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Is the pipe supposed to bottom out in the bell for solvent weld joints?

April 26, 2017Bell joints pipe solvent weld

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Is the pipe supposed to bottom out in the bell for solvent weld joints?

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Normally no, unless the pipe and bell are at their tolerance extremes. The bell socket is tapered to allow for pipe diameter variances. Typically, the pipe will bottom out at 1/3 to 2/3 of the socket depth. If the pipe does bottom out, the fit should be snug for a good joint. (Refer to ASTM D2855 Section 7.