Delrin sleeves
#1
11-02-10, 06:57 AM
Delrin sleeves
Hi, I recently connected an undersink water filter using vinyl tubing and brass compression fittings. Everything works well but when I was in the hardware store the other day I noticed they sell plastic sleeves called delrin sleeves in addition to the normal brass sleeves. Is it ok to use brass sleeves on vinyl tubing or is it going to cause a problem and should I go back and replace them?
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11-02-10, 08:55 AM
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It shouldn't be a huge issue. I believe the brass ferrules can actually crimp off the plastic tubing if overtightened. I use the correct type now...but in the past I didn't always and never had a real problem.
Pro's should be around.
Pro's should be around.
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11-02-10, 03:27 PM
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This image will show how plastic lines should be hooked up to brass fittings, if you don't do it that way you are just waiting for a leak.:NO NO NO:
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11-02-10, 03:45 PM
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Ack...thanks shacko...I forgot about the brass insert....
And I never even knew there were actual vinyl hoses for these type of connections!
And I never even knew there were actual vinyl hoses for these type of connections!
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11-03-10, 05:56 AM
Thanks for the help. I used the brass inserts but used brass sleeves instead of plastic ones. I will go back and redo the connections with the plastic sleeves. Do you have any recommendation on how tight I need to screw down the compression nuts?
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11-03-10, 04:00 PM
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Originally Posted by bpdski
Thanks for the help. I used the brass inserts but used brass sleeves instead of plastic ones. I will go back and redo the connections with the plastic sleeves. Do you have any recommendation on how tight I need to screw down the compression nuts?
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Originally Posted by Smith Brother
I didn't think the CLEAR SOFT LINES should be used in PRESSURE lines?
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