What type of glue is best? My piping is PVC but this valve is made of CPVC. Do they make a glue for dissimilar plastics?
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I'm not sure what the manufacturer recommends. I used regular pic glue and cleaner. And everything worked out fine. Hope this helps
1093773
Use PVC blue like you use for white PVC pipe. Don't put glue on the inside of the joint because it will block the internal valve.
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Yes. @ home depot in the irrigation aisle it works fast and very easy to use
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You do not need to glue it, but if you were I would recommend a quick drying super adhesive. The plastic is not the typical plastic found in models, it is closer to the plastic used on small action figures. The plastic is not very brittle.
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only if the flexible hose enters a pvc fitting and was glued in with pvc cement. remember, the plast-aid reacts and becomes a part of the pvc.
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Cpvc fittings are the only ones I found that fit. I was dumbfounded. I tried every legitimate fitting and none worked.
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Hello, Polyethylene does not glue well - nothing really sticks to it. Your best bet would to be mechanically fasten instead, which has been our shop's solution to this. Or if you're up for a challenge you could do some more research and see if any of the many DIYers out there have some suggestions. Best of luck! Kind regards, Krista Plastic-Craft Products
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Also dnt use super glue as improper application will leave the plastic brittle and more likely to break. Howeverr there are non moving parts that u could use a very very small amount to secure with no structural damage. Be careful off high falls and every model is diff. I.e my scyhtes left leg is a lil tempermental. But its a moving joint i cant glue. So ya....good luck man ur gonna love the master grade models.
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If you watch the video they show an example of that. You can glue 2 pieces together but make sure you use the correct glue. Do not use PVC pipe glue.
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You do not need glue, for most applications you could use Duct tape or gorilla tape to seal the sections together without having to glue them. This would then allow you to reuse, recut the pieces again in the future or sell the port if you ever wish to get rid of it or modify it. I say this because i used 2 6" PSP ports with my 18 on 1500 rms, and it never once leaked and the air was tight and fluent. Plus, other people in the SPL world have done the same with the same results. Furthermore, if your dead set on glue, you can use PVC cement or something like loctite epoxy. i mean even super glue would work. The PSI pressure these pieces will endure is vastly lower than the need to literally "bind" them. Hope this helps.
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Personally, I would use PVC regardless, I'm sure it would work, but the paper tube may bow over time
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I compared this glue product strength against PVC irrigation glue piping strength and went with the latter. With the product the test patch peeled away. With PVCit peeled away, but was ripping material and not just separating.
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I used all plastic PVC fittings to the pump proper. Had no problem getting a good seal using just Teflon tape on the plastic threads
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if super glue is safe this will be too. They are both CA glues. Sorry best answer I can give.
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I used it to repair some 21/2' pvc pipe and it seemed to work ok. i know it bonds very well to wood and metal. it says it works for boat repair. I mix it on a sheet of lexan, because i saw a repair tip that said pc-11 doesn't set up as quickly on lexan. i assume this means that it doesn't bond as well on lexan.
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I have no experience with high pressure PVC uses. If the pipe is sturdy enough for high pressure, I can't imagine how proper use of the tape would damage it. But---why in the world is a safety system pipe exposed to freezing conditions??
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Should work well, maybe brilliantly, as long as either the glass or the pvc is transparent enough to allow UVlight to cure the bond. I am a sculptor (in glass and metal) and for the work I've done Loctite 349 Impruv is peerless, stronger and cleaner than construction silicone
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The valve is made of National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approved PVC (polyvinyl chloride), its replaceable seals are made of TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) for durability and chemical resistance, and its hardware is made of 18-8 stainless steel for corrosion resistance. The 4" long float is made from polyethylene. This float valve material is also used in floats used for filling of livestock water tanks. Best now for you to check the internet for what National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approved PVC (polyvinyl chloride) means. Also check out he float material - hope this helps - looks like more research for you to do.
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I don't have any experience with Quest Pipe (polybutylene), however my quick research suggests that considering the number of failures, and a huge class action law suit, one should steer clear of polybutylene piping. Use Pex tubing with copper or brass fittings.