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How do you remove plumbers adhesive from PVC pipe?
It can't be done without cutting the pipe
How do you join polyethylene pipe to PVC pipe?
It depends on the size of PVC. For smaller PVC you can buy fittings that glue onto the PVC and allow a thread x barb fitting to be installed. For larger pipe you should get a brass compression fitting that clamps down on the PVC and adapts to a thread x barb fitting.
Do you use PVC pipe cement when connecting a PVC pipe to a galvanized metal pipe?
No, do not use glue. Use teflon tape or pipe dope on the threads. You should also make sure you always put the male PVC thread into the female metal thread. If you do it the other way you will tend to split the PVC fitting when you tighten the threads.
What is the best thread dressing for galvanized to PVC pipe joints?
Pipe dope and/or teflon tape
How to connect a PVC pipe to copper pipe?
C x M adapter C x F adapter PVC x F adapter PVC x M adapter or Thread if your really using "pipe" in lieu of "tubing"
Do you use PVC pipe cement when connecting to a PVC pipe thread?
Use teflon tape with a little pipe dope. If you don't ever have to take apart again then you can use glue which you are calling cement
Can a galvanised pipe be connected to a PVC class pipe?
Yes, this is often done in well systems by using a mechanical fitting on both. ie, a fitting glued to the PVC, that can be threaded onto the galv. pipe.
How do you connect brass pipe to PVC pipe?
If the brass threaded nipple is a male end and the PVC side is a female end, wrapping thread tape around the nipple and then screwing it into the female PVC end will provide a secure and watertight connection.
What is the difference between a 1 PVC pipe and a 1K PVC pipe?
I was in the PVC pipe manufacturing business for over 30 years and have never heard of a "1K PVC" pipe. If "1K" means a 1,000 psi pipe, this does not exist as a commercial product. Sorry.
What is a PVC?
An instrument made of PVC pipe.
What sort of saw do you use to cut PVC pipe?
A pipe cutter is the best tool to cut PVC pipe.
Sch 80 PVC pipe versus sch 40 PVC pipe?
Yes
