Air Compressor Copper Tube Fittings

Fittings for copper and brass tubing.

Air compressor copper tube fittings.

Experience has taught us that it is almost impossible to bend this tube without kinking it if you do not have a tube bender. I think the manufacturers use compression fittings because they are cheaper not better. It is also an osha violation to use pvc for compressed air distribution which means you could incur a hefty fine. How to use copper tubing for air lines.

Copper pipe makes for an aesthetically pleasing installation but the soldering of joints is time consuming and requires skill. When it comes to copper pipe and tubing products grainger s got your back. You may want to hook up an air compressor system which allows you to use a multitude of tools and machines. Self align compression fittings.

Withstanding temperatures up to 300 f these fittings have the highest temperature rating of all our push to connect tube fittings for air and water. Recommended for clean air. Split sleeve transmission fittings. The original tube had compression fittings but i changed it to flared fittings with the longer refrigeration style flare nuts.

Installing the copper pipe is something you can do yourself. Cut the copper tubing to length with a pipe cutter. Create a push to connect junction in equipment with these fittings. Clean the inside of the pipe with a wire brush.

When i rebuilt my compressor i used a 1 2 id copper tube with a 360 bend in it between the compressor and the tank. Marjorie gilbert updated. Bending the copper tube. Copper pipe is commonly recommended for clean air it works very well and it is expensive.

Since copper tube is the material of choice from pump head to tank and also from tank fitting to the unloader valve if you can stand the investment of 20 or so you should acquire a tube bender. Easy online ordering for the ones who get it done along with 24 7 customer service free technical support more. The presence of air compressor oils in the line and heat from the compressed air accelerates the degradation of pvc. Air brake nylon tubing.

Compression tube fittings 1 921 products compression tube fittings connect without tools and can be used with pex ldpe mdpe hdpe copper cts cpvc and polybutylene tubing in low pressure fluid applications. Air brake copper tubing.