Description
Description
Cobra™ Above-Ground Tracer Wire Access Point
Cobra™ Access Points for underground utilities provide convenient, above-ground access to a tracer wire system. Connect the utility locate transmitter to one terminal and the ground rod to the other. Connect and disconnect the jumper to engage and disengage ground to control the direction of the locate signal. With up to three terminals and multiple mounting options, the Cobra™ Access Point offers installation flexibility and a finished, professional-looking installation.
The Cobra™ makes connecting to a utility tracer wire system easy and efficient. Plus it provides visibility to a utility locator. One or two terminals for the tracer wire and the other for the ground wire. Multiple mounting options available. Mount to a fire hydrant with the Cobra™ Hydrant Flange (also available packaged together with a Cobra™), or mount anywhere with the Cobra™ Mounting Stake.
Made in the USA. BABA compliant.
Cobra™ Access Points protect wire and provide a convenient, above-ground, direct connection point for locating equipment. Available in 3 styles:
Single-terminal – single tracer wire connection; Part # T1-*
Two-terminals with jumper – 1 tracer wire connection plus 1 ground connection; connect the jumper to locate to the Cobra™; disconnect the jumper to locate from the Cobra™; when disconnected, the bottom terminal can be used to ground the locate transmitter; Part # T2-*
Three-terminals with jumper – 2 tracer wire connections plus 1 ground connection; Part # T3-*
- Direct connection point for utility locate transmitter
- Polypropylene material is durable and maintenance-free
- Protects the wire from damage and corrosion
- Multiple installation options: post mount, hydrant mount, stake mount
- Brass hardware for maximum conductivity
- Thumb nuts eliminate the need for a wrench
- Can be used with rigid or flexible 1" PVC conduit
- Color-coded to meet American Public Works (APWA) standards
- Available with up to three terminals
- Disconnect/reconnect jumper to turn ground on and off as needed
Features
Features
- Above-Ground Access – Provides convenient, visible access to tracer wire systems for utility locating
- Multiple Terminal Options – Single, two, or three-terminal configurations to meet various system requirements
- Durable Construction – Polypropylene material withstands weather and requires no maintenance
- Brass Hardware – Maximum conductivity with thumb nuts for tool-free connections
- Versatile Mounting – Post mount, hydrant mount with flange, or stake mount options
- Ground Control – Jumper system allows easy ground engagement/disengagement
- APWA Color-Coded – Available in all standard utility identification colors
- PVC Conduit Compatible – Works with rigid or flexible 1" PVC conduit systems
- Professional Installation – Clean, finished appearance for above-ground visibility
Specifications
Specifications
| Material | Durable Polypropylene |
| Hardware | Brass for maximum conductivity |
| Connection Type | Thumb nuts (tool-free) |
| Terminal Options | Single (T1), Two (T2), Three (T3) |
| Conduit Compatibility | Rigid or flexible 1" PVC |
| Mounting Options | Post mount, hydrant flange, stake mount |
| Ground Control | Jumper system (T2 and T3 models) |
| Color Options | APWA standard colors plus white and black |
| APWA Colors | Blue, Green, Black, Orange, Purple, Red, Yellow |
| Flange Thread | 1" MTP (hydrant flange package) |
| Stake Length | 12" powder-coated steel with pointed tip |
| Part Numbers | T1-*, T2-*, T3-* (* denotes color) |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Compliance | BABA, APWA Standards |
Additional Information
What's in the Box
What's in the Box
- Cobra™ Access Point (Single, Two, or Three-terminal as specified)
- Brass hardware with thumb nuts
- Jumper wire (T2 and T3 models only)
- Installation instructions
Optional Accessories (sold separately):
- Cobra™ Mounting Stake (T3-STAKE)