How to Glue ABS Pipe Together | Repair and Replace

[@karenisaacson7862]

Don't forget the quarter turn when you put the two pieces of pipe together. The demonstrator didn't call that out here, just did it, but another vid I saw the demonstrator said that's to ensure the cement is spread properly.

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. That would have been good to go into extra detail as in most cases a quarter turn is helpful. For larger pipe it is sometimes impractical to give it a turn.

[@highway955]

Hey dude thank you for the video. I know a few commenters are pointing out minor stuff that you missed but overall the video was very informative and straight to the point.

[@AmreSupply]

You're welcome, we're just happy to help with these sorts of videos. There are always little things that we would do differently the 2nd time along but we still try to make each video as good as we can!

[@TrevorBodogh]

A few things not mentioned (please comment / correct my points?) - The 1/4 turn not mentioned? - Not sanding the edge of the male pipe for better adhesion? - Not chamfering the edge / how to do it fast and effectively...

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. Those are solid suggestions. Chamfering was briefly shown but you are right that the video could benefit from some additional info in those particular areas.

[@maldorer]

Thanks for the confidence to do my first project with ABS cement. *Your tip to use a vise was critical to my success as it was a tight fit for the 4” pieces I had to connect... the extra leverage I could give with one side clamped down did the trick.

[@AmreSupply]

You're welcome! We're glad that the video helped you out!

[@leonardoromero8]

Wonderful video!! Happy Easter and God Bless

[@AmreSupply]

Thank you, we're glad that you found it helpful!

[@Faruk651]

Nice S -trap under that sink in the beginning of the video.

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching.

[@killjoy0484]

Was gonna say.. nobody noticed that? No other licensed professionals saw this? Sheesh, plumbing 101 😂

[@WildBill1984]

I was thinking that those are not legal anymore

[@rameshpersaud7131]

Hi saying thanks is not enough keep up the good job man

[@AmreSupply]

Thank you Ramesh, we're just happy to help!

[@Alex-eb5lq]

Extremely helpful!

[@AmreSupply]

Thank you, we're just happy to help!

[@refusionist]

That was impressively concise. Thank you for this most excellent presentation, education and brevity. I'll be following and sharing your content for sure. (:

[@AmreSupply]

Thank you! It is a difficult balance to make something complete and informative while still short and concise. Some of our videos end up being longer if a few different steps are included. Some of our troubleshooting videos shows the access and testing of multiple components but fortunately the KZbin chapters makes it easier to navigate. If you're curious we just released a series on refrigerator repairs: kzbin.info/aero/PLCo9SMjkdWBxXf2GEiSiunxAlN3ENxXGq Cheers!

[@7abumuhammad]

Excellent. Thanks

[@AmreSupply]

Glad you liked it!

[@sonofappreciation]

Do you have a video on how to remove pvc pipes that are glued together?

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. We do not have a video of removing PVC pipes. In many cases it is something that people cut to remove it.

[@miscodaba]

good info thanks

[@AmreSupply]

You're very welcome!

[@tjernagel]

After putting the “glue” how long do I have to join them. I’m asking because of a job I have that will require me to be on crawl space and in the bathroom at the same time for a toilet fitting. If I apply it in the crawl space, get back into the house in less than a minute and install the fitting will it work?

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. It depends on the temperature but you might find that after applying the ABS cement, waiting anything more than 20 seconds, it will harder to a point that it might make it difficult to install. It's worth doing a test first to see exactly what it will do under your conditions.

[@craigbirston]

Excellent video. Thanks for sharing!

[@AmreSupply]

You're welcome, we're just happy to share some good info!

[@shandrakor4686]

Good video the "Replace" bit of title is a bit misleading though.

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. The video series is called "Repair and Replace" 0:07

[@yeboiclaudy2554]

Always remember to grade your pipe quarter inch per foot

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for the reminder!

[@briangroen8276]

I noticed a quarter turn when inserting the glued pipes is that an important step that was not mentioned?

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. That is a point that would have been worth clarifying on. A quarter turn can help push the pipe into place and help it seal but it's not possible in all cases. When gluing large diameter ABS, it is generally not practical to do a quarter turn.

[@georgesolomon5696]

Thanks for the video.. Does it matter if Black Medium ABS Cement is used vs Yellow? I will be bonding a 3" ABS pipe..

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. It all depends on the application and the product. Read the product label closely for more specific details.

