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Re: Reduced diameter barrier hose
Posted to HVAC Forum on 5/26/2025

Hi Don,

The compatible fittings have to go with the hose design you are using. It's not like the old R-12 days when worm drive clamps were considered acceptable for universal hose/fitting replacements.

No, overtightening clamps will make a wrong dimension ... Login to read more.