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Cast iron round access pipe with eared socket and bolted oval inspection door
CODE RWAP Category

Cast Iron Round Access Pipe – Eared, With Door

Price range: £165.20 through £286.70 ex VAT (£198.24 – £344.04 inc VAT)

An eared cast iron round access pipe with a bolted oval inspection door, for clearing blockages without dismantling the downpipe.

Sizes available: 65mm (2½″), 75mm (3″) and 100mm (4″)

Finishes: supplied primed as standard, or factory black painted. Linseed oil paint finishes are available on request.

UK delivery from £30. Fittings are despatched boxed. See delivery rates.

The eared round access pipe is a short cast iron downpipe section with a bolted oval inspection door, used to clear leaves, silt and debris from a rainwater pipe without taking the run apart. The cast ears on the socket fix it to the wall with pipe nails or bobbins, so it sits in line with eared downpipe lengths either side.

The oval door is cast to the curve of the pipe and bolted closed. Bed it on a suitable sealant on assembly to keep the joint watertight. A plain (non-eared) cast iron access pipe is also available for runs fixed with holderbats or earbands.

Where to fit access pipes: at the foot of a stack above the shoe or gully, directly above offsets and bends, and below hopper heads on buildings close to trees. On listed buildings, access in the right places avoids breaking joints or cutting pipe to clear a blockage.

Sizes: 65mm (2½″), 75mm (3″) and 100mm (4″) diameter.

Cast in solid grey iron in the UK to BS 460:2002. Supplied primed for site painting or factory black painted, with linseed oil paint finishes available on request.

Suitable for listed buildings and conservation area work. For specification advice, a full schedule or a quotation, call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form.

Additional information

Pipe Size/Finish

Primer 65mm, Primer 75mm, Primer 100mm, Black Painted 65mm, Black Painted 75mm, Black Painted 100mm

Cross-reference

Primer 65mmR2510E
Primer 75mmR3010E
Primer 100mmR4010E
Black Painted 65mmXR2510E
Black Painted 75mmXR3010E
Black Painted 100mmXR4010E

FAQ Categories

All FAQ
What is a cast iron access pipe used for?
An access pipe is a short downpipe section with a bolted inspection door. Removing the door lets you rod or flush the pipe to clear leaves and silt without dismantling the run. Stand clear when opening it, as water held above a blockage may release.
Where should access pipes be fitted on a downpipe?
At the foot of each stack above the shoe or gully, directly above offsets and bends, and below hopper heads where trees overhang the roof. On tall or long runs, an extra access point part-way up makes clearance easier.
Do I need an eared or plain access pipe?
Match the rest of the run. Eared access pipes are nailed to the wall through cast ears, like eared downpipe lengths. Plain access pipes suit runs fixed with holderbats or earbands.
Are cast iron access pipes suitable for listed buildings?
Yes. Cast iron access pipes to BS 460 are the like-for-like choice for listed and period buildings, and fitting access points avoids damaging historic pipework when clearing blockages. We recommend confirming any changes with the conservation officer.
How do I get a price for a cast iron access pipe?
Select the size and finish on the product page for an instant price. For project quantities or a full rainwater schedule, please call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form.

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