Connectors help

[HullTiger86]

Hey people
Just installed my co2 from co2 art.
Think it's leaking just after the solenoid as I have had to turn the needle valve abit so its upright for the bubble counter to work. I have tried using gas sealing tape but still doesn't seem to work. Wondering if I should get another bubble counter that fits separate to the regulator.
Also I would like some elbows for the tubing what ones should I use? Not sure if normal airline elbows will cut it.

 

[HullTiger86]

Here's a pic of the regulator with the bubble counter. You can see the white tape I used between the solenoid and the needle valve.

It might not be leaking and I will check but feels like it is and making a sound.

 

[Andy Thurston]

Use lock tight 542 thread sealer.
I take it that you unscrewed the bubble counter about 90*
Looks like that reg is for a horizontal outlet not a vertical one like you have.
Your other option it to put as much ptfe on as you can, and still get the thread to start, not just the 3 full turns as recommended and make sure you wind it on the right way so it doesn't unwrap when you screw the fitting in

 

[HullTiger86]

I've ordered some of the sealant see if that works better then the tape.
It is a horizontal outlet yes and I had to turn it so it's vertical

 

[Andy Thurston]

You only need to coat the first few turns any more and it might be a problem to remove at a later date, if you need to. it needs a little time to set and its runny stuff

 

[HullTiger86]

Thanks mate.
How long does it take to set?

 

[Andy Thurston]

About 20-30 mins but it doesn't get its full strength for several hours

 

[HullTiger86]

That's fine I will leave it a good while when I do it to make sure