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Is it necessary to use primer with PVC pipe?
Yes, for proper bonding of PVC pipe and fittings. Primer also code requirement.
Can you use waste pipe glue on high pressure lines?
if your waste pipe is PVC and your glue is for PVC . yes! but make sure to use a primer(cleaner) on the pipe first.
If you used a cpcv cement to glue pipe without primer will the pipe leak or become apart?
Probably not. If you don't use primer, you can scuff the PVC with sandpaper. The primer gets rid of the surface sheen on the PVC and softens the surface just a little bit. A light sanding will do about as much.
How do you remove PVC plumbing primer?
you cant remove primer. if its an eye sore for you . You can try to hide the purple primer by either panting the pipe or you could use clear primer next time. primer was made to clean the fittings and weaken the pipe so the glue would react to the PVC pipe. making one piece. thay make purple prime so city inspectors could visualy see that the plumber properly prepared the pipe.
What is the best glue to use when gluing PVC pipe?
The best is Weld On 711 when used with purple primer.
Will the PVC pipe primer used in plumbing work as a primer for painting vinyl window frames?
Sounds like it's worth trying, -good idea .
Is there an adhesive that will stop a leak in an underground PVC swim pool pipe?
You can dig to the pipe, clean it and roughen it, then use purple primer and Weld On 711 to repair it. . I would wait 12 hours for this to cure then do another coat of 711. - I have done this on PVC pipe that was carrying mains water at 85 psi.
What must be used to join fitting and PVC togetter?
PVC Primer and PVC glue
What methods are used to prepare pipe ends and fittings when using adhesive?
Most types of pipes are simply wiped clean PVC and a few other specialised pipes require a primer.
Does schedule 80 PVC pipe take a special glue?
No, but you do have to prime it thoroughly. I use purple primer and Weld On 711 and always get good results.
Can PVC glue work on other household items?
PVc glue is a specialised item for gluing PVC pipe, with a primer. It MAY glue other household items, but test first and don't expect too much. It's not made for 'other items'
How do you use PVC Adhesive?
You use PVC adhesive with a primer to join PVC pipes. Prime both pieces first, then after primer is dry paint a coating of glue on both pieces and force together, hold for at least 3-4 minutes for best joint. This will not cure for at least 4 hours so don't put any liquid in pipe for that period.
