Flex pvc

[Ab129]

Ordered some flex pvc. Have never used this stuff and have a couple questions.
The sections all have a curve in them from the way they were packed and shipped. Do I need to straighten it somehow before I use it?
The curve makes it a pain in the *** to get a square cut for one thing.
Also, do I need to have a perfectly square cut or is it ok to be off on that since I am using all slip plumbing.
Thanks!

 

[Ryan Peters]

The cuts don't have to be perfect, as long as they slip in far enough to glue them properly. You can use a hair dryer to straighten the pipe out. A mitre saw will cut it nice and straight.

 

[Ab129]

Thanks l will try the hair dryer.
How far in should they slip in to insure a good seal?

 

[CL8869]

I slip them in the same amount as normal PVC. So about 1/2" or so, maybe 3/8"

Basically until they bottom out.

 

[rjjr1963]

I have found it impossible to cut the ends straight unless you use a pipe cutter or mitre saw. Drives me nuts. lol

 

[Ab129]

But you don't have leaks because the cuts are not square right?

 

[mcgyvr]

But you don't have leaks because the cuts are not square right?

No.. Do your best to cut it straight but don't worry if its not perfect..

 

[Ab129]

Thanks!

 

[rjjr1963]

I use one of those handheld PVC cutters. They are fast and do a pretty good job.

 

[Joe0813]

why do you use that instead of normal pvc or just flexible hose?

 

[Ab129]

why do you use that instead of normal pvc or just flexible hose?

I'm doing everything just based on research because I don't have any experience. I've read that the flex pvc is better at dampening vibration noise than rigid pvc and is more durable than flexible hose. Also read that it won't kink.
Seemed like a reasonable alternative

 

[Joe0813]

hmm thanks.. ill look into the flex pvc when I move the tank... its hard plumbed now

 

[Ab129]

I ordered it from a place in Nevada. (Think it was called "flex PVC", imagine that!)
Shipping was pretty expensive but I couldn't find it locally.
I am lazy though, only checked Home Depot and lowes and one local plumbing supply.

 

[sick1166]

any marine as in boat supplies has it or local home depot in south Florida carries it
not perfect cuts are ok as they slip in pvc and the the clue melts together and no leaks.
I use primmer on the new pvc fittings and then glue the flex pipe all good