plastic bushings

[Michaelmechanic]

What is the point of plastic bushings on pvc pipe.? Seems pointless

 

[controlled]

Because the end of pvc connectors (TA's) are still sharp.

 

[tom baker]

You can always use an end bell.

 

[ActionDave]

Because the end of pvc connectors (TA's) are still sharp.

Yeppers. I have seen them peel off insulation, looked like someone used a carrot peeler on the wire.

 

[dielectricunion]

I had my first experience running pvc with this new job and I was surprised at how sharp its edges can be. Also, it seems to be "tackier" on pulls than EMT or other metal pipe

 

[SceneryDriver]

I had my first experience running pvc with this new job and I was surprised at how sharp its edges can be. Also, it seems to be "tackier" on pulls than EMT or other metal pipe

Wire lube will help with that, but I personally hate using it - so gooey and slimy (I suppose that's the purpose though...).

Instead, I like using talc as a pulling aid. Baby powder is an easy-to-find source, plus you end up smelling all fresh and clean too! Talc REALLY helps if you're pulling cable that's "sticky;" cables with a neoprene / rubber-like jacket will glide through pipe once coated with baby powder.




SceneryDriver