The company "Order" offers to purchase sewer and plumbing cables at wholesale prices with delivery throughout Russia. From us you can buy spring sewer cables with a handle from 2 to 20 m long for cleaning pipes in a private house, apartment, country house, as well as cables for cleaning toilets.

Types of sewer spring cables with handle

If your sink drain is clogged and the water does not drain, you can try to solve the problem yourself using a plunger. However, if the clog is deep, the plunger will not be able to break through the accumulation of debris. A sewer spring cable will help deal with dense blockages that are located further than the water seal.

Removing blockages takes place in 3 stages:

1. You need to unwind the cable and carefully insert it into the drain. The movement must be continued until he hits an obstacle.
2. After the cable has reached the blockage, it is necessary to perform reciprocating movements so that the end of the cable destroys the resulting blockage. Using the longitudinal rotation handle, you can quickly go through areas with bends and joints.
3. After the blockage is destroyed, when the cable begins to move freely inside the pipe, you need to remove it and pour 10-20 liters of hot water down the drain.

The strength and durability of the cable depends on its design. Sewer cables there are:

• Spring wound. This cable looks like a hollow “snake” inside, twisted from steel wire or tape. This type is highly flexible, easily passes complex bends inside the pipeline, and copes well with torque. Thanks to its shape and design, it cleans the entire length of the internal walls of sewer pipes. The handle will prevent the cable from falling into the pipe, even if it slips out of your hands. When using a spring-wound cable, the likelihood of damage to the sewer line is zero.
• Spring with core. This type of product is a rope with a core around which several layers of steel wire are wound. The core can be fixed or movable. The advantages of cables with a core include high penetration capacity and the ability to equip them with nozzles. The cable copes well with torque; during torsion, waste deposits do not splash.

Buying a drain cleaning cable will eliminate the need to call a plumber every time your drain becomes clogged.

Hello again!

Did you know that such a surprisingly simple device as a plumbing cable was invented relatively recently, in late XIX century (in 1896). It was invented by the American inventor John Wrigley. The enterprising American received a patent for his invention, and already at the beginning of the 20th century, the simple device was on the advertising brochures of that time.

Since then, the design of the plumbing cable has changed little; it still remains one of the most effective means combating sewer blockages. By the way, the photo shows exactly the same progenitor of all modern cables (scanned copy of a patent received by John Wrigley).

Plumbing cable is a device for cleaning sewer pipes and... Due to its resemblance to a snake, the device received the nickname “cobra”.

The basis of the design is a long flexible steel strip or wire coiled into a spring. A handle is installed on one side of it: it sets the “cobra” translational and rotational movement. Wriggling, the “snake” is screwed into the deposits formed in the sewer, destroys, pushes or, conversely, removes them from the pipe.

Plumbing cables are used to remove traffic jams in:

• House and housing and communal city sewers.
• Livnev sewer systems Oh.
• Water supply and other pipelines.

Types of blockages and reasons for their formation

There are several reasons for the formation of blockages. However, not all of them can be eliminated chemically or. Sometimes you can get rid of it only by disassembling the sewer circuit.

Classification of blockages	Cause	Solution
Mechanical	Large inorganic objects (toys, rags, plastic, etc.) get into the pipe. They block the sewer gap. Fouling of objects with plaque and debris, formation of a traffic jam.	Dismantling pipes where there is a blockage.
Operational	Gradual overgrowing of the pipe with fatty deposits and small debris accumulating on it. Reducing the capacity of the sewer main.	Preventive pipe cleaning chemicals. Cleaning sewer lines with a plumbing cable.
Technological	Errors in the design and installation of the sewer system. Insufficient or excessive slope of sewer pipes.	Punching through a blockage with a “cobra”. Reconstruction of the sewer system.

What types of clogs can be cleared with a plumbing cable?

You can try to push mechanical blockages to the exit using a “cobra”. However, in apartment buildings this task is complicated by the too long length of the sewer line. Because of this, there is a high probability that the plug will simply move lower.

In this case, it is better to use a plumbing cable to localize the plug, disassemble the pipe in this section of the pipeline, clean it and put it back in place.

Organic blockages are most easily cleared with a flexible cable. It not only easily destroys the plug, but also removes fat deposits from the walls of the sewer pipe. This is why it is so important to thoroughly clean the entire length of the pipe.

