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Product Overview

The Yellow Drain Plug for Spills is a 3-inch diameter polyurethane plug engineered to seal standard floor drains during spill emergencies and routine containment operations. Manufactured by PSI Urethanes, Inc., this 2 lb plug delivers a secure, watertight seal in round floor drains commonly found in industrial facilities, warehouses, and commercial kitchens. The bright yellow color provides immediate visual identification, supporting safety compliance and rapid emergency response. Deploy this plug by pressing it firmly into any 3-inch floor drain to prevent oils, chemicals, and hazardous liquids from reaching stormwater systems.

Technical Specifications

SKU ACP3D
Diameter 3 inches
Material Polyurethane
Color Yellow
Weight 2 lbs
Manufacturer PSI Urethanes, Inc.
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 3-inch drain size is one of the most common floor drain diameters in commercial and light industrial settings, making this plug an essential spill response tool. Polyurethane material provides superior chemical resistance to petroleum products, solvents, and aqueous solutions compared to standard rubber plugs. For SPCC and stormwater pollution prevention plans, having the correct plug sizes readily accessible is a regulatory requirement at many facilities. Pair this with the 2-inch and 4-inch yellow plugs or purchase the complete Yellow Drain Plug Set to cover the three most common drain sizes in one package.
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Yellow Drain Plug for Spills 3-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

Yellow Drain Plug for Spills 3-In. Dia. 1/Plug

What size drain does the 3-inch yellow plug fit?

It fits standard 3-inch diameter round floor drains in commercial and industrial facilities.

Is polyurethane better than rubber for drain plugs?

Yes, polyurethane offers superior chemical resistance and longer service life than rubber.

Can I reuse this drain plug after a spill?

Yes, clean thoroughly after use and inspect for wear before redeploying.

How quickly can this plug be installed?

Installation is instant - just press the plug firmly into the drain by hand.

What is the difference between yellow and orange drain plugs?

Yellow plugs are by PSI Urethanes; orange plugs by UltraTech include a removable eyebolt.

Why Customers Choose AbsorbentsOnline

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

Cross-Reference Guide

The Yellow 3-Inch Drain Plug (ACP3D) by PSI Urethanes cross-references with these common industry part numbers and equivalents.

  • PSI Urethanes ACP3D
  • 3-inch polyurethane floor drain plug
  • Standard 3-in round drain seal plug
  • Compatible with most 3-inch floor drain openings

Verify drain diameter before ordering. For a multi-size solution, see the Yellow Drain Plug Set which includes 4-inch, 3-inch, and 2-inch plugs.