Splices in conduit??

[383 240z]

I have my power feed to the shop run inside that grey conduit. I'm pretty sure I'm wanting to grade around the shop to help with my water issues. I would be removing about 2-3 ft of earth. The problem in that is my conduit will only be about 10" below grade. I have no problem digging it up and cutting a deeper trench. However I REALLY don't want to buy a new run of cable to feed the shop. Can I splice in the extra length I'll need? It's AL cable if that changes anything. Keith

 

[Fishplate]

Your splice has to remain accessible, no?

 

[383 240z]

It would be as long as I own a shovel. Keith

 

[Speedy Petey]

No. You certainly CANNOT splice inside conduit.
Direct burial can be spliced with the proper kit.

 

[kd3pc]

need for shovel means it is not accessible....

If the AHJ allows it, you may be able to leave it at 10-12" with a red tape or several inches of gravel or perhaps concrete...

 

[383 240z]

What is the AHJ? It is direct burial cable, I could pull the conduit off and leave it as direct burial I just ran it in conduit as dad had a bunch of it he gave me I figured better protection. I also could mount a junction box low on the shop, and just run a short section up to the weatherhead where it enters the shop. Keith

 

[Rickcnc]

What is the AHJ?

Authority having jurisdiction

 

[rlitman]

Ok, so if it direct burial cable, just cut the conduit and use an underground splice kit in the gap. Optionally, cover it with a "crypt" like a sprinkler box instead of burying it, for future accessibility.

 

[383 240z]

So I just need to buy an underground splice kit fir the style and size of wire, follow directions and I'm good to go? I like the idea of putting a box around it under ground I have a nice terra cotta one I could use. Keith