but coming on here attacking the methods of much of the country kind of draws fire.
I used this type of strap in the past. They are nice. I see that a spring nut type clip is available to fasten it to strut. Because of personal preference, I like to space conduits off the surface. Shallow strut is perfect to come straight out the top of the meter base especially with the hub I have that can be turned 180° to get the proper spacing. I was wondering, do the straps attached to strut change the spacing? I prefer to come straight out. I know how to bend, just don't have a big hot box for 2".
I first learned to pipe 35 yrs. ago with rigid, doing industrial work, so emt was easy to pick up.I prefer conduit, even use it where not required. Pipe work is an art and a skill.When you know how to measure and bend properly it can be done quickly and nice. Our big jobs here are MC now, even feeders. I have accepted it, though not happy about it.
My original post was about using PVC instead of SE cable, which is allowed here. The total cost is reasonable compared to cable, and I prefer copper, though aluminum is ok. Also, installation compared to cable, has it's advantages, like the time it takes to twist up the 4' of bare neutral(3' at service head required here by power co) and make it look good. I am interested in support method ideas, a lot of good ideas out there.
I think that's great that it's like that there. Beautiful city. If it was like that here I would be working more. Not much need for a older guy like me when you can get kids to sling MC all day. So, I do my own work when I'm off.
Good point. I have never worked with 200 copper SE cable. I wouldn't think it would be a stock item at the supply house.
I agree that to remain competitive some things are overkill. There are some situations however, where a slightly increased cost in installation or materials could be better or cheaper in the long run. E.G. installing a expansion joint where not required. Where to draw the line is the question.. It's kind of funny when anything not considered "top notch" gets disparaged- lots of people love pipe and wire or mc or anything stainless- until they end up having to pay for it- that "other stuff" quickly becomes an acceptable equal.
That would depend on the demand for said items. Those particular sizes would be most commonly used - unless contractors in the area prefer to use raceway methods, or maybe you find little demand for copper and only aluminum sees any demand. Or if you have an AHJ that either doesn't typically allow SE or is strict on how to physically protect it, it may reduce the demand for it.
. It's kind of funny when anything not considered "top notch" gets disparaged- lots of people love pipe and wire or mc or anything stainless- until they end up having to pay for it- that "other stuff" quickly becomes an acceptable equal.