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10.
Gauging Instructions
Position Dk-Lok no-go gap gauge in the gap between the nut and body hex.
When the gauge does not enter the gap, the fitting is sufficiently tightened.
When the gauge enter the gap, additional tightening is required.
11.
Precaution
1.
The pressure must be set as per the tabulation adhered on the swaging unit.
Incorrect pressure setting lead to faulty swaging.
2.
Long tube length must be supported during the swaging process
3.
Dirt, chip and others may interfere with swaging process.
The swaging dies should be thoroughly cleaned after each use.
Table 1 Table 2
Fitting size
Swaging Pressure(Bar)
Fraction
Metric
Thickness
Fraction
Metric
Unit: mm stainless carbon stainless carbon
1/2”
12mm
2
80
80
3/4”
20mm
2
120
120
1”
25mm
2
150
150
1-1/4” 32mm
3
140
140
1-1/2” 38mm
3
200
200
2“
50mm
3
220
220
Fitting size
Turn
Fraction
Metric
1/2”
12mm
1/2
3/4”
20mm
1/2
1”
25mm
1/2
1-1/4” 32mm
5/8
1-1/2” 38mm
5/8
2“
50mm
3/4