Product Overview
The Screw-in Greenfield Coupling, made of Zinc Die Cast, is a high-performance coupling designed to connect two pieces of Greenfield conduit. This coupling is specifically engineered to create secure, reliable connections in electrical conduit systems, ensuring protection and continuity for electrical wiring. It features a 3/4" size and is UL listed, meeting rigorous safety standards. The durable Zinc Die Cast construction offers excellent corrosion resistance, making it ideal for a wide range of electrical installations.
Product Description
The Screw-in Greenfield Coupling is designed for use with Greenfield conduit, also known as flexible metal conduit (FMC), to join two conduit sections together securely. Made from Zinc Die Cast, it offers enhanced strength, durability, and protection against corrosion. The 3/4" size ensures compatibility with standard Greenfield conduit, providing a tight and secure fit. This coupling is equipped with National Pipe Thread (NPT) threads for easy and reliable installation. It also features the UL mark, ensuring that it complies with safety standards and is suitable for use in both residential and industrial electrical systems.
Specifications
- Material: Zinc Die Cast
- Size: 3/4" (compatible with 3/4" Greenfield conduit)
- Finish: Zinc Plated
- Thread Type: National Pipe Thread (NPT)
- UL Listing: UL Listed (Underwriters Laboratories)
- Application: Used to connect two sections of Greenfield conduit (flexible metal conduit)
- Corrosion Resistance: Zinc plating provides superior protection against corrosion and rust
- Electrical Continuity: Ensures grounding continuity between conduit sections
- Color: Silver (due to zinc-plated finish)
Product Features
- Durable Zinc Die Cast Construction: Made from Zinc Die Cast, which is highly durable and resistant to physical wear and tear. This ensures a long-lasting and secure connection in electrical systems.
- UL Listed: Meets Underwriters Laboratories (UL) standards for safety and performance, ensuring compliance with national safety regulations.
- Corrosion Resistance: The zinc-plated finish helps prevent rust and corrosion, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications, as well as in harsh environments.
- Secure Connection: The screw-in design allows for a secure, tight connection between two sections of Greenfield conduit, ensuring the integrity of the conduit system.
- Easy Installation: Designed for quick and efficient installation with National Pipe Thread (NPT) for reliable, tool-free threading.
- Grounding Continuity: Helps maintain grounding continuity between the two conduit sections, ensuring safety in electrical systems.
- Versatile Application: Perfect for use in commercial, industrial, and residential electrical installations where flexible metal conduit (FMC) is used.
Cases & Uses
The Screw-in Greenfield Coupling is ideal for a variety of applications where flexible metal conduit (Greenfield) is used. Some common cases and uses include:
- Electrical Conduit Systems: Used to connect two sections of Greenfield conduit, creating a continuous path for electrical wiring while protecting the wires from physical damage and environmental factors.
- Commercial and Industrial Installations: Commonly used in industrial and commercial applications, where flexible metal conduit is preferred for wiring systems that require flexibility and durability.
- Outdoor Electrical Installations: The zinc-plated finish provides corrosion resistance, making the coupling suitable for outdoor installations exposed to moisture, humidity, or other corrosive elements.
- Residential Wiring: Often used in residential electrical systems to connect flexible conduit to electrical boxes, outlets, or panels in locations like basements, garages, or attics.
- Maintenance and Upgrades: Ideal for retrofitting or expanding existing electrical systems, where additional conduit sections need to be connected quickly and securely.
- Harsh Environments: Suitable for use in environments where corrosion resistance is critical, such as factories, warehouses, or commercial kitchens, where electrical systems are exposed to chemicals, dust, and moisture.
This Screw-in Greenfield Coupling, with its Zinc Die Cast construction and UL listing, is an essential component for safely connecting sections of Greenfield conduit in a wide range of electrical applications. Its corrosion-resistant properties, combined with its secure, easy-to-install design, make it an ideal choice for both new installations and upgrades to existing systems.