Klein 6-ft. Steel Toilet Auger (53018)
Klein 6-ft. Steel Toilet Auger (53018)
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Product Details
Product Details
Key Features
Overview
The Klein Tools 6-Foot Steel Toilet Auger (53018) is an extendable closet auger for clearing toilet clogs. This is a toilet auger designed for professional plumbers and maintenance crews who need reach beyond the trap, with a 3 ft to 6 ft (0.9 to 1.8 m) extendable design and a low-profile 1/2" (12.7 mm) steel coil.
The extendable design is what separates it from a standard 3 ft closet auger. Most clogs live in the trap, but when the obstruction is past the closet flange, the 53018 extends to 6 ft so you are not pulling the toilet just to get further down the line.
Hybrid operation gives you two ways to drive the coil. Manual cranking gives precise feel for working through the trap. A quick-release handle lets you switch to a drill chuck for added power on tough clogs, and the handle stores on the tool when it is not in use.
The details are aimed at clean, damage-free work. A protective boot guards the porcelain from marring and scratching. A dual-lock coil storage system clips the coil securely after use to prevent debris from spreading. A comfortable grip provides a secure hold during heavy-duty clearing.
Construction is steel coil with polypropylene components, rated for commercial and residential use. Klein lists overall dimensions of about 48-7/8" x 10-11/16" x 3-13/16" (124.2 x 27.2 x 9.7 cm) and a weight of 5 lb (2.3 kg).
Who should buy it: service plumbers, apartment and hotel maintenance techs, and facility crews who clear toilets regularly and want extra reach without moving to a full drain machine.
Reach Past the Trap
Extend from 3 to 6 ft for the clog that a standard closet auger cannot reach.
- Extendable 3 ft to 6 ft (0.9 to 1.8 m)
- 1/2" (12.7 mm) low-profile steel coil
- Manual cable feed
Switch to Drill Power
The quick-release handle comes off for drill use and stores on the tool.
- Hybrid manual and drill operation
- Quick-release handle
- Built-in handle storage
Protect the Porcelain
The protective boot keeps the auger from marring or scratching the bowl during use.
- Protective boot
- Comfortable grip
- Commercial/residential grade
Clip It and Go
Dual-lock coil storage secures the dirty coil for cleaner handling and transport.
- Dual-lock coil storage
- Steel and polypropylene construction
- Weight 5 lb (2.3 kg)
Key Specifications
| Type | Toilet auger |
|---|---|
| Cable Length | Extendable, 3 to 6 ft (0.9 to 1.8 m) |
| Cable Diameter | 1/2" (12.7 mm) |
| Cable Material | Steel |
| Minimum Pipe Size | 1-1/8" |
| Power Source | Manual handle or drill |
| Handle | Quick-release with built-in storage |
| Bowl Protection | Protective boot |
| Material | Steel, polypropylene |
| Grade | Commercial/residential |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 48-7/8" x 10-11/16" x 3-13/16" (124.2 x 27.2 x 9.7 cm) |
| Weight | 5 lb (2.3 kg) |
Compatibility
Built For
Tool Nut's Take
Twice the Reach of a Standard Closet Auger
The Klein Tools 6-Foot Steel Toilet Auger (53018) extends to 6 ft and takes a drill when the clog fights back.
- Who it's for: Service plumbers and maintenance techs clearing toilets weekly.
- Why it stands out: 3 to 6 ft extension, quick-release handle for drill use, and a boot that protects the bowl.
- Worth knowing: If the clog is in the trap, the 3 ft Klein 53017 is the lighter-duty option.
Common Questions
- How far does the Klein 53018 reach? It extends from 3 ft to 6 ft (0.9 to 1.8 m).
- Can I run it with a drill? Yes. Remove the quick-release handle and chuck it in a drill.
- Will it scratch the toilet? A protective boot guards the bowl from marring and scratching.
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