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castor
Mar 4, 2008, 01:43 PM
Is it OK to use EMT conduit for outside locations? I am using water tight connectors and couplings, but need to know if I should use EMT or rigid conduit.

Stratmando
Mar 4, 2008, 01:47 PM
I would use Schedule 40 PVC, Schedule 80 is thicker(stronger), but you lose some inside diameter.

caibuadday
Mar 4, 2008, 03:04 PM
Is it ok to use EMT conduit for outside locations? I am using water tight connectors and couplings, but need to know if I should use EMT or rigid conduit.
Some cities donot allow the use of pvc or emt for outdoor, only rigid (aluminum or gav) permit

Stratmando
Mar 4, 2008, 04:30 PM
I'm in South Florida, and PVC is the method, They found Metal conduit and Aluminum do bad things near saltwater(rust/corrode), I am curious where you can't use PVC?

Washington1
Mar 4, 2008, 08:21 PM
The only reason I can think of--for not using PVC or EMT--is for extra protection from physical damage. In addition: EMT from severe corrosive conditions.

****What's considered protected from physical damage: Only the AHJ can make this call. Sometimes it's common sense!

I'm with Strat,

I would run PVC if allowed per code.