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– Frequently Asked Questions
1) What pipe size can Oatey 30895 PVC cement handle?
The blue Rain-R-Shine cement works on PVC pipe and fittings up to 6 inch diameter with an interference fit. Above that size you need a heavy-bodied cement rated for larger diameters.
2) Is Oatey Rain-R-Shine cement approved for potable water lines?
Yes. The blue Rain-R-Shine PVC cement complies with NSF/ANSI 61 health effects requirements and meets ASTM D2564, so it's usable on potable water as well as pressure pipe, DWV, irrigation, and pool and spa work.
3) Will this Oatey cement pass VOC rules in California?
It's a low VOC formula that meets South Coast AQMD Rule 1168/316A or BAAQMD Method 40 requirements, which covers the California districts that regulate solvent cement. It also carries UL GREENGUARD Gold certification, which matters on projects chasing indoor air quality credits.
4) Can I use blue PVC cement on CPVC or ABS pipe?
No. Rain-R-Shine blue cement solvent welds PVC only. CPVC needs a CPVC-specific cement and ABS needs ABS cement; a transition between PVC and ABS requires a green transition cement instead.
5) Do I have to use primer with Oatey Rain-R-Shine blue cement?
Rain-R-Shine is a hot, very fast setting cement, and most codes still call for a listed PVC primer on pressure piping. Check the inspector's requirement for your jurisdiction, then pair it with a purple or clear Oatey PVC primer. The cement itself meets ASTM D2564, which is the cement standard; primer is a separate spec.
6) Why choose a fast set cement like Rain-R-Shine over a standard PVC cement?
Speed of pressurization. Rain-R-Shine is very fast setting, so a repair crew can get a line back under pressure sooner and irrigation or pool work can move without long cure holds. The tradeoff is less open working time to align the joint, so on large fittings where you need repositioning time a slower-setting cement is the easier choice.
7) How big is the Oatey 30895 container and how much does it weigh?
It's the gallon size of Rain-R-Shine blue cement, listed at 8.85 lbs. One gallon is the working size for irrigation crews and pool installers running large-diameter pressure lines; smaller pints and quarts suit service and repair work.
8) What is the Oatey part number for gallon blue Rain-R-Shine PVC cement?
Order it as Oatey 30895. That MPN is specifically the gallon of blue Rain-R-Shine PVC cement, distinct from Oatey's regular-bodied clear and heavy-bodied gray PVC cements.
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