Electrical Conduits & Electrical Raceways

Electrical Conduit

Electrical conduit is a specialized type of tubing used to route and protect electrical wiring. Conduit is designed to provide protection for wiring against impact, moisture, chemical vapors, and other hazards. The numbers, sizes, and types of conductors that can be installed through a conduit vary. Metal and plastic are the most popular and widely-used materials of construction, but fiber, fired clay, and other materials are not uncommon. In most instances, the conduit is rigid, with bends being added, as required. Tube bending is usually performed by trained pipe benders. For certain applications, flexible, waterproof, submersible, and gas-tight conduit is available. Special materials and coatings