stilllogicz

If I used 1/2" id tubing on 1/2" compression barbs, would I still need clamps or something similar?

Or should I just use 7/16" id tubing and be done with it?

Gill..

I would definitely use clamps...I use the metal ones that need a screwdriver...

no matter what, you don't want leaks - after all the money and effort - to skimp on such a vital pinpoint in the system would be a shame

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stilllogicz

I understand what you're sayin, isn't the point of the compression fitting to hold the tube tightly over the barb to prevent water leaks?

meticadpa

Use clamps, please. 7/16 is smaller than 1/2", so you need to force it over, the force against the interior walls creating a seal. If it's exactly the same size, you don't have that force.

I know someone who tried using 1/2" barbs and 1/2" tubing recently, it leaked.

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stilllogicz

This is what I'm thinking to use-

1/2" compression barb

7/16" id tubing

This should result in no leaks if installed properly, am i correct?

MlbrottarN

Well, do you have Compression fittings or just plan barbs?
If you have Compresion fittings (the ones with a screw piece) you wont need a clampBut if you have plain barbs (Things you screw on the WB and thread the Hose onto) then you'll need a hose clamp

That wont work, for you too have Compresion fittings like the ones you linked you need same sized tubing as the fittings are made for

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meticadpa

Oh, this thread is confusing.

If you're using compression fittings, you need it to be exactly the same for both ID and OD dimensions.

So you need 1/2" ID tubing and 3/4" OD tubing for those compression fittings.

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MlbrottarN

Exactly what he said, Confusing thread and you need Exactly the same size on Compression fitting as on the tubing

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stilllogicz

Gotcha, thank you guys. I'll go with the same compression fittings as linked with 1/2" id 3/4" od tubing. + rep

My fault making it a bit confusing, everyday you learn something new.

tofunater

nvm, you guys took care of the confusion

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