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Hercules® 32 oz. PVC Purple Primer
60490 - spec sheet
Features
- Easy to apply on any diameter of PVC piping with included in-lid dauber; not recommended for use on CPVC or ABS piping installations
- Purple tint ideal when plumbing code requires primer verification
- Removes surface dirt, grease and grim while pre-softening pipe
- All Hercules solvent cement and primer products are certified to UL Greenguard Gold
- Low VOC primer that meets California South Coast Air Quality Management Districts (SCAQMD) 1168/316A or BAAQMD Method 40 requirements, meets ASTM Standard F656 and complies with NSF/ANSI 61 health effects requirements
- Please refer to the Oatey Limited Warranty for warranty details
- Recommended application temperature of -15°F to 110°F / -26°C to 43°C
- Allows for a fast, secure solvent weld
- Professional-grade purple primer for use on PVC pipe and fittings
60490 - spec sheet
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Application Type:
- DWV Pipe
- Maximum Application Temperature C:
- 43
- Maximum Application Temperature F:
- 110
- Maximum Use Temperature C:
- 93
- Minimum Application Temperature C:
- 4
- Minimum Application Temperature F:
- 40
- Volume:
- 0.053
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Plumbing
- Product Subgroup:
- Pipe Cements & Primers
- Product Type:
- Cement/Primer
- Product Finish:
- Purple
- Product Material:
- Primer-Cleaner
- Product Weight:
- 2.05
OATEY 60490 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can I use Oatey Hercules purple primer on CPVC or ABS pipe?
No. The Hercules 60490 purple primer is made for PVC pipe and fittings only, and Oatey specifically does not recommend it on CPVC or ABS installations. For those materials you need a primer/cleaner matched to that resin.
2) Will a purple primer pass inspection where the code requires visible primer?
That is exactly what the purple tint is for. The 60490 primer leaves a visible purple mark on the pipe and fitting so an inspector can verify primer was applied before the cement. It also meets ASTM F656 and complies with NSF/ANSI 61 health effects requirements, which is what most jurisdictions call out for potable work.
3) Do I need a separate cleaner before using this primer on DWV pipe?
No separate cleaner step is needed. The 60490 is a primer-cleaner: it strips surface dirt, grease and grime while pre-softening the PVC so the solvent cement can fuse the joint. It is intended for DWV pipe applications. You still need PVC solvent cement to finish the joint, since primer alone makes no bond.
4) Does this Oatey primer meet SCAQMD low-VOC rules for California jobs?
Yes. The Hercules 60490 is a low-VOC primer that meets California South Coast Air Quality Management District 1168/316A or BAAQMD Method 40 requirements, so it is usable on jobs in those air districts. It is also certified to UL GREENGUARD Gold, which helps on projects chasing indoor air quality credits.
5) How hot can it be on site when I prime PVC joints with this?
Application tops out at 110 F (43 C) for the Hercules 60490 primer. Above that the solvent flashes off too fast to properly soften the pipe surface, so prime and cement early in the day on hot summer installs.
6) What size can is the Oatey 60490, and how much does it weigh for shipping paperwork?
It is a 32 oz (quart) can of Hercules PVC purple primer, Oatey part number 60490, with a listed product weight of 2.05 lb. The quart size is the usual choice for crews running a day of DWV work rather than a single repair.
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Does the OATEY 60490 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The OATEY 60490 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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