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Both ABS and PVC are used in pipes because they are non-toxic and resistant to abrasion. ABS pipes are easier to install compared to PVC pipes, but also more likely to deform when exposed to the sun. ABS stands for acrylonitrile butadiene styrene and PVC stands for polyvinyl chloride.
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When was abs allowed for plumbing use?
When hot guys come around!(:
Do they make a glue for black plastic pipe and grey bard fitting?
Black plastic pipe is ABS -Use yellow ABS cement. -I don't understand "grey bard fitting" -Take this to your plumbing store and they will advise.Black plastic pipe is ABS -Use yellow ABS cement. -I don't understand "grey bard fitting" -Take this to your plumbing store and they will advise.
What removes abs glue from hands?
nail polish removerANS 2 - the only effectiveremover of ABS glue is Whitlam's GLUE WASH Lanolized Hand Cleaner, available at all good plumbing stores.
What is the of a vent pipe in a plumbing systeam is to?
I don't quite get what you mean. -A vent pipe in a plumbing system is usually 1 1/2 inch ABS pipe and may extend through the roof, or may end in a AAV under a countertop.
Can ABS pipe be used in Oakland California for drainage on the exterior of a building?
In 20 years as a carpenter in the Bay Area, I have never used ABS for drainage. ABS is commonly used for plumbing waste lines and vent lines. For exterior drainage you will find SDR35 or PVC to be the most common pipe used.
How do you remove glue stains dropped on a fiberglass tub when installing plumbing?
It would help immensely if you said WHICH glue made the stains. As this was during plumbing, it may have been yellow ABS Glue, in which case your best remover is Whitlam's Glue Wash. -Rub the stains with a rag dipped in this and they should soften and come off -IF it's ABS glue.Next time please -Name your Glue -
What kind of plumbing is needed for a shower?
One can use many different varieties of pipes when installing the plumbing for a shower. PVC, CPVC, and ABS are all adequate for the job. The crucial piece for such a job, however, is a T-pipe, which needs to be connected directly to the drain.
Does glue freeze faster than water?
Yes it does and many glues, such as ABS yellow and PVC plumbing glues are useless after they have been frozen, even when thawed carefully.
Is glue still ok if it freezes?
It depends on which glue. Most plumbing glues will not work after freezing. ABS yellow and Weld On 711 are useless after freezing, even when thawed out.
What can be used to get ABS glue off carpet?
A girlfriend and/or wifeANS 2 - Whitlam's Glue Wash Hand Cleaner may work on that if it isn't too old. It works on clothing where ABS glue is 2-3 days old. -Available in many plumbing suppliers.
How do you Connect a 3 inch ABS pipe to cast iron pipe?
Buy a 3" MECHANICAL COUPLING at any hardware or plumbing store. Made of rubber and has hose clamps.
Connecting PVC pipe to abs pipe what kind of connection?
No, they cannot be connected. There is no glue on the market at the present time that can glue PVC & ABS together. It's difficult, as after one tries to glue it it gives the impression of being solid, but under pressure it will fail. Also, keep in mind that some plumbing codes do not allow ABS pipe to be used.
