INSPECTION FITTINGS VS JUNCTION BOXES

INSPECTION FITTINGS VS

JUNCTION BOXES - WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

When Marley launched their newly designed Inspection Fittings and tees off the back of the successful ARMA Conduit system launch, the uptake clearly demonstrated there is still plenty of appetite for innovation in the range of Electrical conduit and fittings.

As a result of the launch, discussion has surfaced as to whether an Inspection Fitting can be treated like a Junction Box. The wiring rules are vague so the best option is to get advice from experienced industry professionals. What defines the purpose of an inspection fitting, and how does that differ to a junction box? Inspection Fittings are typically used when installing new take off points in an electrical network and the associated hauling of new cables. Cables should be continuous and without connections. If for practical reasons the cable needs to be broken, then an in line join with heat shrink is a preferable alternative. The compact design of the inspection fittings allows it to aesthetically blend in with the slim conduit system. On the other hand, the intended purpose of a junction box are for instances when new fixtures are to be installed. Within the junction box, cable connectors will be required to join new cables with existing. The larger volume junction box (compared to the slim inspection fitting), should easily accommodate screw connectors and have sufficient access to make future servicing easier. And then there is a grey area where electrical contractors will install a “serviceable joint” in an inspection fitting rather than a junction box. While best practice suggests using the right fitting for the right job, there will be circumstances where this is not possible. In these instances every care should be taken to ensure an electrically safe system and compliance to the relevant codes of compliance. As always, Marley delivers rigid conduit systems that support best practice installation. This also makes any future work easier and safer for the electrical contractors.

FIND OUT MORE AT marley.co.nz/products/ cable-management/rigid-conduit-systems/ arma-above-ground

INSPECTION FITTINGS DESIGNED TO BE BETTER

LONG TERM DURABILITY EASIER INSTALL FRESH MODERN LOOK

EASE OF INSTALLATION

Increased internal access Hassle free hauling Stabilised surface fixing

SNAG ANTI-SNAG

OPTIMISED LID FITMENT

Tongue & groove “friction fit” Easy “finger lift” lid removal

Anti rock feet

Fumble free captive screws

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CHEMZ CONTACT CLEANER

Product Code 7115 | 500ml • MPI C12

PRECISION ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT CLEANER Cleans sensitive components, gentle but effective cleaner, harmless to paint, plastic & rubber, residue free & fast evaporation. Low toxicity CHEMZ ELECTRO CLEAN

Product Code 7125 | 400ml • MPI C12

NON FLAMMABLE HEAVY DUTY ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT CLEANER Evaporates quickly, residue free, a special mixture of heavy duty solvents, repels water & moisture, removes oils & grease from electrical & mechanical equipment. May harm plastics & rubber. CHEMZ CIRCUIT REVIVER

Product Code 7174 | 400ml

FOR DISSOLVING CORROSION & CARBON Dissolves corrosion, oxide & carbon deposits on multi plugs, contacts, PCB’s & electrical fittings. Removes carbon after flash over in control cabinets & multi boxes. An oil-based formulation with etching agents. Safe on plastics Residue can be rinsed off with CHEMZ CONTACT CLEANER. CHEMZ RW CLEANER

Product Code 7155 | 500ml • MPI C12

HEAVY DUTY LOW TOXICITY INDUSTRIAL & ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT CLEANER Specially formulated heavy duty cleaner for removing contamination in the engineering and electrical equipment fields. CHEMZ 24/7 ELECTRICAL FORMULA

Product Code 7335 | 500ml • MPI C12

DISPLACES MOISTURE, LUBRICATES, PROTECTS & CONTROLS CORROSION A multi-functional formula which protects, lubricates and can help to prevent electrical failure under poor environmental conditions such as moisture, corrosion, dirt, friction, flooding, high humidity and salt air. It stops short circuits, leakage and arcing and improves efficiency due to the restoration. Contains VCI – Vapour Control Inhibitors. CHEMZ IPA ELECTONIC CLEANER/SANITISER

Product Code 7033 | 300ml • MPI C12

Is a mild safe residue free cleaner/sanitiser for all electronic and optic equipment. Can be used as a cleaner and sanitiser on all office equipment including computer keyboards, photocopiers, printers and circuit boards. ATM, EFTPOS, vending and gaming devices.

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