Polyethylene pipe resists corrosion and does not degrade during use making it an economically sound choice. Polyethylene, formed into fittings, valves and pipe, requires a special bonding agent to join pieces together tightly.
Things You Will Need
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Wipe the ends of the pipe and insides of valves or fittings to remove dirt, dust and debris.
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Sand the outer ends of the pipe and the insides of the valves or fittings with fine-grit sandpaper or fine-grade steel wool to rough up the smooth exterior/interior coating, which ensures a good bonding surface.
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Wipe away polyethylene sanding dust burrs on the ends of a cut pipe with a rag.
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Squeeze the tube or load a caulking gun with polyethylene adhesive to apply a bead around the pipe end. Use only adhesives designed specifically for polyethylene joining.
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Insert the end of the pipe into the coupler or fitting within 1- to 2-minutes. Allow the joint to dry for 5-minutes before using.
The Drip Cap
- Polyethylene pipe, used for water supply lines, drainage pipe gas and sewer hook-ups, offers a durable flexible alternative to metal and hard plastic pipe.
- Polyethylene, formed into fittings, valves and pipe, requires a special bonding agent to join pieces together tightly.
- Insert the end of the pipe into the coupler or fitting within 1- to 2-minutes.