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Product Overview

The Orange Drain Plug for Spills is an 8-inch diameter polyurethane plug with a removable eyebolt, built to seal large floor drains during spill containment and emergency hazmat response. Manufactured by UltraTech, this substantial 14 lb safety orange plug provides a heavy-duty, watertight barrier in oversized round floor drains found in refineries, power plants, and heavy manufacturing environments. The removable eyebolt is essential at this size, enabling workers to deploy and retrieve the heavy plug using hooks, chains, or mechanical lifting aids. Its safety orange color provides maximum visibility in large industrial spaces where drains may be spread across extensive floor areas.

Technical Specifications

SKU A2118-PLUG8U
Diameter 8 inches
Material Polyurethane with removable eyebolt
Color Safety Orange
Weight 14 lbs
Manufacturer UltraTech
Quantity 1 Plug
Application Floor drain spill containment
Compliance EPA stormwater regulations
Shipping Ships free to lower 48 states

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Feature Storm Drain Cover Seal Deluxe Drain Cover Drain Filter Insert Floor Drain PlugThis Product Pipe Sock Trench Drain Boom
Best For Blocking storm drain inlets during spills Heavy-duty drain sealing with vehicle traffic Filtering oil & sediment from stormwater Sealing indoor floor drains during spills Filtering oil from outfall pipe discharge Absorbing oil from trench drain channels
Protection Type Complete drain blockage — watertight seal Complete drain blockage — heavy-duty seal Oil absorption + sediment filtration Complete drain blockage — expandable seal Oil absorption at pipe outlet Passive oil absorption in channel
Installation Place over drain — no tools needed Place over drain — no tools needed Drop into catch basin frame — under 60 sec Press into drain opening — expands to fit Slide over pipe + cinch drawstring Place in channel — secure with rebar
Drain Location Outdoor storm drain inlets Outdoor storm drain inlets Outdoor catch basins Indoor floor drains Outfall discharge pipes Trench & channel drains
Vehicle Traffic Rated No vehicle traffic No vehicle traffic N/A — sits below grate N/A — sits inside drain N/A — attaches to pipe N/A — sits in channel
Reusable ✓ Yes — clean & redeploy ✓ Yes — clean & redeploy Replace media when saturated ✓ Hundreds of deployments Replace when saturated Replace when saturated
Regulatory Support CWA, NPDES, SWPPP, SPCC CWA, NPDES, SWPPP, SPCC NPDES, SWPPP, CGP, MS4 BMPs SPCC, NPDES, SWPPP NPDES, SWPPP, CWA BMPs NPDES, SWPPP, CWA BMPs
Available Sizes 12″–54″ round & square 18″–48″ round 48×36 & 60×60 inserts 2″–12″ diameter 8″, 12″, 16″ diameter 3″ dia × 8 ft long
Free Shipping ✓ FREE to Continental US ✓ FREE to Continental US ✓ FREE to Continental US ✓ FREE to Continental US ✓ FREE to Continental US ✓ FREE to Continental US
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Regulatory Compliance & Standards

This product supports compliance with the following regulations:

Helps Meet EPA Supports Environmental Protection Agency spill response requirements
SPCC Plan Support Supports Spill Prevention, Control & Countermeasure requirements (40 CFR 112)
NPDES Support Supports National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System compliance

Expert Insights

The 8-inch drain plug is designed for large-diameter industrial floor drains that handle significant fluid volumes, making it a critical containment tool in high-risk environments. At 14 lbs, the plug's weight alone provides substantial downward force to maintain the seal under fluid head pressure, and the eyebolt allows attachment of chains for mechanical handling where manual lifting is impractical. Facilities with 8-inch drains should ensure their SPCC plans specifically account for these oversized openings, as standard drain plug kits typically only include sizes up to 4 inches. Store this plug at the nearest spill response station to the large drains it serves to minimize response time during emergencies.
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Orange Drain Plug for Spills 8-In. Dia. 1/Plug | Floor Drain Plug for Spill Response

Why Floor Drain Plugs Are Essential

Indoor floor drains connected to the sanitary sewer or storm system are a primary pathway for spilled chemicals and petroleum to leave a facility. SPCC plans and OSHA spill response procedures require the ability to seal floor drains during spill events to prevent pollutant discharge. Floor drain plugs deliver instant, tool-free drain sealing that meets regulatory requirements for indoor spill containment.

Who Buys Floor Drain Plugs

EHS managers, spill response teams, facility maintenance supervisors, safety coordinators, and procurement teams at manufacturing plants, chemical processing facilities, automotive shops, fleet maintenance operations, food processing plants, and any industrial facility with floor drain connections to the sewer system.

Purchased by EHS managers, spill response coordinators, facility maintenance supervisors, and safety directors. All products backed by AbsorbentsOnline’s 40+ years of industrial safety expertise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Orange Drain Plug for Spills 8-In. Dia. 1/Plug

What size drain does the 8-inch orange plug fit?

It fits standard 8-inch diameter round floor drains in heavy industrial environments.

How heavy is the 8-inch drain plug?

It weighs 14 lbs, providing significant downward force for a secure seal.

Can the eyebolt support chain or cable attachment?

Yes, the eyebolt accepts hooks, chains, or cables for mechanical handling.

Is this plug available in yellow?

No, 8-inch and larger drain plugs are only available in the UltraTech orange line.

What chemicals does this plug resist?

Polyurethane resists oils, fuels, solvents, acids, and caustic industrial chemicals.

Why Customers Choose AbsorbentsOnline

Facilities, field crews and government buyers have ordered from us since 1985.

Cross-Reference Guide

The Orange 8-Inch Drain Plug (A2118-PLUG8U) by UltraTech cross-references with these common industry part numbers and equivalents.

  • UltraTech 2118
  • UltraTech PLUG8U
  • 8-inch polyurethane floor drain plug with eyebolt
  • Compatible with most 8-inch round floor drain openings

Verify drain diameter before ordering. For even larger drains, see the 10-inch and 12-inch orange drain plugs. For smaller sizes, plugs are available from 2-inch through 6-inch.