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sChArF
04-21-2003, 8:45 PM
When Glueing the PVC pipe togeather for the out flow from the sump is it safe to use any type of PVC Glue? or is there a special kind for fish tanks?

slipknottin
04-21-2003, 8:51 PM
All the PVC glue at a home improvment store should be safe for potable water (and fish tanks) unless it states otherwise.

sChArF
04-21-2003, 9:59 PM
Thank you slipknottin, Thats what i thought but i just wanted to make sure befor i put it in my tank.

superstein61
04-22-2003, 12:05 AM
This stuff sets up real quick - so be prepared once you join the pipes together - you don't have a lot of working time.

I also would wait a day before pressuring the pipes by running water threw them

gcvt
04-22-2003, 12:37 AM
I used the 'Oatey' brand of primer and cement from Home Depot, waited a day or so, hooked it all up...no problems at all.