{"product_id":"oem-goodman-flowrator-inlet-tube-for-arpf496116aa-b1796630","title":"OEM Goodman Flowrator Inlet Tube for ARPF496116AA — B1796630","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGoodman B1796630 Flowrator Inlet Tube\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe B1796630 is a genuine OEM flowrator inlet tube designed for the Goodman\/Amana \u003cstrong\u003eARPF496116AA\u003c\/strong\u003e air handler. This precision-formed copper tube feeds refrigerant into the flowrator (piston) metering device at the evaporator coil, ensuring correct refrigerant distribution and optimal cooling performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Refrigerant inlet feed to flowrator metering device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: Goodman\/Amana ARPF496116AA air handler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Formed copper tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Coil refrigerant circuit component\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM Part Number: B1796630\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRefrigerant tubing must match the factory bend radius, length, and inner diameter to maintain proper metering and avoid restrictions. The genuine OEM B1796630 is bent to spec for a brazed leak-free joint, while generic substitutes risk improper flow and capacity loss. Always specify the OEM tube for refrigerant-side reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced.\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacement requires recovering refrigerant, brazing the new tube, evacuating, and recharging the system. This is a job for an EPA-certified HVAC technician only. Improper installation can cause refrigerant leaks and void coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Direct Replacement","offer_id":63032402280819,"sku":"B1796630-GEN","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OEM","offer_id":63048242397555,"sku":"B1796630","price":7.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-tubing-copper-B1796630_3b5fa5d0-f946-462e-926b-7c530e7d11c7.jpg?v=1782948408","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-flowrator-inlet-tube-for-arpf496116aa-b1796630","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}