Glue & silicone for PVC & for sump

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by SaltyClown, Sep 20, 2011.

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  1. SaltyClown

    SaltyClown Sea Dragon

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    What silicone would be good for use with tanks that wont harm fish? Also, cis normal plumbers glue, the purple and clear stuff, okay to use to secure plumbing?
     
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  2. grinder37

    grinder37 Whip-Lash Squid

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    regular pvc glue and clear primer are reef safe after it has dried,cured and been rinsed.The silicone needs to be 100% pure silicone with no antibacterial or antifungil agents added.

    Edit-the silicone also requires being fully cured as well before going into water
     
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  3. project1

    project1 Spaghetti Worm

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    you can get aquaruim silicone from pet stores
     
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  4. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    normal pvc cement and primer should be fine for the plumbing.

    Get Ge Silicone 1. Clear or black.
     
    Seano Hermano, Sep 20, 2011
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