E-Z Clip Series Fitting, 5/8-18 Female O-Ring (Short Pilot), -06 Hose, Straight

For a -06 hose build, this fitting matches that hose size and it’s part of the E-Z Clip system that calls out GH134 Multi-Refrigerant hose. On the connection side, it’s a straight 5/8-18 female O-ring style end with a short pilot, and it uses the seal part 1F40106-06.

Closing the clips properly requires the FT1357 Clip Closing Pliers. A heavy crimping machine is not necessary since the system snaps together by hand but standard shop pliers will not squeeze the connections squarely. Make sure to lubricate the nipple generously with compressor oil before sliding it in.

You'll need a few things on hand before assembly. The fitting itself requires clip closing pliers (FT1357), a guillotine blade or equivalent cutting tool for squaring the hose end, two appropriately sized clips and a cage, and refrigerant oil that's compatible with your system. The nipple assembly comes with two black O-rings already installed, and those should stay put. Do not remove or replace them. GH134 Multi-Refrigerant hose is the specified hose type for this system. Once you've got all that together, the process moves pretty quick.