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Fernco Drain Tracing Dye
Useful Information
What is Drain Tracing Dye Used For?
Fernco (previously known as Flexseal) Drain Tracing Dye, is a non-toxic, odourless tracer used for detecting leaks, drain damage, contamination, and tracing water pathways in drainage systems. It's particularly useful for determining the direction of water flow in pipes and drains, making it an invaluable tool for plumbers, maintenance crews, and environmental technicians.
Key Features
- High Visibility: Adds a strong, distinct colour to water, making it easy to track and trace water flow.
- Non-Toxic and Odourless: Safe for use in all types of drainage systems, without causing harm or unpleasant odours.
- User-Friendly: Simple and straightforward to use, even for non-professionals.
- Highly Concentrated: Extremely potent, requiring only a small amount to produce visible results.
- Versatile Color Range: Available in six different colours (Red, Green Fluorescein, Orange, Blue, Purple, and Yellow) to distinguish between multiple pathways or systems.
- Reusable Packaging: Comes in handy tubs for repeated use, enhancing convenience and longevity.
Specifications
- Toxicity: Non-toxic, ensuring safety for users and the environment.
- Packaging: Packed in 200g tubs.
- Mixing Ratio: 1 teaspoon per 10 litres of water, illustrating its high concentration.
SKU | Fernco Code | Colour | Packed Contents | Mixing Ratio |
484508 | DTD200_RED | Red | 200g | 1 teaspoon per 10 litres of water |
484509 | DTD200_YELLOW | Yellow | 200g | 1 teaspoon per 10 litres of water |
484510 | DTD200_BLUE | Blue | 200g | 1 teaspoon per 10 litres of water |
484511 | DTD200_GREEN | Green | 200g | 1 teaspoon per 10 litres of water |
484512 | DTD200_ORANGE | Orange | 200g | 1 teaspoon per 10 litres of water |
484513 | DTD200_PURPLE | Purple | 200g | 1 teaspoon per 10 litres of water |
How and Where to Use Drain Tracing Dye
Using Fernco Drain Tracing Dye is straightforward:
- Mixing: Dissolve 1 teaspoon of the dye in 10 litres of water.
- Application: Pour the coloured water into the drainage system at the point you want to start tracing.
- Observation: Follow the coloured water to determine the flow direction, identify leaks, or locate connections in the drainage system.
- Multiple Traces: Use different colors for tracing multiple pathways simultaneously. For example, use red dye in one entrance and blue in another to distinguish their respective flows.