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Product Overview

The A-Frame Barricade Leg Replacement Ballast Cover is a direct-fit replacement lid for the ballast compartment on VizCon A-Frame Barricade Legs (A44000V). This cover secures sand or water ballast inside the leg compartment, preventing spillage and ensuring the barricade remains weighted and stable during deployment. Weighing just 0.5 lbs, the cover snaps securely into place over the ballast opening. Essential for maintaining barricade stability in wind, vehicle turbulence, and harsh field conditions. Sold individually. AbsorbentsOnline.com -- trusted since 1985 for traffic safety supplies with FREE shipping on qualifying orders.

Technical Specifications

SKU A44001-CV
Description Replacement ballast compartment cover for A-Frame Barricade Leg
Material Polyethylene
Color Orange
Weight 0.5 lbs
Compatibility VizCon A-Frame Barricade Leg (A44000V)
Sold As Each
Lead Time 2 weeks to ship

Expert Insights

Ballast covers are one of the most frequently lost or damaged components in A-Frame barricade deployments. Field crews often remove them to fill or empty ballast compartments and forget to reattach them, or the covers crack from UV exposure and repeated handling. Keep spare ballast covers in your traffic control supply inventory -- a missing cover means ballast material will spill out, leaving the barricade leg unweighted and vulnerable to tipping in wind or vehicle turbulence. Per MUTCD guidelines, properly ballasted barricades are essential for maintaining work zone delineation integrity. When using sand ballast, ensure the cover is fully seated and secure before deploying the barricade. For temporary installations using water ballast, check covers more frequently as water can leak through a poorly seated cover. Order ballast covers in quantity to match your A-Frame leg inventory -- plan for approximately one replacement cover per 10 legs per year of active field use.

For DOT contractors, construction companies, and utility companies: Barricades and barrier rails are essential traffic control devices for lane closures, detours, and work zone delineation. Our A-frame, folding, and barrier rail options are built to MUTCD standards and engineered for rapid deployment across multiple job sites.

Fleet purchasing and seasonal stocking programs ensure your crews always have compliant barricades on hand. All units meet MUTCD compliance requirements for color, retroreflectivity, and dimensional specifications — keeping your projects in line with federal and state DOT regulations.

📞 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

Which barricade leg does this cover fit?

This replacement ballast cover is designed specifically for the VizCon A-Frame Barricade Leg (SKU: A44000V). It snaps directly into the ballast compartment opening.

Why do I need to replace ballast covers?

Ballast covers are frequently lost during field deployment when crews remove them to fill or empty the ballast compartment. They can also crack from UV exposure or rough handling. A missing cover allows ballast material to spill out, leaving the barricade unstable.

How many replacement covers should I keep in stock?

Plan for approximately one replacement cover per 10 A-Frame legs per year of active field use. If your crews deploy barricades frequently, keep a higher ratio of spares on hand to avoid delays.

Can I use this cover with other barricade brands?

This cover is manufactured by VizCon specifically for the A-Cade A-Frame Barricade Leg system. It may not fit barricade legs from other manufacturers. Always verify compatibility before ordering.

What Our Customers Say

Real reviews from the facilities, field crews, and agencies that count on us.

  • ★★★★★

    "We've been running these barricades on DOT projects for over two years now. They hold up to daily abuse from our crews loading and unloading them off trucks, and the powder coat finish still looks sharp. Definitely the best value we've found for the price point."

    — Rick Saunders, DOT Contractor

    ✅ Verified Buyer

  • ★★★★★

    "Setup and teardown is a breeze. My crew can deploy a full line of A-frames in half the time it used to take with our old barricades. The folding mechanism is simple and nothing to jam up."

    — Tony Marchetti, Construction Foreman

    ✅ Verified Buyer

  • ★★★★★

    "The reflective sheeting on these rails is extremely visible at night. Our utility crews work a lot of after-hours emergency jobs and the high-intensity prismatic sheeting gives us confidence that motorists can see the work zone clearly."

    — Diane Kowalski, Pacific Gas & Electric

    ✅ Verified Buyer

Cross-Reference Guide

This product is compatible with applications that use the following part numbers:

  • introCompatible part numbers for A-Frame Barricade Leg Replacement Ballast Cover:
  • partsA44001-CVA44000V
  • noteReplacement Ballast Cover (A44001-CV) by VizCon. Fits the A-Frame Barricade Leg (A44000V). Order as a replacement part to maintain ballast integrity on deployed barricades. AbsorbentsOnline SKU: A44001-CV.