From what I have read, "slop" in the fittings can be used to create slope. I am aware PVC is also flexible enough to create slope after it has set and cured assuming a "good" joint was made.

Does this mean I can glue a properly cut section of pipe into a fitting somewhat "crooked" (not perfectly square) without significantly affecting the bond/fusion strength? I was under the impression that bottoming out squarely provided the best weld.

Thanks in advance!



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I was under the impression that bottoming out squarely provided the best weld.

CORRECT AS STATED

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"Measure Twice & Cut Once" - Retired U.A. Local 1 & 638

The "weld" is in the sides of the pipe, NOT the bottom, but bottoming out does give a smoother flow.

since the (female) socket is tapered the joint will not attain maximum strength unless the (male) pipe was forced all the way in making the solvent glue into a solvent welded joint created by the PRESSURE of the taper fit

this is why 'dry fitting' is difficult

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"Measure Twice & Cut Once" - Retired U.A. Local 1 & 638

AS I said, the "weld" is in the side walls of the joint, NOT the bottom.

Not a plumber but if it were me and something has to give I would do the joints bottomed out and let the "slop" be picked up by the pipe between two joints. You can always heat it a little if strain is a big concern.