Drain-pipe interface device

An apparatus for servicing a drain-pipe, the apparatus comprising:

• a T-shaped connector, comprising:
• a first outlet configured to be attached to a first section of the drain-pipe;
• a second outlet configured to be attached to a second section of the drain-pipe;
• and
• an opening associated with the drain-pipe, the opening defining a threaded-region;
• and
• a drain-pipe interface device configured to removably couple with the T-shaped connector, the drain-pipe interface device comprising:
• a hollow profile comprising:
• a proximal end defining:
• a first internal diameter;
• wherein the drain-pipe interface device is configured to be inserted into the opening of the T-shaped connector, via the proximal end;
• a distal end defining:
• a second internal diameter,
• wherein a cross-section of the hollow profile between the proximal end and the distal end is configured in a taper profile with the second internal diameter greater than the first internal diameter;
• an inner surface;
• a plurality of protrusions located on the inner surface and configured to restrict egressing of water flowing through the drain-pipe;
• an outer surface;
• a threaded portion located on the outer surface and between the proximal end and the distal end of the hollow profile, wherein the threaded portion extends between:
• a first end thereof towards the proximal end of the hollow profile;
• and
• a second end thereof towards the distal end of the hollow profile;
• wherein the threaded portion is configured to engage with the threaded-region defined on the opening, to couple the drain-pipe interface device with the T-shaped connector;
• and
• a handle defined at the distal end of the hollow profile;
• wherein the drain-pipe interface device is configured to be coupled with the T-shaped connector via the threaded portion, upon rotation of the hollow profile by manipulating the handle.

A method of servicing a drain-pipe, the method comprising:

• removing a lid provided on an opening associated with the drain-pipe;
• aligning a drain-pipe interface device with the opening, wherein the drain-pipe interface device comprises:
• a hollow profile comprising:
• a proximal end defining;
• a first internal diameter;
• a distal end defining;
• a second internal diameter,
• wherein a cross-section of the hollow profile between the proximal end and the distal end is configured in a taper profile with the second internal diameter greater than the first internal diameter;
• an inner surface;
• a plurality of protrusions located on the inner surface and configured to restrict egressing of water flowing through the drain-pipe;
• an outer surface;
• a threaded portion located on the outer surface and between the proximal end and the distal end of the hollow profile, wherein the threaded portion extends between:
• a first end thereof towards the proximal end of the hollow profile;
• and
• a second end thereof towards the distal end of the hollow profile;
• wherein the threaded portion is configured to engage with a threaded-region defined on the opening, to couple the drain-pipe interface device with the opening;
• and
• at least one sealing member defined on the outer surface of the hollow profile,
• wherein the at least one sealing member is configured in a sealing tapered profile,
• wherein the at least one sealing member is configured to abut against a respective wall defined on the opening, to create a leak-proof coupling of the drain-pipe interface device with the opening;
• and
• a handle attached to the hollow profile at the distal end of the hollow profile:
• upon aligning, rotating the drain-pipe interface device relative to the opening to couple the drain-pipe interface device with the opening via the threaded portion, by manipulating the handle.