CABLES AND CONDUITS

CABLES AND CONDUITS

Cables and conduits are integral parts of an electrical
system. Electrical cables are used for transmitting power,
while the electrical conduits help in promoting safety by
keeping a bunch of cables safe together.
CABLES AND CONDUITS
An electrical conduit is a metal or plastic pipe through which electrical
wires are run. Available in either rigid or flexible forms, a conduit protects
the wires and is used in exposed locations as well as in unfinished areas,
and in surface-mounted installations outdoors.
D TYPES OF CONDUITS

PVC Conduit EMTConduit Flexible Metal

Conduit
 PVC Conduit
• They are often used in wet
locations and underground
applications.
• They have their own PVC
fittings, couplings,
connectors and elbows.
• They are quite easy to
attach to one another with
PVC glue and a cleaner.
D TYPES OF CONDUITS

PVC Conduit EMT Conduit Flexible Metal

Conduit
 EMT Conduit
• They are lightweight and
easy to bend.
• They are mainly used
within the walls, but are
prone to damage unlike
rigid conduit or IMC.
D TYPES OF CONDUITS

PVC Conduit EMT Conduit Flexible Metal

Conduit
Flexible Metal Conduit
This conduit is great for
areas that require close
quarters and tight bends,
which would otherwise be
difficult to achieve with a
regular conduit as you can’t
easily bend it.
D TYPES OF CONDUITS

PVC Conduit EMT Conduit Flexible Metal

Conduit
D TYPES OF CONDUITS

IMC Conduit Rigid Metal Conduit

 IMC Conduit
• This is a thicker conduit
which is galvanized.
• This makes it a great choice
for outdoor installations.
• You can also use it in
exposed walls in garages,
basements and areas where
the conduit can be hit or
damaged.
D TYPES OF CONDUITS

IMC Conduit Rigid Metal Conduit

Rigid Metal Conduit
• This is the thickest and
heaviest of all the
conduits, making it
suitable for usage in
extreme condition areas.
• It can also be used to run
wires under driveways and
service feeder
installations.
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 CABLES AND CONDUITS
Cables were invented after the invention of the ropes. In the earlier days,
ropes made of several strands of fibers like hemp were used to hoist
different things. As time passed, the demand for stronger cables grew and
steel cables were produced. Then the wire ropes became common in the
industrial processes and finally, electrical cables came about.
ND TYPES OF CABLES

Aluminum Cables Copper Cables Industrial Cables

 Aluminum Cables
• These are the most
extensively used cables.
Aluminum cables are known for
high electrical conductivity and
are quite lightweight, ductile,
non-magnetic
• Can be used in electric and
telephone lines, motor
industry and for numerous
other heavy duty applications.
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Aluminum Cables Copper Cables Industrial Cables

Copper Cables
• They are majorly used in
electronics, mining,
telecommunication and
transportation.
• They have high electrical
conductivity and are
flexible, ductile and
lightweight.
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Aluminum Cables Copper Cables Industrial Cables

 Industrial Cables
• These cables are
specifically designed to
withstand extreme
temperatures and are
neutral to materials such
as grease, oil, chemicals
and even flames.
ND TYPES OF CABLES

Aluminum Cables Copper Cables Industrial Cables

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Fiber Optical Cables

Fiber Optical Cables
• These are made of one
or more translucent
fibers that are covered
with a protective jacket.
• Mainly used in computer
networks and
telecommunications.
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