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07/22/2009, 01:04 PM
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SCH 80 Cement
Can you use SCH 40 cement on SCH 80 pvc?
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07/22/2009, 01:23 PM
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I have without issue.....I am not recommending either way. Simply stating that I have and nothing leaked. I used it on 2 1.5 inch pipes to 90 degree elbows and also on a one inch pipe going into a T
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07/22/2009, 01:25 PM
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The "schedule" denotes physical dimensions of the plumbing, not characteristics of the material. Cements, primers, cleaners, etc. don't care which schedule the parts are.
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07/22/2009, 01:26 PM
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That makes me feel better. I think the SCH 80 cement is rated for higher pressures i just wanted to make sure that SCH 40 cement would bond and seal SCH 80 pvc
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