However, if the true reason for the formation of blockages is a technological problem, then the “cobra” will not be able to solve it once and for all. After some time, the sewer will have to be cleaned again.

Types of plumbing cables

Plumbing "cobras" on the market engineering plumbing, are extremely diverse. They differ in design, dimensions, cross-sectional shape, type of control and equipment.

The only thing that unites them is the material from which they are made. According to standards, it is durable, reliable stainless steel, capable of withstanding the physical stress placed on it.

Due to some design features, tension models and cables for cleaning toilets are placed in a separate category.

Rope type plumbing fixture (rigging)

Rope “cobra” is the most common type used at home. Its design exactly copies the structure of an ordinary cord or ship's rope, which is why, in fact, it received its second name - “rigging”. In essence, a cobra rope is several spirally twisted strands of galvanized steel wire tightly twisted into one cord.

Models larger than 12 mm are rarely used in everyday life. Professional ones can be up to several centimeters.

On a note! The end of the rigging “cobra” must be fixed. The retainer cannot be removed even if you want to “fluff” the tip. It needs to be moved and firmly secured in a new place.

Spring-wound

A spring-wound plumbing cable is a hollow “snake” inside, twisted from thin metal wire (tape). Maximum simple design– the reason for low performance. Therefore, spring-wound “cobras”.

Their maximum thickness is no more than 13.5 mm, and their length reaches 25 meters.

Advantages	Flaws
High flexibility	Due to excessive flexibility, it can form loops within a wide sewer circuit.
It goes through all pipeline bends perfectly.	Low penetration force (due to the same excessive flexibility).
It copes well with torque in the direction opposite to the curl.	When stuck, it is prone to deformation and excessive stretching.
The ribbed structure of the walls makes it easier to clean the internal walls of the sewer pipe along its entire length.	Ineffective in dealing with complex blockages.
Low probability of damaging the sewer line.	Not used in conjunction with attachments.
Low cost	Difficult to maintain: the dirt that accumulates inside is difficult to clean out.

Spring plumbing cable with core

This option combines everything best qualities previous models. It is a multi-strand steel rope (core) wrapped around the outside with spirally twisted wire.

The degree of mobility of the core determines the division of spring cables into 2 groups:

• With a rigidly fixed core. In such models, each layer of wire is wound in a spiral in the direction opposite to the previous level. This winding pattern increases the cobra’s resistance to torque. The cable can be twisted in any direction without the risk of it unraveling. The end easily opens into a “rose” - a kind of brush that improves the quality of pipe cleaning. The handle is attached to the inner rod, and the coupling that holds the “cobra” is attached to the outer spiral shell.

• With movable core. In models with a moving middle, a small gap remains between the core and the outermost layer. At the end of the core there is a mount for a nozzle, which comes out of the outer shell only when it encounters a sewer plug.

Spring “cobras” with a core belong to the class of professional equipment, but can also be used at home for cleaning sewers yourself. Standard thickness such models are 13.5–16 mm, but can reach 3 cm. The maximum length is 60 m.

Tape-type plumbing cables

Cobra design belt type extremely simple. This is a solid flat strip of hardened metal, at least 4 mm thick, with a pointed tip or cylinder at one end and a round rotating lock at the other. Most cleaning belts are additionally equipped with a flat movable handle with a clamp that slides freely along a flat plumbing cable.

Atypical for classic options configuration tape model somewhat limits its use. Due to their low flexibility, cleaning tapes are used to break through straight sections of the sewer main, such as communal risers and storm drains.

Cable for cleaning toilets

Distinctive features of plumbing “cobras” for toilets are their protective housing and relatively short length. The housing prevents damage to fragile plumbing fixtures. The long handle and curved case make cleaning work easier. The cable itself can be rope, spring-wound or spring with a core.

A short cable is usually enough to break up a blockage or push it further into sewer riser. If the problem is not completely eliminated, you can use a regular “cobra”.

Tension varieties

A plumbing cable with a tensioner is the same spring “cobra” with a movable core, one side of which is fixed on the die, and the other is attached to tensioner. This model belongs to the professional class plumbing equipment and is designed to remove complex blockages.

Possessing high penetration ability, the working edge of the core penetrates through the blockage. After which the cable tightens and becomes rigid. Further back-and-forth movements completely destroy the plug.

