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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 PVC cement be used on cPVC piping?
No PVC cement can not be used on cpvc pipe. Cpvc and PVC pipe have different chemical compositions so a cement made for one will not work for the other. The process of joining plastic piping together is called solvent welding and the use of the wrong formulation will result in an inferior weld
Can liquid weld be used on PVC pipe?
No, it won't stick to most PVC. Oatey's Transition Cement and most epoxies will work IF the PVC is dry.
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.
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 is the coldest temperature before a PVC pipe cracks?
At -12C , the PVC cracks.
How long does PVC glue take to dry?
A PVC pipe glue will take at least 4 hours to dry. 12 hours before putting water pressure in it.
Do you need special PVC cement for hot water lines?
There is no special PVC pipe. CPVC can be used for hot water applications or in my opinion just use PEX pipe.
Can HDPE pipe be attached to PVC pipe with a glue or cement?
No, there is no suitable adhesive. These must both have threaded endings and be mechanically attached or use something like a 'Sharkbite'
How do you glue pvc pipe together?
You can not glue brass directly to PVC pipe. Use male/female adapters to join these two materials. ie, a male threaded PVC end fitting glued to the PVC pipe and a female threaded brass fitting screwed onto that.
Repair crack in PVC pipe?
You have to determine how long the crack is and then cut out the bad section allowing for that which you can not see (hairline cracks). You will probably need the correct size pipe and connectors (couplings S x S) and PVC cement and PVC primer, a fine saw for cutting the pipe. Dry fit everything making sure the new section of pipe is of the correct length. There is a small situation in which you need the flexibility in the old plumbing to be able to attach the new section. You just have to think it thru. Ken
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.
