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Product Overview

The Water Filled Barrier Buttress Thread Plastic Drain Plug is the replacement plug for the drain at the bottom of a water-filled barrier. Its coarse buttress thread seals tight, and its offset design needs the matching drain plug wrench, which discourages tampering.

It is plastic, weighs about 1 lb and is sold individually.

Technical Specifications

AbsorbentsOnline SKU A45033-RC-BV
Type Tamper-resistant drain plug
Thread Buttress
Weight Approx. 1 lb
Material Plastic
Tool Needed Plastic Drain Plug Wrench (A45032-PDWV) or socket tool (A45032-DPTV)
Lead Time About 2 weeks

Expert Insights

Check drain plugs for leaks after filling; a slow leak can empty a section over a weekend.

Pro tip: don't over-tighten plastic plugs, which can strip the threads.
Travis Zdrazil PCI Products — 40 Years in Industrial Spill Containment & Safety

For highway safety teams, construction zone managers, and event management companies: Water-filled barriers provide crashworthy protection for workers, pedestrians, and infrastructure in active roadways and high-traffic areas. When filled, these barriers create a substantial impact-absorbing wall that redirects errant vehicles without the hazards of concrete.

Deployed empty and filled on-site, water-filled barriers drastically reduce shipping costs and allow rapid repositioning as work zones shift. Cable-connected systems maintain barrier alignment under impact for continuous perimeter security at construction sites, special events, and government facilities.

๐Ÿ“ž Need volume pricing? Call (800) 869-9633 for quantity discounts on orders of 10+ units. AbsorbentsOnline has served industrial, municipal, and commercial customers since 1985.

Frequently Asked Questions

What tool removes this plug?

Use the Plastic Drain Plug Wrench (A45032-PDWV) or the Aluminum Drain Plug Socket Tool (A45032-DPTV).

Why is it tamper resistant?

The offset design can't be turned by hand, so passers-by can't drain a barrier and reduce its weight.

Is it sold individually?

Yes.

How do I get a price and lead time?

Use Request a Quote on this page or call (800) 869-9633. Water-filled barrier systems and parts usually ship in about 2 weeks. We quote freight for full truckloads and project quantities, and government and military purchase orders are accepted.

Why Customers Choose AbsorbentsOnline

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

Cross-Reference Guide

Item number for this product:

  • A45033-RC-BV

Water Filled Barrier Buttress Thread Plastic Drain Plug. AbsorbentsOnline SKU: A45033-RC-BV.