{"product_id":"oem-goodman-3-8-seal-nut-kit-for-arpf182416ba-b1796632","title":"OEM Goodman 3\/8\" Seal \u0026 Nut Kit for ARPF182416BA — B1796632","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman B1796632 Seal and Nut (3\/8\")\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM sealing kit for the 3\/8-inch refrigerant fitting on \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman\/Amana ARPF182416BA\u003c\/strong\u003e air handler coils. This seal-and-nut combination ensures a leak-tight mechanical joint at the flowrator\/refrigerant connection. Over time seals harden and nuts gall, leading to slow refrigerant leaks and reduced cooling capacity — replacing them during any service keeps the connection tight and reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e B1796632\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seal and nut kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/8 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e ARPF182416BA air handler \/ coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goodman \/ Amana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leak-tight seal for the 3\/8\" refrigerant fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe seal material and nut thread pitch must match the fitting exactly to achieve a refrigerant-tight joint. Mismatched generic seals are a leading cause of nuisance leaks. The \u003cstrong\u003egenuine OEM B1796632\u003c\/strong\u003e guarantees the correct material durometer and thread fit for a dependable seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced — professional recommended.\u003c\/strong\u003e While the seal and nut themselves install with a wrench, the joint is part of the refrigerant circuit. Opening it requires proper refrigerant recovery, evacuation, and recharge by an EPA-certified technician. Always replace the seal whenever the fitting is broken loose.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Direct Replacement","offer_id":63032391369075,"sku":"B1796632-GEN","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048166343027,"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_6770dd21-9900-4856-a59d-3cce9856a1be.jpg?v=1782945942","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-3-8-seal-nut-kit-for-arpf182416ba-b1796632","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}