BSP ⅛" thread leak?

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mc_tt
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BSP ⅛" thread leak?

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Hey all,
I'm using the "Best Fittings Charging Kit 200/300 DIN bar" and the "Best Fittings Adaptor 200/232 bar DIN Female — ⅛ BSP Male" together to fill a Morini cylinder, but it seems like air leaks from the ⅛" BSP Female and the ⅛" BSP Male connection. Also, I'm unsure if the threads are BSPP or BSPT, the website doesn't say. Pictures for reference.
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There is a gasket in the ⅛" BSP Female.

Thanks
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m1963
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Re: BSP ⅛" thread leak?

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Contact BEST fittings and let them know what the problem is. They will send you the correct parts, and instructions.
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Re: BSP ⅛" thread leak?

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I forget if it is BSP 1/8" or not, but some connections require a copper washer. Best Fittings is great to work with, and I'm sure they will help you sort it out.
mc_tt
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Re: BSP ⅛" thread leak?

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Thanks all, I’ll report back when I have an answer
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Re: BSP ⅛" thread leak?

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I contacted Best Fittings and they were helpful. The solution is to use a spanner to tighten the connection, which worked! I was originally just using my fingers.
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Re: BSP ⅛" thread leak?

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Great news! I have an identical valve on which the pressure relief button flew off after many years of use. BEST fittings sent me the parts and instructions to fix it- gratis. A great company to deal with, for sure.
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