EET-115 Lab 7 - Raceway - Rigid Pipe

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Page 1 of 2 Centennial College Electrical Engineering Technician / Technology EET-115 Installation Methods 1 Name: ROBIN SHARMA Student #: 301451669 Section: Date: LAB #7 Raceway - Rigid Pipe Objectives : To understand all theory reviewed and correctly thread, bend and install a ½” (16) rigid conduit with set distance 90° stub bend and a measured kick. Materials & Tools Required : 5’- Long 1/2” (16) Rigid Conduit 1/2” locknuts Rigid Pipe Threader Ideal 1/2” (16) Rigid Bender Rigid Pipe Reamer Hacksaw 4 x 4” Electrical Box RIDGID Pipe Threading Machine Thread Cutting Oil NOTE: Do not install any improper or damaged components. Wiring must be performed to meet current electrical code requirements. Installation Instructions : Review all components at your workstation and ensure they are installed correctly. Using a 5’ length of ½” (16) rigid conduit. Thread the cut end of the conduit following the CEC rules. Perform a 90° bend with stub length of 12”. Perform a 30° kick beside the 90° bend. Have instructor review installation. Answer all questions for this lab listed below.
Page 2 of 2 Questions : State the CEC Rule number if the code book is used. 1. When threading rigid conduit, what is an important step to ensure you have good threads? While threading rigid conduit, The rigid metal conduit shall be tapered according to CEC Rule 12-1006 (1). 2. External threads performed in the field shall comply with Table 40 of the CEC. 3. Are Running threads permitted to allow easier coupling installation? Running threads shall not be permitted according to CEC Rule 12-1006 (3). 4. What is the maximum spacing of supports between boxes for 1/2" and 3/4" rigid metal conduit (trade size 16 and 21). The maximum spacing of support between boxes for 16 and 21-trade size rigid metal conduit must be 1.5 meters according to CEC Rule 12-1406 5. [ T / F ] Rigid metal conduit used in damp or wet locations shall be threaded, and the joints and fittings shall be made watertight. [True] CONDUIT THREAD QUESTIONS TOTAL MARK
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