What is the blue PVC glue used for?
Oatey® PVC Rain-R-Shine Medium Bodied Fast Set Blue Cement is recommended for pool and spa, irrigation, potable water, pressure pipe and DWV applications. It is formulated for wet conditions and quick pressurization, and is easy to apply with included in-lid dauber.
What is the best PVC glue for pools?
Christy’s Red Hot Pool Pro 8 fl. oz. PVC Pipe Cement is ideal for pool and spa repair or new installations. It is a medium body, thick set cement designed grip pipe fast and minimize drip onto concrete.
Does oatey rain or shine need primer?
Very fast-setting “Hot” cement formulated for wet conditions and/or quick pressurization and fast installation. Recommended for pool, irrigation, potable water, pressure pipe, conduit and DWV. No primer needed on non-pressure DWV, where local codes permit.
How long does it take for Blue glue to dry?
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″.
Which PVC cement does not require primer?
According to the manufacturer, one class requires the application of primer, such as All-Purpose cement, Regular Clear PVC cement and Medium Gray PVC cement. The other class does not require the application of primer, such as Hot Medium Blue Lava PVC cement and Rain-R-Shine® Medium Blue PVC cement.
Do you need primer with Red Hot Blue glue?
Red Hot Blue Glue® is ideal for both quick pressurization and demanding conditions (wet or cold weather). Red Hot Blue Glue® does not require the use of a primer, unless specified by local code. APPLICATIONS Red Hot Blue Glue® is for use on rigid and flexible PVC plastic pipe and fittings.
Where can I Buy blue PVC pipe glue?
12-24-2004, 02:35 PM The blue PVC glue is available at Lowes. The blue color works as a visual indicator that the connection is glued. In large project, people sometimes do a dry lay-out of the pipes first then come back for the glue. It makes it a lot easier to spot an un-glued fitting before you permenantly set the pipes in place. TT woodyaht
What kind of PVC cement does Oatey use?
Oatey® 2300 Series Pool-Tite™ PVC Cement Color: Blue Material: PVC Brand: Oatey Maximum Application Temperature °F: 110 Maximum Application Temperature °C: 43
Do you have to use Primer with blue glue?
most blue glues are a wet/dry glue, meaning they will still bond if the pipes are wet. personally I always get the pipes dry and I always use primer when glueing .it only takes a second ,and the primer really does prep the pipe for the glue.
