Liquidtight flexible metal conduit fittings our liquidtight line is the endall for liquidtight dusttight connections. A slightly thinner gauge than rmc, imc is light but strong. Flexible metal conduit fmc that is an unjacketed helically wound, formed, interlocking metal. Flexible metal conduit run conduit in food areasa the cover can be cleaned and sterilized without weakening or splitting. Liquidtight flexible metal conduit is a raceway of circular cross section having an outer liquidtight nonmetallic, sunlightresistant jacket over a flexible metal core.
Ul 360 standard for liquidtight flexible metal conduit. All our highperformance products are designed to deliver excellent. Liquidtight liquidtight fittings liquidator liquidtight flexible metallic conduit fittings 90 angle connectors malleable iron trade size cat. Integral rigid and flexible pvc construction ul type b flexible, nonmetallic liquidtight conduit nonmetallic liquidtight electrical tubing features. A raceway of circular crosssection made of helically wound, interlocked galvanized steel strip. Full wall steel flexible metal conduit afc cable systems.
Ul 1 standard for flexible metal conduit standards catalog. We are known for our high quality wiring conduits used in applications ranging from machine tools, computer wiring, office furniture, nuclear power plants, masstransit vehicles, military. Suitable for use with flexible metal conduit in class i, division 2 hazardous locations per nec 501. Ul and csa type lfmc 6200 series afc cable systems.
A conduit can be made of metal or plastic and may be rigid or flexible. Check this box to show only items that are usually in stock for your selected location. Use with lfmc in heavy commercial and industrial applications. Flexible metallic conduit connectors graybar store. Flexible metal conduit conduit fittings and mountings. Nec article 342 ww5c81 imc is manufactured as a cross between emt and rigid metal conduit rmc.
This conduit is made with highgrade galvanized steel to provide an excellent combination of strength and durability, and the interlocking design features continuous metal strips to offer integrity and. Check this box to show only items that are usually for picking up from your selected location. Liquidtight flexible conduits, metallic and nonmetallic, in contrast to rigid pvc conduit and electrical nonmetallic tubing, does not have wire temperature limitations. Safety when it comes to electrical raceways, we believe theres no safer option than metal conduit when youre looking for the best physical protection for wiring. The reduced wall flexible conduit is available in both highgrade galvanized steel and an aluminum alloy strip of uniform gauge for an excellent combination of. For 65 years, electriflex has been the electrical industry leader in innovation, quality. For use in machine centers and robotics temperature range. And you benefit from our expertise through our liquidtight and dusttight connections available for a. Conduit is constructed with galvanized steel, aluminum or stainless steel core, regular or extra flex. Alflex type rwa reduced wall aluminum flexible metal conduit. With afcs ul liquidtuff liquidtight flexible steel conduit for. Fmc protects electrical wiring in commercial and industrial buildings. Liquidtight flexible metal conduit fittings all our highperformance products are designed to deliver excellent reliability as well as ease of installation in virtually any application. Intermediate metal conduit imc our imc conforms to.
Aluminum conduit ensures strength and excellent corrosion resistance, and. Three choices of flexible conduit types are available. Liquidtight flexible metal conduits 8007576996 ul and csa type lfmc 6200 series scope. Product selector connectors for liquidtight flexible metal conduit lfmc ozgedney product family material finish trade size configurations selection key 4q and 4qt series malleable iron zinc electroplate 38 to 6 straight, 45, 90 standard liquidtight connector. With nearly 50 offerings, its breadth of line makes it the most diverse conduit line in the world with respect to sizes, types and colors available.
High quality conduit for a wide range of applications anamet electrical, inc. Afc cable systems flexible metal conduits are available in many different options ranging from reduced wall to full wall, from extra flexible to extra slinky styles flexible metal conduit is available with two different wall thicknesses. Either rigid or flexible, conduit protects the wires and is used in exposed locations, such as along the exterior surface of a wall. Flexible metal conduit is available with two different wall thicknesses. This nonjacketed flexible aluminum conduit has many universal wiring applications. And you benefit from our expertise through our liquidtight and dusttight connections available for a variety of conduits as well as portable cord.
Master bundle quantities conform to nema standard rn2. Greenfield flexible conduit greenfield electrical metal. Installation conduit used with standard liquidtight fitting for. Helaguard pcs galvanised steel conduit, pvc coating. Flexible metal conduit is also permitted for use on industrial machinery. Sealtite type ef liquidtight flexible metal conduit lfmc. Galflex type rws reduced wall steel flexible metal conduit. It can be cut to length and paired with outlet bodies, covers, gaskets, fittings, and other components to create a flexible conduit system for protecting and supporting electrical wiring. To couple 38 flexible metal conduit to 12 emt conduit. Metal clad cable, armored cable and flexible metal conduit continued flexible metal conduit ref. Greenfield flexible conduit greenfield electrical metal flex conduit.
