Air Compressor Copper Tube Fittings

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Air compressor copper tube fittings.

When i rebuilt my compressor i used a 1 2 id copper tube with a 360 bend in it between the compressor and the tank. The presence of air compressor oils in the line and heat from the compressed air accelerates the degradation of pvc. Experience has taught us that it is almost impossible to bend this tube without kinking it if you do not have a tube bender. Compression tube fittings 1 921 products compression tube fittings connect without tools and can be used with pex ldpe mdpe hdpe copper cts cpvc and polybutylene tubing in low pressure fluid applications.

I think the manufacturers use compression fittings because they are cheaper not better. Since copper tube is the material of choice from pump head to tank and also from tank fitting to the unloader valve if you can stand the investment of 20 or so you should acquire a tube bender. The original tube had compression fittings but i changed it to flared fittings with the longer refrigeration style flare nuts. Withstanding temperatures up to 300 f these fittings have the highest temperature rating of all our push to connect tube fittings for air and water.

Installing the copper pipe is something you can do yourself. How to use copper tubing for air lines. Split sleeve transmission fittings. Fypower 20 pieces air compressor accessories kit 3 8 inch x 50 ft hybrid air compressor hose kit 1 4 npt quick connect air fittings tire gauge chuck blow gun swivel plugs 4 6 out of 5 stars 190.

Copper pipe is commonly recommended for clean air it works very well and it is expensive. When it comes to copper pipe and tubing products grainger s got your back. Cut the copper tubing to length with a pipe cutter. Air brake nylon tubing.

You may want to hook up an air compressor system which allows you to use a multitude of tools and machines. Copper pipe makes for an aesthetically pleasing installation but the soldering of joints is time consuming and requires skill. Self align compression fittings. Recommended for clean air.

Bending the copper tube. Air brake copper tubing. Fittings for copper and brass tubing. Industrial instrumentation ball valves.

These failures combined with air under pressure are potentially fatal due to the airborne razor sharp shrapnel. Create a push to connect junction in equipment with these fittings.