Included copper tubing too thin for reliable flare connections
The system works, but installation was difficult because the included copper tubing is very thin and soft, making it hard to reach the correct torque on the flare fittings without the tubing extruding or pinching. A torque wrench was verified as accurate, yet the joints still failed. Replacement refrigeration tubing had to be purchased separately to complete the connections successfully.
- + System works after installation
- − Included copper tubing is very thin and soft
- − Flare connections difficult to torque without damaging tubing
- − Required purchasing replacement refrigeration tubing