Using Our Drain Cleaning Chains on an Auger Machine With a T Slide Connector

Introduction

When it comes to drain cleaning tools, there’s a wide variety to choose from: flexible drain cleaning shafts, hydro jetting machines, drain rods, auger cables, and more. Not everyone prefers using a flexible shaft machine for every job, and that’s perfectly fine. In this blog, we’ll explore how you can use drain cleaning chain knockers and circular chains with your drain auger cable to enhance performance.

Mixing and matching tools for better performance

Many drain augers come with a useful feature known as the “T Slide Connector T16.” To attach drain cleaning chain knockers or circular chains to an auger cable with this connector, you’ll need a quick connect leader.

This leader is essentially a short section of a flexible drain cleaning shaft with a quick coupling crimped onto it. The setup allows you to switch between different drain cleaning chains without the hassle of repeatedly attaching them to the auger cable or flexible shaft.

The best part? The quick coupling isn’t limited to auger cables. If your flexible shaft has a T16 connector crimped on its end, you can use the same quick connect leader for even greater versatility.

Here’s how it works:

1. Attach your chosen drain chain knocker or circular chain to the quick connect leader.
2. Connect the leader to your auger cable.

Keep in mind, though, that when using this setup, the torque and speed might not match the levels you’d get with a dedicated flexible shaft machine.

Many augers have a T20 connector, which inspired us to create a T20 to T16 connector which can be very useful in this situation. Please take a look at this video where we show how to connect your auger (T20) to a quick connect leader (T16).

Innovative Upgrades

Some suppliers have taken things a step further by integrating circular chains into jetting nozzles. This innovation gives jetting machines the ability to descale pipes effectively, making them even more versatile for drain cleaning tasks.

Before getting started, ensure that your auger cable has the T16/T20 connection. Additionally, always select a drain cleaning chain or knocker that matches the diameter of the quick connect leader for optimal performance.

Conclusion

The combination of an auger cable, quick connect leader, and drain cleaning chain can handle various tasks effectively. However, it’s essential to choose the right tool for the job:

• For cutting roots in pipes, a flexible shaft with drain chain knockers will deliver the best results.
• For descaling pipes (removing tuberculation, limescale, or urine scale), circular chains are the top choice for achieving thorough cleaning.

Whether you prefer the auger cable setup or the classic flexible shaft machine with specialized chains, your choice should depend on the specific task at hand. The key to success in drain cleaning lies in adaptability—choose the tools that suit your needs and get the job done right!