TVL-EIM 12

3rd Quarter
Week 3

Development and Quality Assurance Team

Developer: Rey G. Patonongon

Evaluator: Elnie Anthony P. Barcena
Jose P. Calipayan, Jr.
Richard C. Intano
Kenny John C. Grustan
Learning Area Supervisor: Elnie Anthony P. Barcena

Illustration Credits:
Title Page Art: Marieto Cleben V. Lozada
Title Page Graphics: Bryan L. Arreo
Visual Cues Art: Ivin Mae M. Ambos

Competency: Install non-metallic conduit (PVC) (TVL_IAEI12ET-IIIc-1)

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 Objectives: At the end of the week, you shall have
o determined the PEC provision on the installation of non-metallic conduit;
o applied the maximum numbers of conductors allowed in trade size conduit, and;
o manifested appreciation in the PEC provisions in the installation of non-metallic conduit

Learner’s Tasks

Lesson Overview
This lesson is all about the PEC provisions on the installation of non-metallic conduit (PVC).
Polyvinyl chloride protection (PVC) is widely used electrical material specially in the installation of
wiring in damp locations and concealed areas.

PEC Provision on the Installation of non-metallic conduit (PVC)

3.58.1 General.
3.58.1.1 Scope. This article covers the use, installation, and construction specifications for
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and associated fittings.

3.58.1.2 Definition.
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC). An unthreaded thin wall raceway of circular cross section designed for
the physical protection and routing of conductors and cables and for use as an equipment grounding
conductor when installed utilizing appropriate fittings.

3.58.1.6 Listing Requirements. PVC, factory elbows, and associated fittings shall be listed.

3.58.2 Installation.
3.58.2.1 Uses Permitted.
A. Exposed and Concealed. The use of PVC shall be permitted for both exposed and
concealed work.
B. Corrosion Protection. PVC, elbows, couplings, and fittings shall be permitted to be
installed in concrete, in direct contact with the earth, or in areas subject to severe
corrosive influences where protected by corrosion protection and judged suitable for
the condition.
C. Wet Locations. All supports, bolts, straps, screws, and so forth shall be of corrosion-
resistant materials or protected against corrosion by corrosion-resistant materials.

3.58.2.3 Uses not permitted. PVC shall not be used under the following conditions:
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1. Where, during installation or afterward, it will be subjected to severe physical damaged.
2. Where protected from corrosion solely by enamel
3. In cinder concrete or cinder fill where subject to permanent moisture unless protected
on all sides by a layer of noncinder concrete at least 50 mm thick or unless the tubing is
at least 450 mm under the fill.
4. In any hazardous (classified)location except as permitted by 5.2.2.1, 5.3.2.1, and 5.4.1.20

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 5. For the support of luminaires (fixtures) or other equipment except conduit bodies no
larger than the largest raceway size of the tubing.

Maximum number of conductors allowed in trade size conduit from ½ - 3 inches.

Conduit trade
½ ¾ 1 1¼ 1½ 2 2½ 3
size
Conductor
Type letter
size
TW, XHHW 14 9 15 25 44 60 99 142
12 7 12 19 35 47 78 111 171
10 5 9 15 26 36 60 85 131
8 2 4 7 12 17 28 40 62
RHW, RHH,THW 14 6 10 16 29 40 65 93 143
12 4 8 13 24 32 53 76 117
10 4 6 11 19 26 42 61 95
8 1 3 5 10 13 22 32 49
TW,THW,RHW 6 1 2 4 7 10 16 23 36
RHH(without 4 1 1 3 5 7 12 17 27
covering
3 1 1 2 4 5 10 15 23
2 1 1 2 4 5 9 13 20
1 1 1 3 4 6 9 14

Activity 1.
2 T if the statement is True. Write your answer on the
Direction: Write F if the statement is False and Write
separate sheet of paper.

1. The use of PVC shall be permitted for both exposed and concealed work.
2. The use of PVC shall be permitted during installation or afterward, it will be subjected to severe
physical damaged.
3. In installation of PVC supports, bolts, straps, screws, and so forth shall be of corrosion-resistant
materials or protected against corrosion by corrosion-resistant materials.

Activity 2.

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Direction: Write the correct answer in the blank provided. Write your answer on the separate sheet of
paper.

1. How many TW#14 are allowed in the #¾ trade size of conduit? _____________
2. What is the trade size of conduit that can allowed 7 XHHW conductors with a size of 12mm?
____________________
3. How many THW#10 are allowed in the #2 trade size of conduit? _____________

Activity 3.
Give at least 2 Advantages and Disadvantages of the PEC provisions in the installation of non-
metallic conduit. Write your answer on the separate sheet of paper. (Answers may vary)

Advantages Disadvantages
1. 1.
2. 2.

Formative Test
3 Write your answer on the separate sheet of paper.
Choose the letter that corresponds to your answer.

1. What is the trade size of conduit that are allowed to carry the 16 RHW conductors with a size of
14mm?
A. 1 B. 1 ¼ C. 2 D. 2 ½

2. How many RHH #12 conductor are allowed in the #1 trade size conduit?
A. 19 B. 12 C. 13 D. 3

Answer the following questions:

3. What will happen to the Electrical system if the total number of conductors in a trade size conduit
exceeds its allowable capacity?
4. What is the effect of ignoring the PEC provisions in installing nonmetallic conduit?
5. Why is it important to follow the PEC provisions in installing nonmetallic conduit?
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 Answer Key

Activity 1.

1. T
2. F
3. T

Activity 2.

1. 15 conductors
2. ½ trade size of conduit
3. 42 conductors

Activity 3.

Advantages Disadvantages

Safety for the building occupants. During installation or afterward, it will

be subjected to severe physical
damaged.
Safety of the appliances Can cause danger
PEC provisions gives us the Can cause of fire
warning from danger.

References
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Ulysses B. Balana, Electricity III: BEC Based.

Institute of International Electrical Engineering of the Philippines Incorporated, 2000 Edition, Philippine
Electrical Code (PEC).

Online Resource:
https://flexbooks.ck12.org/cbook/ck-12-middle-school-physical-science-flexbook-
2.0/section/8.3/primary/lesson/dangers-and-uses-of-radiation-ms-ps

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