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Pipe access and plug
Access Point
A watertight, reusable access point for 3″–6″ plastic and cast iron pipe when a cleanout isn’t available. Core a 2-1/8″ hole, insert the plug and tighten with a 6mm Allen wrench.
3″–6″ plastic and cast iron
Above or below ground
No adhesives, tape or sealants
The problem
No cleanout? Make one where you need it
When there’s no cleanout near the problem, getting a cable or camera into the line means working from wherever you can get in. Access Point puts a sealed entry right where the work is. Drill one hole, fit the plug, and it’s there the next time the line needs attention.
One hole
A 2-1/8″ hole saw makes the opening. No cutting out a section of pipe.
One wrench
Tighten with a 6mm Allen wrench to expand the seal inside the pipe.
Open it again
Loosen the bolt to get back into the line for the next cleaning or inspection.
Low profile
Sits close to the pipe, with minimal protrusion.
A first step or a lasting one
Get in. See the problem. Then decide.
Access Point works both ways. Put it in to get a sewer camera into the line, show the customer what’s actually there, and let the footage drive the next step. Whatever they choose, the opening is sealed.
1
Get in
Install Access Point where there’s no cleanout to work from.
2
Look
Run the camera and find out what’s causing the problem.
3
Show the options
Buildup that jetting clears. Roots or a damaged section that calls for a PipePatch point repair, lining or a dig-up. A full-size cleanout for the long haul.
4
Leave it or upgrade
If the customer goes with a formal cleanout, Access Point has done its job. If not, it stays in as sealed, reusable access for next time.
The workaround
Improvised covers
- Whatever’s on the truck, clamped over the hole
- No rated seal
- Not made to come off and go back on
Made for the job
Access Point
- Expanding EPDM seal inside the pipe
- Rated to 14.5 psi, with 2,610 psi jetting resistance
- Opens and reseals with a 6mm Allen wrench
How it seals
Tighten the bolt. The seal expands inside the pipe.
The plug goes into the hole with its seal following the curve of the pipe. Tightening the bolt expands the EPDM seal against the pipe for a watertight connection.
- EPDM rubber seal. Expands against the pipe as the bolt is tightened.
- Tightening bolt. Takes a 6mm Allen wrench.
- Built for drainage. EPDM, glass-filled nylon and 304 stainless steel.
Pressure rating
14.5 psi
Jetting resistance
2,610 psi
Constant. 212°F intermittent
−58° to 176°F
Tightening torque
53.1 in-lb
Where it works
Above or below ground. Sanitary or storm.
Designed for 3″–6″ cast iron and plastic pipe in sanitary and storm sewer DWV applications, residential and commercial.
Vertical runs
Access partway up a stack or downpipe.
Below ground
On buried cast iron, right where the line needs the work.
Near the base
Low on a stack, with a low profile close to the wall.
Use it for
- Drain cleaning access
- Camera inspection
- Routine maintenance
- Checking the line before deciding on a repair
Pipe
- 3″–6″ diameter
- Cast iron
- Plastic
Installation
Four steps. One hole saw.
Step 1
Mark the entry point
Decide where the Access Point goes and mark it.
Step 2
Drill the hole
Use a sharp 2-1/8″ hole saw. Remove any burrs and wipe the inside surface clean.
Step 3
Insert the plug
Fit it so the curve of the seal follows the curve of the pipe.
Step 4
Tighten
Secure it with a 6mm Allen wrench to 53.1 in-lb.
Cutting cast iron? Use a coolant to ease cutting and prolong the life of the hole saw.
Reopening the line? Don’t fully remove the screw. The compression plate could fall into the pipe.
Specifications
Specification data
| Size range | 3″–6″ diameter pipe |
| Pipe materials | Cast iron, plastic |
| Applications | Above or below ground, sanitary or storm sewer DWV |
| Pressure rating | 14.5 psi |
| Jetting resistance | 2,610 psi |
| Temperature rating | −58°F to 176°F constant, 212°F intermittent |
| Tightening torque | 53.1 in-lb |
| Materials | EPDM, glass-filled nylon, 304 stainless steel |
| Tools required | 2-1/8″ hole saw, 6mm Allen wrench |
Product lineup
| Part number | Description | Plugs | Hole saw and Allen wrench |
|---|---|---|---|
| XP-1 | Fernco Access Point Pipe Plug Cleanout | 1 | Not included |
Installation requires a 2-1/8″ hole saw and a 6mm Allen wrench.
Technical documents
Frequently asked questions
What pipe does Access Point fit?
3″–6″ diameter cast iron or plastic pipe, above or below ground, in sanitary or storm sewer DWV applications.
What tools do I need?
A sharp 2-1/8″ hole saw and a 6mm Allen wrench. They are not included with XP-1.
Do I need glue, tape or sealant?
No. The expanding EPDM seal makes the connection. No adhesives, tape or sealants are needed.
Can I open it again later?
Yes. Loosen the bolt with the 6mm Allen wrench to remove the plug. Don’t fully remove the screw, because the compression plate could fall into the pipe.
Will it hold up to jetting?
Access Point has a jetting resistance of 2,610 psi and a pressure rating of 14.5 psi.
Any tips for cast iron?
Use a sharp hole saw and a coolant to ease cutting and prolong the life of the saw. Remove any burrs and wipe the inside surface clean before fitting the plug.
Got questions?
Whether it’s pipe material, size or where to put it, our team can help you decide if Access Point is right for the job. Reach out, or find a Fernco distributor near you.