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Feb 4, 2009, 06:10 PM
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CPVC Cement vs PVC Glue
My sump pump went out on me this week and when I replaced it , I inadvertently used CPVC cement on my PVC pipes instead of the PVC glue. Is this going to cause a problem?
Thanks,
Rob
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Feb 4, 2009, 06:55 PM
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Hi rob, my son just walked in the room as I was reading your question. Him being a master plumber I figured he'd know the answer. He said that it will cause no problems and should work better than the pvc glue.
So, not to worry!
I'm new-my first post.
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Feb 4, 2009, 08:20 PM
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Like DrDi said...
Although not ideal, you have only cemented a few joints.. yes? You should be OK here.
More important is if the sump pump has a check valve and have you considered a battery back-up sump pump in case of power failures..? Is this for a finished basement or unfinished basement? Let me know answers as I may have info. That will be helpful... ;)
MARK
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Mar 3, 2009, 07:22 PM
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Mark, funny you should ask about the back up pump. I am about to install a back up pump in my sump area and am facing the same dilemma as Rob. I have orange CPVC glue but I'm using PVC pipe. To my knowledge, the CPVC orange has a stronger adhesive quality than regular PVC cement, is this correct?
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Senior Plumbing Expert
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Mar 3, 2009, 07:29 PM
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I have heard you are correct here... ;) However, PVC does not only require cement... it also requires a PRIMER.
Different plastics contract/expand at different rates. I recommend that you use the correct PRIMER and CEMENT for PVC if using PVC... :)
You can never go wrong with a back-up pump! Good for you!
MARK
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Mar 4, 2009, 12:38 PM
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Geez, primer. Like foreplay for PVC... ;)
Thanks for your reply Mark!
Originally Posted by massplumber2008
I have heard you are correct here...;) However, PVC does not only require cement...it also requires a PRIMER.
Different plastics contract/expand at different rates. I recommend that you use the correct PRIMER and CEMENT for PVC if using PVC...:)
You can never go wrong with a back-up pump! Good for you!
MARK
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Mar 4, 2009, 04:07 PM
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Glad if it helped!
MARK
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Jan 14, 2013, 01:05 PM
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I have pvc 4 and I am making a dip bar with it. I told the Home Depot guy Cement, but he gave me glue. I told him there must be a difference and he said no. I am worried my weight with cause it to break, also I did not prime. Is glue sturdy enough and did I need primer? I already glued 3 pieces.
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Senior Plumbing Expert
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Jan 14, 2013, 03:45 PM
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Celliot. I answered your question at your other post... see that post for answer!
Mark
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