i am about to use compression joints on the base of flexible hoses attached to taps to speedfit pipe i have been told and read how tight i should tighten compression joints some say 1 full turn after hand tightening others say 1/2 turn others 1/4 turn someone who knows there stuff please tell me how tight cheers
compression joint (how tight)
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I believe Conex say 1 turn after hand tight, but the quality of the fittings on things like flexy tap connectors varies a great deal. A turn or two of ptfe tape round the olive often helps. Bear in mind the olive system was designed for copper pipe which provides more resistance.
V important is the tap end - don't overtighten that or you'll split the washer. See if the tap ends are sharp, if so run a file across them first !
V important is the tap end - don't overtighten that or you'll split the washer. See if the tap ends are sharp, if so run a file across them first !
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Hand tight plus half a turn, meaning 180 degrees. Allow full pressure and if any leak at all, another quarter turn. Makes sure the pipe is completely clean and smooth. Teflon tape around the olive often works on en existing joints that weep but should not be used until the olive is set. And only than as an emergency repair. It should work fine on normal pipe when cleaned properly and if you want to be really sure, use a bit of paste on it.
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