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Question about water cooling non-rotary fittings

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SkairulGames
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08-14-2016, 12:20 PM
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I'm putting together my new setup and ran into a space problem that's forcing me to use a non-rotary 90-degree fitting because of height limits. I need the 90 to face a particular direction, and I was wondering if anyone has any advice or tricks to help secure it tightly in that orientation. If I can't find a suitable spot for the threads to end, I might have to replace the O-ring or add another one. But I'm not sure if I'll be the only one facing this challenge. Right now this is just theoretical since the fitting is on the way, but I really want to build it because I've been waiting months for these parts and can't wait any longer. Thanks everyone.
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SkairulGames
08-14-2016, 12:20 PM #1

I'm putting together my new setup and ran into a space problem that's forcing me to use a non-rotary 90-degree fitting because of height limits. I need the 90 to face a particular direction, and I was wondering if anyone has any advice or tricks to help secure it tightly in that orientation. If I can't find a suitable spot for the threads to end, I might have to replace the O-ring or add another one. But I'm not sure if I'll be the only one facing this challenge. Right now this is just theoretical since the fitting is on the way, but I really want to build it because I've been waiting months for these parts and can't wait any longer. Thanks everyone.

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THEBLUEBOLT
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08-14-2016, 12:40 PM
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I've discovered that most o-rings have enough flexibility to complete a full rotation even after being sealed. If they flatten too early, you can remove some threads. It might not look great, but it won't be noticed.
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THEBLUEBOLT
08-14-2016, 12:40 PM #2

I've discovered that most o-rings have enough flexibility to complete a full rotation even after being sealed. If they flatten too early, you can remove some threads. It might not look great, but it won't be noticed.

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Magundore
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08-14-2016, 08:46 PM
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I've discovered that most o-rings have enough flexibility to complete a full rotation even after sealing. If they flatten too early, you can remove some threads. It might not look great, but it won't be noticed.
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Magundore
08-14-2016, 08:46 PM #3

I've discovered that most o-rings have enough flexibility to complete a full rotation even after sealing. If they flatten too early, you can remove some threads. It might not look great, but it won't be noticed.

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Jamella10
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08-15-2016, 02:26 AM
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Why would you require a non-Rotary fit for 90 degrees? If it's made of acrylic or PETG, you can bend it. For soft tubing, simply bend it.
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Jamella10
08-15-2016, 02:26 AM #4

Why would you require a non-Rotary fit for 90 degrees? If it's made of acrylic or PETG, you can bend it. For soft tubing, simply bend it.

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08-15-2016, 06:48 AM
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Wait, why do you require a non-Rotary fitting at a 90-degree angle? If it's made of acrylic or PETG, you can bend it. If it's a soft tubing... just bend it. Because I only have 25mm of space. Not enough for a 1/2 OD PETG bend.
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oggypop
08-15-2016, 06:48 AM #5

Wait, why do you require a non-Rotary fitting at a 90-degree angle? If it's made of acrylic or PETG, you can bend it. If it's a soft tubing... just bend it. Because I only have 25mm of space. Not enough for a 1/2 OD PETG bend.

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08-16-2016, 02:09 AM
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Under these constraints, follow Eximo's advice or check the precise details of the fittings to ensure a proper fit. EKWB maintains excellent comprehensive drawings.
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08-16-2016, 02:09 AM #6

Under these constraints, follow Eximo's advice or check the precise details of the fittings to ensure a proper fit. EKWB maintains excellent comprehensive drawings.

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