EK compression fittings - How much tightening?

[Danbaksen]

Hi guys,

Currently looping my new build but since it's my first time doing it with compression fittings I have a question.

Is it neccasary to screw the fitting all the way down or should I just tighten until it's near impossible to tighten further?

Daniel

 

[SuB]

option number 2 otherwise you'll probably damage it

 

[Remmy]

Hi guys,

Currently looping my new build but since it's my first time doing it with compression fittings I have a question.

Is it neccasary to screw the fitting all the way down or should I just tighten until it's near impossible to tighten further?

Daniel

Just tighten it using your fingers, never a tool. It doesn't even have to be as tight as you can with your fingers, just nice and snug; put it this way, if your fingers start bleeding, you're tightening them too much.

 

[Danbaksen]

Replies well received. I'm almost done building now.

Thanks!

 

[Remmy]

No problem buddy, be sure to post some piccies once you're done!