7.9 Pipes And Hoses Flashcards
What is a tubes dimensions determined by?
External diameter, wall thickness
What’s is the pressure of a high pressure line
Above 1500 psi
What is the pressure of a medium pressure line?
Under 1500 psi
What is a low pressure line?
Suction and return
What can be used instead of hoses?
Flexible metal pipes
What must be taken into account when installing tubes?
Vibration and movement
How is a tube cleaned internally?
Pressurised air
What are support clamps used for?
Securing tubes to the aircraft
What are the two most common clamps?
Rubber cushioned clamp, plain clamp
What is an advantage of rubber cushioned clamps?
Limit vibration
What material should the cushion clamps use when around liquid?
Teflon
What is a bonded clamp used for?
Securing hydraulic, fuel and oil lines
How does a flareless tube fitting achieve its seal?
Ball bush principle
What is an MS fitting?
Sleeve of malleable steel shaped over pipe
What is a Harrison fitting?
Sleeve of solid steel which the tube seals onto from inside using swaging
What is required for a flare type fitting?
Specialised tool
Why are flare type fittings used in engines?
Low vibration
What is the standard flare angle of flare type fittings?
37
What are the 2 types of flare fitting?
Single, double