Plastic pipe glues, often referred to as ‘Solvent Cements’ are offered in a range of variants from single to multiple use application. With so many types of PVC pipe sealants on the market we choose to sell three PVC glue variants from one of the top European manufacturers.
| Pipe Sealant | Drying Time | Fluid Type | Working Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNI-100® | Fast | Thixotropic | Not for use < +5°C |
| UNI-100 XT® | Average | Thixotropic | Not for use < +5°C |
| UNI-100 GT® | Average | Thixotropic | Not for use < +5°C |
| WDF-05® | Extremely Fast | Thixotropic | Not for use < +5°C |
| B-25® | Fast | Thixotropic | Not for use < -0°C |
| HT-120® | Fast | Thixotropic | Not for use < +5°C |
Many Solvent Cements sold in the UK are required to meet a number of European certification standards, acknowledging them as safe for use within the pressure pipe industry. Certifications and standards may include installation types, pressure, adhesive and drinking water approvals.
| Pipe Sealant | Quality Labels | Standards |
|---|---|---|
| UNI-100® | CE, Kitemark, KIWA, KIWA-UNI, KOMO, PZH, SZU, WRAS, UKCA | EN 14680, EN 14814 |
| UNI-100 XT® | ASC, CE, Kitemark, KIWA, KIWA-UNI, KOMO, KTW, PZH, WRAS | EN 14680, EN 14814 |
| UNI-100 GT® | CE, UKCA | EN 14680, EN 14814 |
| WDF-05® | CE, KIWA, KOMO, CSTB, ACS, Kitemark, WRAS, UKCA, KIWA-UNI, AENOR | EN 14680, EN 14814 |
| B-25® | CE, WRAS, UKCA | EN 14680, EN 14814 |
| HT-120® | CE, PZH, UKCA | EN 14680, EN 14814 |
Below is the indication of the number of adhesive joints prepared per 1L.
| Type | 0 | 32 | 40 | 50 | 63 | 75 | 90 | 110 | 125 | 160 | 200 | 250 | 315 | 400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNI-100® | # | 650 | 290 | 160 | 100 | 90 | 70 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 12 | 8 | ||
| UNI-100 XT® | # | 650 | 290 | 160 | 100 | 90 | 70 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| UNI-100 GT® | # | 650 | 290 | 160 | 100 | 90 | 70 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 12 | 8 | ||
| WDF-05® | # | 650 | 290 | 160 | 100 | 90 | 70 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 12 | 8 | ||
| B-25® | # | 650 | 290 | 160 | 100 | 90 | 70 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 12 | 8 | 5 | |
| HT-120® | # | 650 | 290 | 160 | 100 | 90 | 70 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 12 | 8 |
Brush size varies per packaging volume as indicated below. Make sure you use a suitable packaging (brush) for the diameter to be bonded.
| Pipe Sealant | 250ml | 500ml | 1000ml | BRUSH |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNI-100® | 16 – 63mm | 40 – 90mm | 50 – 160mm | 160 – 315mm |
| UNI-100 XT® | 16 – 63mm | 40 – 90mm | 50 – 160mm | 160 – 400mm |
| UNI-100 GT® | ||||
| WDF-05® | 16 – 63mm | 40 – 160mm | ||
| B-25® | 40 – 90mm | |||
| HT-120® | 40 – 90mm |
For curing times, please view our article Solvent Cement Drying Time. It is important to note that Solvent cement setting times are given for guidance only and can vary depending on a number of factors.
All 3 sealants share the same technical properties. Temperature resistance is measure at +60°C, peak load 95°C and the chemical resistance of adhesive joints depends on the gap width, drying time, pressure, temperature, type and concentration and medium.
The adhesive joint generally has the same chemical resistance as the material itself. Exceptions to this are a small number of very aggressive chemicals such as concentrated inorganic acids, caustic solutions and strong oxidants.
| Pipe Sealant | Colour | Viscosity | Solid Matter | Density |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNI-100® | Grey | 1.450 mPa.s | 22% | 0.97 g/cm3 |
| UNI-100 XT® | Yellow | 1.450 mPa.s | 22% | 0.91 g/cm3 |
| UNI-100 GT® | Yellow | 1325 mPa-s | 22% | 1 g/cm3 |
| WDF-05® | Blue | 675 mPa.s | 17% | 0.93 g/cm3 |
| B-25® | Grey | 25% | 0.89 g/cm3 | |
| HT-120® | Yellow | 1000 mPa.s | 19% | 0.95 g/cm3 |
At least 24 months in the unopened package and stored between +5°C and +25°C. Close the container properly and store in a dry, cool and frost-free location. Limited shelf life after opening.
