Attaching PVC to a maxijet

[mpcart]

I want to use a maxijet with my DIY calcium reactor. Can I glue PVC to it using standard PVC cement?

-Mike

 

[Schplitter]

You have to use the cleaner and then the RED all purpose cement.

let's see some pics

BK

 

[breutus]

they use it on plumbing for drinking water

 

[DOTZ]

You can use silicone to that way it can be removed if you want to later.

 

[Schplitter]

This is exactly what I used to attach a maxi jet 600 to CPVC. Make sure the fit is snug...

BK

 

[JxMetal]

why the red? why can't purple be used?

 

[Schplitter]

Purple is a cleaner. The other stuff is specific: PVC or CPVC only. The pumps are made out of something else and this stuff works for them...

 

[Reeferhead]

schplitter is correct, use the all-purpose stuff

 

[mpcart]

Does the red stuff work on PVC or only on CPVC?

-Mike

 

[StupidsReef]

The Red stuff is "ALL PURPOSE" so it can be used on both.

 

[Schplitter]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=12216691#post12216691 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by StupidsReef
The Red stuff is "ALL PURPOSE" so it can be used on both.

Tell them man, tell them!!!


BTW: If you are trying to connect a MJ then it is easyer to use CPVC. To connect the inlet for the MJ to 1/2 CPVC all you have to do is expand the intake by 1/16 or shave the CPVC down 1/16. To connect the outlet of the MJ to CPVC you simply drill the CPVC out with a 1/2" bit.

If you are unsure of what I just posted shoot me a PM with your # and I'll give you a call.

BK

 

[Grace's Dad]

Mike, I should have a couple cans of the cleaner and cement (all purpose). If Home depot or Lowes are out of your way you can swing by and get it.

 

[mpcart]

Thanks. I may already have some since I have enough PVC and associated doo-dads to open up my own plumbing supply store.

If not, I'll get some at Lowe's when I go there to pick up a shim-cutting tool.

-Mike

 

[kipher]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=12216708#post12216708 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Schplitter
BTW: If you are trying to connect a MJ then it is easyer to use CPVC. To connect the inlet for the MJ to 1/2 CPVC all you have to do is expand the intake by 1/16 or shave the CPVC down 1/16. To connect the outlet of the MJ to CPVC you simply drill the CPVC out with a 1/2" bit.

BK

Thanks for commenting on this. I actually am still working on the Kalk reactor you were giving me some advice on (almost a month ago now.) and connecting the MJ pump has been holding me up.