How to Guide
Plastic Pipe Cements and Primers
FAQs
Q How many ttings can I cement together with one can of cement?
A This depends on the can size and the diameter of pipe. Please use online charts or contact technical
department for your job specic application.
Q Do I need to use primer on ABS?
A No. You should never use primer on ABS pipe because it will affect the integrity of the pipe.
Q What cement do you recommend when chemicals are owing through the lines?
A Please email our technical department for job specic application guidelines.
Q Can I use PVC cement to join ABS to PVC?
A No. Oatey has green transition cement for this application. Before using this product on your project, you
will need to check with your local building ofcials to insure it is approved in your municipality.
Q How do I know what cement to use with what product (material and diameter)?
A If you have questions regarding what product to use, please contact our technical department for job
specic application guidelines.
Q Should I let primer dry before applying the cement?
A The primer should still be wet when applying the cement. This means that the chemicals within the
primer are still evaporating, but the appearance will look dry. The proper time frame to apply cement and
nish the joint assembly is within ve (5) minutes after the primer is applied.
Q What cements do not contain MEK?
A The only cement that this applies to is the Oatey All Weather. There is still the possibility of trace MEK
residue since multiple cements are mixed in the mixers.