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05-12-2003, 06:10 PM #1
solder V Flare Driers
I know its an ago old question, which sort of drier to use.
In the blue corner the Flared type, easy and quick to remove & fit a new one but can be prone to leaks.
In the red corner the solder type, pain in the arse to remove & refit, more leak tight but requires element to be open to atmophere longer before sealed & poss is solder getting in the system.
My question is this:- Obviously there my be a saturation point of a drier & if you have to take time to solder in a new one surely this increases the time it can collect moisture & will take longer to vac out properly.
I know all NEW units now have to come with Solder connections but has anyone looked into the time it takes to solder in a new one ect !!!!!!.
For the record, personaly i prefer the flare type fittings especailly if they have the Long flare nuts put on them, i don't normally find they lead because they are supported better.
Any Views
Raymond
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