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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

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.

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

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.

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 Yellow 3-Inch Drain Plug (ACP3D) by PSI Urethanes cross-references with these common industry part numbers and equivalents.
  • partsPSI Urethanes ACP3D3-inch polyurethane floor drain plugStandard 3-in round drain seal plugCompatible with most 3-inch floor drain openings
  • noteVerify 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.