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:

  1. Mixing: Dissolve 1 teaspoon of the dye in 10 litres of water.
  2. Application: Pour the coloured water into the drainage system at the point you want to start tracing.
  3. Observation: Follow the coloured water to determine the flow direction, identify leaks, or locate connections in the drainage system.
  4. 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.

Downloads

Fernco Drain Tracing Dye Datasheet

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Grouped product items
CodeProduct NameList PriceYou SaveYou Pay Quantity
484508Red Drain Tracing Dye 200g £26.48 30%
£18.54
484509Yellow Drain Tracing Dye 200g £26.48 30%
£18.54
484510Blue Drain Tracing Dye 200g £26.48 30%
£18.54
484511Green Fluorescein Drain Tracing Dye 200g £26.48 30%
£18.54
484512Orange Drain Tracing Dye 200g £26.48 30%
£18.54
484513Purple Drain Tracing Dye 200g £26.48 30%
£18.54