The other end that fills into that Shrader (SP?) valve needs to be able to handle really HP too. I hate probes but have no problem with foster fittings. Seems a solution to a problem that really doesn’t exist.
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Thinking about moving away from Foster fittings and Fill Probes
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You’re reinventing the wheel here.
Locking fittings are not difficult to use and they serve a specific purpose.
Industry standard is there for a reason.
Too much brain damage re-thinking a working effective system imho.
Locking fittings are not difficult to use and they serve a specific purpose.
Industry standard is there for a reason.
Too much brain damage re-thinking a working effective system imho.
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Nitrogen filling up to 4k psi with Shrader valves is common, it's not at all a safety hazard. You just need the rated fittings and they are pricey!
The A-6 Intruder for example, took 3k in the struts for preload and the emergency landing gear blowdown took 4.2k. Both were filled with Shrader valves and whips.
The A-6 Intruder for example, took 3k in the struts for preload and the emergency landing gear blowdown took 4.2k. Both were filled with Shrader valves and whips.
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