8" Pro Series Additional Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I purchase NDS 8" Pro Series Channel Drain and accessories?

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What lengths are available?

NDS 8" Pro Series channel is available in 1/2 meter shallow drains and 1/2 meter deep drains . The channel can be cut at lengths as short as 4" while still preserving the built-in joints, which act as couplings.

What colors grates are available?

NDS 8" Pro Series drain grates are available in light grey

Are metal grates available?

Yes! Cast iron grates are available. See our selection here.

What is the load rating of NDS 8" Pro Series Channel Drains?

The plastic grate is rated to support automobiles, light trucks, and medium-duty pneumatic tires (up to 175 psi) at speeds less than 20 m.p.h. The reinforced nylon grate is rated to support heavy-duty pneumatic tire forklifts and tractor trailers (up to 325 psi) at speeds less than 20 m.p.h. The cast iron grate is rated to support heavy-duty hard tire forklifts (up to 575 psi) at speeds less than 20 m.p.h.

Does the 8" Pro Series Channel ship with any attachments?

The 8” Pro Series channels and accessories are sold individually.

Can the 8" Pro Series make bends?

There are no prefabricated accessories for the 8” Pro Series Channel to make bends, however the channel can be cut to any angle using a miter saw. The same angle will need to be cut into another piece of channel. Glue the pieces together and secure the joint before encasing in concrete.

How do I connect the channels together?

Pro series channels connect via the built-in interlocking joints at the end of each channel. These joints are also available in 4" segments should you need to cut the channel to size.

How does the water drain out of the 8" Pro Series Drains?

Shallow profile: End caps can be purchased that connects to a 3” sewer and drain pipe. NDS part # 832 has knockouts that can be used to drain water out of the sides of the channel. The side outlets have to 3” sewer and spout and the bottom drain fits 4” sewer and drain pipe and 3” sewer and drain fittings.
Deep profile: End caps/End Outletscan be purchased that have a 3” or 4” sewer and storm spout.

Do I need to worry about expansion and contraction of the grates?

NDS recommends that 1/8" be left in between each grate to allow for any expansion or contraction that may occur.

How much water can the channel hold?

The shallow channel will hold about the same volume of water as a 6” diameter pipe. The deep channel will hold about the same volume of water as a 8” diameter pipe.

How do I glue on the accessories?

The 8” Pro Series Channel is made from PVC. PVC glue can be used to glue all pieces together.

How are the grates connected to the channel?

The grates themselves fit within the Pro Series channel and are secured by 4 screws per grate. Screws may be purchased here.

Installation Instructions