Which plumbing cable is better to choose?

The model of the plumbing cable depends on the type of blockage and the configuration of the sewer circuit:

1. For preventive cleaning, an inexpensive spring-wound “snake” is quite sufficient.
2. A conventional spring-wound cable is the only possible variant for a sewer that is too winding. If you don’t want to clean it for a long time, choose a model with a plastic braid. The polymer will make the cable easier to maintain and will also give it additional rigidity.
3. To deal with complex blockages, it is better to give priority to a rope model or a spring “cobra” with a core.

On a note! Give priority to those models that can be used in conjunction with attachments. This way you will significantly expand the functionality of your cable and avoid unnecessary expenses in future.

The thickness of the plumbing cable depends on the diameter of the clogged pipe. The wider it is, the thicker the cable will be needed. However, it is also impossible to specifically increase the thickness of the “cobra”. IN wide pipe A device that is too thin will be ineffective and may twist into loops. An excessively thick plumbing cable will not be able to pass through the rotating elements of the sewer circuit, and with excessive pressure it can damage it.

Important! In some sources you can find advice that maximum length The plumbing cable is determined by the distance from the plumbing siphon to the in-house riser. I would not recommend following this rule. A blockage can form there, especially if it is a kitchen riser. It is usually somewhat narrower. If you don’t want to languish waiting for plumbers from housing and communal services, then the minimum length of the “cobra” is 5 meters.

Optional equipment

Application of various additional equipment allows you to significantly facilitate the elimination of blockages:

1. Mechanical and electrical devices that provide winding, advancement and torsion of a plumbing cable.
2. A variety of attachments that increase the efficiency of removing traffic jams.

Electrical and mechanical drain cleaning devices

Cleaning sewer pipes with a long plumbing cable is extremely inconvenient. When unwound, it takes up a lot of space, tends to stain everything around it, and storing it is not very convenient.

Helps change the situation completely special devices– turntable drums for plumbing cables. These are closed plastic coils, inside of which the “cobra” is placed. According to the control method, they are divided into mechanical (manual) and electric.

Mechanical spinning reels are equipped with a handle. The use of a turntable ensures uniform feeding of the “snake”, makes it easier to twist, and makes the procedure for clearing the blockage more hygienic. However, when faced with a complex plug, a mechanical spinner cannot provide the required penetration power. You have to apply force manually.

On a note! Some models of hand-held turntables provide the ability to connect an electric drill. To do this, you need to remove the handle and install an electric drill on the landing hexagon of the drum.

Electric reel models have more power and therefore cope better with complex blockages. The electric drive allows:

1. Work in reverse mode, turning the plumbing cable first to the right, then to the left.
2. Vary the speed to achieve the proper punching ability.

Electric machines can be large-sized and portable, with manual and automatic feeding plumbing cable. Absolutely all models are equipped with a safety button that stops the operation of the machine in the event of a threat of damage to the sewer circuit.

Due to the high price, electrical pipe cleaning equipment is used primarily by professionals.

Types of nozzles for plumbing cable

The use of nozzles increases the efficiency of pipe cleaning. However, their use is not provided for by every model. To install the nozzle, a special threaded or screw tip (adapter with a special groove) must be installed at the end of the “cobra”.

The validity and possibility of using one or another nozzle depends on the type of blockage, the type of plumbing cable, the configuration and diameter of the sewer line.

Nozzle type	Purpose	Rope compatible		Taking turns and bends
		Flexible	Tensioner
Hook	Removing hair and fibrous debris, rags and other objects	+	+	+
Whisk (corkscrew)	Universal	+	—	+
Removing whisk	To remove a broken or lost coil (coil)	+	—	+
Ruff	Cleaning wall deposits	+	+	+
Pliers (sliding knife)		+	—	—
Spear (harpoon, pike)	Breaking through dense congestion	+	+	+
Knife 4 blades	Viscous and hard chemical deposits	+	—	+
C-shaped knife	Breaking through fat blockages	+	—	—
Shark tooth knife	Removing growths, cutting off fine roots	+	—	—
Spiral knife (root cutter)	Removing complex root blockages, sticks, burlap	+	—	—
Knife saw	Removing complex root blockages in medium-sized pipes	+	—	—
Curved blade scraper (drill)	Removing sediment from silt and sand	+	—	+
Carbide tip with spikes	Destruction of complex concrete plugs	+	—	+
Chain attachment with spikes	For cleaning concrete and cast iron pipes	+	—	+

Important! Some attachments are used only in conjunction with special electrical equipment. They are mobile and controlled by a button on the plumbing cable gun.

