{"product_id":"oem-goodman-3-8-in-seal-and-nut-for-arpf48601ba-air-handler-b1796632-1","title":"OEM Goodman 3\/8 in Seal and Nut for ARPF48601BA Air Handler — B1796632","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman B1796632 Seal and Nut (3\/8 inch)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the genuine OEM sealing kit used at the flowrator and refrigerant tubing connections on \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman ARPF48601BA\u003c\/strong\u003e air handlers. The seal and matching nut create a leak-tight joint at the 3\/8\" fitting, preventing refrigerant loss that would otherwise reduce cooling capacity and raise energy costs. Replacing the seal whenever a fitting is opened is best practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e B1796632\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seal and nut assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/8 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leak-tight refrigerant fitting seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goodman \/ Amana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e ARPF48601BA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003egenuine Goodman OEM seal and nut\u003c\/strong\u003e is machined to the exact thread pitch and sealing surface of the factory fitting. Generic seals may be the wrong durometer or thread spec, leading to slow refrigerant leaks that are difficult to diagnose. OEM guarantees a proper, lasting seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty: Moderate\u003c\/strong\u003e — While the seal itself installs in minutes, it sits on the sealed refrigerant circuit, so opening the joint requires recovery and recharge by an EPA-certified technician. Torque the nut to spec to avoid over- or under-tightening. Professional installation recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63057408852339,"sku":"GOODMAN-1644","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-3-8-in-seal-and-nut-for-arpf48601ba-air-handler-b1796632-1","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}