Y5 Premium Heavy Bodied High Visibility ABS (Canada only)

Y5 DS

Product Description and Features

Schwartz® ABS Y5 DS is a premium heavy-bodied and fast-setting ABS solvent cement for all classes and schedules with interference fit through 12″ (315 mm) diameter. The high visibility yellow color ensures accurate application and simplifies visual inspection on the job.

Y5 gives contractors working in low-rise, multi- and single-family residential environments confident results every time. Designed for maximum efficiency and reliability, this high-performance cement is engineered for use on a wide range of ABS pipe and fittings.

  • Fast & Clean Application - low drip formula grips pipe and fittings fast – no stains or messy worksites
  • All Weather Performance - designed to perform in extreme weather, including low or high temperatures and in wet conditions
  • Wide Application Range - approved for ABS pipe and fittings up to 315mm (12")
  • GREENGUARD Gold certified for Low Chemical Emissions
  • Complies with Canadian Low VOC requirements based on new 2024 standards

PRODUCT

DESCRIPTION

MODEL

UNITS/CASE

16325

Wide-mouth, 3.8L

82521

6

16326

Dauber, 946ml

82522

12

16327

Dauber, 473ml

82523

 12

16328

Dauber, 236ml

82524

24

Physical Properties:

Specific Gravity: 0.859 ± 0.04
Weight Solids: 14 – 16%
VOC Emissions: 329 g/L
Maximum Diameter: 12 inches (315mm)
Appearance: High visibility yellow
Shelf Life: 3 years unopened
Suggested Uses: For drain, waste and vent systems (DWV), conduit and sewer applications
Application Tools: Dauber or brush
Clean-up Solvent: VC100

Set Times:

Handle newly assembled joints carefully until cement has gone through its set period.

Recommended set time is temperature dependent:

  • 1-2 minutes at 21ºC to 32ºC
  • 3-4 minutes at 10ºC to 21ºC
  • 5-6 minutes at -1ºC to 10ºC

Cure Times:

Test Pressures For Pipe Sizes 1⁄2″ to 1⁄4″ Test Pressures For Pipe Sizes 1-1⁄2″ to 3″ Test Pressures For Pipe Sizes 3-1⁄2″ to 8″

Temperature Range During Cure Period

Up To 180 psi

Above
180 to 370 psi

Up To 180 psi

Above 180
To 315 psi

Up To 180 psi

Above 180
To 315 psi

15°C – 38°C

1 hr.

6 hr.

2 hr.

12 hr.

8 hr.

24 hr

2 hr.

12 hr.

4 hr.

24 hr.

16 hr.

48 hr.

It is recommended that joints be left for 24 hours to cure before use, while large sizes 10″ and 12″ require a minimum of 48 hours.

Storage:

Store indoor at room temperature, away from heat, ignition sources, open flames and direct sunlight.

Warning:

Avoid open flames, turn off all pilot lights, ensure that work area is properly ventilated.

Soiled rags and waste products may contain combustible liquids or vapours and SPONTANEOUSLY COMBUST, dispose in accordance with local regulations.

Refer to SDS for information on safe use of this product.

Plumbing Product Selector Table

 

SOLVENT CEMENT SELECTION GUIDE
APPLICATION
Primers/Cleaners
Solvent Cements
ABS TO ABS pipe and fittings
VC100
VC100
 
Y1
Y2
Y5
Y6
VC100
VC100
PVC to PVC schedule 40 pipe and fittings
VC180
D1
 
PVC to PVC schedule 80 pipe and fittings
 
D3
 
PVC to PVC electrical conduit pipe and fittings
 
 
C5
PVC to PVC central vacuum pipe and fittings
 
 
C5 
PVC to PVC irrigation pipe and fittings
 
 
B1
 
ABS t0 PVC pipe transition
 
 
 
 
W1
G15
C15
C4
CPVC to CPVC pipe and fittings
VC180
 
 
 
Cleaning ABS/PVC/CPVC pipe and fittings
VC100
 
 
 
 

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