Stainless steel high pressure fitting
37° Flare
HAM-LET FRANCE
TUBE FITTINGS 1/8'' TO 2''
TUBE HANDLING
Scratches on the tube might cause leaks. It is, therefore, important
to handle the tube carefully to reduce the risk of leaks.
1. Tubes must not be dragged on the floor.
2. Tubes must not be dragged out of a tubing rack, especially in
cases of large OD tubes.
TUBE CUTTING
Two different methods can be used to cut tubes:
1. Tube cutter
2. Hacksaw
Tube cutter
To attain a leakfree connection, the tubing must be cut squarely.
A good quality tube cutter with the appropriate blade for the tubing
material is recommended.
Do not try to reduce the time of cutting by taking deep cuts with
each turn of the cutter.
The end of the tube must be deburred to avoid damage to the
fitting and to ensure that the tube reaches the bottom of the fitting.
Hacksaw cutting
In order to cut the tube with a hacksaw and to attain square ends,
the tube must be cut with guide blocks. This method of cutting
requires deburring of the tube ends.
WARNING
Do not hold the tube in a vise in the place where it will be inserted
into the fitting. The vise will leave a mark on the tube that may
cause leaks and might cause ovality
