How to Connect Drain Cleaning Chains to an Auger

If you’re using an auger coil but want to attach a drain cleaning chain, there’s a simple and effective solution: the T Slide Quick Connect Leader. This small but essential tool lets you connect a short length of flexible shaft to your machine, giving you the ability to use chains for descaling or blockage removal.

With a female T-connector on one end and a 3/8″ (10mm) shaft on the other, the T Slide leader allows for fast and easy changes between tools—perfect for when you need to swap between a circular chain and a regular chain during a job.

If you’d like a more visual representation, please take a look at this video.

Why Use a T Slide Connector?

Many professionals use the T Slide leader to:

• Adapt their auger for use with flexible shaft chains
• Quickly swap tools like circular chains, regular chains, or other descaling attachments
• Maximize versatility without needing a whole new machine

Instead of committing to a single tool setup, the T Slide lets you “plug and play” with your chain accessories.

How It Works

1. Insert the T Slide’s female end into your auger coil.
2. Connect your drain cleaning chains to the 10mm (3/8″) shaft on the other end.
3. You’re now ready to tackle blockages or perform descaling, using your existing auger setup with flexible shaft tooling.

Final Thoughts

The T Slide Quick Connect Leader may be a small component, but it plays a big role in making your drain cleaning jobs more efficient and professional. If you’re constantly switching tools or attachments, this is one upgrade worth making to your setup.

Need help choosing the right leader or chain for your auger? Contact us or check out our full range of flexible shaft accessories.