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Tube, Pipe & Fittings

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Roll Grove Joints:
Installation Steps

  • Examine the tube to ensure there are no dents, deep scratches, dirt, oils, grease or other surface imperfections.
    • Figure 33. Inspect tube for imperfections
  • Measure the tube length accurately.
    • Figure 34. Measure accurately
  • Cut the tube end square, i.e., perpendicular to the run of the tube.
    • Figure 35. Square-cut tube end
  • Remove burrs from the I.D. and the O.D. of the tube end by reaming the I.D. and chamfering the O.D using the appropriate tools.
    • Figure 36. Clean and smooth tube end
  • Roll groove the tubing to the proper dimensions, as required by the fitting manufacturer.
    • Figure 37. Grooved tube end
  • Examine the fittings, gaskets and clamps to ensure the proper gasket is inserted into the clamp and the fitting end is not damaged.
    • Figure 38. Clamp and gasket assembly
    Figure 39. Selection of fitting, gaskets and clamps
     
  • Lubricate the gasket per manufacturer's recommendations.
    • Figure 40. Applying lubrication to gasket
  • Inspect the clamping surfaces to ensure they are clean and free from construction debris. Assemble the joint according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
    • Figure 41. Inspect the surface
    Figure 42. Assembled joint
     
  • Tighten the clamping nuts to the proper torque per manufacturer's recommendations.
    • Figure 43. Tightening the clamp
  • Inspect the tightened clamp to ensure it is properly assembled.
    • Figure 44. Final inspection of completed joint

Copper Tube Handbook

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