Is This PVC Safe?

[Sundog101]

I am working on a diy pvc skimmer and cut the wrong hole in the pipe. I watched a video where you can save the fittings and remove the pipe by setting it on fire using pvc glue. It actually worked. I burned it outside to avoid fumes. Now the inside of the fitting is a little black but not burnt. Would it still be safe to use? Does pvc release anything nasty after it cools down? Thanks for the help!

 

[Horace]

Is it really worth it to save a fitting?

Hiw much are u saving?

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[Sundog101]

I think they were like 15-20 dollars. So not too much but I thought if I only needed a new pipe I could reuse the fittings. Here a photo

 

[Bent]

I've done this before to save some unions and a gate. Had no problems.

 

[soulpatch]

Saved a gate before and plan on trying to save a few when I swap out my sump this month as well. Never had an issue.

With gates and ball valves you could save a hundred or more. I know saving my 3 cepex vales is 70 alone and another 40 for the 2 gate valves.

 

[fishgate]

Is the inside smooth again so you won't have any chance of a leak when you re-glue it? If so, it should be fine. My biggest concern would be making the PVC brittle but if it wasn't burned probably it is ok.