Description
CPVC-24 Solvent Cement
Spears® Manufacturing CPVC-24 Solvent Cement is an industrial-duty, high-strength, chemical-resistant solvent cement with a heavy-bodied consistency and medium set, formulated for compatible CPVC piping systems and also suitable for PVC applications.
CPVC-24 is designed for all classes and schedules of compatible CPVC and PVC pipe and fittings with interference-fit connections through 24" nominal pipe size. Its broad chemical resistance makes it especially useful for industrial piping, wastewater plants, chemical applications, and CPVC or PVC fume and air duct systems.
Product Highlights
- Industrial duty
- Medium-setting formula
- Heavy-bodied consistency
- Available in gray or orange
- Suitable for CPVC and PVC systems
- High-strength, chemical-resistant formulation
- Ideal for wastewater and chemical piping applications
- All classes and schedules through 24" nominal pipe size
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Low VOC CPVC Solvent Cement |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Spears® Manufacturing |
| Product Series | CPVC-24 |
| Available Colors | Gray or Orange |
| Resin | CPVC |
| Body | Heavy Body |
| Relative Set | Medium |
| Specific Gravity | 0.984 ± 0.04 |
| Minimum Viscosity | 1600 cP @ 73 ± 2°F |
| Material Compatibility | CPVC & PVC |
| Maximum Nominal Pipe Size | Through 24" |
| Pipe Compatibility | All Classes & Schedules of Compatible CPVC or PVC |
| ASTM Standard | ASTM F493 |
| Maximum VOC Emissions | 400 g/L |
| Shelf Life | 2 Years from Date Stamped on Container |
| Listings | NSF®-PW, DWV, SW, U.P. Code & UL 2818 GREENGUARD GOLD |
Chemical-Resistant Industrial Joining
CPVC-24 is formulated for industrial piping systems requiring dependable chemical resistance, including compatible systems carrying acids, bases, salts, sodium hypochlorite, aggressive water, and other aqueous chemical solutions.
Its high-strength formulation makes it particularly useful in wastewater treatment plants and other demanding chemical-processing environments where proper solvent-cement selection is an important part of the piping system installation.
CPVC & PVC Compatibility
Although CPVC-24 is a CPVC solvent cement, it is also suitable for compatible PVC piping systems, providing a versatile industrial cement for installations where both materials may be used within the overall piping application.
Spears® recommends CPVC-24 for PVC industrial piping systems used in chemical applications, and it is also a preferred choice for compatible CPVC and PVC fume and air duct systems.
Heavy-Bodied, Medium-Setting Formula
The heavy-bodied consistency provides the substantial cement body required for industrial CPVC and PVC connections, while the medium relative set gives installers appropriate working time to apply the cement and properly assemble the joint.
Connection size, temperature, humidity, pipe schedule, fitting configuration, and system conditions can affect installation requirements, so the applicable Spears® joining and cure procedures should always be followed.
Industrial & Wastewater Applications
CPVC-24 is especially well suited for industrial chemical piping, wastewater treatment plants, and fume or air duct systems where a high-strength cement with broad chemical resistance is required for compatible CPVC or PVC components.
Always confirm the piping material, nominal size, schedule, chemical service, operating temperature, fitting configuration, and installation requirements before selecting CPVC-24 for the intended piping system.
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Check the cement before use.
- Keep the container tightly sealed.
- Confirm CPVC or PVC compatibility.
- Verify chemical and service requirements before installation.
- Follow Spears® joining and cure requirements before placing the system in service.
Review the supplied Spears® documents for additional CPVC-24 specifications, CPVC and PVC compatibility, chemical-resistant applications, product standards, size limitations, handling guidance, and solvent-cement joining requirements before use.
Need Help Selecting CPVC Solvent Cement?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What colors is CPVC-24 available in?
Spears® CPVC-24 is available in gray or orange, allowing the appropriate version to be selected for the intended piping installation.
How fast does CPVC-24 set?
CPVC-24 has a medium relative set, providing useful working time for applying the heavy-bodied cement and properly assembling compatible piping connections.
Can CPVC-24 be used with PVC?
Yes. CPVC-24 is formulated primarily as a CPVC solvent cement but is also suitable for compatible PVC piping systems, including industrial chemical applications.
Is CPVC-24 a heavy-bodied cement?
Yes. CPVC-24 is a heavy-bodied solvent cement with a minimum Brookfield viscosity of 1600 cP at 73 ± 2°F.
What size pipe can CPVC-24 be used with?
CPVC-24 is specified for all classes and schedules of compatible CPVC or PVC pipe and fittings with interference-fit connections through 24" nominal pipe size.
Is CPVC-24 intended for chemical piping systems?
Yes. CPVC-24 is formulated for compatible systems carrying acids, bases, salts, sodium hypochlorite, aggressive water, and other aqueous chemical solutions.
Where is CPVC-24 commonly used?
CPVC-24 is well suited for industrial chemical piping, wastewater treatment plants, and compatible CPVC or PVC fume and air duct systems.
What is the shelf life of CPVC-24?
CPVC-24 has a specified shelf life of two years from the date stamped on the container when properly stored and kept tightly sealed between uses.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- Check the container date before use.
- Do not add thinner to thickened cement.
- Verify CPVC or PVC compatibility before joining.
- Confirm chemical and operating conditions before installation.
- Allow the completed solvent-cement connection to properly cure before service.
