Which 5052 for fuel lines?

CharlieWaffles · #1 08-30-2011, 09:22 PM

ACS sells 2 different 3/8" pipes, one with an inner diameter of .305 and the other of .277. Which ones are people using?

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalo...mtube_5052.php

TS Flightlines · #2 08-31-2011, 05:17 AM

I'd use the .049 wall---stronger, and makes a nicer bend because of the wall thickness.
Tom

Wayne Gillispie · #3 08-31-2011, 06:36 AM

I used .035" wall thickness for both fuel and brakes. It is the same thickness as vans supplied 3003, nearly twice the fatigue strength. Much nicer flares too. I am sure both would work fine. Order two extra 6' pieces just for practice as acs ships in a long tube and it cost more to ship. If you think you will need some angle for your panel or extra hinge mat now is the time to order that too.