Spears
PVC-50 Hot Blue Solvent Cement
- SKU:
- PVC50B
- Availability:
- Usually Ships Same Day
- Weight:
- 0.00 LBS
Description
PVC-50 Hot Blue Solvent Cement
Spears® Manufacturing PVC-50 Hot Blue Solvent Cement is a fast-setting, high-strength, medium-bodied PVC solvent cement formulated for joining compatible PVC pipe and fittings in challenging installation conditions where dependable solvent-welded connections are required.
The Hot Blue formulation is especially suited for wet, damp, or cold conditions in irrigation, plumbing, DWV, pool & spa, and non-pressure applications, with compatibility for interference-fit connections through 6" diameter and Schedule 80 PVC through 4".
Product Highlights
- Blue cement
- Fast-setting formula
- High-strength formulation
- Medium-bodied consistency
- Designed for challenging conditions
- Suitable for wet, damp, or cold installations
- All classes and schedules through 6" interference fit
- Schedule 80 PVC applications through 4" interference fit
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Low VOC PVC Solvent Cement |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Spears® Manufacturing |
| Product Series | PVC-50 Hot Blue |
| Color | Blue - Fades to Clear in Sunlight |
| Resin | PVC |
| Body | Medium Body |
| Relative Set | Fast |
| Strength | High Strength |
| Specific Gravity | 0.965 ± 0.04 |
| Minimum Viscosity | 500 cP @ 73 ± 2°F |
| General Maximum Size | Through 6" Interference Fit |
| Schedule 80 Maximum Size | Through 4" Interference Fit |
| Primerless Use | Schedule 40 Pipe & Fittings Where Local Code Permits |
| ASTM Standard | ASTM D2564 |
| Maximum VOC Emissions | 425 g/L |
| Shelf Life | 3 Years from Date Stamped on Container |
High-Strength PVC Joining
PVC-50 Hot Blue combines a high-strength formulation with a medium-bodied consistency and fast relative set, providing an aggressive PVC solvent cement for properly prepared pipe and fitting connections across demanding installation environments.
The cement is designed for compatible PVC pipe and fittings through 6" diameter with interference fit, including Schedule 80 PVC applications through 4", when the complete connection is assembled according to Spears® joining requirements.
Challenging Installation Conditions
PVC-50 is particularly well suited for wet, damp, or cold installation conditions, providing a dependable solvent-cement option when environmental conditions can make ordinary PVC joining work more challenging.
Its intended applications include compatible irrigation, plumbing, DWV, pool & spa, and non-pressure piping systems, giving installers a versatile cement for new construction, maintenance, and repair work.
Primerless Schedule 40 Capability
PVC-50 may be used without a separate primer on compatible Schedule 40 PVC pipe and fittings where local code permits, providing a simplified joining option for qualifying installations within the manufacturer's specified requirements.
Local code requirements and the specific piping application should always be verified before using the cement without primer, and installations requiring primer should follow the complete Spears® preparation and solvent-cement joining procedure.
Hot Blue Cement & Product Handling
The Hot Blue formulation provides clearly visible cement coverage during application, helping installers identify the applied cement around properly assembled PVC connections before the blue color gradually fades toward clear with sunlight exposure.
The container should remain tightly sealed between uses because solvent evaporation can cause the cement to become thickened, stringy, or gelled, and thinner should not be added to cement that has changed from its intended application consistency.
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Check the cement before use.
- Keep the container tightly sealed.
- Confirm PVC pipe and fitting compatibility.
- Verify pipe size and schedule are within product limits.
- Follow Spears® joining and cure requirements before placing the system in service.
Review the supplied Spears® documents for additional PVC-50 specifications, wet and cold installation guidance, Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 size limitations, primerless-use requirements, product standards, and solvent-cement joining information before use.
Need Help Selecting Hot Blue PVC Solvent Cement?
Our PVC product specialists can help review your pipe size, schedule, wet or cold installation conditions, primer requirements, irrigation or plumbing application, service conditions, and joining needs before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is PVC-50 cement?
PVC-50 is supplied in a Hot Blue formulation that provides visible cement coverage during installation and gradually fades toward clear when exposed to sunlight.
How fast does PVC-50 set?
Spears® identifies PVC-50 as a fast-setting, medium-bodied PVC solvent cement formulated to provide high-strength joining performance in compatible PVC piping applications.
What size PVC can PVC-50 be used with?
PVC-50 is designed for compatible PVC pipe and fittings through 6" diameter with interference fit, while Schedule 80 applications are supported through 4" diameter.
Can PVC-50 be used with Schedule 80 PVC?
Yes. PVC-50 can be used with compatible Schedule 80 PVC pipe and fittings through 4" diameter when the joint is properly prepared, assembled, and cured.
Can PVC-50 be used without primer?
Yes. Spears® states that PVC-50 may be used without primer on compatible Schedule 40 PVC pipe and fittings where local code permits primerless installation.
Is PVC-50 suitable for wet or cold conditions?
Yes. PVC-50 is specifically intended for challenging installation conditions including wet, damp, or cold environments where its Hot Blue formulation is appropriate.
What applications is PVC-50 intended for?
PVC-50 is intended for compatible irrigation, plumbing, DWV, pool & spa, and non-pressure PVC piping applications where a fast-setting, high-strength cement is appropriate.
What is the shelf life of PVC-50?
PVC-50 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 size and schedule before joining.
- Confirm primerless use is permitted for the installation.
- Allow the completed solvent-cement connection to cure before service.