[@JoeyBenstein]

So no primer cleaner is needed prior to glueing?

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. It's PVC pipe that requires a primer. This video is focused on ABS pipe which doesn't require a primer. Regardless its best to always read the label on any product before using.

[@jjsudlow]

Hi, very helpful. In my basement, I have a hairline crack in ABS elbow, which means replacing it and the pipe going into it and out the other end. In removing the elbow and relevant sections of pipe, I'll drain off the water and dry the the existing pipe as much as possible. What is best cement to use when repairing ABS pipe where moisture has been present? Thanks.

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching, we're glad that you found it helpful. Always try to dry the pipe as much as possible. In some cases a little bit of moisture won't matter as the pipe cement works via solvent welding, chemically bonding the plastic together. You can always do a test with a spare piece of pipe first just to be sure. There are "all weather" abs cement if you can find it but these are not as common.

[@amunkhufu]

Thank you so much for the video. I have a hair line leak in an ABS grade 3 drainage elbow. The leaking elbow is connected to another elbow which connects to a third one, totaling three. Is it possible to cut the 2nd elbow from the middle and use a coupling that will connect the half cut elbow with the new elbow that replaced the leaking one? or do I have to remove the three elbows and install new ones? The reason for my question is that it is to hard to get to the third elbow. I said the word elbow too much in this comment :)

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching, we're glad that you found the video helpful. It isn't recommended to partially cut an elbow or to connect a coupling to a half cut elbow as it will likely not make a good connection. Replacing the whole leaking elbow will be best.

[@tonyruiz347]

Do you uses amory cloth on the outside of male and inside of female?

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. Emery cloth can be used to help deburr and to prepare up the surface that will be glued.

[@clifford1375]

Hi, for this connection, you’re connecting a p trap to what kind of pipe? Is it just called ABS pipe? I’m trying to find out what pipe I need to connect an ABS adapter to an ABS p trap because it needs a little more reach, and because I’m new to all of this, I don’t know what kind of pipe extension I’m looking for. Is it called Charlotte pipe? Thanks!

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. In this video we demonstrated connecting ABS pipe to ABS 90° elbows. When it comes to p-traps you'll want to use the same type of pipe as what you are joining. Here in Canada ABS pipe is used for drainage. Plumbing codes might be different in some places in the United States or in some municipalities. Though it is not common, there is special cement for adapting between ABS and PVC pipe if needed. When joining PVC to PVC, a 2 step solvent is generally needed.

[@dannydangelo762]

👍😊👍

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching.

[@Brownshabsfan]

If my pipe doesn't quite bottom put will I have problems?

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. The pipe doesn't need to bottom out to make good contact. It depends on the diameter of the pipe but if it goes in about 3/4 of the way, it should be good.

[@JPC33]

👌

[@AmreSupply]

Thank you!

[@Doomzdayxx]

Does anybody know when ABS is ideal over PVC?

[@AmreSupply]

PVC is more flexible, but ABS is stronger and more shock resistant. ABS is also better at very lower temperatures. Still its best to check the plumbing codes in your area as some use PVC and some use ABS.

[@Doomzdayxx]

@@AmreSupply thankyou

[@PCMenten]

Best viewed at 1.5 speed or 1.75

[@AmreSupply]

Thank you for watching. Many people prefer to adjust the playback speed which is a useful feature. We decided to create the videos with a slower pace for those who have difficulty following a fast paced tutorial.

[@cm01]

I've heard that even though the glue sets very quickly you want it to cure for 2 hours before running water through it. Is that accurate?

[@AmreSupply]

Hi Caleb, thank you for watching. Always read the abs cement manual as full curing depends on your room temperature and the pressure inside the pipe. If you have a 1-1/2 to 3 inch diameter pipe that was glued at room temperature, then it'll cure in 2 hours and handle up to 180 psi. Above 180 psi will take 12 hours. Abs cement that is applied outside or in a very cold room can take up to 24 or more hours to fully cure as the drying is slowed down.

[@gerrykline744]

Why are you not using the BLUE OATLEY label thats made to join ABS..

[@bigglilwayne7050]

@@gerrykline744 They make a yellow ABS glue for visibility purposes, however, it does fall significantly short of the blue label/black that you speak of.... Even on ABS×ABS applications, the Oatey green transition cement is way better than the yellow used in this video

[@googleuser868]

@@bigglilwayne7050 How good is the Oatey All purpose cement for bonding Abs to Abs. Local Lowe's guy said it was what I needed but I am concerned it may not be a long lasting glue.