Buy a plumbing cable or make it yourself

If you have special equipment and certain skills, you can make a plumbing cable, as well as some types of attachments for it, yourself. I will tell you how to do this further.

Approximate prices for plumbing cables

When choosing, it is better to focus on trusted manufacturers:

• SibrTech (Russia).
• RIDGID (USA).
• REMS (Germany).

The question is, how much can they cost? See the selection below current prices for plumbing cables:

How to make a plumbing cable with your own hands from improvised materials

Do homemade cable It is not difficult to clean the drain. Follow my recommendations:

1. For the cobra core you will need steel wire with a cross section of 9 mm.
2. One end of it needs to be flattened with a hammer into the shape of a “rose” or wrapped into a hook. This way you will make a “nozzle”.
3. On the other side, we form a ring or lever from the wire. This will be an improvised handle to control the device.

Your homemade plumbing cable is ready.

On a note! The steel wire can be replaced with climbing cord or rigid nylon clothesline.

Step-by-step instructions for cleaning drains with a plumbing cable

To work with a manual plumbing cable, you do not need any special knowledge or special skills. All you need are canvas gloves to hold it tightly.

Preparatory stage

Before starting work, you need to do the following:

1. Check the Cobra for damage. You cannot break through a clog with a damaged plumbing cable. During operation, it may burst and fall into the sewer riser, further aggravating the problem.
2. Lubricate the bushings at the handle. This will make it easier to rotate.
3. Install the nozzle (if there is one).
4. Clear the surrounding area of ​​foreign objects.
5. Disconnect the siphon from the socket through which the “cobra” will be inserted.
6. Pour hot water into the riser.

It is better to clean the sewer in work clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. The floor is covered with film or rags.

Clearing the blockage

It is better to work with a manual plumbing cable together. One person unwinds and serves the “cobra”, the other pushes it and turns it. It is important to follow certain rules:

1. The cable unwinds slowly and is smoothly pushed into the pipe.
2. Translational-rotational movements begin from the moment of first resistance. To do this, without reducing the pressure, the handle or the plumbing cable itself is twisted in the opposite direction from the outer turn.
3. The rotation should be combined with the up and down movement of the cable.
4. If there is strong resistance, the “cobra” is pulled out, cleaned and sent back into the sewer pipe. They pull the cable with the same rotation as they push it.
5. During the process, you should monitor the filling of the riser with water.
6. After the plug has been broken through, the rotation continues for several minutes. This allows you to efficiently clean the pipe walls from dirt adhering to them.

Important! Should be avoided overpressure. It can cause a loop to form, damage the sewer line, and cause a leak.

Final stage

After the blockage is cleared, the siphon is installed in place. Its tightness is checked. Is allowed into the system hot water and rinses for 2-3 minutes. A funnel formed at the drain hole will signal a successful outcome.

Important! Do not pour boiling water down the drain. Too hot water is a direct path to damage to the gaskets and leakage.

The accumulation of household waste leads to periodic clogging of sewer pipes in Moscow and other cities. Internal ones are susceptible to this engineering systems pipelines made of various materials: steel pipelines, cast iron, pipelines made of polymer materials. In almost all such cases, it is possible to eliminate blockages in sewer pipes without dismantling them. For this purpose, simple but very effective cleaning tools have been developed and produced by industry. They are part of the technical arsenal of professional plumbers. In some cases, you can use the tools yourself if you have basic operating skills and knowledge of the construction of household sewer systems.

According to the principle of operation, plumbing fixtures are divided into mechanical, pneumatic and hydrodynamic. Mechanical tools for cleaning household drains include, but are not limited to: plumbing cable, tape, wire, flexible shaft. Pneumatic ones include cylindrical and conical rubber plungers, professional plungers with a pneumatic cylinder. Hydrodynamic professional tools cleaning is used to remove blockages in main sewer lines.

Plumbing cable: application features

Among the mechanical tools for cleaning sewers, plumbing cables are most often used. This hand tool, made of flexible elastic wire wound on a core in a special way. The industry produces cables various diameters, length and stiffness. They are equipped with a handle for rotation at one end and a sleeve for attaching attachments at the other. Required condition for a high-quality cable - resistance to twisting.

