I used zip ties on my barbs. Seemed to do the trick. No leaks and it keeps bulky clamps out of the way when using the camlocks.
I plan to use an oversized barb and stretch the silicone over it. I doubt I'll even need a clamp.
Bobby, what size o-ring did you use to replace the BunaN? Got a McMaster part number, per chance?I suspect the concerns for wearing out the arms is based on how snug the fit starts out. I believe the seals are BunaN and they're pretty firm. I swapped one of them out for a silicone oring and the arms engage with much less force.
Thanks sir. Wanna make sure I get the right one.They are the same ones I got as a weldless seal on a 1/2" bulkhead and I THINK they were #211. I tested it out today and it seals no problem.
http://www.mcmaster.com/itm/find.AS...hDtlLink&fasttrack=False&searchstring=9396K32
Cheaper for half the amount of rings: http://www.oringsandmore.com/servlet/the-1356/Silicone-o-dsh-rings-Size-211/Detail
He also sells on ebay.
They are the same ones I got as a weldless seal on a 1/2" bulkhead and I THINK they were #211. I tested it out today and it seals no problem.
http://www.mcmaster.com/itm/find.AS...hDtlLink&fasttrack=False&searchstring=9396K32
Cheaper for half the amount of rings: http://www.oringsandmore.com/servlet/the-1356/Silicone-o-dsh-rings-Size-211/Detail
He also sells on ebay.
I just saw your other post with the measurements. I still can't see where 3/100ths would make that much difference. My system ain't that balanced!
I am happy with the 45-degree brass ones I have, but those look so sweet, and they are stainless. I'm sooo undecided...
That's the same part number as you can get at your local auto parts stores that have "O" rings, a good one vs those "Big Box" like Kragen's in my area.
Even a hardeware store should have "O" rings. I have a family run parts store in town that has way more items than Kragen's. A performance speed shop would be another place to check vs mail ordering as shipping costs for a $.19 item is crazy plus you can have it now.
Just spoke with the guy at Pro Flow.
Party on, Wayne.
He said he's really trying to get them ASAP and was wondering how many I think he should be stocking. I didn't really know what to say other than "a lot".
One more question though for you guys.. if all these fittings are two-handed, isn't there hot water/wort spilling everywhere? The tubes are all filled with liquid when you transfer the hose from one vessel to the other, right?
thanks,
fred
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