[@voicespresscontact4881]

The pipe from our well is leaking at, or very close to, the 90 degree fitting just at the inside face of the concrete block basement wall. As I cannot access the pipe from the well head (it is buried several fee), I thought to cut a coupling so I might get it around the black pipe without having to cut the black pipe. Then, I thought, with enough Transition Cement I might be able to fuse the coupling to the black pipe (securing it with a hose clamp until set) effectively sealing the leak. My problem is, I am not sure what this black pipe is made of because I am told ABS is only used for low pressure (drainage venting) situations. Is there a way to tell if it is ABS?

[@AmreSupply]

Hi there thank you for watching! On a well that is for potable water the black pipe likely ABS but there is a chance that the pipe is CPVC (Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride), which in rare cases can be black.. For testing if it is PVC or ABS there are few suggestions that you might find helpful in this link but it depends on your setup. www.researchgate.net/post/Is_there_an_easy_cheap_way_to_distinguish_PVC_and_ABS

[@voicespresscontact4881]

@@AmreSupply Thank you. Interesting site. Of course, my problem is the need for a non-destructive 'test' of the BLACK pipe I cannot remove without jeopardizing my supply of potable water!! Frankly, I am all but certain it is NOT PVC - though some have indicated a black pvc was sold at some point. And, I found a black SHED-80 PVC on a manufacturer's site, but they replied that they never manufactured pipe - just fittings! I think I may go ahead and try TRANSITION cement - maybe in another area first - and see if it appears to melt the two plastics together tight enough to trust over the 'invisible' crack part.

[@AmreSupply]

@@voicespresscontact4881 It does gets difficult when something is in place and already installed. Testing the transition cement on a different area is a smart way to go. Best of luck to you!

[@countrifiedjose7537]

Isn't there a specific cement for abs only?

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. You are correct. Since ABS and PVC are chemically different, you need a cement specifically designed for use on that type of pipe or you will not get a proper bond. The cement will clearly label what it is used for. When transitioning from ABS to PVC there is special transition cement as well. www.amresupply.com/catalog/ABS-PVC-Cements-DA1

[@bigglilwayne7050]

@@AmreSupply Oatey Green transition glue is definitely the best ABS×PVC/PVC×ABS glue, followed by CANTEX Conduit Solvent Cement....

[@larryjenkinsons5227]

Why no primer?

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. This video is focused on ABS pipe which doesn't require a primer. PVC is different and often requires a primer. Always read the label to double check.

[@WeTubule]

Primer is a solvent. For whatever reason, ABS cement is able to have it combined. I'm guessing that reduces shelf life.

[@sfonly6152]

ABS mean what

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. ABS means Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene and is a common type of plastic used in many different applications.

[@BurtBowers]

They dont have yellow glue anymore its all medium black cement.

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. It might be a difference between the plumbing codes in the USA. It is still available in Canada where ABS pipe is common. www.amresupply.com/part/31541-236ML-ABS-STANDARD-CEMENT-YELL

[@Michael-fw5ef]

You should put your goggles on first before you touch the ABS cement. In the video, the person touched the cement container and then put his goggles on. That is the wrong way.

[@AmreSupply]

Thanks for watching. That is a good point.

[@jakegiesbrecht27]

Wow, you need a hero cookie lol

[@churchn7th367]

​@@jakegiesbrecht27 it's a great point

[@user-mp2rd9kt4o]

Maybe he should put tarps down every where and have air circulating fans..maybe more lighting, an assistant in case he's overcome by the fumes..dome protective arm coverings..blah..blah...blah.. Wise up.

[@huskavarnaband]

Your such a dork

[@RavelloBikes]

Warning: This is small diameter ABS. he does it by hand. If you are gluing together 4" ABA have a mallot on hand or kiss your pipe/ glue job goodbye. The large diameter pipe is a tighter fit. By the time you round up a mallot, it will dry/ be less than fully inserted disaster gluing job Also forget about trying to twist is at all.

[@AmreSupply]

Thank you for sharing these additional considerations, and you are right that in the video the steps are focused mostly on small diameter ABS.

[@grantmarsh2087]

You're talking about two different types of plastic so the comparison is not very accurate.