{"product_id":"oem-goodman-3-8-in-seal-and-nut-for-aruf032-00a-1b-air-handler-b1796632","title":"OEM Goodman 3\/8 in. Seal and Nut for ARUF032-00A-1B Air Handler — B1796632","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGoodman B1796632 Seal and Nut (3\/8 in.)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Goodman \u003cstrong\u003eB1796632\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM \u003cstrong\u003e3\/8-inch seal and nut\u003c\/strong\u003e assembly for the \u003cstrong\u003eARUF032-00A-1B\u003c\/strong\u003e air handler. This sealing hardware creates a leak-tight mechanical connection at the 3\/8\" fitting, maintaining system integrity at the coil or line connection. Even a minor seal failure can cause refrigerant or condensate leakage, so using the factory-spec part is important for a dependable repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM Part Number: B1796632\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponent Type: Seal and Nut Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting Size: 3\/8 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Goodman (also fits Amana)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned For: ARUF032-00A-1B Air Handler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Leak-tight sealed connection at 3\/8\" joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe OEM B1796632 includes the correctly sized nut and matched seal rated for the operating pressures and temperatures of the ARUF032 application. Generic hardware-store substitutes may use the wrong thread pitch or an incompatible seal material, leading to leaks. For an inexpensive sealing part, the genuine assembly is the safe choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Moderate\u003c\/strong\u003e — the nut threads on and torques to spec in minutes, but if the seal is on a refrigerant connection the system must be evacuated and recharged afterward, which requires an EPA-certified technician. Always inspect for leaks after reassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Direct Replacement","offer_id":63032405426547,"sku":"B1796632-GEN","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048165458291,"sku":"B1796632","price":10.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-gasket-seal-flat-B1796632_ed89cbcd-fa17-4cf4-a7ea-381d5c16f829.jpg?v=1782945911","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-3-8-in-seal-and-nut-for-aruf032-00a-1b-air-handler-b1796632","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}