WMAS Discussion Forum : PVC cement? http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:41:39 +0000 Wed, 29 Aug 2007 18:18:55 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=20163 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[PVC cement? : PVC glue is actually a solvent....]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176516&title=pvc-cement#176516 Author: Mike Savage
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Posted: August 29 2007 at 6:18pm

PVC glue is actually a solvent. I melts the plastic to weld it together.
 
Mike
]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2007 18:18:55 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176516&title=pvc-cement#176516 <![CDATA[PVC cement? : I better do it the safe way andstay...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176512&title=pvc-cement#176512 Author: Slick Eelie
Subject: 20163
Posted: August 29 2007 at 6:12pm

I better do it the safe way and stay with the glue.  I was curious to find out if anyone used silicone.

I'll be setting it up tomorrow after the tile has cured.  With a little luck, I may have it looking good enough to enter the reef tour.  
]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2007 18:12:04 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176512&title=pvc-cement#176512 <![CDATA[PVC cement? : I agree .. I would not use silicone...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176509&title=pvc-cement#176509 Author: ReefBones
Subject: 20163
Posted: August 29 2007 at 5:57pm

I agree .. I would not use silicone to "glue" your plumbing together .... ]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2007 17:57:48 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176509&title=pvc-cement#176509 <![CDATA[PVC cement? : Silicone may seal but it will...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176508&title=pvc-cement#176508 Author: Mike Savage
Subject: 20163
Posted: August 29 2007 at 5:55pm

Silicone may seal but it will not bond to the PVC strong enough to hold pressure (like it would with glass.) The previous owner probably was trying to seal a leak.
 
Mike
]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2007 17:55:40 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176508&title=pvc-cement#176508 <![CDATA[PVC cement? : Sorry to jump the tread, but is...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176506&title=pvc-cement#176506 Author: Slick Eelie
Subject: 20163
Posted: August 29 2007 at 5:46pm

Sorry to jump the tread, but is it ok to just use silicone for the pvc fittings?  The reason I ask is I just aquired a 210 gallon with two bulk heads in the rear.  The previous user did not glue the pvc but used silicone.  I assume this because the bulkheads are covered with silicone.

Iandawson,  When I used Christys Red Hot glue, I only let it set for about 1 hour.  That stuff bonds instantly.  I didn't have any problems firing up the pump after an hour.  If you use the purple primer and clear glue combo, I would let is sit overnight as Dion mentioned.

]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2007 17:46:22 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176506&title=pvc-cement#176506 <![CDATA[PVC cement? : I try to let it dry overnight....]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176443&title=pvc-cement#176443 Author: Dion Richins
Subject: 20163
Posted: August 29 2007 at 9:22am

I try to let it dry overnight.

]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2007 09:22:04 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176443&title=pvc-cement#176443 <![CDATA[PVC cement? : I&#039;ve heard of others glueing...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176422&title=pvc-cement#176422 Author: Mike Savage
Subject: 20163
Posted: August 28 2007 at 11:24pm

I've heard of others glueing and only waiting a few minutes with good luck. My guess is that it is safe.

Mike

]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2007 23:24:37 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176422&title=pvc-cement#176422 <![CDATA[PVC cement? : Heck I glue and 15 minuets later...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176417&title=pvc-cement#176417 Author: ReefBones
Subject: 20163
Posted: August 28 2007 at 10:48pm

Heck I glue and 15 minuets later I fire up my pumps .. and the only reason that I wait 15 minuets is so I can go back threw it and make sure I glued everything LOL I have this strange habit of forgetting an elbow or two ...

Edited by thebutler4 - August 28 2007 at 10:50pm]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2007 22:48:01 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176417&title=pvc-cement#176417 <![CDATA[PVC cement? : Here come the flames, but I don&#039;t...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176415&title=pvc-cement#176415 Author: TriggerHappy
Subject: 20163
Posted: August 28 2007 at 10:43pm

Here come the flames, but I don't wait a day...maybe an hour at most. Ermm]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2007 22:43:51 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176415&title=pvc-cement#176415 <![CDATA[PVC cement? : Just let it cure for a day before...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176396&title=pvc-cement#176396 Author: fj40fax
Subject: 20163
Posted: August 28 2007 at 7:57pm

Just let it cure for a day before putting water through it.]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2007 19:57:38 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=20163&PID=176396&title=pvc-cement#176396