PVC Glue

[SweetTang]

I am redoing my plumbing underneath my tank. How long do I need to let the pvc glue stand before I fire up my sump??

Thanks!

[Neoburn1035]

I have only waited 15-20 min, but most will say 24hrs.

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[billdogg]

^What he said^

I have glued it and had water running within 5 minutes or so, but 24 - 48 hrs would be a better choice if you have the time.

[SweetTang]

Good deal. I am not worried about it holding together, just don't want any of the glue to leak into my aquarium and effect any livestock in my tank......

[rrasco]

It will be fine after about 10-15 minutes. I've done it a thousand times.

[stankyd]

Use rain and shine in about 5 minutes.

http://www.oatey.com/Channel/Shared/ProductGroupDetail/164/PVC_Rain_R_Shine__Blue_Cement.html

[rrasco]

Regular solvent sets pretty quickly already, I would be afraid of a 'fast setting' solvent.

[MarlinDreams]

As a plumbing contractor I can vouch for the 5 minutes to 15 minutes. If you are using a hacksaw to cut your pipe, make sure to ream the burrs off for a secure fit. Your best bet would be a PVC cutting tool.

[ifrizk]

10-15min top i had water in right away still no problems, I have been doing this way forever.