Flexible PVC glue???

[shag26272]

I just ordered 200 bucks worth of plumbing along with 20 feet of flexible PVC for my 110 that Im setting up . Anyone have any tips on gluing this stuff? Is the primer needed? Whats the best way to cut it also? thanks

 

[jmccalip]

Pvc cutters work best. Leave the primer on until you can scratch the pvc with your fingernail(about 20sec). Push in 1/4-1/2 turn.

 

[a4twenty]

the cutter do work the best, but i use a hacksaw then a utility knife to clean the end. yes the primer is needed but you don't have to wait for it to dry. make sure the entire surface being glues is covered in glue (both sides). with the flex you shouldn't turn in after joining, just hold it together.

 

[radone]

I recommend the flexible glue, not the regular stuff you can find most everywhere. I used primer on some but had better luck just using the cleaner on it.
The cutters are pretty nice and can be bought fairly cheap considering the money in all the fittings and such. JMHO

 

[shag26272]

where exactly do I get the glue? what do I need?

 

[radone]

Don't rellay know where you can get the glue local. Mine is a Weld-on product, my can says PVC 795 and has real light blue label.

Try thishttp://www.savko.com/partlist.asp?pgid=8

Might just have check with pool or spa supply places as they use the flexible pvc for hook up.

Good Luck

 

[black9ice]

Regular glue works fine, you just have to hold flex together longer than regular PVC rigid pipe. Prevent it backing out this way. Hold it together as long as 1-2 minutes and make sure you have the flex as deep as it will go or you will not get a good bond.

 

[BruiseAndy]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=6715932#post6715932 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by a4twenty
the cutter do work the best, but i use a hacksaw then a utility knife to clean the end. yes the primer is needed but you don't have to wait for it to dry. make sure the entire surface being glues is covered in glue (both sides). with the flex you shouldn't turn in after joining, just hold it together.

We had a discussion about the twist thing at school, Oatey says to do it many others dont. The problem I find is if you have a small burr on your pipe or fitting, it will wipe off the glue as you insert it. That is why I believe is common practice to twist 1/4 turn while fitting together.

 

[BruiseAndy]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=6716059#post6716059 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by shag26272
where exactly do I get the glue? what do I need?

Oatey heavy duty pvc glue works well on spaflex. White and green label.