Solvent Cement

Solvent cement is recommended for use with uPVC pipes and fittings defined in SLS 147: and SLS 659: Part 1 respectively to a maximum nominal pipe diameter of 150mm. Solvent cement consists of polymers, stabilizers and a substantial proportion of solvent that will swell unplasticized PVC. The main requirements specified in the standards are bond strength, hydrostatic burst strength, solvent cement film properties and storage stability.