Using a plumbing cable, it is possible to clear (break through) blockages in pipes of small diameter (less than 300 mm). The depth of penetration into the duct is determined by the length, rigidity of the cable, the presence of elbows, and sharp bends of the collector pipes. The combination of translational and rotational motion of the cable allows you to penetrate to the required depth. The use of special attachments expands functionality plumbing cable. With their help, you can remove accumulations of dirt (rags, stray hair, other objects) from the collector.

Plumbing cable is universal tool. It can also be used (by choosing required diameter, length) for cleaning sections of water supply pipes, heat supply pipes, chimneys, drainage systems. After use, the cable is washed, wiped, dried, lubricated with mineral oil and rolled into a compact coil for storage.

Professional and household plungers

Among plumbers, models of professional plungers of the Ropump Super series with a pneumatic cylinder from the Rothenberger company (Germany) are popular. They help to quickly clean sewer pipes. Such plungers remove blockages in the drain manifolds of toilets, sinks, built-in household appliances(dishwashers, washing machines). Pneumatic plungers of this type work effectively to create excess pressure and suction. The use of Ropump Super plumbing cleaning machines quickly destroys the plug formed in the pipe and restores the flow.

In some cases, you can clear the blockage using an ordinary rubber household plunger. Such devices are produced various designs- with a wooden or plastic handle, with a cylindrical or conical shape of an elastic rubber cap (bowl). Their sizes may vary. These hand-held plumbing cleaning tools remove clogs in sinks, bathtub drains, shower trays, and toilets. From time to time you have to do this yourself, so a plunger is often included in the arsenal of mandatory home plumbing tools. The inability to remove the blockage using a plunger is a reason to contact professional plumbers.

A plumbing cable for cleaning drains and sewer pipes, a spiral is used to remove dense blockages that are located far in the pipe. The sewer punch is made of spring steel to ensure required rigidity and flexibility in the pipe.

We all face the problem of a clogged sewer system. Of course, this breakdown must be corrected as quickly as possible, since ignoring it can lead to more serious consequences. But very often it happens that calling a master costs a person a tidy sum. A plumbing cable for drain cleaning is an excellent budget alternative to calling a plumber. Today we will tell you exactly about this tool, its features and operating rules.

Types of clogged sewer pipes

Everyone without exception faces the problem of clogged drains. The reasons that lead to this nuisance can be very diverse and the users themselves are often to blame for them: large insoluble and impassable objects, hair, etc. getting into the sewer system.

Before you get acquainted in detail with the cable for cleaning sewer pipes, you need to understand what types of blockages exist.

• A blockage occurred during use. The cause of this trouble is the entry of hair, all kinds of debris, and other parts into the pipeline. Over time, a kind of coating appears on the walls of the pipes, which interferes with the normal passage of water through them. This problem can be easily solved using a pipe cleaning cable or chemicals;
• The blockage can also be mechanical. As a rule, this is facilitated by large impassable objects and parts getting into the sewer pipes, through the toilet. If the blockage is severe, it even becomes necessary to dismantle them, but using a cable is often enough;
• Technological driving. Occurs from improper installation of the sewer system. In this case, the sewer cable is powerless and the entire system must be replaced.

Professional plumbing sewer cable. Its varieties

A sewer pipe cleaning cable is a special tool that is designed to pierce water supply and sewer systems. Such a tool is made in the form of a core, with two intertwined wires. Additional wires are also used to wind the tool itself. The number of wires directly depends on the size and length of the tool.

There are several types of cables:

• Cable. Clean various pipeline systems. The diameter of this tool is 0.6 cm. It is made of galvanized steel, which provides it with durability and flexibility. Thanks to these characteristics, the cable passes perfectly through all bends of the pipeline. When clearing the blockage, the tip on the cable unravels and it appearance resembles a brush. It is thanks to this “brush” that it is very easy to remove debris. If the blockage occurs in an apartment or private house, it is better to use a cable with a length of 250 to 500 cm.
• Spring hinged. This cable is a professional plumbing cable with a diameter of 0.9 cm. Externally it has a spiral shape, but inside the structure is empty. Used for breaking through heavy blockages in residential areas. Thanks to a special holder that acts as a tensioner, the blockage is removed very quickly and effortlessly.

