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TruBlu Evacuation Tools Steps to a Proper Evacuation How to get the most out of the TruBlu Evacuation rig, quickly and safely achieve deep, dry and tight systems. This manual subject to change without notice. Visit AccuTools.com for the most current versions and updates.
Degassing happens fairly quickly, while dehydration requires a much deeper vacuum and more time. TruBlu hoses accomplish both in a fraction of the time of typical hoses. What’s the secret sauce? Trublu hoses actually achieve lower evacuation targets than our competitors’ hoses. The deeper the evacuation, the faster the job.
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By diameter, we’re talking ID not OD. Comparing 1/4" ID hose to TruBlu 3/4" ID hose shows a Conductance Speed increase of approximately 96 times faster! (.25 = .00331) vs.
Product Use TruBlu hoses use KF or Quick Flange fittings. KF fittings allow for one hose to be used in multiple applications with a variety of end configurations. The hose can also be connected to a tee ‘T’ or wye ‘Y’ fitting to further expand the system flexibility.
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Clamp Assembly Standard Aluminum (right) When connecting the TruBlu hoses to the equipment, ensure that you relieve all the pressure on the system. Removing the Schrader cores provide the fastest evacuation. The 1/4” hose-end is to be connected directly to the back of the AccuTools Schrader Core Removal Tool.
This is called a decay or leak test. The below graphs are available free from the AccuTools BluVac Application. 9. A slight rise followed by slowing of the leak rate assures that the system is dry and tight.