NDS Micro Channel Drains

NDS micro channel drains are compact, linear surface drainage built for patios, pool decks, walkways, and driveways where grade is tight and light flows need control. Each micro channel section links end-to-end to form a slim channel drain that moves water away before it can stain, heave pavers, or undermine soil. An NDS micro channel layout fits where wider systems will not, yet still ties into drain pipes or basins for safe discharge.

Why use them?

A micro channel captures sheet runoff at the surface, reducing slip hazards and ponding around entries, garages, and pools. Compared with a standard trench drain, an NDS micro channel keeps the installation shallow and the look clean. Choose grates that meet ADA guidance for pedestrian areas and select lengths that match the slab or paver pattern for a tidy finish.

Why Maxx Drains?

Maxx Drains stocks multiple sizes, fittings, and grate options, ships fast in the U.S., and supports DIY and pro installs alike. Our team helps you choose the right NDS micro channel layout, confirm outlet options, and coordinate with other channel drain components. Shop NDS Micro Channel Drains at Maxx Drains.

Micro Channel Drain Features & Benefits

• Compact profile: A micro channel sits low, so cuts are small, and concrete or pavers stay intact.
• DIY-friendly: Sections are lightweight; an NDS micro channel snaps together without special tools, creating a continuous micro channel run.
• Flexible design: Interlocking pieces form straights, tees, and a channel drain 90 elbow turn; the modular micro channel adapts as your layout changes.
• Grate choices: UV-resistant options include an integrated grate look or decorative patterns; ADA-compliant selections support safe foot traffic.
• Durability: Corrosion- and chemical-resistant materials keep the micro channel working near pools and de-icing salts.
• System compatibility: Each micro channel drain connects to outlets, adapters, and basins as part of a broader micro channel drain system or larger channel drain network.
• Brand range: Pair an NDS micro channel with other NDS channel products or step up to Spee-D if flow demands increase.

Applications & Use Cases

• Patios and pool decks: A perimeter micro channel intercepts splash and rain, keeping joints cleaner than a wide trench drain.
• Walkways and entries: Place a micro channel drain in front of thresholds to move runoff to side yards.
• Driveways and garages: A driveway channel drain catches slope-reversals at the garage slab; an NDS micro channel stays low so vehicles cross smoothly.
• Landscaping and hardscapes: Designers favor the slim micro channel line to protect plantings while maintaining curb appeal. Contractors, landscapers, and homeowners pick NDS micro channel kits for quick installs and reliable results.
• Small projects: For tight spaces, a mini channel drain or NDS mini channel drain offers similar form with compact accessories.

Micro Channel Drain Installation Tips

• Plan the run. Map where water enters and exits. Dry-fit the NDS micro channel pieces and any channel drain tees or outlets.
• Excavate shallowly. Dig a narrow trench, keeping a slight fall toward the outlet so the micro channel carries water efficiently.
• Set and connect. Snap sections; add a bottom or end outlet to tie into channel drain adapters and existing drain pipes.
• Secure and finish. Backfill and surround with concrete or set within pavers; keep the micro channel grate flush with the surface.
• Maintain. Lift the grate, clear debris, and rinse the micro channel; verify the downstream channel drain path is open.