{"product_id":"condensate-drain-cable-entry-kit","title":"DrainGuard Condensate Drain Cable Entry Kit, 1 to 1-1\/2 in","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yd-product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eY-Fitting Cable Entry for Larger Condensate Drain Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYeloDeer DrainGuard DGK-EK provides the fittings and cable-entry seal needed to install a compatible self-regulating heating cable inside a nominal 1 in, 1-1\/4 in, or 1-1\/2 in non-pressurized condensate drain. It is suited to compatible HVAC, condensing furnace, boiler, and water-heating system drain lines. The heating cable is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eKey Buying Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yd-decision-strip\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCondensate drain lines that need a dedicated cut-in heating cable entry.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipe Size\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNominal 1 in, 1-1\/4 in, or 1-1\/2 in PVC or ABS drain pipe.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePVC Y-fitting, pipe nipples, size reducers, rubber gasket, sealing grommet, and lock nut.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold Separately\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCompatible in-drain heating cable, pipe-joining materials, and any additional repair coupling required by the installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eChoose the Right Condensate Drain Setup\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yd-compare-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yd-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 to 1-1\/2 in Pipe: Entry Kit + Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUse this DGK-EK fitting kit with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yelodeer.com\/products\/in-water-heating-cable\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYeloDeer IPHC-DMi in-drain heating cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, purchased separately. Select the cable length and output for the actual drain route.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yd-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2 or 3\/4 in Pipe: Complete Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eChoose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yelodeer.com\/products\/drainguard-condensate-drain-heating-cable-kit\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrainGuard condensate drain heating cable kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. It includes a heating cable and fittings sized for those smaller drain lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yd-alert-box\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm before ordering:\u003c\/strong\u003e DGK-EK is for non-pressurized drains only. Check the nominal pipe size, material, drain condition, internal cable route, and working space. The fitting does not make a drain pressure-rated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yd-product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eCondensate Drain Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDGK-EK is intended for compatible condensate drain lines exposed to freezing where a separate Y-fitting entry is needed to route an in-drain heating cable toward the vulnerable section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yd-category-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yd-category-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHVAC Condensate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"yd-mini-tags\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHeat Pumps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAir Handlers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold-Space Drain Runs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yd-category-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondensing Furnace Drains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"yd-mini-tags\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFurnace Condensate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExterior Wall Exits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnheated Areas\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yd-category-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoiler \u0026amp; Water-Heating Drains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"yd-mini-tags\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBoiler Condensate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater-Heater Condensate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtility Areas\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003ePipe Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eUse only with supported nominal 1 in, 1-1\/4 in, or 1-1\/2 in non-pressurized PVC or ABS drain pipe. The supplied fittings are PVC. Connecting them to ABS requires an appropriate PVC-to-ABS transition method where required by local code and the joining-material manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yd-alert-box\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not use this kit in pressurized plumbing, potable-water supply, fuel or gas piping, chemical transfer lines, unsupported pipe sizes, or a frozen, blocked, collapsed, or damaged drain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yd-product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eFitting Kit Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"yd-spec-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDGK-EK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eY-fitting cable-entry and sealing kit; heating cable not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-pressurized condensate drain lines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Nominal Pipe Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in, 1-1\/4 in, and 1-1\/2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Drain Materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePVC or ABS, using the correct joining method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied Fitting Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Heating Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYeloDeer self-regulating in-drain heating cable, sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yd-check-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eOne 1-1\/2 in Y-fitting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree 1-1\/2 in pipe nipples\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eTwo 1-1\/2-to-1 in reducers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo 1-1\/2-to-1-1\/4 in reducers\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eOne 1-1\/2-to-3\/4 in cable-entry reducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne rubber gasket\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eOne sealing grommet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne lock nut\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 1-1\/2 in pipe configuration uses the Y-fitting without main-run size reducers. The 1 in and 1-1\/4 in configurations use their respective reducer pairs and pipe nipples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yd-product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eBefore Cutting the Condensate Drain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yd-install-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the Line\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThaw or clear the drain first. Confirm it is intact, non-pressurized, and draining normally.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDry-fit the correct reducer configuration and confirm working clearance and full socket insertion depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the Cable Route\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eConfirm the cable can travel toward the downstream outlet without a blockage or sharp restrictive bend.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Joining Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUse materials appropriate for the actual pipe and fittings, including a PVC-to-ABS transition method when required.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eBasic Installation Sequence\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeep the heating cable disconnected from power. Measure and cut the selected drain section conservatively; deburr and clean both pipe ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePosition the Y-fitting so the cable-entry branch points upward or upward at an angle toward the downstream drain outlet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eJoin the Y-fitting, pipe nipples, and correct reducers. Allow bonded connections to cure according to the joining-material instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFeed the compatible heating cable through the angled branch without forcing, kinking, crushing, or scraping it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSeat the rubber gasket and sealing grommet, then tighten the lock nut evenly. Do not modify the sealing parts or overtighten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRun water through the condensate drain and check all joints and the cable entry for leaks before connecting power. Follow the heating cable manual for electrical requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003ePipe Cut Reference\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"yd-spec-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1\/2 in Condensate Drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended section to remove: 3.5 in \/ 9 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 or 1-1\/4 in Condensate Drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended section to remove: 11.8 in \/ 30 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yd-notice-box\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the actual assembled fit before the final cut. Rigidly fixed pipe ends may require an additional approved repair or slip coupling, which is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yd-product-section yd-faq-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes DGK-EK include a heating cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. DGK-EK contains the condensate drain entry fittings and sealing components only. Purchase a compatible YeloDeer in-drain heating cable separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich condensate drain sizes does it fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt supports nominal 1 in, 1-1\/4 in, and 1-1\/2 in drain pipes using the included fitting configurations. Confirm the actual pipe dimensions before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this the right kit for a 1\/2 or 3\/4 in condensate drain?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. DGK-EK is sized for 1 to 1-1\/2 in pipes. The separate DrainGuard heating cable kit includes the cable and fittings for compatible 1\/2 and 3\/4 in condensate drains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan the PVC fittings connect to an ABS condensate drain?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, when the drain is otherwise compatible and the connection uses an appropriate PVC-to-ABS transition method where required by local code and the joining-material instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I install this in a pressurized water line?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. DGK-EK is designed for non-pressurized drains. Its cable-entry seal is not a pressure-rated connection for water-supply plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if the existing pipe ends cannot move apart?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn approved repair or slip coupling, or another suitable plumbing method, may be needed to seat the fitting assembly fully. Additional repair fittings are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yd-product-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eRead the DGK-EK installation manual before cutting the condensate drain. Use the separately purchased heating cable's manual for cable routing and electrical requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFor help choosing between external and in-drain heating on a condensate line, read \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yelodeer.com\/blogs\/knowledge-center\/condensate-drain-in-pipe-heating-cable\"\u003eWhen External Heat Tape Is Not Enough for Condensate Drain Lines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"YeloDeer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67236060070129,"sku":"Y-DGK-EK","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/2836\/9905\/files\/dgk-ek_1.png?v=1792121663","url":"https:\/\/yelodeer.com\/products\/condensate-drain-cable-entry-kit","provider":"YeloDeer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}