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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

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.

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

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.

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 8-Inch Drain Plug (A2118-PLUG8U) by UltraTech cross-references with these common industry part numbers and equivalents.
  • partsUltraTech 2118UltraTech PLUG8U8-inch polyurethane floor drain plug with eyeboltCompatible with most 8-inch round floor drain openings
  • noteVerify 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.