When it comes to metal electrical conduit, the reasons to choose aluminum are plentiful, to say the least. If you want the highest quality aluminum conduit available, turn to the professionals with American Conduit. We will provide you with a product you’ll use for years to come, one that will stand up to any sort of weather, and will be completely safe no matter how volatile your working environment may be.
A Quick Look at Our Products
We provide two main types of aluminum conduit – RMC (rigid metal conduit) and PullEase EMT (electrical metallic tubing). RMC is stronger and stiffer than EMT. It’s usually installed at the service-entrance mast, the one that connects to the base of an electric meter. EMT is very thin and pliable, used both inside as well as outdoors. It protects wiring from accidental damage. EMT is typically used for wiring that runs to electrical receptacles and light fixtures.
The Reasons to Turn to Aluminum
American Conduit offers RMC and PullEase EMT that is not only cost-effective, but also incredibly affordable. We can do this because we have a virtually unlimited supply on hand. At any time, we have about a million pounds in our network of stocking warehouses that reaches across the nation. We also have distributors throughout the country as well. That means you’ll get what you need, and when you need it.
Here are just some of the advantages of using aluminum conduit.
- Lightweight – Aluminum conduit is about a third the density of steel, but it’s just as strong. Most aluminum conduit has a tensile strength of anywhere from 150-300 MPa. Unlike steel, which becomes brittle at extremely low temperatures, aluminum actually gets stronger.
Reflectivity – Since aluminum does a great job of reflecting light as well as heat, you can use it in just about any type of application you can imagine. - Durability – Once aluminum is exposed to oxygen, it forms a natural layer of aluminum oxide. This keeps it from developing rust or corrosion. The same can’t be said for steel. This layer is actually pretty amazing. It can repair itself if it’s damaged in any way.
- Conducts electricity and heat – Aluminum conduit is an excellent conductor of electricity as well as heat. Not only is it one-third the weight of steel, it’s nearly half the weight of copper, a material typically used in conductors.
- Convenience – PullEase aluminum EMT can easily be manipulated using the tools you already have on hand. You won’t need to go purchase special equipment.
- Cost – Aluminum costs anywhere from 10-20 percent less per foot than steel. In addition to saving money on material, you’ll also save money on labor. The reason is that you won’t have to assign as many workers to an installation. One will be able to maneuver your aluminum conduit into place, as well as install it. With steel, you’d need at least two, and possibly three workers. You could slash your labor costs, while at the same time substantially increasing your efficiency.
These are only a few reasons to choose aluminum for your metal electrical conduit. If you would like to learn more, please get in touch with American Conduit whenever you like. You can use our convenient online form, or you can call us at 1 (800) 334-6825.