Outer jacket is available for a variety of applications, e. This conduit meets nsfansi standard 169 for specialpurpose food equipment. There are many varieties of nonmetallic flexible conduit, but most share basic properties. In todays world the ability to valueengineer electrical conduit jobs to save time and money are critical. Liquidtight flexible metal conduit lfmc is a special type of fmc that has a plastic coating.
Varieties exist to handle communication cables, fiber optics, and other lowvoltage cabling. Conduit systems rta conduit systems accessories atex systems cable glands metalplastic systems polyamide systems pvc systems page 59 connectors spf 90. Products southwire is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of wire and cable, tools, components and assembled solutions. Conduit shall provide a flexible liquidtight raceway for wiring and shall be constructed of continuously interlocked hot dipped zinc galvanized steel core with an. Suitable for use at conduit temperatures of 80c dry, 60c wet and 60c oil resistant as required by section 156 of ansinfpa 791985 and ul 1660. Liquidtight flexible metal conduit fittings our liquidtight. For this application, the egs flexible metal conduit acts as a leaktight pressure boundary in an accident environment. The conduit sizes which will accommodate the cables are those with a conduit factor equal or greater than the sum of the cable factors.
Conduit is typically required where wiring is exposed or where it might be subject to damage. Cable capacities of conduit the following tables give guidance of the calculation of the number of singlecore p. Flexible metal conduit can be produced in trade sizes 1. Full wall is more robust and is specified where the specification calls for extra mechanical protection.
Flexible steel conduit is ideal for installations in close quarters which require extra flexibility. A raceway of circular crosssection made of helically wound, interlocked. When used with sealed fittings, it becomes watertight. Liquidtight flexible metal conduit is permitted to be used for exposed or concealed work, in dry, damp or wet locations indoors and outdoors. A type efl liquidtight flexible metal conduit lfmc. For this application, the egs flexible metal conduit acts as a leaktight pressure boundary in. It can be used for wet locations provided conductors within are lead covered or other approved type. The pages that follow detail the most diverse flexible electrical conduit line in the world, with. It is often referred to as greenfield or reduced wall flex. Maximum lengths are limited only by reel capacity and vary by size from 200ft for trade size 4 right up to 600ft for trade size 1 renewable energy applications afc offers ul listed hilow temp liquidtight flexible steel conduit lfmc that is also. Type atx flexible electrical conduit liquatite electriflex.
Nec article 348 flexible metal conduit can be used for exposed or concealed work in dry locations. Ul liquidtuff liquidtight flexible steel conduit designed for use as a raceway for power, control and communication. Learn what makes liquatite conduit the highest quality flexible electrical conduit in the industry. This conduit is intended for installation in accordance with article 350 of the nec ansinfpa70 and in section 14. Flexible metal conduit fmc has a spiral construction that enables it to snake through walls and other structures. Article 350 liquidtight flexible metal conduit article 502. Liquidtight flexible metal conduit fittings specifications installation. Armored cable and flexible metal conduit connectors. Here, meirion buck, senior design and technical manager at abb for adaptaflex, explains the valuable contribution of effective cable protection in the drive to add value to the supply chain. They are often constructed of pvc and feature a corrugated exterior.
Electriflex offers the broadest variety of liquidtight flexible metal conduits, ranging from ul listed and csa certified products to specialized conduits. May 19, 2020 the term electrical conduit refers to durable tubing or other types of enclosure used to protect and provide a route for individual electrical wiring conductors. The type of flexible conduit selected is based on the location of the structural joint and the environmental and physical exposure. The egs flexible metal conduit is another member of the nuclear qualified egs product line.
Type efl liquidtight flexible metal conduit lfmc construction constructed of continuously interlocked aluminum core for exceptional crush and corrosion resistance. Electriflex offers the broadest variety of liquidtight flexible metal conduits, ranging from ul listed and csa certified products to specialized conduits designed. Construction constructed of continuously interlocked hot dipped zinc galvanized steel core for exceptional crush and corrosion resistance. Conduit that is not marked with a temperature designation or is marked 60 c. Hot dipped galvanized steel 38 114 squarelock prol e with continuous bonding strip 112 4 fully interlocked prol e flexible pvc. The thicker flexible metal conduit is full wall and the thinner wall product is reduced wall flexible metal conduit. This conduit is intended for installation as a metal raceway for wires and cable in accordance with nec ansinfpa70 article 348, and is suitable as an equipment grounding conductor. Description type br is formed from a highly corrosionresistant hotdipped galvanized steel. Ultratite type nmhc hotcold liquidtight flexible nonmetallic conduit.
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