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Dry Soil Probe Attachment

Sale price $40.00

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Style

Available Quantity: 8

Bottle Version: 3/8" Round Only

This attachment is perfect to use anywhere, thanks to its easy-to-use integrated water
bottle system. For longer jobs, simply swap out the empty bottles with full ones to keep
working without interruptions. This product attaches to your probe using a coupler
(7/64” Allen Wrench NOT Included).

To operate, push the lever to release water down the probe shaft, lubricating it.
This makes it much easier to penetrate tough, dry soils, boosting your efficiency and
reducing the effort that is needed.  Also works with 1 liter Smart Water Bottles.

Bottle Features:

  • 32 oz Bottle size
  • Simple lever option
  • Additional storage bottles available
  • Also works with 1 liter Smart Water Bottles

Backpack Version: 3/8" Round Only

Enhance your soil probe with this water lubricating attachment. It has been designed to supply water directly to the probe while staying lightweight and easy to carry. The backpack version connects to your probe by using a coupler (7/64” allen wrench not included). It provides a water capacity of 2.5 liters.

Simply turn the ball valve to adjust the ow rate of the water, providing the right amount of water to help penetrate tough, dry soil with ease. This is ideal for longer jobs or remote locations.

Backpack Feature:

  • Comfortable backpack style
  • Large 2.5 liter water reservoir
  • Long connection hose for mobility
  • Adjustable Flow

IMPORTANT NOTICE!

This product will negate any electric protections that your probe might inherently have. Know what is in the ground when probing while using this product and use at your own risk.

How It Works

The Chisel Popper is designed to be the first step in removing a stubborn cover.

  1. Insert the chisel end between the cover and frame.
  2. Pry to break the seal and create an opening.
  3. Insert a manhole hook or lifting hook.
  4. Safely lift and remove the cover.

Ideal Applications

  • Manhole covers
  • Handhole lids
  • Septic tank lids
  • Utility vault covers
  • Storm drain covers
  • Other heavy access covers that are stuck, seized, rusted, or frozen in place

Features

  • Heavy-duty 5/8" hex alloy steel construction
  • Precision heat treated for long-lasting durability
  • Special chisel end designed to break stubborn covers loose
  • Bright blue powder-coated finish for high visibility
  • Proudly Made in the USA

Specifications

Overall Length: 36"

Material: 5/8" Hex Alloy Steel

Heat Treated: Yes

Finish: Bright Blue Powder Coat

Made in: USA

Frequently Asked Questions
A Chisel Popper is used to break loose stuck or seized manhole covers, handhole lids, septic tank lids, and other heavy access covers by creating an initial gap between the cover and frame.
The Chisel Popper is designed to loosen stuck covers by breaking the seal between the cover and frame. In most applications, a manhole hook or lifting hook is then used to safely lift and remove the cover.
Start by inserting the chisel end of the Chisel Popper between the cover and frame. Apply controlled leverage to break the seal created by rust, corrosion, debris, or compression. Once a gap has been created, use a manhole hook or lifting hook to safely remove the cover.
The Chisel Popper is specifically designed for loosening heavy access covers. Its heat-treated chisel tip is engineered to wedge into tight gaps and provide the leverage needed to break loose seized manhole covers, handhole lids, septic tank lids, and utility vault covers more effectively than a typical pry bar. At 36 inches long, the Chisel Popper provides significantly more leverage than a standard pry bar, making it easier to break stubborn covers loose with less effort. The longer handle also allows you to work from a more upright position, helping reduce bending, back strain, and fatigue during repetitive use.
Manhole covers commonly become difficult to remove due to rust, corrosion, dirt buildup, debris, or years of compression between the cover and frame.
The Chisel Popper is ideal for loosening manhole covers, handhole lids, septic tank lids, utility vault covers, storm drain covers, and other heavy access covers.
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