The manufacturer-recommended tool for cutting into older CPVC is a C-style tubing cutter. This tool will not compress the pipe and virtually eliminates the risk of cracking or splintering.
Can you cut CPVC with a hacksaw?
Saws. A hacksaw, fine toothed sabre saw or reciprocating saw cuts CPVC pipe quickly and cleanly. Saws leave sharp edges and may leave plastic burrs behind that may hinder assembly and gluing of pipes and joints.
Do you have to bevel CPVC pipe?
Do: Place a slight bevel at the end of the pipe. A slight bevel eases entry of the pipe into the socket and minimizes the chance of wiping solvent cement from the fitting. For pipe sizes 2 in. and larger, a 10 to 15° chamfer of 3/32 in. is recommended.
Can SharkBite fittings be used on CPVC?
SharkBite brass push-to-connect fittings are compatible with PEX, Copper, CPVC, PE-RT and HDPE pipe. The PEX stiffener does not need to be removed for Copper or CPVC applications.
What makes CPVC pipe brittle?
When CPVC pipes are first manufactured they are highly ductile. Exposure of the pipes to certain chemicals cause the CPVC to soften. When this happens, the molecules are no longer locked in place and they start to disentangle from each other causing the pipes to become brittle.
What is the best way to cut old CPVC pipe?
CPVC piping can be easily cut with a wheel cutter, a hack saw or other fine toothed hand or power saws. Use of ratchet cutters for new pipes is permitted, provided blades are sharpened regularly. During maintenance or when connecting to an old line, ratchet cutters should be not be used.
How long does CPVC pipe last?
Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) pipe is a thermoplastic created by the chlorination of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resin. It has been available since the mid-1960s, and has an estimated lifespan of 50 to 80 years, with an average of 70 years.
