Aluminum EMT Specifications
Aluminum EMT Specifications
Specifications
American Conduit PullEase™ is a new patented design from the aluminum engineering experts at Hydro Extrusions. Our engineering teams developed the ribbed interior design to reduce friction and provide a wire pulling experience on par with traditional EMT- but without messy lubrication. In addition, PullEase™ aluminum EMT weighs about half as much as steel EMT, for cost savings during transport, and easier installation handling at the job site. American Conduit PullEase™ aluminum electrical metallic tubing (EMT) uses a 6000 series alloy, 98.5% pure aluminum.
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Specification Compliance:
- Underwriters’ Laboratories UL797A
- ANSI C80.3
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Recommended Installation Practices:
- Fishing and Wire Pulling: Because aluminum is much lighter than steel, there are some differences in wire feed. Our patented internal ribbed design means PullEase™ EMT requires less pulling force than other aluminum EMT, and will feel much like pulling traditional EMT. Lubrication is not necessary with PullEase™ EMT. Polyethylene fish tapes and polypropylene rope are recommended. Use of flat steel tapes should be avoided.
- Cutting: Use your standard EMT cutting tools, and you’ll get fast, easy cuts. Do not use roll-type tubing cutters. Take special care not to flare the ends when reaming the inside of EMT.
- Bending: Conventional EMT bending equipment (hand, ratchet, power) may be used for Aluminum EMT. Because aluminum is lighter than steel, there will be a difference in required bending pressure.
- Fittings: Both steel and die-cast fittings are approved for use with aluminum EMT. See NEC 358.14 for specific details on fitting compatibility.
- Soil or Concrete Installation: Underwriters’ Laboratories Electrical Construction Equipment Directory (UL Green Book) states that aluminum conduit used in concrete or in contact with soil requires supplemental corrosion protection. Examples are paints and tape wraps approved for the purpose, or PVC coated aluminum conduit.
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