So, bought some quick connect unions from the pool place to make up a new flex connection from outlet of pump to multiport valve. The Hayward units they sold me are ABS (SP-1495). Trying to figure out which glue to use or should I just take them back and try and find some PVC units? Any help would be much appreciated.
Correct Glue For ABS to PVC Flex
- Thread starter ja_cain
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- May 23, 2015
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- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
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Actually, check local code if possible. Solvent welds of ABS to PVC are not allowed under some building codes for pressurized water applications. So if that’s the case, you might have to return the coupling OR, if you choose to just go ahead with it and not worry about code, then do the weld with an all purpose cement and hope for the best.
The other option would be to do a transition using threaded connections with teflon tape and pipe thread sealant.
Actually, check local code if possible. Solvent welds of ABS to PVC are not allowed under some building codes for pressurized water applications. So if that’s the case, you might have to return the coupling OR, if you choose to just go ahead with it and not worry about code, then do the weld with an all purpose cement and hope for the best.
The other option would be to do a transition using threaded connections with teflon tape and pipe thread sealant.
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Not sure on code here in Chesterfield, VA. I don't even understand why pool places sell these fittings or why Hayward decided to make them out of ABS when I'm sure the majority of piping is PVC. I have some of the universal in the red bottle and might just try it. Thanks for the respons.
Justin
- May 23, 2015
- 24,487
- Pool Size
- 16000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
Yeah, sorry, it’s annoying to get different materials like that.
Is the weld on the suction side of the pump or the discharge side? I wouldn’t be too concerned on the suction side. I’d be more mindful of the discharge side connection.
Use regular hard PVC with regular PVC glue.
Don't use flex.
Give it 8 hours to dry.
Don't use flex.
Give it 8 hours to dry.
Did you say they were Hayward brand? Hayward is a pool equipment company. Could you have black PVC, per chance?
They are white. When I look up the part number, they show as being ABS.
Regular PVC cement/glue works fine as long as you give it plenty of time to dry.
I would give it 12 hours to fully cure.
I would give it 12 hours to fully cure.
Thanks for the info! Looks like the big issue is getting enough solvent into the ABS to soften it. Wonder if using flex pvc would also be ok in this scenario?
- May 23, 2015
- 24,487
- Pool Size
- 16000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
Agree with @JamesW - hard pipe is the best to use. Flexible pipe allows too much movement (stretching, pulling, bending) on the glue joint and will lead to failure. I know flexible PVC is used a lot in your area but it’s second rate compared to SCH40 PVC hard pipe. It’s used because installers don’t like paying guys to sit around making lots of glue joints, not because it’s what is best to use.
PVC glue usually sets up in a couple of minutes. Give it 20 minutes to be safe. My well pressure goes to 50 psi and my joints always hold in 10 to 20 minutes.