Product description

 

Desmostick R-560 is a solvent-based  adhesive for joining and sealing PVC pipes.

 

Characteristics

 

R-560 is a medium body, fast setting cement. Suitable for fittings and pipes up to 8 inches.  Conforms with ASTM D2564.

 

Technical data

 

Base polymer	Synthetic resins
Solvent system	THF, MEK, Cyclohexanone
Color	Gray
Viscosity (Brookfield) at 30°C	3000 ±300 mPas
Solid content	20%
Appearance	Starchy medium viscosity liquid

 

Application

1. Cut pipe square. If a pipe cutter is used, file off raised bead. Remove all burrs inside and outside pipe using a knife, file or reamer. 

2. Wipe end of pipe and inside of fitting with clean cloth to remove dirt. Moisture may slow cure. Dirt or grease may prevent adhesion. Cleaner me be used for removal of grease and other foreign matter. Do not apply cement of primer until pipe is clean and dry. 

3. Check dry fit of pipe and fitting. Pipe must enter at least 1/3 of the way for proper fit. If too tight, sane or file pipe to make good fit. Be sure pipe and / or fitting are not out of round. Pipe must bottom fully into fitting socket during final assembly. 

4. For PVC and CPVC connections, use EPCO Primer to remove gloss form pipe and inside of fitting. Apply Primer with its own dauber. (ABS pipe should be wiped clean with a dry cloth.) 

5. Apply a thin coat of the proper cement to pipe and inside of fitting. Avoid putting in fitting socket. Then, quickly apply liberal amount evenly on pipe end equal to socket depth. Since weather conditions affect priming and cementing action, repeated applications may be necessary before joining. In cold weather, more time is required for proper penetration. 

6. While the cement is still wet, insert pipe into fitting with Ό turn twist until it bottoms. 

7. Hold joint together 15 to 30 seconds (longer for larger pipe sizes) to prevent pipe from backing out of tapered socket. Check instructions on the can for each specific cement for proper procedures. 

8. After assembly, wipe excess cement from joint with a clean cloth. Avoid disturbing or moving the joint. 

9. Allow sufficient time for good handling strength. This will depend on the temperature. On pressure lines, wait 24 hours or longer before applying full pressure. Short cure periods are satisfactory with low humidity, small pipe sizes and interference type fittings. Longer curing periods are necessary for low temperatures, larger pipe sizes, loose fits and high humidity. 

Packaging

 

250ml and 500ml plastic cans with dauber in cap.

 

Storage

 

If the adhesive is stored in its original containers in a cool and dry place, a minimum stability of 12 months may be expected.

 

Safety

 

Avoid prolonged contact with skin. Ventilate well the working place.  Highly inflammable.