If you decide to buy a plumbing cable for cleaning sewer pipes, you should definitely pay attention to the fact that they are classified according to their purpose and type of nozzle:

• Punching - removes old clogs;
• Bottom;
• Hook-shaped. With their help you can get rags, hair and other large debris;
• Loop-shaped. Cleaning is carried out in non-removable water seals.

Buying a plumbing cable for cleaning sewer pipes is an alternative to calling a plumber, which has a number of advantages:

• Thanks to the flexible wire shafts from which sewer cleaning cables are made, you can easily get rid of clogs of any complexity;
• Long service life. Plumbing cable, its price is relatively low, with proper care can last up to twenty years;
• With the help of various attachments, the plumbing cable becomes a universal tool;
• The presence of a special handle makes working with the tool much easier;
• Buying a cable for cleaning sewer pipes does not mean that it can only be used for these purposes. This tool Easily cleans chimneys from soot residues, ventilation from debris, boilers from blockages.

So, we see that the plumbing cable for cleaning sewers, its price is completely justified. Therefore, you must have such a tool at home. If, nevertheless, you have decided that you need to buy a sewer cable, then this is exactly the place where you can implement this idea.

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The easiest way to deal with sewer blockage- use a cable to clean sewer pipes. The tool is easy to use and does not require any special knowledge or skills. You just need to understand all types of devices and choose the right model.

Plumbing cable - what kind of device?

You can clean the pipes different ways, but “chemistry” and a plunger do not always help, and calling a professional plumber is expensive and will take a lot of time.

Objects flushed down the toilet, such as bags or rags, form a plug in the pipeline, which can only be removed mechanically. In this case, the sewer pipe cleaning cable will become the best solution. It is easy to use, cheap and effective. It is capable of destroying even old garbage jams made of various materials.

Since old-type cast iron pipelines are now being replaced with plastic ones, blockages occur less frequently. Smooth walls trap less waste, making it easier for the tool to clear clogs.

The equipment looks like a bending spring with a handle at one end and a nozzle or hook at the other. The tool is designed for cleaning risers, toilets, drains and other types of plumbing fixtures.

Types of plumbing cables for drain cleaning

Types of sewer cleaning cables differ in design, length and diameter. For houses and cottages, a simple set of tools is mainly purchased for professional use It is advisable to buy more complex equipment, for example with an electric drive.

There are 3 types of plumbing cables most commonly found in hardware stores:

1. Ropeway — classic look made of galvanized steel wire. Used in apartments and houses.
2. Spring-wound. Made from a hollow steel spring. The spring design and small dimensions allow you to cope with blockages in risers and adjacent pipes.
3. Spring with core - variety spring tools for cleaning drains. The device is designed to push through blockages and is a professional cable model.

Option 1: rope

This tool is used in residential buildings to clear communications. It looks like a twisted rope with crimped ends so that the sewer cleaning wire does not unravel. Often the running nozzle of the rope is broken into a brush shape. It traps hairballs, which are main reason clogging. Made from galvanized steel wire. Standard thickness is 5 mm, length is from 2.5 to 5 m.

Option 2: spring-wound

This type is often called simply spring, since structurally it consists of a hollow steel spring inside, which makes the tool reliable. It is also equipped with a handle that has a flexible shaft design. The diameter is 9 mm, the length can reach 25 m. A spring-wound cable is used to clean communications in apartments and houses.

The elastic design of the tool allows it to easily cope with large blockages. The cable ends with a tip or bend, which facilitates movement inside the pipeline. The tips are practically not used in everyday life.

Option 3: spring with core

A spring cable with attachments at the ends is professional equipment to destroy highly complex blockages. To use this tool you need to have a number of plumbing skills.

Made from spring and wire. The diameter varies from 13.5 to 16 mm, and the length - from 25 to 60 m. To manufacture equipment with a diameter of 13.5 mm, non-galvanized steel wire with a cross-section of 2 mm is used, and only specialists work with 16 mm cable. The spring cable is always equipped with a handle that is used for tension. Under tension, a stiff spring can be extremely effective in clearing blockages and clearing lines.

This type of tool is used to destroy highly complex blockages and clean pipeline risers at distances between floors. Short length tools are used for cleaning sewer pipes in in public places. Which nozzles will be used on the equipment depends on the material from which it is made, the type of pipes and the properties of the tool (elbows and joints).

