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robbyp

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#290175 25-Oct-2021 18:01

Anyone know if electricans are permitted to use un-heated heatshrink  tubing (a circular hollow tube) as an alternative to proper electrical conduit (either flexible or rigid)? FOr example, when running mains wires out of a wall. Apparently conduit should meet minimum NZ standards, which I don't think heatshrink meets. Anyone come across electricians doing this?


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  #2800939 25-Oct-2021 18:14
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NO...NO....NO

 

 

 

Conduit is required for mechanical protection from physical damage, heat shrink will never achieve this, it is designed for electrical insulation.

 

 


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