Tell me about PVC cement glue?

Answer 1

My Caretaker here in the Philippines applies it with his
fingers----then he cleans his hands with paint thinner !

I don't recommend this ---I would use a brush--if I had to do
it myself---any how it is not difficult to use. Make sure
the PVC pipe is clean at the edges to be joined---if
you have trouble joining the two ends----I have seen the
workers here using a wadded newspaper torch
(set on fire with a match and applied to one end to
expand it to make a better fit )

The cement itself when applied goes through some
chemical reaction within a few seconds to make
the bond----so after application to the PVC ---you
must act quickly before it sets up.

We use a lot of 4" PVC pipe here in the Philippines
for runs from the bathroom to Septic Tanks and
the Cement Glue has up held well in the home I built
over 2 years ago.

I hope this helps !

Answer 2

The cement should be applied on both the pipe and the inside of the fitting. Primer should be used to get the best results. Once both surfaces have glue applied, slip together and twist 1/4 turn while pushing inwards. Hold for 5 seconds and your done. CPVC needs a different type glue that is made especially for it. CPVC is used for hot water lines while PVC is for cold water and drainage lines. Getting it off your hands is a chore. Use the brush that is usually contained in the can lid.

Answer 3

Here is a link to the MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
for Cold FUSION CPVC PVC Cement which is similar to pvc cement.

http://www.western-belting.com/_images/resources/MSDS/Shaw%20Almex%20-%20Fusion/Cold%20Fusion%20CPVC%20PVC%20Cement.doc

You require Microsoft Word or a program that opens Microsoft Word documents.

This is a direct quote form the above link

"Irritation of eyes, nose and throat, dizziness, impairment of co-ordination. Avoid direct contact as it may cause skin dermatitis in sensitive persons."

Answer 4

thick, thin, medium.
cleaner comes in purple and clear
basicly softens the pvc then it welds together. should always use cleaner.. careful on the purple.. it stains.
there is also cleaner and glue for cpvc which is potable safe.. used for drinking water lines or other supply lines. most common is orange. remember the cpvc stuff for drinking/use