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OATEY FlowGuard Gold CPVC cement 16 oz yellow brush-top can

OATEY

OATEY 31912 FlowGuard Gold CPVC Cement 16 oz

SKU CH-32H2-KTFSG

CPVC pipe cement in a 16 oz brush-top can bonds up to 2 in diameter with a 2 minute working time and full cure in 5 minutes

  • Designed for CPVC piping up to 2 inches
  • Fast 2-minute working time and 5-minute full cure
  • Low-VOC formula meets ASTM D2846 and ASTM F493 standards
  • Brush-top can allows precise application without extra tools
  • Performs reliably from 0 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit

Purpose & User

OATEY 31912 FlowGuard Gold CPVC Cement is a solvent-based adhesive for joining CPVC pipe and fittings in hot and cold water distribution systems. It suits professional plumbers and experienced DIYers who need a code-compliant joint on residential or light-commercial piping up to 2 inches in diameter.

Deciding Specification

The cement is formulated for CPVC material only and carries ASTM D2846 and ASTM F493 listings along with BAAQMD Method 40 and SCAQMD 1168/316A low-VOC compliance. It provides a two-minute working time and reaches full cure in five minutes at temperatures between 0 and 110 degrees Fahrenheit, with a maximum viscosity of 500 cps.

Installation & Common Issues

The brush-top can allows direct application to pipe and fitting surfaces without extra tools. Installers must work within the two-minute open window, ensure both surfaces are clean and dry, and apply a full, even coat to avoid gaps. In cooler ambient conditions the cure cycle lengthens, so pressure testing before the five-minute full-cure mark is the most frequent cause of joint failure.

Highlights

  • Designed for CPVC piping up to 2 inches
  • Fast 2-minute working time and 5-minute full cure
  • Low-VOC formula meets ASTM D2846 and ASTM F493 standards
  • Brush-top can allows precise application without extra tools
  • Performs reliably from 0 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit

Specifications

BrandOATEY

Questions about this item

What pipe size can the 2 in maximum diameter handle in a real installation?

The cement is rated for CPVC pipe up to 2 in diameter, so it covers standard residential hot and cold water lines.

Which standards does the ASTM D2846 and F493 listing actually guarantee for the joint?

Meeting ASTM D2846 and F493 means the solvent cement is approved for CPVC pressure piping systems and the joint strength required by those standards.

Will the brush-top can fit on a standard 16 oz shelf slot?

The 16 fl oz brush-top can is a typical pint-size container that fits common plumbing supply shelves and tool bins.

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