How To Install Rigid Steel Conduit

The installation process of Rigid conduit (usually referring to rigid metal conduit) requires following certain steps and specifications to ensure the safety and reliability of electrical circuits. The following are the general steps for installing Rigid conduit:

1、 Preparation work

Familiar with construction drawings: Carefully read the construction drawings to understand the direction of electrical circuits, specifications, quantities, and installation positions of conduit pipes.

Material preparation: According to the requirements of the construction drawings, prepare the corresponding specifications and quantities of Rigid conduit, pipe clamps, joints, screws, sleeves, locking nuts and other materials, as well as necessary installation tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, measuring tools, etc.

Check material quality: Before installation, the Rigid conduit should be inspected to ensure that its surface is free of cracks and damage, and that the diameter meets the design requirements.

2、 Measurement and Marking

Determine the route: Use measuring tools to determine the routing of wires and cables, and mark them with a pencil on the wall or floor.

Draw the trajectory of the conduit: Based on the marked route, draw the trajectory of the Rigid conduit, ensuring that the trajectory is smooth and without excessive bending.

3、 Drilling and installation bracket

Drilling: Use an electric drill to drill holes at the marked locations, ensuring that the depth and diameter of the holes meet the requirements of the Rigid conduit. Avoid drilling too deep or too large a hole diameter, which may affect the installation quality of the conduit.

Installation bracket: Install a bracket or pipe clamp at the drilling position to secure the Rigid conduit. The installation of brackets or pipe clamps should be firm and reliable, and the spacing should meet the requirements of the specifications.

4、 Installation of conduit

Cutting and trimming: Use cutting tools to cut the Rigid conduit to the appropriate length according to actual needs. During the trimming process, the pipe mouth should be kept flat and free of burrs.

Install connector: Install the connector at the location where it needs to be connected and secure it to the conduit using a locking nut or sleeve. Ensure that the connector is tightly attached to the conduit without any gaps.

Laying conduit: Lay the Rigid conduit along the trajectory onto the bracket or pipe clamp, and fix the conduit to the bracket or pipe clamp with screws or other fasteners. When fixing, ensure that the connection between the conduit and the bracket or pipe clamp is firm and there is no shaking phenomenon.

5、 Wiring and inspection

Wiring: Thread wires and cables into rigid conduit, ensuring that wires of the same circuit are threaded through the same conduit, and the total cross-sectional area of the wires should not exceed 40% of the conduit area.

Inspection: After installation, the pipeline should be checked to ensure that it is unobstructed and free from blockages. At the same time, it is necessary to check whether the pipeline is damaged, deformed or not.

6、 Acceptance and recording

Acceptance: After installation, conduct acceptance testing to ensure that the connection quality and position of the Rigid conduit meet the design requirements.

Record: Keep construction records, including specifications, quantity, installation location, and other information of Rigid conduit, for subsequent maintenance and repair.

matters needing attention

During the installation process, electrical installation specifications and operational requirements should be followed to ensure installation quality and circuit safety.

Pay attention to construction safety and use electric drills and other tools to ensure safe use of electricity and avoid electric shock accidents. At the same time, it is necessary to wear protective equipment such as gloves, glasses, etc.

For places with special requirements, such as humid environments or flammable and explosive places, Rigid conduit and its accessories that meet the corresponding standards should be selected.

Please note that the above steps are only a general guide for installing Rigid conduit, and the specific installation process may vary depending on the actual situation. In the actual installation process, it is necessary to strictly follow the construction drawings and relevant specifications for operation.