Two-piece Toilet Flange, Repair Ring

Product Overview

The Walrich 1354500 “Clam Flange” is a two-piece stainless steel toilet flange reinforcement system designed for use with existing PVC toilet collars. Engineered for professional plumbing repairs and retrofits, the Clam Flange features a precision-formed, extra-thick 409 stainless steel construction that provides superior rigidity and corrosion resistance. Its unique two-piece design allows the unit to snap both around and beneath an existing damaged or weakened PVC flange, restoring full structural integrity and mounting strength without the need for complete flange replacement.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Walrich Corporation
• Model Number: 1354500
• Product Name: The Clam Flange
• Reference Number: 1975500
• Description: Two-Piece Stainless Steel Toilet Flange Reinforcement System
• Design Type: Split two-piece clamshell configuration for retrofit applications
• Material: 409 stainless steel (extra-thick, rust-resistant construction)
• Finish: Mill finish stainless, corrosion-resistant
• Connection Type: Retrofit mount for existing PVC toilet flange collars
• Attachment Method: Snaps around and under existing flange collar for permanent reinforcement
• Load Capacity: Structural reinforcement capable of supporting standard toilet anchor loads under compressive stress
• Overall Dimensions: Standard fit for 4-inch PVC flange collars
• Application:
  • Reinforcement or repair of cracked or weakened PVC closet flanges
  • Residential, commercial, and institutional toilet installations
  • Slab-on-grade, subfloor, and tile-mounted plumbing systems
• Performance Characteristics:
  • Two-piece clamshell design enables installation without removing the toilet flange
  • Provides both top and bottom mechanical reinforcement for existing flange
  • Prevents flange failure during wax ring compression or toilet mounting
  • Stainless steel resists deformation, corrosion, and long-term moisture exposure
• Installation Requirements:
  • Place each half of the flange beneath and around the existing PVC collar
  • Snap components together until secure; verify full seating under the flange rim
  • Re-anchor toilet bolts as needed to ensure structural integrity
• Operating Environment: Indoor plumbing applications with continuous moisture exposure
• Maintenance: None required post-installation
• Compliance and Standards:
  • Manufactured in compliance with ASTM A240 (stainless steel material standard)
  • Meets applicable UPC and IPC requirements for toilet flange assemblies
  • Produced under ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification
• Country of Manufacture: United States

Summary

The Walrich 1354500 Clam Flange is a two-piece stainless steel repair flange designed to restore structural strength to existing PVC toilet collars. Built from rust-resistant 409 stainless steel, it snaps securely around and beneath the existing flange, providing permanent reinforcement without demolition or replacement—an ideal retrofit solution for professional-grade plumbing installations.