Plumbing - VC180 Purple Primer

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Product Code:

4T181

Product Description and Uses:

The Schwartz PVC-80 Grey PVC Cement is used for bonding PVC to PVC pipes for both Non-Pressure and Pressure applications.

Standard Container Sizes

118 ml Dauber

236 ml Dauber

473 ml Dauber

946 ml Dauber

3.78 Litre Screw Top

Physical Properties:

Density:

0.855 – 0.865 g/ml

Flashpoint:

-18°C

Appearance:

Clear liquid

Shelf Life:

2 years unopened

Environmental Information:

VOC: NA

Suggested Uses:

For priming PVC and CPVC pipe and fittings before application of solvent cements.

Application Tools:

Dauber or brush.

Clean-up Solvent:

VC100

Pot Life:

NA

Cementing Procedure:

  1. Cut pipe square.
  2. Clean and bevel pipe.
  3. Dry fit.
  4. Use Schwartz VC180 Purple Primer for all pressure applications.
  5. Apply a wet even coat of Schwartz PVC/CPVC Cement on full bond area of the fitting.
  6. Apply a wet even coat of Schwartz PVC/CPVC Cement on full bond area of the pipe.
  7. Immediately insert the pipe into the fitting and give a quarter turn.
  8. Hold pipe for 30 seconds to prevent pull back.
  9. Carefully wipe off excess without disturbing joint.
  10. Allow joints to set at least 30 minutes before moving or shifting joints.

Refer to Schwartz Technical Bulletin - Solvent Welding Plastic Pipe and Fittings for detailed information.

Set Times:

Handle newly assembled joints carefully until cement has gone through its set period.

Recommended set time is temperature dependent:

- Minimum 30 minutes at 15ºC to 38ºC

- Minimum 1 hour at 7ºC to 15ºC

- Minimum 2 hours at 0ºC to 4ºC

Cure Times:

 

Test Pressures For Pipe Sizes 1⁄2" to 1-1⁄4"

Test Pressures For Pipe Sizes 1-1⁄2" to 3"

Test Pressures For Pipe Sizes 3-1⁄2" to 8"

Temperature Range

During Cure Period

Up to 180 psi

Above 180 to 370 psi

Up To 180 psi

Above 180 To 315 psi

Up To 180 psi

Above 180 To 315 psi

15°C - 38°C

1 hr.

6 hr

2 hr.

12 hr.

8 hr.

24 hr.

4°C - 15°C

2 hr.

12 hr.

4 hr.

24 hr.

16 hr.

48 hr.

Storage:

Store indoor at room temperature, away from heat, ignition sources, open flames and direct sunlight.

Warning:

Avoid open flames, turn off all pilot lights, ensure that work area is properly ventilated.

Soiled rags and waste products may contain combustible liquids or vapours and SPONTANEOUSLY COMBUST, dispose in accordance with local regulations.

Refer to MSDS for information on safe use of this product.

Material Safety and Technical Data Sheets for download.

Please click the appropriate link below.

TDS

TDS 4T181 - VC180 Purple Primer (pdf)

MSDS

MSDS 4T181 - VC180 Purple Primer (pdf)