RGS Terminating In 4" Box

Alwayslearningelec

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I know ridic questions but just want to be sure.
When a piece of RMC enters into a device box that has knockouts the conduit(whether the threaded end or cut and not threaded end) it AWLAYS needs a connector similar to this? My question is if it's the threaded end the conduit threaded end can't just into the knockout with a locknut on the outside and inside.
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augie47

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If the conduit is threaded you can terminate with a locknut inside and outside.
In addition 344.46 requires a bushing.

Not lilely top apply to your 4" box but in general keep in mind....
If the circut is a service or over 250 v to ground additional bonding might be needed See 250.92 & 250.97
 

infinity

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When a piece of RMC enters into a device box that has knockouts the conduit(whether the threaded end or cut and not threaded end) it AWLAYS needs a connector similar to this?
No it doesn't need that if the RMC is threaded. That is a threadless connector for where there are no threads on the end of the RMC.
 

letgomywago

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Washington state and Oregon coast
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residential electrician
I know ridic questions but just want to be sure.
When a piece of RMC enters into a device box that has knockouts the conduit(whether the threaded end or cut and not threaded end) it AWLAYS needs a connector similar to this? My question is if it's the threaded end the conduit threaded end can't just into the knockout with a locknut on the outside and inside.
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Look into the sim push ones they're cheaper and rain tight also. They don't hold up like a good threaded hub will but if it's just going into a 4 square then it'll be comparable in physical protection. Threaded with threaded box entry is the strongest way but the most taxing in making everything line up without needing 3 piece fittings.
 
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