Thread: Abs. Vs PVC
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Old 10-12-2011, 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by lastlight View Post
speaking of transitions I think the common bulkheads we use are abs material. I've only ever used reg pvc primer and glue on these is there actually a more ideal way?
You can get ABS to PVC transition cement, even HD sells it. More of a concern With standard ABS fittings on PVC pipe as the surface contact is small, with the bulkheads the pipe goes in far enough and fits tight enough where regular PVC cement still makes a permanent bond.
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