RE: Flaring copper tube

[Ron]

 
When using a flaring tool how far out of the vise is the end of the tube supposed to be before flaring.  Yes, either I or the dealer semi crushed the gas line to the outside high pressure stove.  Will feel better replacing the crushed section at home rather than having a problem in the Keys.[8D]

[4Galvs]

 Ron
I would check your local hardware sore to be sure.  However, I don t think you need much, if any, excess tubing hanging out of the vice section of the flaring tool.  I am sure another expert may chime in with more info.

[Bearnkat]

 Ron
Hi Ron,
 
 It really depends on the size of the tubing you re dealing with. The smaller tubing will need less out of the tool than the larger diameter tubing. You can usally look at the nut that goes on the end to get some idea.
 
 C & T

[mike4947]

 Ron
Went and dug out my flaring tool and the directions. On mine for a single flare used on gas lines you just butt the tubing even with the face of the tool. The larger the diameter the tubing is the deeper into the block the taper goes to accommadate the increased diameter.

[Ron]

 Ron
Thanks guys that was the info I was looking for.

[jackgoesthepopup]

 Ron
Ron
  As you go to flare the tubing .Turn the flareing part a little then stop and hit the flareing part with a hammer very lite. Old tubing over time becomes harder and britle. Doing this help from spliting the flare. When you put it back together put some soapy water on the connection and look for any bubbles . If you see any it s leaking.