Cherne ® 8" Aluminum T-Handle Gripper ® Plug (Non Bypass)

The Cherne 8" Aluminum T-Handle Gripper (part #272-906) provides full pipe blockage on 8" underground sewer and storm pipe — complete shutoff with no bypass. Rated for 17 PSI / 40 ft. head pressure. Fits 8" concrete, clay, SDR 26, and SDR 35 pipe (usage range 7.7"–8.3" ID). Heavy-duty aluminum body at 12.9 lbs with chemical-resistant neoprene O-ring and zinc-plated steel T-handle for high-torque expansion.

Key Features

• Full blockage — no bypass — complete pipe shutoff for isolation and testing
• T-handle mechanical expansion — high-torque sealing for concrete, clay, and SDR pipe
• 17 PSI / 40 ft. head pressure — rated for sewer air pressure tests
• Chemical-resistant neoprene O-ring — handles sewer gas and chemical exposure
• Heavy-duty aluminum body — corrosion-resistant, lighter than cast iron

Technical Specifications

Applications

Complete flow isolation on 8" sewer mains, air pressure testing with full shutoff, pipe blocking during construction or repairs, and any large-pipe application requiring total blockage. For bypass capability, use the T-Handle Gripper with Bypass (part #272-957).

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