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Title: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: TF89 on August 23, 2018, 02:11:46 PM
I have looked around and don't see what the part number is for the McMaster-Carr quad o-ring.  I've seen lots of reference to the 113 o-ring, just not for the quad.

Does anyone have that information?

Thank you,

Dave
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: Tucobenedicto on August 23, 2018, 02:37:31 PM
External diameter of 113 is 0.666" nominal,just search a quad the same diameter (a bit more can be even better for a tight fit in the tube) and about 0.1" of thickness.
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: Bentong on August 23, 2018, 02:56:03 PM
I have seen others use garden hose gasket.
Try here >> https://www.theoringstore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=367_2205_829_831&products_id=35140&zenid=d94a8edd9edcb6d8663efee4ef11f46c (https://www.theoringstore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=367_2205_829_831&products_id=35140&zenid=d94a8edd9edcb6d8663efee4ef11f46c)

http://www.oringsandmore.com/x-rings-size-113-price-for-10-pcs/ (http://www.oringsandmore.com/x-rings-size-113-price-for-10-pcs/)
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: Tucobenedicto on August 23, 2018, 03:09:39 PM
I have seen others use garden hose gasket.
Try here >> https://www.theoringstore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=367_2205_829_831&products_id=35140&zenid=d94a8edd9edcb6d8663efee4ef11f46c (https://www.theoringstore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=367_2205_829_831&products_id=35140&zenid=d94a8edd9edcb6d8663efee4ef11f46c)

http://www.oringsandmore.com/x-rings-size-113-price-for-10-pcs/ (http://www.oringsandmore.com/x-rings-size-113-price-for-10-pcs/)
My bad,nominal external diameter is actually 3/4,not sure if an x ring can respond well in a Bstaley tune,can't be too soft?
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: TF89 on August 23, 2018, 03:15:12 PM
That is why I was hoping for a part number that people have actually used.  I looked on the site and I see a number of variables with the quad ring and I really don't want to re-discover when others have gone before ;D.
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: Tucobenedicto on August 23, 2018, 03:19:22 PM
That is why I was hoping for a part number that people have actually used.  I looked on the site and I see a number of variables with the quad ring and I really don't want to re-discover when others have gone before ;D.
I hear you  ;D better to wait someone else jump in.
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: mobilehomer on August 23, 2018, 04:01:27 PM
Look no further. Exactly what you want.
http://www.jsairrifles.com/Marauder-Pistol-P-Rod-O-Ring-Hammer-Buffer_p_46.html (http://www.jsairrifles.com/Marauder-Pistol-P-Rod-O-Ring-Hammer-Buffer_p_46.html)
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: TF89 on August 23, 2018, 04:21:24 PM
Thanks Ken.  I did see those, however I was looking for little more quantity than just the 3 in a pack.

Now that I know what the various names are for the quad/x-ring/Quattro o-ring I found these.  Thanks to Bentong for leading me in what I think is the right direction.

Chemical-Resistant Viton® Fluoroelastomer O-Ring
https://www.mcmaster.com/#6540k137/=1ea8tpp (https://www.mcmaster.com/#6540k137/=1ea8tpp)


x-Profile Oil-Resistant Buna-N O-Ring
https://www.mcmaster.com/#90025k228/=1ea8uao (https://www.mcmaster.com/#90025k228/=1ea8uao)

Not sure which one would be better?


I made an edit as I messed up on the names.  Sorry to all concerned.
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: Tucobenedicto on August 23, 2018, 05:24:37 PM
I vote for the quad ring,i think can last longer.
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: nervoustrigger on August 23, 2018, 07:03:28 PM
This is a very low stress application for O-rings.  Why would an X profile last longer?
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: ray1377 on August 23, 2018, 10:51:48 PM
Don't hold me to it, but I remember reading just a few days ago about a fellow having good luck with square profile o-rings instead of the usual round ones.
https://www.mcmaster.com/#square-o-rings/=1eadx1z (https://www.mcmaster.com/#square-o-rings/=1eadx1z)

Thanks
Ray
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: moorepower on August 23, 2018, 10:53:25 PM
I will try to look tomorrow. I just got a bag of 3/4” OD square orings from McMaster Carr. I think 70 durometer. That’s what I use and am happy with them.
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: Tucobenedicto on August 24, 2018, 04:47:30 AM
This is a very low stress application for O-rings.  Why would an X profile last longer?
Not the X,i think the square profile can last longer in the hammer contact zone,but is just a thinkering.
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: FuzzyGrub on August 26, 2018, 02:53:37 PM
I have been using a combination of X and O, and thin spacer.


Hammer   XOX||   Valve
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: screwwork on August 26, 2018, 02:57:18 PM
Dr Fuzzy is in the house.
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: Back_Roads on August 27, 2018, 12:06:43 AM
I have been using a combination of X and O, and thin spacer.


Hammer   XOX||   Valve
That reminds me of a regulator washer stack ... hmm  :-\
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: TF89 on August 27, 2018, 02:04:00 AM
I have been using a combination of X and O, and thin spacer.


Hammer   XOX||   Valve

Hi John,

Can you go into a little more detail on how you did it?  I'm about to order some square o-rings and it would be nice to get it right the first order.

Thank you,

Dave
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: pecor on August 27, 2018, 06:00:15 AM
When I strip her down next time, I'm Going to give garden hose washers a try, ;)
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: FuzzyGrub on August 27, 2018, 08:10:56 AM
I have been using a combination of X and O, and thin spacer.


Hammer   XOX||   Valve

Hi John,

Can you go into a little more detail on how you did it?  I'm about to order some square o-rings and it would be nice to get it right the first order.

Thank you,

Dave

I've used BunaN, 70D,  x-ring and o-ring are 113.  The main advantage to x-ring is they hold their position better in the airtube. Square O-rings work too, just the whole stack needs to be all square.   I also use a little moly grease to help hold them in place.

I can't say I have any proof the XOX works better than square, but it gives the BSB a little more mystique.   ;)

The shim needs to be from 1/2 - 2/3rds the thickness of the 113 o-ring.  I have sourced these from local H/W stores.  You can use thin ss fender washers, but will need to grind off some of the outer edge to fit in the airtube.  Neoprene washers of the right thickness are easier to install.  Some moly on the back side to keep it next to valve. 

The shim keeps the throw adjustment within 1 turn of full CCW for a 16 FPE tune.  I use a 0.110" TP and a 0.3" OD X 1.5" X 0.042" Music Wire hammer spring.  If your power goal is 12FPE or less, go with 4 O-rings, no shim.  If 20FPE +, go with just the 3 O-rings. 
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: TF89 on August 27, 2018, 11:17:58 AM
Thank you very much John!!!  If you don't mind my asking, where did you buy your spring from?  Also at 16fpe, what is your fill and shot count.

Again,

Thank you,

Dave
Title: Re: P-rod quad o-ring size for bstaley tune
Post by: FuzzyGrub on August 27, 2018, 01:59:46 PM
Thank you very much John!!!  If you don't mind my asking, where did you buy your spring from?  Also at 16fpe, what is your fill and shot count.

Again,

Thank you,

Dave

I bought the spring from McMaster-Carr, but the exact part number does not look like it is available anymore.

24 shots @ 16FPE W/14.66g FTT, within 4% ES, on a 3K fill