Rigid Conduit Electrical Conduit Fittings Names
Rigid metal conduit rmc and imc.
Rigid conduit electrical conduit fittings names. Konkore fittings rigid fittings are zinc plated and made from steel malleable iron and grey iron for long lasting durability. Liquid tight conduit fittings seal conduits to help prevent water and moisture intrusion and they re designed for use with plastic pvc metal and metal flexible conduit installations. Also known as conduit bodies these ports provide access to wire and cable inside thick wall rigid metal conduit for pulling splicing and maintenance. Electrical fittings manage and protect your wiring with these emt fittings liquid tite fittings rigid fittings and other commonly used wire maintenance products.
Rigid metal conduit or rmc is heavy duty galvanized steel tubing that is installed with threaded fittings. We also have conduit reducing bushings metallic and pvc conduit fitting and many other conduit accessories for use in completing your wiring installation. An electrical conduit is a tube used to protect and route electrical wiring in a building or structure. Electrical conduit encloses and protects electrical wire and cable.
Conduit is generally installed by electricians at the site of installation of electrical equipment. They are also used to change the direction of a run. Rigid imc conduit fittings. Our rigid fittings or often referred to as grc or rmc are used to join two lengths of conduit and couple conduit when it cannot be turned.
Electrical conduit may be made of metal plastic fiber or fired clay most conduit is rigid but flexible conduit is used for some purposes. Various fittings are used to join conduit lengths together connect them to boxes and enclosures and fasten them to walls and ceilings. Get free shipping on qualified rigid connector conduit fittings or buy online pick up in store today in the electrical department. They are also used to change the direction of a run.
The type of fitting you need depends on the type of conduit and the desired application.