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dixonvalve.comGeneral Product Information
Installation of O-ring Boss (ORB) Connections
Lightly lubricate the O-ring on
the adapter and thread it into the
coupling. Hand-tighten, ensuring
that the O-ring is not pinched during
installation.
Wrench tighten the connection to
the appropriate torque specification,
as shown in the chart below.
SAE Size
Thread Size
Torque Nm
Torque lb-ft
-4
-6
-8
-10
-12
-16
-20
-24
7/16"-20
9/16"-18
3/4"-16
7/8"-14
1-1/16"-12
1-5/16"-12
1-5/8"-12
1-7/8"-12
18-20
29-33
49-53
59-64
93-102
151-166
198-218
209-231
13-15
22-24
40-43
43-48
68-75
112-123
146-161
154-170
Installation of 37° Flare (JIC) Connections
Lightly lubricate the flare on the
adapter and thread it into the
coupling. Hand-tighten, ensuring that
the flare is seated correctly during
installation.
Wrench tighten the connection to
the appropriate torque specification,
as shown in the chart below.
SAE Size
Thread Size
Torque Nm
Torque lb-ft
-4
-6
-8
-10
-12
-16
-20
-24
7/16"-20
9/16"-18
3/4"-16
7/8"-14
1-1/16"-12
1-5/16"-12
1-5/8"-12
1-7/8"-12
15-16
24-28
49-53
77-85
107-119
147-154
172-181
215-226
11-12
18-20
36-39
57-63
79-88
108-113
127-133
158-167
1
2
1
2
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