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ricecrispi · 07-25-2006, 01:54 AM

People worry about push fittings leaking or being pulled out.

I"m not sure if that is a neccessary concern or being paranoid but I would go with a barb if you have the choice. I would also use zip ties on the barbs. Looks the cleanest, cheap, and easy to install.

I think there was an article written by pH here that explains about flowrates and restriction from elbows.

So what waterblock are you using?

the g 1/4" is the thread and not ID I believe and matches 1/4" NPT.
The ID should be 1/2" or 3/8"th and that flow meter looks restrictive. I think there are better options for $40 for flowmeters.

07-25-2006, 01:54 AM	#4
ricecrispi Cooling Savant Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: california Posts: 429	Re: 1/2" Fittings... which type are best? People worry about push fittings leaking or being pulled out. I"m not sure if that is a neccessary concern or being paranoid but I would go with a barb if you have the choice. I would also use zip ties on the barbs. Looks the cleanest, cheap, and easy to install. I think there was an article written by pH here that explains about flowrates and restriction from elbows. So what waterblock are you using? the g 1/4" is the thread and not ID I believe and matches 1/4" NPT. The ID should be 1/2" or 3/8"th and that flow meter looks restrictive. I think there are better options for $40 for flowmeters.