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Christys - RH-PURP-PT-12 - Red Hot Purple Primer (Pint)

Christys  |  SKU: 505213  |  Serving irrigation professionals and DIYers since 1981.
Brand New Factory Sealed Christys Factory Warranty
List $4280 $2003 each
 
Why so “cheap” at CheapSprinklers? Low prices by design — same parts, no compromise

Our prices are lower because of how we run our business — not because the product is different — and we pass those efficiencies directly on to you.

You’re receiving the same brand-new, factory-sealed item sold by big-box, supply-house, or bloated online-warehouse sellers — delivered direct to you, for less.

  • Bulk Purchasing: We buy in high volume to lower per-unit cost
  • Low Overhead: No physical storefronts or unnecessary middlemen
  • Price-First Model: Our business is built around keeping everyday prices as low as possible — so you can put the savings toward other projects or your business.
  • Fast & Efficient Fulfillment: Streamlined US warehouse operations keep costs down and orders moving fast.

The Result: Genuine products with full manufacturer warranty — delivered fast, without paying inflated big-box, supply-house, or bloated online-warehouse markups for the same parts.

CheapSprinklers Product Guarantee How we guarantee authenticity and warranty coverage

All products sold by CheapSprinklers are brand new and factory sealed. This Christys Glue & Primer (505213) is sourced directly from Christys and ships from us in new-in-box retail packaging.

We’ve been sourcing and supporting irrigation products for professionals and DIYers through both brick-and-mortar and online channels since 1981.

If there’s ever an issue, CheapSprinklers stands behind what we sell and will help coordinate any warranty claim or replacement.

  • Genuine New Christys Glue & Primer: no knockoffs, no refurbished, no old stock
  • Factory Sealed: shipped in original new-in-box retail packaging
  • Current Production Inventory: no discontinued or clearance stock
  • Complete Christys Warranty: full manufacturer coverage begins when your order is delivered

The Result: Peace of mind. You’re installing top-quality equipment — and if there’s ever an issue with this Glue & Primer, you’re fully supported by CheapSprinklers and Christys.

Purple Primer
  • Professional grade, aggressive primer for use on PVC and CPVC pipe and fittings
  • Aggressive formulation softens pipe & fittings prior to application of solvent cement
  • Purple color enables visual confirmation that primer has been applied.
  • For use with any Christys Solvent Cement, excluding ABS.
  • Not for use on ABS pipe and fittings
Color: Purple
Body: Water Thin
Maximum Pipe Diameter: N/A
Relative Set Time: N/A
Industry Performance Specifications: ASTM F-656
NSF/ANSI 14, NSF/ANSI 61
SDS: View PDF
Product Specification Sheet: View PDF
Compare To: IPS P-70, Oatey Purple Primer


DIRECTIONS: The function of Christys® Purple Primer is to penetrate and soften the mating surfaces of plastic pipe and fittings to be solvent cemented. This may be considered an optional aid for small diameter piping up through 2� and recommended for sizes 2 1/2� and larger and for Schedule 80 and CPVC or where local codes specify a primer. Use within 3 years of date stamped on bottom of can. Do not use primer on ABS pipe or fittings.

1. To check penetration “ while still wet, scrape, scratch or abrade away a few thousandths of the primed surfaces to be bonded.
2. Use proper size applicator (dauber, brush, roller, swab) at least 1/2 the diameter of the pipe. Work into pipe in a scrubbing motion. Do not simply paint-on or wipe on/off with a rag. 3. Avoid puddling primer in joints and excess primer in bell end of pipe. Apply primer to female end first until totally wet and soft.
4. Apply to male end of pipe area equal to female end socket depth.
5. Reapply to female end.
6. Immediately and while surfaces are wet, apply appropriate Christy PVC/CPVC Cement following the instructions on cement can.
7. DO NOT TEST FINISHED JOINT WITH AIR. STORE BETWEEN 40ºF (4ºC) AND 110ºF (43ºC).

PRECAUTIONS: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
¢ Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking ¢ Obtain special instructions before use ¢ Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product ¢ Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection ¢ Wash hands thoroughly after handling ¢ Avoid breathing fumes/gas/vapours ¢ Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area ¢ Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed ¢ Store Locked up ¢ IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing ¢ IF EXPOSED or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention ¢ IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing ¢ IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell ¢ Do not induce vomiting. Rinse Mouth ¢ Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations

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Christys - RH-PURP-PT-12 - Red Hot Purple Primer (Pint)

List $4280 $2003 each
Purple Primer
  • Professional grade, aggressive primer for use on PVC and CPVC pipe and fittings
  • Aggressive formulation softens pipe & fittings prior to application of solvent cement
  • Purple color enables visual confirmation that primer has been applied.
  • For use with any Christys Solvent Cement, excluding ABS.
  • Not for use on ABS pipe and fittings
Color: Purple
Body: Water Thin
Maximum Pipe Diameter: N/A
Relative Set Time: N/A
Industry Performance Specifications: ASTM F-656
NSF/ANSI 14, NSF/ANSI 61
SDS: View PDF
Product Specification Sheet: View PDF
Compare To: IPS P-70, Oatey Purple Primer


DIRECTIONS: The function of Christys® Purple Primer is to penetrate and soften the mating surfaces of plastic pipe and fittings to be solvent cemented. This may be considered an optional aid for small diameter piping up through 2� and recommended for sizes 2 1/2� and larger and for Schedule 80 and CPVC or where local codes specify a primer. Use within 3 years of date stamped on bottom of can. Do not use primer on ABS pipe or fittings.

1. To check penetration “ while still wet, scrape, scratch or abrade away a few thousandths of the primed surfaces to be bonded.
2. Use proper size applicator (dauber, brush, roller, swab) at least 1/2 the diameter of the pipe. Work into pipe in a scrubbing motion. Do not simply paint-on or wipe on/off with a rag. 3. Avoid puddling primer in joints and excess primer in bell end of pipe. Apply primer to female end first until totally wet and soft.
4. Apply to male end of pipe area equal to female end socket depth.
5. Reapply to female end.
6. Immediately and while surfaces are wet, apply appropriate Christy PVC/CPVC Cement following the instructions on cement can.
7. DO NOT TEST FINISHED JOINT WITH AIR. STORE BETWEEN 40ºF (4ºC) AND 110ºF (43ºC).

PRECAUTIONS: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
¢ Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking ¢ Obtain special instructions before use ¢ Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product ¢ Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection ¢ Wash hands thoroughly after handling ¢ Avoid breathing fumes/gas/vapours ¢ Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area ¢ Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed ¢ Store Locked up ¢ IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing ¢ IF EXPOSED or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention ¢ IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing ¢ IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell ¢ Do not induce vomiting. Rinse Mouth ¢ Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations

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