Micro Channel Drains

Ideal for light flows, this effective solution comes as one integrated part, and channel sections snap together for a fast and easy install. Recessed grate openings facilitate runoff capture.

Where to Buy

Hero shot of the White Micro Channel™ Drain & Integrated Grate for draining small flows of stormwater

Where to Buy

Unassembled Micro Channel™ Drain & Integrated Grate, 1-1/4 in. wide X 5 ft. long, Gray Plastic, with Coupling (NDS 8003, NDS 8481) for draining small flows of stormwater

Key Features

Micro Channel Drain and grate are one integrated piece; modular design makes it easy to customize layout
Sleek, narrow 1-1/4 in.-wide channel design features recessed grate and grate openings parallel to channel length
Micro Channel Drain with integrated grate are available in a variety of colors
Micro Channel Drain and integrated Grate made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Treated with UV inhibitors to prevent fading and cracking

Applications

Captures light flows of surface water from pool and spa decks, concrete and paver patios, and walkways
Channel drains and trench drains are ideal for hardscapes to prevent mildew growth, concrete staining, and costly damage by capturing and conveying excess water for proper release downstream
The Micro Channel Drain and grate, as part of a complete drainage system, captures excess surface water and directs water away to connected drain pipes for proper release downstream or to an infiltration device

Installation & Maintenance

Micro Channel Drains connect together with couplings; create a water-tight connection using solvent-weld PVC glue
For cleaning and maintenance, install with Micro Channel cleanouts featuring removable tops along the length of the drain for access inside the Micro Channel Drain system

Materials & Sustainability

Channels and grates are made in the USA
Onsite stormwater management protects the watershed downstream, and limits excess runoff which can lead to negative impacts such as erosion, pollution, and flooding

Product Models

Part Number (click for more info)	Description
230	6 in. Profile Channel Installation Stakes, Pack of 24
8303	Micro™ Channel Drain 45° Elbow and Integrated Grate, Gray Plastic
8302	Micro™ Channel Drain 45° Elbow and Integrated Grate, Sand Plastic
8301	Micro™ Channel Drain 45° Elbow and Integrated Grate, White Plastic
8383	Micro™ Channel Drain 90° Elbow and Integrated Grate, Gray Plastic
8382	Micro™ Channel Drain 90° Elbow and Integrated Grate, Sand Plastic
8381	Micro™ Channel Drain 90° Elbow and Integrated Grate, White Plastic
8513	Micro™ Channel Drain and Integrated Grate Side Outlet, Connects to 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 in. Drain Pipes, Gray Plastic
8512	Micro™ Channel Drain and Integrated Grate Side Outlet, Connects to 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 in. Drain Pipes, Sand Plastic
8511	Micro™ Channel Drain and Integrated Grate Side Outlet, Connects to 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 in. Drain Pipes, White Plastic
8003	Micro™ Channel Drain and Integrated Grate, 1-1/4 in. wide x 10 ft. long, Gray Plastic, with Coupling
8002	Micro™ Channel Drain and Integrated Grate, 1-1/4 in. wide x 10 ft. long, Sand Plastic, with Coupling
8001	Micro™ Channel Drain and Integrated Grate, 1-1/4 in. wide X 10 ft. long, White Plastic, with Coupling
8653	Micro™ Channel Drain Cleanout, Removable Top, Gray Plastic
8652	Micro™ Channel Drain Cleanout, Removable Top, Sand Plastic
8651	Micro™ Channel Drain Cleanout, Removable Top, White Plastic
8481	Micro™ Channel Drain Coupling
8463	Micro™ Channel Drain End Outlet, Connects to 1-1/4 in. and 1-1/2 in. Drain Pipes, Gray Plastic
8462	Micro™ Channel Drain End Outlet, Connects to 1-1/4 in. and 1-1/2 in. Drain Pipes, Sand Plastic
8461	Micro™ Channel Drain End Outlet, Connects to 1-1/4 in. and 1-1/2 in. Drain Pipes, White Plastic
8473	Micro™ Channel Drain End Plug, Gray Plastic
8472	Micro™ Channel Drain End Plug, Sand Plastic
8471	Micro™ Channel Drain End Plug, White Plastic
8601	Micro™ Channel Drain Hold-Down Clips for Channel Stakes
8503	Micro™ Channel Drain with Bottom Outlet, 1-1/4 in. X 7 in., Connects to 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 in. Drain Pipes, Gray Plastic
8502	Micro™ Channel Drain with Bottom Outlet, 1-1/4 in. X 7 in., Connects to 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 in. Drain Pipes, Sand Plastic
8501	Micro™ Channel Drain with Bottom Outlet, 1-1/4 in. X 7 in., Connects to 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 in. Drain Pipes, White Plastic

Specifications & Documents

Channel & Trench Drains & Grates

Yes. Prefabricated 45°, 90°, and tees can be purchased. The channel can also 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.

No. The Micro Channel and grate are one integral part.

No. The Micro Channel ships in 10-foot sections. Each section ships with 1 coupling. All other accessories are sold separately.

A section of the Micro Channel Clean Out (part # 8651, 8652, or 8653) would have to be installed to clean out the inside of the channel. The top of the clean out can be removed to allow for debris to be cleaned from the channel.

There are three options to drain the water out of the Micro Channel: the end of the channel, the bottom of the channel, or the side of the channel. Each outlet connects to 1-1/2 in. schedule 40 pipe. Drainage from the channel is limited by the outlets. The outlets have the same open area as a 1-1/4 in. pipe.

The Micro Channel has 2.5 square inches of open space per foot of channel. The channel itself can handle 3.06 Gallons per Minute per linear foot with ½ in. head pressure.

This channel drain solution is ideal for areas surrounding pool, spas, and patios.

Micro Channel is available in white, sand and grey.

Micro Channel is rated for pedestrian traffic (up to 60 psi) only.

Micro Channel is only available in 10 ft. sections. The channel can be easily cut to any length.

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