'Loc-line' questions

[MPevine11]

i want to upgrade the return i have for my sump/refuge

thinking about doing loc-line



how do i get this
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/store...g/y-fitting-for1-2-loc-line-modular-hose.html
onto my 1/2inch return?

 

[stingythingy45]

You might need the tool that looks like pliers from h*ll.
Then after you throw that out in the snow.You could try boiling the loc line to snap it together.
Then after you burn your hands and rip a few finger nails off you might get it together.Or crack the piece and start from scratch again.lol

 

[MPevine11]

so the piece wont just go onto my 1/2 in cpvc pipe?

 

[stevenp]

You might need the tool that looks like pliers from h*ll.
Then after you throw that out in the snow.You could try boiling the loc line to snap it together.
Then after you burn your hands and rip a few finger nails off you might get it together.Or crack the piece and start from scratch again.lol

I got a laugh out of this post as I've experienced several Loc-Line injuries

FME, the "pliers from hell" really do work OK once you get the hang of them.

 

[stingythingy45]

I have read multiple times that it's quite hard to get to snap together.
I have not personally delt with the 1/2 lock line used for returns in tanks.
Mostly the coolant loc line for machining and turning coolant applications.
It can be a challenge to get together.I have heard that veg. oil can help snap it together.

 

[stevenp]

so the piece wont just go onto my 1/2 in cpvc pipe?

No. You'll need some adapters: slip PVC to NPT, and an NPT to Loc-Line fitting.

 

[MPevine11]

so it doesn't attach right to pvc you need a special part?

 

[stevenp]

You'll need one of these (link). From there you can convert it to your 1/2" PVC with fittings from HD/Lowes.

 

[MPevine11]

thank you for that link
i have the other connector already for the end