OEM Goodman 3/8" Seal and Nut Kit for ARPF303016AA — B1796632

The Goodman B1796632 Seal and Nut is a genuine OEM 3/8-inch sealing kit for refrigerant and tubing connections on ARPF303016AA air handlers and compatible coil assemblies. It provides the leak-tight seal needed at flare and fitting joints so the system holds charge and operates at rated efficiency. Worn, hardened, or over-tightened seals are a frequent source of slow refrigerant leaks — this exact-fit kit restores a clean, dependable connection.

Specifications

• Size: 3/8 inch
• Includes: Seal and matching nut
• Material: Refrigerant-rated sealing element with brass/steel nut
• Function: Leak-tight tubing/flare connection
• Fits: Goodman ARPF303016AA air handler

OEM vs. Generic

This is the factory OEM kit (B1796632), sized to the precise thread pitch and seat geometry of Goodman connections. Generic seals and hardware-store nuts may not match the thread or seal seat, leading to slow leaks and repeat service calls. The OEM kit torques down to a reliable, factory-spec seal the first time.

Install Difficulty

Moderate (3/5). Replacing the seal and nut is straightforward, but because it lives on the refrigerant circuit the system may need to be recovered, the joint resealed, then evacuated and recharged. If the connection is part of the sealed system, treat it as technician-level work requiring EPA 608 certification.