You can join the two with a specially formulated polypropylene-polyethylene adhesive made to work with hard-to-bond materials, a good prep job and some time to let the glue cure.
Things You Will Need
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Sandpaper the PVC and copper surfaces to create a rough surface, using the 120-grit sandpaper. Clean the surfaces of dirt, debris and sanding dust, using the damp rag.
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Load the adhesive cartridge into the glue gun, remove the cap and apply the adhesive, dispensing it with equal pressure until you achieve a consistent and uniform color.
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Join the PVC and copper items together within three minutes of dispensing the glue. Press and hold them firmly together for one minute.
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Let the glued together items sit for at least 48 hours. The hotter the ambient temperature, the less time the glue will need to cure.
The Drip Cap
- Metal and plastic don't bond well.
- Attaching copper to polyvinyl chloride (PVC) requires not only the right glue but some extra work that you wouldn't normally put into gluing things together.
- You can join the two with a specially formulated polypropylene-polyethylene adhesive made to work with hard-to-bond materials, a good prep job and some time to let the glue cure.