208-07 - Tube Fittings and Connection Methods
Learning objectives
- Compare the use of a tube cutter and a hacksaw to cut tubing
- Identify methods to remove burrs from tubing cuts
- Describe different types of tub fittings and their materials of construction
- Explain how to perform each of the following activities: flare tubing, use compression fittings, solder tube and fitting joints, and bead a tube
Course overview
As discussed in previous courses, many industries use tubing to aid different tasks. Since a variety of fittings are available for connecting tubing, several methods are used to make the connections that play a large role in ensuring tubing system reliability.
The Tube Fittings and Connection Methods training course describes various methods to properly cut and join tubing segments. This online course discusses:
- Tube cutting
- Tube fittings
- Tube flare method
- Compression fittings method
- Tube soldering
- Tube beading
Tube Fittings and Connection Methods is part of the Piping and Tubing training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
