Description
Overview:
Steel Manhole Lifting Keys are robust hand tools for lifting and removing manhole and inspection chamber covers during utility, drainage, and maintenance work. Each key is made from a 15 mm diameter solid steel bar with a welded key end for extra rigidity and long service life. At 300 mm long, they offer reliable leverage while staying compact enough for easy handling and storage. A zinc-plated finish provides corrosion protection, proven to 90 hours of salt spray testing, making them suitable for outdoor and site use. Designed to engage common keyways and lifting slots on covers, they help maintain safe, controlled lifting. Suitable for tradespeople, civil engineering teams, and maintenance crews. Manufacturer Part Number: 200 176.
Key Features:
- 15 mm diameter solid steel bar for strength and durability
- Welded key end to reduce flex and improve lifting stability
- 300 mm overall length for balanced leverage and control
- Zinc-plated finish for corrosion resistance (90-hour salt spray)
- Tough, low-maintenance construction for frequent site use
- Straightforward to engage with typical cover slots and keyways
- Compact form for easy transport in tool bags or service vehicles
- Suitable for drainage, utilities, groundworks, and facilities maintenance
- Smooth, cleanable finish to help reduce debris build-up
- Reliable, cost-effective solution for routine access tasks
Typical Applications:
Used to lift and remove manhole covers, inspection chamber lids, service covers, and gully grates during drainage inspection, utility repairs (water, gas, electric, telecoms), roadworks, paving, and landscaping. Ideal for routine maintenance, fault finding, and installation tasks where secure and controlled cover handling is required.
Also known as:
Manhole keys, drain cover keys, inspection cover keys, sewer cover lifter, gully grate lifting keys, inspection chamber lifting hooks, utility cover keys, cover lifting tools.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 200 176 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Key Features | - 15 mm diameter solid steel bar for strength - Welded key end for improved lifting stability - 300 mm length for balanced leverage - Zinc-plated finish resists corrosion - Engages common keyways and lifting slots |
