"Sharkbite"-type connector for EMT

[strutaeng]

I just saw these at my local store.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Southwi...ERCH=REC-_-pipsem-_-309278491-_-309277844-_-N

Are they a new thing? They resemble the sharkbite-type plumbing fittings. They did say water-tight on the packaging, so that's good.

In areas where conduit is exposed I like working with EMT when possible. Looks a lot better than PVC conduit, although slower to work with.

They are on the high side on price, but just like the sharbites, installation is a breeze.

Has anybody used these?

 

[yatg]

Wow.

 

[rande]

I just saw these at my local store.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Southwi...ERCH=REC-_-pipsem-_-309278491-_-309277844-_-N

Are they a new thing? They resemble the sharkbite-type plumbing fittings. They did say water-tight on the packaging, so that's good.

In areas where conduit is exposed I like working with EMT when possible. Looks a lot better than PVC conduit, although slower to work with.

They are on the high side on price, but just like the sharbites, installation is a breeze.

Has anybody used these?

The description says "designed for use in dry locations only".

 

[strutaeng]

The description says "designed for use in dry locations only".

You are right. I was probably looking at these:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Southwi...t-Watertight-Box-Connector-65076901/309278445

They have an entire section of these. Didn't pay attention if they also had for rigid too.

 

[aka Larry]

Sounds interesting, but the link doesn't work for me.

 

[CJ7VFR]

Sounds interesting, but the link doesn't work for me.

Doesn't work for me either. I just get a blank page.

Jim

 

[strutaeng]

I don't know why it is not working. Can anybody look up Store SKU #1004353182

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Southwi...t-Watertight-Box-Connector-65076901/309278445

 

[Platonic Solid]

I though it was just me that was having the links not working issue. If I copy the link location I see it's been hyjacked by "redirect.viglink..." which is really annoying.

Not sure this will work either, but here goes:

SIMPush 1/2 in. EMT Push Connect Coupling (5-Pack) (link)

SIMPush 1/2 in. EMT Push Connect Watertight Box Connector (link)

Edit: Nope, still doesn't work. Blame viglink. All I get is the HD home page.

 

[strutaeng]

https://www.homedepot.com/collectio...emoval-Tools/Family-311761226?omsid=309278445

 

[strutaeng]

Doesn't look like it's working. Here's a Snipping image:

 

[MattT]

I've been having problems with homeless depot links on here for a while. Sometimes get a blank page and sometimes it goes to their homepage instead of the product page.

Regards these "sharkbite" fittings they're expensive and look clunky compared to raintight compression fittings.

 

[LXCam]

Doesn't look like it's working. Here's a Snipping image:

How is that even flipping legal. Per code the conduit must be bonded, so does that fitting have some crazy method of bonding the conduit?.

oop's never mind. They look to be PVC but are powder coated aluminum.

 

[rlitman]

How is that even flipping legal. Per code the conduit must be bonded, so does that fitting have some crazy method of bonding the conduit?.

The links work for me. On the page it says:
No tools, no adhesives, no threading
Maintains ground
Removable and Reusable

 

[Norcal]

There was a push in/ one shot EMT connector made by Sierra/ Tomic but do not know if they are still made by a successor company.

 

[strutaeng]

Yeah, I saw the "maintains ground." It's made by Southwire, so I'm assuming it was developed by R&D, tested, approved and whatever...

I'm guessing the dimensions/tolerances make it such that this DOES NOT fit PEX, otherwise some idiot will invariably use PEX for conduit, LOL. Or, other way around!

 

[alfredeneuman]

There was a push in/ one shot EMT connector made by Sierra/ Tomic but do not know if they are still made by a successor company.

The last time I used one those was in the mid '70s The ORIGINAL Sharkbite

 

[Jim greengo]

What's wrong with set screws?

 

[vhol5]

What would be the advantage? Still need the Channellocks to tighten onto the box...

 

[Norcal]

This is a Tomic brand 1/2" EMT fitting

 

[acer66]

One use I can think of is that you can pull the wires through before putting the pipes together.

The op’s link shows me this.
View media item 98088

 

[Showkey]

The disadvantage cost !!!!!!

The problem is $3.38 per connection. Larger project you could spend $100 in connections.
Metal set screws are .37 per connector.





Similar to the plumbing where they run$3-$9 per, one or two connections in DIY install or repair and DIY want to avoid solder then it makes sense......but......larger project, quantity purchase of the conventional connectors makes more sense.

 

[Norcal]

One use I can think of is that you can pull the wires through before putting the pipes together.

The op’s link shows me this.
View media item 98088

Except that your doing hack work by doing so. Code requires that the conductors be pulled after the pipe is installed

 

[mike93lx]

Emt connectors are incredible simple to install already. What is the benefit?

Plumbing is a different story. Avoiding soldering has benefits, plus the connectors can be rotated after installation. None of that is a factor with emt

 

[MattT]

Except that your doing hack work by doing so. Code requires that the conductors be pulled after the pipe is installed

Code or not pulling wire before the conduit is assembled risks damaging insulation and pinching wires. And the sharkbite style locking spring probably increases the chance of cutting insulation..............

 

[malibu101]

What's wrong with set screws?

IF the original poster needs watertight fittings, they have a hex that is easily tightened with a pump pliers.

There is no such thing as a watertight set-screw connector/coupling that I'm aware of.

 

[strutaeng]

IF the original poster needs watertight fittings, they have a hex that is easily tightened with a pump pliers.

There is no such thing as a watertight set-screw connector/coupling that I'm aware of.

Yeah, THDs around here don't have the raintight EMT fittings. I installed a subpanel and the I had to get a raightight at the electrical supply house. At least they have that option now.

But agreed, a basic set screw will work for me for indoors.

Just found those fittings "interesante!"

 

[Norcal]

For rigid/IMC there are Midwest “Rainboot” fittings which are set screw type.

 

[acer66]

Except that your doing hack work by doing so. Code requires that the conductors be pulled after the pipe is installed

Good to know, I thought that was just because of the risk of damaging the wires with the glue.

 

[Jim greengo]

IF the original poster needs watertight fittings, they have a hex that is easily tightened with a pump pliers.

There is no such thing as a watertight set-screw connector/coupling that I'm aware of.

I dont see a nut that can be tightened up on that fitting.
If you're working on something that's going to get wet compression connectors have been around for 50 plus years.

 

[LS6 Tommy]

One use I can think of is that you can pull the wires through before putting the pipes together.

The op’s link shows me this.
View media item 98088

AFAI, that's not code. All the conduit must be assembled before pulling the conductors.

Tommy

 

[Crazyjake8493]

AFAI, that's not code. All the conduit must be assembled before pulling the conductors.

Tommy

Correct. NEC 300.18(A)