Selection of working diameter

When purchasing equipment important aspect is the choice of the working diameter and length of the tool.

The diameter of the cable is proportional to the diameter of the pipe that needs to be cleaned. For example, a 6mm cable is suitable for pipes with a diameter of 20 to 55mm; 9 mm - from 50 to 76 mm; 12 mm - from 50 to 100 mm.

In everyday life, when the length of the sewer system is from 10 to 25 meters, a spring-wound cable is used, the diameter of which is 9 mm. With pipes with a diameter of 100 mm, they work with 16 mm equipment between floors with a length of up to 30 meters.

Nozzles for sewer cables

The drain can become clogged with many materials: rags, hair, wool, etc. The accumulation of such debris can create blockages that cannot be removed by standard mechanical intervention. To achieve the desired result, special attachments are used.

The nozzles differ in appearance and purpose:

• “ruff” - allows you to remove plaque from the walls of the pipeline;
• punching - destroy compressed blockages;
• bottom - for the elimination of stone chips and elements of construction waste;
• hook-shaped - they are used to catch and pull out rags and clumps of hair;
• loop-shaped - remove water seals.

How to make a plumbing cable yourself from scrap materials

If a tool for cleaning a pipeline is needed in an emergency or there are no construction or hardware stores nearby, then you can make a plumbing cable for sewer pipes with your own hands.

The simplest analogue is a piece of flexible wire with a bent end. To make a tool, you need to perform the following manipulations:

1. Cut a piece 1-3 m long from the metal rope.
2. Fluff the end that will go down the drain so that it looks like a brush.
3. For convenience, twist the other side into a ring; you can attach a handle.
4. Steel must be treated with anti-corrosion oil.

There are 2 more ways to create plumbing tools for cleaning sewer pipes from scrap materials:

1. Instead of metal material You can use a bicycle cable, which also needs to be fluffed on one side. However, such option will do Only for mild blockages.
2. From plastic bottle you can cut the tape. For convenience, a loop is created at one end, and at the other, many cuts must be made along the edges to maximize the capture of debris inside the pipe.

You can use a homemade tool to clean toilets, bathtubs and sewer pipes. The device will not be so universal, but in some situations it can help. It is also worth considering that any of the proposed methods will help clear only shallow and light blockages.

How to clear a clog with a plumbing cable

Before clearing the clog in sewer pipe cable, you need to pay attention to the preparatory stage:

1. Inspect the instrument and make sure it is not damaged.
2. Check that the handle is securely fastened.
3. If possible, it is better to lubricate the bushings that are part of the handle structure.
4. If nozzles are used, you need to inspect their condition and replace damaged ones.

Now you can start cleaning the pipeline:

1. To make cleaning easier, remove the siphon.
2. Insert the tip of the equipment into the pipe, hold the other side firmly in your hand.
3. Gradually push the cable, turning it using the handle, to go through the bends inside the sewer. At the same time, you should not put strong pressure on the cable. If you overdo it, you can break the instrument or damage the communication material. It is important to rotate the tool only in one direction until the job is finished. Sometimes you need to pull out the cable and clean it of dirt.
4. Having reached the blockage, it is necessary to intensify the rotation. There is a chance that the cork will be pushed forward. If there is a hook-shaped nozzle, then the debris can be caught and removed. If the water drains through a funnel, it means the pipeline has been cleaned correctly.
5. After removing debris, it is recommended to flush the pipes first weak pressure boiling water, then strong.

The nuances of cleaning pipes with a cable

Before starting work, you need to assess the blockage and determine its degree. If a rag or a lump of cardboard gets into the pipe, then a flexible shaft will deal with the problem well. But if a technological blockage has formed in the sewer system due to wear and tear of communications, then the system will have to be completely changed.

When inserting, it is recommended to rotate the pen only clockwise. Thus, when it presses against the garbage plug, the spiral will compress, which will lead to increased pressure. If the plug turns out to be large and dense, then the process of grabbing and pulling out will need to be carried out several times.

When working with a plastic pipeline, it is better to take a cable with a rubberized braid. This will prevent damage and the system will last longer.

If the tool is jammed in the pipe, it must be slowly rotated different sides for release. Under no circumstances should you tug at the equipment.