How long for PVC glue to dry?

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  1. Reef2Keep

    Reef2Keep Purple Spiny Lobster

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    How long until it is safely dry and NOT toxic to the fish?

    I need to replace part of my return line in my sump, and I haven't used the stuff on an aquarium application yet:confused:
     
    Reef2Keep, Feb 11, 2010
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  2. Dr. Bergeron

    Dr. Bergeron Peppermint Shrimp

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    It'll dry in about 20 minutes. Let it sit for an hour though to be safe.
     
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  3. rdarris

    rdarris Feather Duster

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    I let it sit for about 1-2 hours and everything was fine, but also toss in a bag of activated carbon for a day or so after just to be safe
     
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  4. Reef2Keep

    Reef2Keep Purple Spiny Lobster

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    right on. I didn't realize it would be safe so quick...that makes things much easier.

    thx!
     
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  5. bioreefdude

    bioreefdude Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    i let mine dry for for 7 hours and then rinsed it out really well to get the excess glue off that didnt mix
     
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  6. bioreefdude

    bioreefdude Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    better safe than sorry
     
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