Klein 25-ft. Auto-Feed Drum Auger (53016)
Klein 25-ft. Auto-Feed Drum Auger (53016)
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Product Details
Product Details
Key Features
Overview
The Klein Tools 25-Foot Auto-Feed Drum Auger (53016) is a compact drain snake for small-diameter fixture drains. This is a drum auger designed for clearing clogs in shower drains, tubs and sink drains, with 25 ft (7.6 m) of 1/4" (6.35 mm) steel cable housed in a heavy-duty nylon drum.
Auto feed is the headline. A tri-roller system pays the cable out and retracts it smoothly, so you are not grabbing a wet, dirty coil by hand to push it down the drain. A twist collar switches between payout and retract modes, and a fixed mode locks the coil in place when you want the cable to stay put while you work a clog.
Hybrid operation means you choose the power source. For precise work, the folding handle locks securely and you crank by hand. When a clog needs more, fold the handle into the drum for clearance and chuck the auger in a drill.
The cable is low-profile 1/4" steel coil, sized to get through the tight traps and crossbars in tub, shower and lavatory drains. The drum construction is built for demanding job environments. The unit is about 12-5/16" (31.3 cm) long and 6-13/16" (17.3 cm) across, and weighs 5.3 lb (2.4 kg).
Who should buy it: service plumbers, maintenance techs in apartments, hotels and facilities, and homeowners who would rather snake a slow tub drain than pour chemicals down it. Klein rates it for both commercial and residential use.
Keep Your Hands Off the Coil
Tri-roller payout and retraction move the cable for you, which is both cleaner and faster.
- Tri-roller auto feed
- Smooth payout and retraction
- 25 ft (7.6 m) steel cable
Crank It or Drill It
Manual cranking gives feel on light clogs; a drill gives the power for stubborn ones.
- Manual handle operation
- Drill chuck compatible
- Handle folds into drum for drill clearance
Payout, Retract or Lock
The twist collar sets the cable direction, and fixed mode locks the coil so it stays where you put it.
- Twist collar mode control
- Fixed mode locks coil in place
- Dual-locking folding handle
Sized for Fixture Drains
A 1/4" coil navigates the tight bends of shower, tub and sink drains.
- 1/4" (6.35 mm) low-profile steel coil
- Nylon drum
- Commercial and residential grade
Key Specifications
| Type | Auto-feed drum auger |
|---|---|
| Cable Length | 25 ft (7.6 m) |
| Cable Diameter | 1/4" (6.35 mm) |
| Cable Material | Steel |
| Feed | Tri-roller auto feed |
| Power Source | Manual handle or drill |
| Drum Material | Nylon |
| Grade | Commercial/residential |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 12-5/16" x 6-13/16" x 6-13/16" (31.3 x 17.3 x 17.3 cm) |
| Weight | 5.3 lb (2.4 kg) |
Compatibility
Built For
Pro Tip
Feed in payout mode until you feel the clog, then switch to fixed mode and let the drill or handle spin the head into it. Retract slowly so the rollers wipe the cable on the way back in.
Tool Nut's Take
A Drain Snake That Feeds Itself
The Klein Tools 25-Foot Auto-Feed Drum Auger (53016) clears tub, shower and sink drains without you touching the cable.
- Who it's for: Service plumbers and maintenance techs who clear fixture drains every week.
- Why it stands out: Tri-roller auto feed, a twist collar with a fixed mode, and the choice of hand or drill power.
- Worth knowing: A 1/4" cable is for fixture drains. Toilets and main lines call for a dedicated toilet auger or larger machine.
Common Questions
- Can I use the Klein 53016 with a drill? Yes. Fold the handle into the drum and chuck the auger in a drill.
- What drains is it for? Klein designed the 1/4" coil for shower drains, tubs and sink drains.
- How long is the cable? 25 ft (7.6 m).
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