Description
Description
SnakePit® Lite Duty Access Point
The SnakePit® family of access points provides a secure, direct connection to tracer wire systems at ground level in a variety of applications from light-duty off-roadway to heavy-duty roadway. These access points feature anti-corrosion gel to protect wires, locking covers that protect against tampering, and encapsulated magnets that allow for detection by ferrous metal detectors. Available in APWA color-coded options for proper utility identification.
The SnakePit® Lite Duty provides access to a tracer wire system at ground level in light-duty and off-roadway applications. Select from 3 lid options:
Single-terminal Cast Iron Lid: no ground rod wire connection point; must remove lid to access wires; part # LD14*TP
Two-terminal Switchable Lid: provides a direct connection point for the utility locate transmitter PLUS ground switch that turns tracer wire ground off/on from the top of the lid; no need to remove the lid; part # LD14*2T-SW
Five-terminal Cast Iron Lid: must remove lid to access wires; part # LD14*5T
Made in the USA. BABA compliant.
- Light traffic and off-roadway applications, such as yards and ditches
- Direct connection to the tracer wire system from the top of the lid
- Anti-corrosion gel protects wire connections
- Locking cover protects against tampering
- Encapsulated magnet allows detection by a ferrous metal detector
- Color-coded to meet APWA utility identification standards
- Tubular (cylindrical) construction with a removable round lid
- Pentagon head bolt security with proper wrench requirement
Features
Features
- Lite Duty Construction – Designed for light traffic and off-roadway areas such as yards and ditches
- Multiple Lid Options – Choose from single-terminal, two-terminal switchable, or five-terminal configurations
- Cast Iron/Resin Lids – Durable cast iron for single/five-terminal, high-strength resin for two-terminal switchable
- Pentagon Security – Pentagon head bolt system prevents unauthorized access
- Magnetic Detection – Encapsulated magnet enables easy location even when covered by soil or paving
- Anti-Corrosion Protection – Gel supplied to protect all wire connections from corrosion
- APWA Color-Coded – Available in all standard utility identification colors
- Ground-Level Access – Flush installation provides direct access to tracer wire systems
Specifications
Specifications
| Application | Light duty, off-roadway (yards, ditches) |
| Base Material | High-grade ABS rigid plastic (ASTM D1788, Type 1) |
| Single-Terminal Lid | Cast iron (ASTM A126 Class B) |
| Two-Terminal Lid | Injection-molded resin |
| Five-Terminal Lid | Cast iron (ASTM A126 Class B) |
| Tensile Strength | 31,000 psi (cast iron lids) |
| Temperature Range | -150°F to +450°F (cast iron), up to 451°F (resin) |
| Hardware | Pentagon head bolt (anodized aluminum), brass terminals |
| Detection | Encapsulated magnet for magnetic locator detection |
| Dimensions | 14.5" length, tubular construction |
| APWA Colors | Blue, Green, Black, Orange, Purple, Red, Yellow |
| Part Numbers | LD14*TP, LD14*2T-SW, LD14*5T (* = color) |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Compliance | BABA, APWA Standards |
Additional Information
Additional Information
What's in the Box
What's in the Box
- SnakePit® Lite Duty Base
- Lid (Single-terminal, Two-terminal Switchable, or Five-terminal as specified)
- Anti-corrosion gel
- Pentagon head bolt with proper wrench
- Installation instructions
