Oatey Solvent Cements Installation Manual
Set Up/ Curing Times
The set up/cure time is dependent on several factors. The pipe size,
socket fit, ambient temperature, relative humidity, solvent cement
used and the system operating pressure should all be considered
when determining set up/cure times.
Average Handling/Set Up Times for
PVC/CPVC Solvent Cements
Handling/Set Up Time is the time required prior to handling the joint.
In damp or humid weather, allow 50% additional time.
These figures should only be used as a general guide.
Conditions in the field may vary.
Temperature
during
assembly
Pipe
Diameter
½" to 1-¼"
Pipe
Diameter
1-½" to 3"
Pipe
Diameter
4" to 5"
Pipe
Diameter
6" to 8"
Pipe
Diameter
10" to 16"
Pipe
Diameter
18"+
60º - 100º F 40º - 60º F 20º - 40º F 0º - 20º F
2 minutes 5 minutes 8 minutes 10 minutes
5 minutes 10 minutes 12 minutes 15 minutes
15 minutes 30 minutes 60 minutes 2 hours
30 minutes 90 minutes 3 hours 6 hours
2 hours 8 hours 12 hours 24 hours
4 hours 16 hours 24 hours 48 hours
Average Joint Cure Times for
PVC/CPVC Solvent Cements
Joint cure time is the time required before pressure testing the
system. In damp or humid weather allow 50% additional cure time.
Relative
Humidity
60% or less
Pipe
Diameter
½" to 1-¼"
Pipe
Diameter
1-½" to 3"
Pipe
Diameter
4" to 5"
Pipe
Diameter
6" to 8"
Pipe
Diameter
10" to 16"
Pipe
Diameter
18"+
This chart can be used as a guideline to determine joint cure time. These
figures should only be used as a general guide. Conditions in the field may vary.
Disclaimer: The above data is applicable only for new piping installations
and not recommended for repair or cut-ins on hot and cold water distribution
systems. Please contact Oatey Technical Service for recommendations on Cure
Times for such applications.
Up to
180 psi
180 psi +
Up to
180 psi
180 psi +
Up to
180 psi
180 psi +
Up to
180 psi
180 psi +
Up to
100 psi
Up to
100 psi
Temperature during assembly or cure period
60º - 100º F 40º - 60º F 20º - 40º F 0º - 20º F
1
Hour
6
Hours
2
Hours
12
Hours
6
Hours
18
Hours
8
Hours
24
Hours
24
Hours
36
Hours
2
Hours
12
Hours
4
Hours
24
Hours
12
Hours
36
Hours
16
Hours
48
Hours
48
Hours
72
Hours
6
Hours
36
Hours
12
Hours
72
Hours
36
Hours
4
Days
3
Days
9
Days
8
Days
12
Days
8
Hours
48
Hours
16
Hours
96
Hours
48
Hours
8
Days
4
Days
12
Days
10
Days
14
Days
Solvent
Cements
Average Number Of Joints Per Quart
of Solvent Cement
These figures are estimates based on laboratory testing.
Conditions in the field may vary.
Pipe
Diameter
Number
Of Joints
¾" 1" 1-¼" 1-½" 2"
½"
350 275 200 175 150 80 60 40 20 10 6 3 1
3" 4" 6" 8" 10" 12" 15" 18"
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How to Solvent Weld
Pipe Types
CPVC: Chlorinated Poly Vinyl Chloride – Typically used
for pressure piping applications, including hot and cold
potable water distribution. Can also be used for corrosive
fluid handling in industrial or chemical applications.
ABS: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene – Typically used for
non-pressure piping applications.
PVC: Poly Vinyl Chloride – Typically used for pressure
or non-pressure piping applications.
Solvent Cements
for any Application
If you need to solvent weld one pipe joint or one thousand,
Oatey is the solvent cement more professionals choose than
any other brand. From hot to cold, wet to dry, Oatey has
the solvent cement to meet your exact requirement for any
plastic pipe installation.
Product Development
Oatey Solvent Cements are developed with the plumbing
contractor in mind. Extensive research and product development provide you peace of mind and confidence when using
Oatey brand solvent cements. In addition, no company
works as hard as Oatey on behalf of the professional plumber
with regulatory and coding agencies.
How To Solvent Weld
Prior To Use:
Read all product labels carefully.
Stir or shake cement before using. If jelly-like, do not use.
Keep container closed when not in use. Avoid eye and skin
contact. Wear safety glasses with side shields and wear
rubber gloves.
1. Square pipe ends, chamfer and remove all dirt.
2. Check dry fit of pipe and fitting. Pipe should easily go
1/3 of the way into the fitting. If pipe bottoms, it should
be snug.
3. Use a suitable applicator at least 1/2 the size of the pipe
diameter. For larger size pipe systems use a natural
bristle brush or roller.
4. Clean pipe and fitting with a listed primer.
(Do not use primer on ABS pipe and fittings.
Use Clear Cleaner only!)
5. Apply liberal coat of cement to pipe to the depth of the
socket, leave no uncoated surface.
6. Apply a thin coat of cement to inside of fitting, avoid
puddling of cement. Puddling can cause weakening and
premature failure of pipe or fitting. Apply a second coat
of cement to the pipe.
7. Assemble parts QUICKLY. Cement must be fluid.
If cement surface has dried, recoat both parts.
8. Push pipe FULLY into fitting using a 1/4 turning motion
until pipe bottoms.
9. Hold pipe and fitting together for 30 seconds to prevent
pipe push-out – longer at low temperatures. Wipe
off excess.
10. Allow 15 minutes for good handling strength and 2 hours
cure time at temperatures above 60°F before pressure
testing up to 180 psi. Longer cure times may be required
at temperatures below 60°F or with pipe above 3". DO
NOT TEST WITH AIR.
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For specialty cements and chemical applications please see
specific product label instructions.
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