{"product_id":"oem-goodman-flowrator-inlet-tube-for-arpf486016ba-air-handler-b1796630-1","title":"OEM Goodman Flowrator Inlet Tube for ARPF486016BA Air Handler — B1796630","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman B1796630 Flowrator Inlet Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM refrigerant metering tube assembly designed for the \u003cstrong\u003eARPF486016BA\u003c\/strong\u003e air handler. The flowrator (piston) inlet tube delivers liquid refrigerant into the evaporator coil at the correct metering point, supporting proper superheat and cooling capacity. A damaged, kinked, or leaking inlet tube causes poor cooling, frosting, and refrigerant loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM Part Number: B1796630\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Model: Goodman ARPF486016BA Air Handler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponent Type: Flowrator (fixed-orifice) inlet tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Liquid refrigerant metering and distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Copper tubing assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Goodman (genuine OEM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003egenuine Goodman OEM tube\u003c\/strong\u003e is sized and bent to match the coil's distributor and orifice exactly, ensuring correct refrigerant flow. Generic tubing risks improper metering and brazing-fit issues. Choose OEM for reliable performance and warranty compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard.\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires recovering refrigerant, brazing connections, evacuating, and recharging the system. \u003cstrong\u003eEPA Section 608 certification required\u003c\/strong\u003e — professional installation only. Not a DIY repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63057408524659,"sku":"GOODMAN-1629","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-flowrator-inlet-tube-for-arpf486016ba-air-handler-b1796630-1","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}