"Snap2it" connectors and HFC Cable

[egurdian3]

Guys, any thoughts about using the snap-on type connectors (Trade Mark Snap2it) with HFC cable or any kind of MC cable? In short, I'm old school and think that the old locknut and set-screw provide a better installation.

 

[Vince1971]

As an inspector, I would have to check the listing before accepting it with HCF cable because of the dual ground path requirements (conductor & raceway). It's great for MC cable. IMO.

 

[jumper]

As an inspector, I would have to check the listing before accepting it with HCF cable because of the dual ground path requirements (conductor & raceway). It's great for MC cable. IMO.

Arlington site says.

 

[roger]

Arlington site says.

Zinc die-cast. For AC · MCI-A · HCF steel and aluminum cable · Flexible metal conduit steel and aluminum (regular and reduced wall) · MCI cable Continuous corrugated aluminum · AC90. For additional information, including specifications, dimensions, and applications - please click on a part number listed below.

Part Number	UPC	Trade Size	Unit Pkg	Standard Pkg
380AST	018997003829	3/8"	50	500
380ST	018997003812	3/8"	50	500
38A	018997000385	3/8"	50	500
38AST	018997000705	3/8"	50	500
400AST	018997403476	3/8"	50	500
40AST	018997000415	3/8"	50	500

Additional Information

38AST, 38A, and 380AST are provided with insulated throat.

SNAP-TITE® and SNAP2IT® products have been tested and listed by UL in accordance with UL's ground Fault requirements.

Concrete tight when taped.

Flexible metal conduit, CSA listed with anti-short bushing (UL not applicable).

Roger

 

[Adamjamma]

According to manufacturer, UL, CSA and NEMA covered... but dont knw any more

 

[egurdian3]

According to manufacturer, UL, CSA and NEMA covered... but dont knw any more.
Thank you all.

 

[brantmacga]

Ran into the same thing just last week.... had to relocate some existing HCF cable and was apprehensive about using the 38AST connectors, but Arlington site showed them as being listed, so I used them.


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[kwired]

As an inspector, I would have to check the listing before accepting it with HCF cable because of the dual ground path requirements (conductor & raceway). It's great for MC cable. IMO.

I actually feel it is better than old school connectors with a locknut for reliability of making good contact. As long as you confirm it has snapped into place - it has spring pressure to assure it stays connected (not just mechanically but also electrically). Locknuts can and do come loose.