{"product_id":"oem-goodman-flowrator-inlet-tube-for-arpf36421ba-b1796630","title":"OEM Goodman Flowrator Inlet Tube for ARPF36421BA — B1796630","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman B1796630 Flowrator Inlet Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM refrigerant tube that feeds the flowrator (piston-style metering device) at the evaporator coil inlet of \u003cstrong\u003eARPF36421BA\u003c\/strong\u003e air handlers. It delivers liquid refrigerant from the line set to the metering piston, where it is throttled and distributed evenly across the coil for proper cooling capacity and efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM Part Number: B1796630\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart Type: Flowrator \/ metering-device inlet tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits Model: ARPF36421BA (Air Handler)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Copper tube assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Connects line-set liquid line to the flowrator piston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit: Direct OEM replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003egenuine Goodman OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e inlet tube is brazed and bent to the exact length and angle required to seat the flowrator and align with the distributor. A generic tube can stress the joint, restrict flow, or seat the piston incorrectly — hurting capacity and risking refrigerant leaks. OEM ensures correct metering and a clean braze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstall Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/strong\u003e — replacement involves opening the sealed refrigerant circuit, brazing, evacuation, and recharge. This part must be installed by an EPA 608-certified HVAC technician. Recover refrigerant before any cutting or brazing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Direct Replacement","offer_id":63032397791603,"sku":"B1796630-GEN","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048241938803,"sku":"B1796630","price":19.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-piston-B1796630_685a0b65-0c04-41fb-87d9-5c752ad74094.jpg?v=1782948391","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-flowrator-inlet-tube-for-arpf36421ba-b1796630","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}