an fittings and teflon tape? - Lateral-g Forums

mark smith · #1 12-29-2006, 12:57 PM

ive never used an fittings before.is it neccessary to use teflon tape on these connections?

**Sales@Dutchboys** · #2 12-29-2006, 01:01 PM

I would.

GBodyGMachine · #3 12-29-2006, 01:02 PM

I never have. I thought they were a flare fit. Like brake lines.

Jeff

Bowtieracing · #4 12-30-2006, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by chevy2boy333

I would.

No you would not . That is the hole idea of AN 37 flare fittings.

**XcYZ** · #5 12-29-2006, 01:04 PM

No, not needed.

**XcYZ** · #6 12-29-2006, 01:06 PM

But it is a good idea to put a bit of oil on the threads when making the hose end so the threads don't gall.

**Sales@Dutchboys** · #7 12-29-2006, 01:20 PM

Hmmm I thought it was a good idea too....
but I dont when we deal with brake lines.

3kidsnotime · #8 12-29-2006, 01:41 PM

On a fitting the NPT side I always use a sealant on the flare or hose end side none just a lubricant to resist galling and do not over tighten

rwhite692 · #9 12-29-2006, 04:21 PM

The threads don't play a role in the sealing, the flared contact area between the two components forms the seal. The threads only provide the clamping force. No need to use teflon tape (or any sealant of any kind) on the threads. I use silver anti-sieze compound (a very very small amount) on the threads, I have never seen anything that worked as well to prevent galling of aluminum threads on AN fittings...Just my $.02 -Rob