3” Pro Series Channel Drains

FAQs

3” Pro Series Channel Drains

What lengths are available?

The 3” Pro Series Channel only available in 39-3/8” (3.28’) sections. The channel can be easily cut to any length.

What colors grates are available?

The 3” Pro Series Channel grates are only available in light grey.

Are metal grates available?

No. The only grate available for the 3” Pro Series Channel a high impact PVC grate.

What is the 3” Pro Series Channel load rating?

The plastic grate is rated to support automobiles, light trucks, and medium-duty pneumatic tires (up to 175 psi) at speeds less than 20 m.p.h.

Does the 3” Pro Series Channel ship with any accessories?

The 3” Pro Series Channel can be purchased in a kit that includes the channel, 2 grates, an end cap, and an end cap with outlet (NDS part # 764). The channel, end caps, end cap with outlets, and grates can also be purchased separately.

Can the 3” Pro Series Channel make bends?

There are no prefabricated accessories for the 3” Pro Series Channel to make bends, however, the channel can be cut to any angle using a miter saw. The same angle will need to be cut into another piece of channel. Glue the pieces together and secure the joint before encasing in concrete.

How do I connect the channels together?

Sections of 3” Pro Series Channel can be connected using the interlocking end joints.

How does the water drain out of the 3” Pro Series Channel?

There are two options to drain the water out of the 3” Pro Series Channel; the end of the channel or the bottom of the channel. Each outlet connects to a 3” sewer and drain pipe.

Do I need to worry about expansion and contraction of the grates?

We recommend a 1/8” gap be left between grates during installation to allow for expansion of the grates.

How much water can the channel hold?

The channel itself will hold about the same volume of water as a 4” diameter pipe.

How do I glue on the accessories?

The 3” Pro Series Channel is made from PVC. PVC glue can be used to glue all pieces together.

How are the grates connected to the channel?

The grates can be screwed to the channel using NDS part # 229 – Stainless Steel Screws, Phillips Head #8 x 1” screws (screws sold separately).