ABS Cement
#1
01-10-10, 07:44 AM
ABS Cement
Is there any way to retard the setting time of standard ABS
cement ? If not, are there any suitable special cements that would have a slower setting time ?
Another question : Is there any way to cement ABS joints which are not completely dry ?
Any information on these two points would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
cement ? If not, are there any suitable special cements that would have a slower setting time ?
Another question : Is there any way to cement ABS joints which are not completely dry ?
Any information on these two points would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
#2
01-10-10, 10:43 AM
Member
Water Pipe
For cpvc water pipes, I have used loaf bread to hold water at bay while gluing a fitting. This is, of course, done with the water shut off. I stuffed the end of the pipe with bread, then dried the pipe, cleaned with cleaner, and then glued. The water dissolves the bread. I open the nearest faucet after the glue dries to flush out the bread. This may not be recommended by the pros, but it worked for me.
#3
01-10-10, 11:24 AM
Group Moderator
All purpose cement (PVC, CPVC, ABS) seams to have a slower setting time but it might not approved in your location.
