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Yes, for proper bonding of PVC pipe and fittings. Primer also code requirement.
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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.
What is the best glue to use when gluing PVC pipe?
The best is Weld On 711 when used with purple primer.
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.
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.
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.
Can acetone be use as substitute for PVC primer?
No, it will not work for that.
What sort of saw do you use to cut PVC pipe?
A pipe cutter is the best tool to cut PVC pipe.
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.
How do you repair a small puncture hole from a nail in PVC pressure water pipe embedded in cement flooring?
If the hole is clear of the concrete get a little bit of pipe 25mm or an inch and cut it along the length so that you have a ring that opens up. Get some PVC primer and PVC solvent cement . use the primer to clean the outside of the pipe with the hole in it and the inside of the patch. put solvent cement on the pipe around where the patch is going. stretch the ring so it opens up and covers the hole and hold it in place. you can do this with a suitable hose clamp. wait a couple of hours before use. if you can reach the inside of the pipe you can use a similar procedure,
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.
Where do you buy PVC or cPVC?
You can purchase PVC and CPVC piping at any local hardware or building supply store. Plumbing supply stores are less common, but you may have one near you. Be certain that you purchase the correct primer and glue for the type of pipe you intend to use, and use the correct pipe for the correct purpose.
