This Wesco 272179 polyethylene drum faucet can be used for dispensing viscous non-corrosive liquids from industrial drums. It has 2" male National Pipe Taper (NPT) threads for attachment to a drum. The faucet comes with a thin, medium, and thick EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) sealing gasket to ensure a proper insulation. It has a level gauge port for attaching a drum level gauge (sold separately), a pail hook for hands-free dispensing of contents, and a locking handle for safety. This polyethylene drum faucet is suitable for use in a variety of industrial and commercial settings.

Wesco manufactures material handling equipment under the Wesco and Lexco brands. The company, founded in 1948, is headquartered in North Wales, PA.