Description
PVC-17 Solvent Cement
Spears® Manufacturing PVC-17 Solvent Cement is an industrial-duty, heavy-bodied PVC solvent cement with a medium-setting formulation that provides additional working time during assembly while delivering good gap-filling properties for demanding PVC piping installations.
PVC-17 is designed for all classes and schedules of compatible PVC pipe and fittings with interference-fit connections through 12" diameter, while qualifying non-pressure applications can extend through 18", making it well suited for plumbing, industrial, pool, irrigation, and electrical piping systems.
Product Highlights
- Industrial duty
- Medium-setting formula
- Heavy-bodied consistency
- Good gap-filling properties
- Provides additional working time
- Designed for multiple PVC piping systems
- All classes and schedules through 12" interference fit
- Non-pressure applications through 18" interference fit
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Low VOC PVC Solvent Cement |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Spears® Manufacturing |
| Product Series | PVC-17 |
| Available Colors | Clear or Gray |
| Resin | PVC |
| Body | Heavy Body |
| Relative Set | Medium |
| Specific Gravity | 0.963 ± 0.04 |
| Minimum Viscosity | 1600 cP @ 73 ± 2°F |
| Pressure Application Maximum | Through 12" Interference Fit |
| Non-Pressure Maximum | Through 18" 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 |
| Primary Applications | Plumbing, Industrial, Pool, Irrigation & Electrical Piping Systems |
Industrial-Duty PVC Joining
PVC-17 is formulated as an industrial-duty PVC solvent cement with a heavy body that provides the consistency and gap-filling characteristics needed for properly prepared PVC pipe and fitting connections across demanding installations.
The cement supports all classes and schedules of compatible PVC with interference-fit connections through 12" diameter, providing broad application coverage for both smaller piping and larger industrial PVC joining requirements.
Additional Working Time
The medium-setting formulation provides additional working time during assembly compared with faster-setting solvent cements, which can be especially useful for larger connections and installations completed during warm weather conditions.
This additional working time helps installers properly apply the heavy-bodied cement and assemble the joint while still following the appropriate Spears® preparation, application, set-time, and cure-time requirements for the piping system.
Pressure & Non-Pressure Applications
PVC-17 supports compatible interference-fit connections through 12" diameter for general pressure applications, while qualifying non-pressure PVC applications can extend through 18" diameter when installed according to the applicable Spears® requirements.
Because the maximum permitted size changes according to whether the piping system is pressure or non-pressure, the intended service, pipe size, schedule, fitting configuration, and installation requirements should be confirmed before use.
Compatible PVC Applications
PVC-17 is designed for compatible plumbing, industrial, pool, irrigation, and electrical piping systems, providing a versatile heavy-bodied cement for installations where additional working time and good gap-filling characteristics are desirable.
The cement is available in clear or gray formulations, with certain approvals applying specifically to the gray version, so the selected product color and required system certifications should be confirmed for the intended installation.
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Check the cement before use.
- Keep the container tightly sealed.
- Confirm PVC pipe and fitting compatibility.
- Verify pressure or non-pressure application limits.
- Follow Spears® joining and cure requirements before placing the system in service.
Review the supplied Spears® documents for additional PVC-17 specifications, pressure and non-pressure size limitations, heavy-body characteristics, application guidance, product standards, storage information, 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, pressure or non-pressure application, fitting configuration, working-time requirements, service conditions, and installation needs before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colors is PVC-17 available in?
Spears® PVC-17 is available in clear and gray formulations, allowing the appropriate version to be selected according to the piping application and required system approvals.
Is PVC-17 a heavy-bodied cement?
Yes. PVC-17 is a heavy-bodied PVC solvent cement with a minimum Brookfield viscosity of 1600 cP at 73 ± 2°F.
How fast does PVC-17 set?
PVC-17 has a medium relative set that provides additional working time during assembly, particularly when working with larger PVC connections or in warm weather conditions.
What size PVC can PVC-17 be used with?
PVC-17 is suitable for all classes and schedules of compatible PVC with interference-fit connections through 12" diameter, with qualifying non-pressure applications extending through 18".
Why is PVC-17 useful in warm weather?
The medium-setting formulation provides additional working time before the joint sets, helping installers properly apply the cement and assemble compatible PVC connections in warmer installation conditions.
Does PVC-17 provide good gap-filling properties?
Yes. Spears® identifies PVC-17 as a heavy-bodied industrial-duty cement with good gap-filling properties for properly prepared compatible PVC pipe and fitting connections.
What applications is PVC-17 designed for?
PVC-17 is designed for compatible plumbing, industrial, pool, irrigation, and electrical piping systems where a heavy-bodied, medium-setting PVC solvent cement is appropriate.
What is the shelf life of PVC-17?
PVC-17 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 pressure and non-pressure size limitations before use.
- Allow the completed solvent-cement connection to properly cure before service.
