly for valve service?
It is molded 1/8 inch thick plastic, which gives a rigid cover intended for repeated removal and reinstallation at service points like shutoff valves and concealed fittings. It is a cover plate, not a hinged or gasketed door, so every service visit means backing out the four screws.
5) Can the Sioux Chief 970-112 be used on a ceiling, not just a wall?
Yes, it is intended for wall or ceiling openings in both residential and commercial rough-in work, including renovation cut-ins and new construction. On a ceiling, make sure the four countersunk holes land in solid material since the panel carries its own weight on those fasteners.
6) Can I use a plumbing access panel like this over low-voltage or electrical wiring access?
Yes. The 970-112 is listed for wiring and low-voltage access openings as well as plumbing valves, pipes and fittings. It is a blank paintable cover with no venting or louvers, so it suits any concealed service point you simply need to reach again.
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Does the Sioux Chief 970-112 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Sioux Chief 970-112 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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