Installing a barbed connector involves a few simple steps. These connectors are commonly used to join tubing, such as mainline tubing to micro tubing. The following provides a comprehensive guide based on the provided reference.
Joining Tubing with a Barbed Connector
Barbed couplers are primarily used to connect two pieces of tubing together. Here's how to do it:
- Prepare the Tubing: Ensure the ends of the tubing you want to connect are cut cleanly. This ensures a snug fit with the barbed connector.
- Push Tubing Onto Barbs: Take one end of the tubing and firmly push it onto one of the barbed ends of the connector. The barbs will grip the inner surface of the tubing, creating a secure connection.
- Repeat for the Other Side: Repeat step two for the other end of the tubing and the remaining barbed end of the connector.
Using Barbed Connectors with Mainline Tubing
Barbed connectors are also used to connect smaller tubing, such as micro tubing, to mainline tubing. This involves a slightly different method:
- Punch a Hole: First, punch a hole in the mainline tubing where you want to install the micro tubing using a tubing punch.
- Insert Connector: Insert one of the barbed ends of the connector into the hole you just created in the mainline tubing.
- Attach Micro Tubing: Connect one end of the micro tubing to the open barbed end of the connector.
Types of Barbed Connectors
As shown in the provided video, barbed connectors are available in different configurations for specific applications. These include:
- Barbed couplers: These connect two tubes of the same inner diameter.
- Connectors: These are designed to be inserted into mainline tubing, with a different connection for micro-tubing.
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare tubing with a clean cut. |
| 2 | Push tubing onto the barbed end(s) of the connector. |
| 3 | When attaching to mainline tubing, punch hole first then insert connector |
| 4 | Connect other tubing to remaining barbed end |
