theresa
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Post by theresa on Sept 19, 2020 9:56:37 GMT -8
I know all fittings need yellow tape rates for gas. When I took the small adapter that goes from my manifold under my stovetop to my gas line in, it didn't seem to previously have any tape on it. I just stuck it back in there temporarily for now so I could measure my pipe to do my bends. When I put this all back together, should I also put some on there?  2020-09-19_01-53-05 by t_in_maine, on Flickr |
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Post by vikx on Sept 19, 2020 10:09:09 GMT -8
Compression fittings and flare fitting do not use tape. The tape can interfere with a tight seal. Pipe fittings should have tape and Rectorseal 5. Wrap the tape first, then a light coat of Rectorseal 5.
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theresa
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Post by theresa on Sept 19, 2020 12:48:23 GMT -8
Compression fittings and flare fittings do not use tape. The tape can interfere with a tight seal. Pipe fittings should have tape and Rectorseal 5. Wrap the tape first, then a light coat of Rectorseal 5. Does the end that goes into my manifold (the one I've circled in the photo) count as a compression fitting? I thought compression fittings were only compressed with either a flared end, a compression gasket, or a cone end fitting? I've done my research but I just want to completely understand all components of this. So thanks for helping to educate me.  |
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Post by vikx on Sept 19, 2020 20:18:04 GMT -8
Looks like that is fine pipe threads, probably 1/4". I can't tell for sure, so take the fitting to the hardware store and compare. Surely, someone will help you.
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