{"product_id":"oem-goodman-3-8-seal-and-nut-for-aruf018-air-handler-b1796632-1","title":"OEM Goodman 3\/8\" Seal and Nut for ARUF018 Air Handler — B1796632","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman B1796632 Seal and Nut (3\/8\")\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM sealing fitting for \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman\/Amana ARUF018-00A-1A\u003c\/strong\u003e air handlers. This 3\/8-inch seal-and-nut assembly creates a leak-tight connection at the refrigerant line set or flowrator joint, preventing refrigerant loss and maintaining system pressure. A failed or hardened seal is a common source of slow refrigerant leaks and reduced cooling capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e B1796632 (OEM Goodman)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seal and nut fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/8 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e ARUF018-00A-1A air handlers (1.5 ton \/ 18,000 BTU)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leak-proof refrigerant line connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goodman \/ Amana air handler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003egenuine OEM seal and nut\u003c\/strong\u003e is machined to the precise thread pitch and sealing profile Goodman specifies for the ARUF018. Off-brand seals may use slightly different durometer material or thread tolerances, leading to weeping joints and repeat service calls. The factory part guarantees a positive seal on the first install.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModerate (Professional recommended).\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it sits on the refrigerant side, replacing this seal typically requires recovering and recharging the system. The fitting itself installs in minutes, but EPA-certified handling of refrigerant is required. Hire a licensed HVAC technician unless the line set is already open.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63057409442163,"sku":"GOODMAN-1687","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-3-8-seal-and-nut-for-aruf018-air-handler-b1796632-1","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}