How are cure times determined?
Cure times vary depending on a wide variety of factors. Please review the documents below and read our blog for more helpful information.
Solvent Cement Cure Charts
Solvent Cement Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
What PVC cements allow for the longest set-up time, for multiple joint assemblies?
The regular body cement has the longest working time once the joint has been assembled on pipe sizes up to 4” diameter. However, the regular body cement has the quickest set up time before the joint is assembled because of the quick evaporation process. Any pipe sizes over 4” should be discussed with the technical department.
What cements allow for the shortest set-up time, for multiple joint assemblies?
The heavy duty cement has the shortest working time once the joint has been assembled on pipe sizes up to 4” diameter. However, the heavy duty cement has the slowest set up time before the joint is assembled because of the slow evaporation process. Any pipe sizes over 4” should be discussed with the technical department.
Does Oatey manufacture cements that can be used on lines which carry high and low pH chemical solutions?
Yes. Oatey Industrial Grade CPVC and PVC low VOC cements can be used in this application. Please contact the technical department for chemical compatibility for the cements that would be appropriate for the application.
What pipe material can the test caps be used with?
All test caps are compatible with ABS and PVC pipe materials. The Knock-Out, End-Cap and MS End-Caps can be solvent welded to ABS or PVC materials with solvent cement matching the pipe material.
Can the plastic tubular products be assembled with solvent cements instead of slip nuts/washers?
No. The polypropylene materials cannot be assembled with solvent cements, they have to be assembled with the slip nuts/washers.
Can I use pipe solvent cement to solvent weld shower pan liner together?
No. The formulas are very different and cannot be interchanged.
How do I remove Tamper Proof Lids off Cleaner and Primer cans?
We have posted a direction sheet for this process on our website in the technical bulletin and FAQ sections.
Can PVC cements be used to assemble CPVC pipe / fittings?
No. The PVC cements are too aggressive and will cause probable failure to the CPVC pipe and fittings and if it was used, the joints should be cut out and replaced. If CPVC cement was accidentally used to bond PVC joints, it would not be necessary to replace them but future joints should be assembled with correct cements.
Will using Oatey Green Transition Cement to join PVC to ABS meet plumbing codes standards?
Oatey has developed this cement specifically for this application and it is UPC and NSF listed. In saying that; we do recommend that you check with your local building officials and see if they have any restrictions on its use. The UPC and IPC codes are a minimum guidelines and each city, county or health department can set forth tougher guidelines which may prohibit the use of transition cement.