What cement can I use for use with natural gas?
Oatey Flowguard Gold #3194 and #3195 can be used in this application. Before starting this application make sure your local gas provider and building officials allow for the use of these products in this application.
Can I use X-15 cement to glue vinyl fabric together?
Yes. Only if the fabric is PVC. If it is CPE, we would recommend Oateyweld. We recommend a completed application test on a small section before applying one of our products to the final assembly when it is not being used for its intended purpose.
Can I use All Purpose Cement to join PVC to CPVC?
No. It is not recommended because it takes longer for CPVC to finish the curing process necessary to complete a strong bond after the cement is applied. CPVC is also rated for hot water use which will affect cure times. PVC is not rated for hot water temperatures.
How do you separate a joint that has been cemented together and cured?
Once a joint has been properly assembled it cannot be cleanly separated without distorting or destroying the pipe/fitting. The joint if properly assembled is stronger than the pipe itself, and will have to be cut out and replaced.
Can you use cleaner instead of primer?
No. Cleaner is only designed to remove surface dirt and grease from the pipe where as primer actually starts the chemical reaction needed to bond the pipe and fittings together.
What are the differences between regular, medium and heavy duty cements?
Number one is the Viscosity and number two is the pipe size to which it is being applied to.
Does Oatey offer cements that will bond High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), or PEX?
No. Oatey doesn’t manufacture any solvent cements or bonding adhesives that will work with these plastics at this time.
How do I dispose of solvent cements?
You should always check the guidelines set forth by your local municipalities or local fire department for disposal of hazardous materials.
What is the definition and differences between PVC, ABS and CPVC materials?
ABS/Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene is only used for drainage, waste and vent (DWV) systems. PVC/Poly Vinyl Chloride is normally used on DWV systems, but in some cases can be used in pressure fluid applications (check with pipe manufacture for specific application guidelines). CPVC/ Chlorinated Poly Vinyl Chloride is normally used exclusively with pressure fluid systems with a variety of temperatures and pressures (check with pipe manufacture for specific application guidelines).
Can I use green transition cement to join different types of pipe together?
Green transition cement can be used to join ABS to PVC or any variation of the two, but only if local building codes approve the application.