Milwaukee 49-16-2573 — TRAPSNAKE™ 25' Powered Drain Auger
The Milwaukee 49-16-2573 is a powered drain cleaning auger system, part of Milwaukee’s M12 TRAPSNAKE™ lineup, designed to clear sink, tub, and shower clogs in small drain lines.
What it is
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Type: Powered drain auger (not a drill or cutting blade)
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System: Milwaukee M12 TRAPSNAKE™
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Cable length: 25 ft
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Cable diameter: 1/4 in
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Drain capacity: 1/2"–2" pipes
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Use with: M12 TRAPSNAKE driver (sold separately)
Key Features
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CABLE DRIVE™ system → automatic feed and retract for controlled clog removal
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Cable Lock control → helps the user maintain torque and control during operation
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Fully enclosed drum → reduces mess and improves safety
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Inline compact design → easier maneuvering in tight sink and trap spaces
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Interchangeable system → works with multiple TRAPSNAKE attachments (toilet, urinal, sink)
What it’s used for
- Clearing sink clogs (hair, soap, grease)
- Bathtub and shower drain blockages
- Small household plumbing lines
- Light commercial drain service work
- Tight traps where full-size snakes won’t fit
Important clarification
This is not a drill bit or cutting accessory like the rest of your list.
Instead, it belongs to Milwaukee’s:
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Plumbing service tools (drain cleaning system)
not drilling or Sawzall blade systems.
