Are drain Chains Safe for Pipes With Channel Rot?
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If you’re wondering what shaft size your high-speed drain cleaning machine uses, we’ve compiled the specs for the most common models from Picote, Ridgid, and Milwaukee. We also offer compatible shafts and chains for each one.
All our shafts are made by winding spring-grade steel in opposing directions on a single mandrel. This ensures equal torque in both directions of rotation — critical for effective descaling and blockage removal.
Picote Super Midi
• Shaft: 12mm (½”)
• Max length: 20m (65ft)
Picote Maxi Miller
• Shaft: 12mm (½”)
• Max length: 30m (98ft)
Picote Midi Cleaner
• Shaft: 10mm (⅜”)
• Max length: 23m (75ft)
Recommended Chains:
Picote Mini Cleaner
• Shaft: 8mm (⁵⁄₁₆”)
• Max length: 16m (52ft)
Picote Mini Miller
• Shaft: 8mm (⁵⁄₁₆”)
• Max length: 16m (52ft)
Recommended Chains:
K9-102
• Shaft: 6mm (¼”)
• Max length: 15m (50ft)
K9-204
• Shaft: 8mm (⁵⁄₁₆”)
• Max length: 21m (70ft)
Recommended Chains:
Check out this video where one of our customers uses our cable on their K9-204 machine.
K9-306
• Shaft: 10mm (⅜”)
• Max length: 38m (125ft)
Recommended Chains:
Milwaukee M18 FUEL
• Shaft: 8mm (⁵⁄₁₆”)
• Max length: 23m (75.5ft)
Recommended Chains:
Please note that we do not claim to provide original replacement parts for Picote, Ridgid, Milwaukee, or any other brand.
We also do not encourage customers to replace their Ridgid, Picote, or Milwaukee machines with our tools, but rather to use our tools as a complement to their existing setup.
Whether you’re working with Picote, Ridgid, or Milwaukee machines, knowing the correct shaft size and length is essential when choosing compatible tools. While we don’t supply original manufacturer parts, our products are trusted by professionals worldwide to complement their existing equipment.
Take a look at our full range here, and feel free to get in touch if you need any additional advice or guidance.
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