Green Colour Code ASTM D3138 Tested PVC ABS Transition Solvent Cement That Bonds PVC to ABS

Where a building drain changes material, PVC above grade meeting ABS below grade or a ABS fitting landing in a PVC run, a standard cement will not do the job. The two plastics soften at different rates and a single solvent cannot weld both. This transition cement carries a mixed solvent package that attacks both surfaces, and the green pigment makes the joint instantly identifiable to an inspector who is checking that the correct material was used at the interface. It is stocked by contractors working on retrofit drainage and by distributors serving regions where both materials are common.

• Bonds PVC to ABS: Mixed solvent system softens both materials to form a working transition joint.
• Green Colour Code: Recognised at inspection as the correct cement for a material change.
• ASTM D3138 Tested: Joint performance referenced to the transition cement standard.
• Medium Body: Brushable on 1.5 inch to 6 inch drainage fittings without runs.
• Low VOC: Formulated to current emission expectations in drainage applications.
• Consistent Batch Control: Viscosity and colour checked against a retained master sample.

The pigment system is heavy metal free and the plant operates under ISO 14000 with solvent recovery on all mixing lines. Cartons use recycled fibre, and the 1 L size reduces container waste on multi storey drainage work.

Building drain material transitions, retrofit drainage where ABS stacks meet PVC laterals, manufactured housing connections, septic system tie ins and any code governed interface between the two plastics. Not intended for pressure service.

Tins pack 24 per carton with brush caps and tamper seals, and pallets are stretch wrapped with edge protection for sea freight. Each carton carries a batch record card and reference to the ASTM D3138 test method.

The solvent package is tuned to one plastic and will not properly soften the other, so a transition cement is required.

No, it is for drainage and gravity service only.

The colour code lets an inspector confirm a transition joint was made with the correct cement.

250 ml, 500 ml and 1 L tins with brush caps.

Clean and dry the surfaces; a primer is optional depending on local code.

30 to 45 days after order confirmation.