Spears
Multi-Purpose Clear Solvent Cement
- SKU:
- MP90C
- Availability:
- Usually Ships Same Day
- Weight:
- 0.00 LBS
Description
Multi-Purpose Clear Solvent Cement
Spears® MP-90 Multi-Purpose Clear Solvent Cement is a high-strength, medium-bodied, fast-setting cement formulated for compatible PVC, CPVC, ABS, and Styrene piping applications where one versatile solvent cement is desired.
MP-90 is suitable for PVC and CPVC pressure piping plus ABS and Styrene low-pressure systems. It supports all classes and schedules with interference-fit connections through 6" diameter, with Schedule 80 PVC and CPVC applications limited through 4" diameter.
Product Highlights
- Clear color
- Fast-setting formula
- Medium-bodied consistency
- High-strength multi-purpose cement
- Suitable for several plastic piping materials
- For PVC and CPVC pressure piping applications
- For ABS and Styrene low-pressure piping applications
- All classes and schedules through 6", Schedule 80 through 4"
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Low VOC Multi-Purpose Solvent Cement |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Spears® Manufacturing |
| Product Series | MP-90 |
| Color | Clear |
| Resin | CPVC |
| Body | Medium Body |
| Relative Set | Fast |
| Specific Gravity | 0.925 ± 0.04 |
| Minimum Viscosity | 500 cP @ 73 ± 2°F |
| Compatible Materials | PVC, CPVC, ABS & Styrene |
| General Size Range | All Classes & Schedules Through 6" Interference Fit |
| Schedule 80 Maximum | Through 4" Diameter |
| ASTM Performance Requirements | ASTM D2564, ASTM F493 & ASTM D2235 |
| Maximum VOC Emissions | 400 g/L |
| Shelf Life | 2 Years from Date Stamped on Container |
| Certification | UL 2818 GREENGUARD GOLD |
Multi-Material Piping Applications
MP-90 provides a versatile solvent-cement option for compatible PVC, CPVC, ABS, and Styrene piping. It is designed for PVC and CPVC pressure systems as well as ABS and Styrene low-pressure systems.
Typical applications include irrigation sprinklers, plumbing systems, and conduit installations where the selected pipe and fitting material falls within the product's specified application limits.
Fast-Setting, Medium-Body Formula
The medium-bodied, fast-setting formulation combines manageable application characteristics with efficient assembly of properly prepared plastic pipe and fitting connections.
Its minimum Brookfield viscosity is 500 cP at 73 ± 2°F, while the clear appearance provides a clean finished look around properly assembled solvent-cement joints.
Pressure & Low-Pressure Applications
MP-90 is a high-strength cement for PVC and CPVC pressure piping and can also be used on compatible ABS and Styrene low-pressure systems within the manufacturer's specified size and application limitations.
It is not intended for applications requiring potable-water, DWV, or sewer-waste listed products under applicable plumbing and building codes, so system requirements should be confirmed before selection.
Important Material Transition Limitation
Although MP-90 can be used with several plastic piping materials, it is not a transition cement for joining different materials to each other. It should not be used for PVC-to-CPVC, PVC-to-ABS, or similar dissimilar-material transition joints.
Use MP-90 only with compatible pipe and fittings of the appropriate material, and select a specifically approved transition cement when the installation requires joining two different plastic piping materials.
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Check the cement before use.
- Confirm the piping material before joining.
- Do not use MP-90 as a transition cement.
- Verify the application and required system listings.
- Follow Spears® joining and cure requirements before placing the system in service.
Review the supplied Spears® documents for additional MP-90 specifications, PVC, CPVC, ABS and Styrene application guidance, pressure limitations, size restrictions, ASTM performance requirements, storage information, and proper solvent-cement joining procedures.
Need Help Selecting Multi-Purpose Solvent Cement?
Our product specialists can help review your PVC, CPVC, ABS, or Styrene piping material, pipe size, schedule, pressure requirements, required system listings, and application conditions to determine whether MP-90 is appropriate before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is MP-90 Solvent Cement?
Spears® MP-90 Multi-Purpose Solvent Cement is supplied in a clear formulation for a clean finished appearance around properly assembled connections.
How fast does MP-90 set?
MP-90 is a fast-setting solvent cement designed to support efficient assembly of compatible PVC, CPVC, ABS, and Styrene piping applications.
What materials can MP-90 be used with?
MP-90 can be used with compatible PVC and CPVC pressure piping as well as ABS and Styrene low-pressure piping systems.
Can MP-90 be used as a transition cement?
No. MP-90 is not designed for transition joints between different materials, such as PVC-to-CPVC or PVC-to-ABS connections.
What size pipe can MP-90 be used with?
MP-90 is suitable for all classes and schedules with interference-fit connections through 6" diameter, with Schedule 80 applications limited through 4" diameter.
Can MP-90 be used for pressure piping?
Yes. MP-90 is a high-strength cement suitable for compatible PVC and CPVC pressure piping. ABS and Styrene applications are limited to low-pressure systems.
Can MP-90 be used for potable water or DWV systems?
MP-90 is not intended for applications requiring potable-water, DWV, or sewer-waste listed products under applicable plumbing and building codes.
What is the shelf life of MP-90?
MP-90 has a specified shelf life of two years from the date stamped on the bottom of 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.
- Do not use MP-90 for material transition joints.
- Confirm material, pipe size, and pressure requirements before joining.
- Verify required system listings and allow the completed joint to properly cure before service.
