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Product Overview

The Orange Drain Plug for Spills is a 6-inch diameter polyurethane plug with a removable eyebolt, designed for sealing larger floor drains during spill containment and hazardous material response. Manufactured by UltraTech, this 8 lb safety orange plug creates a heavy-duty, watertight seal in 6-inch round floor drains found in heavy industrial plants, chemical processing facilities, and large warehouse operations. The removable eyebolt enables ergonomic handling with hooks or retrieval tools, which is especially valuable given the plug's substantial weight. High-visibility safety orange coloring ensures the plugged drain is immediately noticeable to all personnel in the area.

Technical Specifications

SKU A2117-PLUG6U
Diameter 6 inches
Material Polyurethane with removable eyebolt
Color Safety Orange
Weight 8 lbs
Manufacturer UltraTech
Quantity 1 Plug
Application Floor drain spill containment
Compliance EPA stormwater regulations
Shipping Ships free to lower 48 states

Expert Insights

At 8 lbs, the 6-inch orange drain plug provides substantial weight for maintaining seal integrity under moderate fluid pressure conditions in larger drains. The eyebolt becomes increasingly important at this size, as the plug's weight makes bare-hand insertion and removal more physically demanding. Facilities with 6-inch drains typically handle higher-volume fluid operations and face greater environmental liability if spills reach the stormwater system, making reliable drain plugs a regulatory and financial necessity. The UltraTech orange line offers sizes up to 12 inches, providing coverage for the largest industrial floor drains that the yellow plug line does not address.

Orange Drain Plug for Spills 6-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

What size drain does the 6-inch orange plug fit?

It fits standard 6-inch diameter round floor drains in heavy industrial facilities.

Why is the eyebolt important on the 6-inch plug?

At 8 lbs, the eyebolt enables tool-assisted handling without heavy lifting or bending.

How does this compare to the yellow 6-inch plug?

The orange plug adds a removable eyebolt and is made by UltraTech vs. PSI Urethanes.

Can I use this for chemical spill containment?

Yes, polyurethane resists oils, fuels, solvents, acids, and caustic solutions.

Are larger orange drain plugs available?

Yes, UltraTech orange plugs are available in 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch sizes.

What Our Customers Say

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

  • These drain plugs are stationed at every floor drain in our chemical storage area. During a forklift incident that ruptured a tote, our team sealed all four drains in under a minute. Zero discharge to the sewer system. Our EHS director was thrilled.

    Patricia L. —Safety Director, Chemical Distribution

    Verified Buyer
  • The removable eyebolt makes retrieval easy after a spill event. We tested every size during our annual spill drill and they all sealed perfectly. The polyurethane is tough — we've reused the same plugs dozens of times without any degradation.

    Dave H. —Spill Response Team Lead, Manufacturing

    Verified Buyer
  • Simple product that does exactly what it claims. We used to stuff rags into drains during spill events — this is infinitely better. Instant seal, easy retrieval, and our SPCC inspector specifically approved them as compliant drain sealing devices.

    Maria G. —EHS Coordinator, Pharmaceutical Plant

    Verified Buyer
Cross-Reference Guide

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

  • introThe Orange 6-Inch Drain Plug (A2117-PLUG6U) by UltraTech cross-references with these common industry part numbers and equivalents.
  • partsUltraTech 2117UltraTech PLUG6U6-inch polyurethane floor drain plug with eyeboltCompatible with most 6-inch round floor drain openings
  • noteVerify drain diameter before ordering. For larger drains, see the 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch orange drain plugs. For a multi-size starter kit, see the Orange Drain Plug Kit.