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    May 29, 2008, 03:34 AM
    Abs vs pvc cement
    I was wondering if anyone knows whether it is OK to use 'abs' cement on pvc pipe? I accidentally picked up a can of abs cement at Sears, which was right above the pvc fittings we were buying.
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    May 29, 2008, 04:01 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by wjstenger
    I was wondering if anyone knows whether it is ok to use 'abs' cement on pvc pipe? I accidentally picked up a can of abs cement at Sears, which was right above the pvc fittings we were buying.
    Will
    Take it back and exchange it for PVC Cement and Primer. Regards, Tom
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    May 29, 2008, 04:03 AM
    Nope. ABS, PVC, CPVC require different glues, primers and cleaners. There are some universal glues out there. Plumbing codes sometimes dictate what system you have to use and whether the universal glue is permitted.
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