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How much torque is required when tightening an o-ring tube fitting?

April 26, 2017fitting o-ring tightening torque tube

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How much torque is required when tightening an o-ring tube fitting?

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It varies with the tube fitting design. As a general rule, the mating halves of the fitting should bottom-out with metal-to-metal contact. The tube fitting manufacturer may have more information. Contact the Parker Tube Fittings Division by email: TFDmailbox@parker.com.