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The Goodman B1796630 Flowrator Inlet Tube is a genuine OEM refrigerant metering component engineered specifically for the ARUF036-00A-1A air handler. This inlet tube routes liquid refrigerant into the flowrator (fixed-orifice) metering device feeding the evaporator coil, ensuring correct refrigerant distribution and rated cooling performance. A worn, kinked, or corroded inlet tube can cause poor cooling, frosting, or improper subcooling — replacing it with the exact OEM part restores factory specification.
This is a genuine OEM Goodman part built to the factory's exact length, bend radius, and fitting dimensions, guaranteeing a leak-free brazed connection. Generic or universal tubes often require field re-bending and can introduce restriction or leak points. For a metering circuit, exact geometry matters — the OEM tube is the safe choice.
Hard (Professional Recommended). Installation requires recovering refrigerant, brazing, evacuating, and recharging the system. EPA Section 608 certification is required. Always isolate power and follow proper refrigerant handling procedures.