Connecting the Apex 1/4 flow sensor, how?

OfficeReefer · Jul 31, 2022

This is a silly but simple question. I don't see the typical 1/4 vinyl connections on the Apex 1/4 flow sensor. It says push to fit, however the 1/4" vinyl tubing does not want to fit through the caps into the sensor. I presumed they went over it and then tightened down the connection but it's almost like its expecting flexible tubing. Anyone know how this is connected or have one working they could share?

Apex FMM Flow Sensor – 1/4″ (FS-25) RODI - Neptune Systems

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Haven't seen much video on this version, just the larger sizes. Any advice or thoughts welcome.

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blaxsun · Jul 31, 2022

Here are the instructions Neptune indicates:

Flow Sensor Installation

Please view the FMK Get Started Guide video for your model of Apex (2016 or Classic) before installing your new flow sensors! This sticky serves to emphasize several points made in the videos, as well as provide additional tips and other info to help you properly install your flow sensors...

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OfficeReefer · Aug 1, 2022

Strange. I saw the image, however my 1/4" RODI tubing does not wish to go through this. It's like they didn't finish the connector and left a 1mm plastic burr around the ID of the connector. Let me see if I can add an image this evening.

OfficeReefer · Aug 6, 2022

Here's what I was talking about. Notice the tubing will not go through the nut. It's like there's some burr on the edges preventing it through, even with force. Is this normal?