Electrical Conduit Types for Underground Projects

What type of electrical conduit should I use for outdoor and underground wiring? Types of Conduits for Underground Electrical Wiring. © By: Dave Rongey

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Conduit Type for Underground Wiring
[ad#block] Electrical Question: What type of electrical conduit should I use for outdoor and underground?

• I’m getting ready to install security lighting around my mobile home.
• The main distribution panel is located outside on a pole in the backyard about 2 to 3 feet from the rear of the mobile home.
• I was planning on making connections directly to the main panel with conduit.
• What type of conduit is required to be used outdoors and underground?
• Do I have to use IMC or rigid or can I use EMT conduit?

This home electrical question came from: Richard, a Handyman from Peoria, Arizona.
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Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your home Electrical Wiring question Richard.

Underground Electrical Conduits

Application: Installing Underground Electrical Conduit.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced – Best installed by a Licensed Electrician.
Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tool, Trenching Equipment and Shovels .
Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience and ability to work with tools and the condition of the soil where PVC conduit will be installed.
Notice: Installing underground electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected.

Conduits for Underground Electrical Wiring

• PVC and Rigid conduits are typically used when installing underground electrical wiring.
• The depth for underground conduit is typically 18 inches, depending on the specific installation and project type.
• EMT and IMC conduits should not be used for underground electrical wiring installations.

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