Description
PVC-11 Gray Solvent Cement
Spears® Manufacturing PVC-11 Gray Solvent Cement is a high-strength, industrial-duty PVC solvent cement with a heavy-bodied consistency and medium set that provides additional working time during assembly while offering good gap-filling properties.
PVC-11 is designed for all classes and schedules of compatible PVC pipe and fittings with interference-fit connections through 12" diameter, making it an excellent choice for industrial piping, potable water pressure systems, irrigation, conduit, sewer, drain, waste, and vent applications.
Product Highlights
- Gray cement
- Medium-setting formula
- Heavy-bodied consistency
- High-strength PVC formulation
- Industrial-duty solvent cement
- Provides good gap-filling properties
- Allows additional working time in warm weather
- All classes and schedules through 12" interference fit
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Low VOC PVC Solvent Cement |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Spears® Manufacturing |
| Product Series | PVC-11 |
| Color | Gray |
| Resin | PVC |
| Body | Heavy Body |
| Relative Set | Medium |
| Specific Gravity | 0.966 ± 0.04 |
| Minimum Viscosity | 1600 cP @ 73 ± 2°F |
| Maximum Pipe Size | Through 12" Interference Fit |
| Pipe Compatibility | All Classes & Schedules of Compatible PVC |
| ASTM Standard | ASTM D2564 |
| Maximum VOC Emissions | 425 g/L |
| Shelf Life | 3 Years from Date Stamped on Container |
| Listings | NSF®-PW, DWV, SW, U.P. Code, CSA B137.3 & B181.2 |
Industrial-Duty PVC Joining
PVC-11 is formulated as a high-strength industrial-duty PVC solvent cement, providing the heavy-bodied consistency needed for demanding piping installations where dependable solvent-welded connections and good gap-filling characteristics are important.
The formulation is suitable for all classes and schedules of compatible PVC with interference-fit connections through 12" diameter, providing broad application coverage across properly prepared PVC pipe and fitting systems.
Additional Working Time
The medium-setting formulation provides additional working time during assembly, which can be particularly useful when completing larger PVC connections or working in warm weather where faster-setting solvent cements may provide less assembly time.
This additional working time helps installers properly apply the heavy-bodied cement and assemble the connection while still following the applicable Spears® preparation, joining, set-time, and cure-time requirements.
Gap-Filling Performance
The heavy-bodied consistency provides good gap-filling properties for compatible interference-fit PVC connections, making PVC-11 particularly useful for industrial piping systems and larger-diameter applications where a heavier cement body is desirable.
Proper pipe and fitting preparation remains essential because the cement should be selected and applied according to the connection size, pipe schedule, fitting configuration, service conditions, and complete Spears® solvent-cement joining procedure.
Compatible PVC Applications
PVC-11 is suitable for compatible industrial piping, potable water pressure systems, irrigation, conduit, sewer, drain, waste, and vent systems, providing a versatile industrial-duty cement across a broad range of PVC installations.
Always confirm the pipe material, nominal size, schedule, system pressure, fitting configuration, service conditions, and applicable installation requirements before selecting PVC-11 and completing the solvent-cement connection.
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Check the cement before use.
- Keep the container tightly sealed.
- Confirm PVC pipe and fitting compatibility.
- Verify the pipe size is within the 12" product limit.
- Follow Spears® joining and cure requirements before placing the system in service.
Review the supplied Spears® documents for additional PVC-11 specifications, heavy-body characteristics, application limits, industrial piping uses, product standards, storage guidance, and solvent-cement joining requirements before use.
Need Help Selecting Industrial-Duty PVC Solvent Cement?
Our PVC product specialists can help review your pipe size, schedule, industrial or potable water application, fitting configuration, working-time requirements, service conditions, and installation needs before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is PVC-11 cement?
PVC-11 is supplied in gray, providing a clearly visible appearance around properly assembled compatible PVC pipe and fitting connections.
Is PVC-11 a heavy-bodied cement?
Yes. PVC-11 is a heavy-bodied PVC solvent cement with a minimum Brookfield viscosity of 1600 cP at 73 ± 2°F.
How fast does PVC-11 set?
PVC-11 has a medium relative set, providing additional working time during assembly compared with faster-setting PVC solvent cements.
What size PVC can PVC-11 be used with?
PVC-11 is suitable for all classes and schedules of compatible PVC pipe and fittings with interference-fit connections through 12" diameter.
Why is PVC-11 useful in warm weather?
The medium-setting formulation allows additional working time during assembly, which can be especially useful when completing larger compatible PVC connections in warm installation conditions.
Does PVC-11 provide good gap-filling properties?
Yes. Spears® identifies PVC-11 as a heavy-bodied industrial-duty cement with good gap-filling properties for properly prepared compatible PVC connections.
What applications is PVC-11 intended for?
PVC-11 is intended for industrial piping, potable water pressure systems, irrigation, conduit, sewer, drain, waste, and vent applications using compatible PVC pipe and fittings.
What is the shelf life of PVC-11?
PVC-11 has a specified shelf life of three years from the date stamped on the bottom of the container when properly stored and tightly sealed between uses.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- Check the container date before use.
- Do not add thinner to thickened cement.
- Verify PVC pipe and fitting compatibility before joining.
- Confirm the pipe size is within the specified 12" application limit.
- Allow the completed solvent-cement connection to properly cure before service.
