Alwayslearningelec
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Do these stop the emt from being grounded/bonded thus you need to run a ground wire? Thanks.
They're designed to keep the conductors from getting damaged when pulling them in EMT or are part of a MC, AC or similar connector.
The insulated throat is on the inside of the connector, insulated throat EMT connectors can be used in lieu of connectors and bushings.
Don't both serve the same puspose....protect the conductors? Thanks.
Don't both serve the same puspose....protect the conductors? Thanks.
I do quite a bit of service work in a facility that was piped and insulated throat connectors were used. The insulated throat seems prone to popping out of the connector. I have pulled alot of devices out over the years only to find the insulated throat laying in the box.
I'll try a pic.Yes. I think Infinity stated that. At least I read it that way. I have never seen an insulated throat EMT connector, gotta link?
I've used them a few times, never spec'd them but supply house was out of the norm. The plastic insert occasionally pops out when pulling the tip of the fish tape through. They just seem kinda pointless to me but I always figured they were just supposed to be a time-saver.
I'll try a pic.
View attachment 6927 Hey! First time trying and it worked!
How are they a time saver? No bushing needed?thanks
You still need a connector right? I know Infinity said they are us in lieu bushing and connector but I would imagine you always need the connector,
I'll try a pic.
View attachment 6927 Hey! First time trying and it worked!
Yes, they are used in lieu of a bushing.
Thanks....still need a connector thought, right?
Yes, the insulated throat connector comes with the insulator in the throat of the connector eliminating installing a plastic bushing.
The bushing is NOT the locknut though.
How are they a time saver? No bushing needed?thanks
You still need a connector right? I know Infinity said they are us in lieu bushing and connector but I would imagine you always need the connector,