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1. All conduit prior to coating shall conform to: Federal Specification WW-C-581E, ANSI specification C80.1 and UL 6.

2. The conduit shall be “Hot Dipped” galvanized inside and out with galvanized threads. The galvanized threads shall be coated with electrically conductive zinc paint. The zinc coating shall be intact & undisturbed.

3. Conduit shall be investigated by Underwriters Laboratories for both zinc as the primary coating and the PVC (polyvinyl chloride) as the primary coating ensuring double protection. Conduit shall be labeled with the UL label having only one exception requiring the use of threaded fittings. No disclaimer.

4. All coated conduit shall conform to NEMA Standard No. RN-1.

5. The interior of the conduit shall have a brown urethane coating of a nominal thickness of .002” (2 mils).

6. The exterior of the conduit shall have a PVC coating of a minimum thickness of .040” (40 mils) applied by dipping in liquid plastisol.

7. The exterior of the conduit and elbows shall have a marking system to insure proper thread penetration into couplings and fittings.

8. The conduit shall be bendable without damage to either interior or exterior coating.

9. A .002” (2 mils) nominal thickness coating of brown urethane shall be applied to the interior and the threads of all fittings.

10. A .040” (40mils) minimum thickness coating of PVC shall be applied to the exterior of all fittings. The coating shall be applied using the plastisol method.

11. Strut channel, strut fittings shall have a .020” (20mils) nominal thickness coating of PVC on all surfaces.

12. The PVC coating on all form 8 fittings shall form a gasket-like flange of at least 5/16” wide and .040” thick covering the top of the fitting around the opening.

13. The PVC coating on all form 7 and form 8 covers shall form a NEMA 4X gasket-like flange of at least 5/16” wide and .040” thick covering the bottom of the cover with a square sealing ring that mates with the flange of the fitting.

14. Stainless steel encapsulated screws shall be supplied with all form 7 and form 8 fittings.

15. All hubs on all fittings and couplings shall have a PVC sleeve extending one pipe diameter or 2 inches, whichever is less. The I.D. of the sleeve to be equal to the O.D. of the uncoated pipe.

16. The bond between the coatings and the metal shall be greater than the tensile strength of the coatings.

17. A loose coupling shall be supplied with each length of conduit.

18. RA clamps shall have a minimum of .040” (40 mils) coating throughout. All nuts for RA clamps and U-bolts shall be encapsulated in a hexagon shape to fit standard sockets.

General Properties for O’Kote PVC Coated Galvanized Conduit and Fittings

Hardness85-90 Shore A

Dielectric Strength400 Volts/mil @ 60 cycles

Aging1,000 hours Atlas Weatherometer

Elongation200%

TemperatureThe polyvinyl chloride compound shall conform at -10 degrees Fahrenheit temperature to Federal Specifications LP-406b, Method 2051, Amendment 1 of 25 September 1952 (ASTMD-746). O’Kote brown is not recommended for use in areas where it will be exposed to sustained temperatures of 200 degrees Fahrenheit or exposed to fire.

FlammabilityIf subjected to sustained flame or sustained heat above 400 degrees Fahrenheit, PVC will burn. PVC is self-extinguishing at room temperature.

ToxicityProlonged exposure to heat greater than 200 degrees Fahrenheit or exposure to fire may cause the plastic coatings to release harmful emissions posing a potential health hazard to persons subjected to such emissions.

Bonding TestUsing a sharp knife, make two parallel cuts through the coating 1/2” apart and 4” long. Make a cut connecting those two cuts and work with a knife underneath the plastic to free a plastic tab. The tab shall be pulled with a pair of pliers away from the pipe. The tab should tear leaving particles of plastic on the metal surface of the conduit indicating the bond is stronger than the tensile strength of the coating.

specifications for o’kote PVC Coated Galvanized Conduit and Fittings

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A large industrial plant in the Gulf Coast was partially shut down due to a broken underground electrical line. The 5kv wire was installed in 4” PVC coated conduit. After a two week shut down and a lengthy investigation, it was determined that the conduits were not screwed together properly. The conduit threads had only engaged 1 to 2 threads of the coupling. The installer didn’t have a way to verify the integrity of the conduit connection.

O’Kote’s O’Guard Marking System (patent pending) insures a proper thread connection every time in the field and is easily inspected even after installation. When the Yellow Mark disappears into the sleeve, you know there are five threads engaged per NEC Article 500.8(E). Make sure your PVC Coated Conduit material has the O’Guard mark!

Corrosive elements cause millions of dollars in damage through lost time, materials and labor. Regardless of the materials used to combat these corrosive forces, they are only as good as the quality of the installation. In electrical conduit systems, improper installation of the raceway or fittings can cause expensive downtime and potential injury.

Performing the proper installation insures that the installed system is SAFE.

o’kote PVC Coated Conduit and Fittings has the answer to your sAFE raceway installation.

•TheO’GuardMarkingSystem (patent pending)oneverypieceofO’kotePVCCoatedConduitallowsvisualverificationthatconduitsareproperlythreadedintocouplingsandfittings.

•TheO’GuardMarkingSystem(patent pending)isalsoinstalledoneveryO’kotePVCCoatedElbow.

PVC coated conduit is installed in much the same manner as conventional rigid galvanized steel conduit; however, certain precautions must be taken to compensate for the exterior coating and to assure satisfactory results. By following these guidelines and using the proper tools, a damage-free installation can be obtained.

When installing PVC coated conduit or elbows into couplings, PVC coated fittings or threaded enclosures, it is imperative that the threads be engaged five turns into the receiving hub, per NEC article 500.8(E). O’kote’sO’GuardMarkingSystem(patent pending),onfulllengthsofconduitandelbowsallowsvisiblefieldverificationthatfivethreadsareengaged.

It is recommended that a yoke vise be used in the field for clamping PVC coated conduit. When using a yoke or any other vise, it is recommended that hardened steel jaws be replaced with adapters that provide greater clamping force to prevent the pipe from spinning during the threading operation.

To hold PVC coated conduit in any other vise, take two pieces of rigid conduit one size larger than the conduit to be threaded 6” - 8” long. Using a band saw, slice them lengthwise slightly off center. Use the smaller pieces as a shell around the conduit (throw away the large ones). This will grab onto the large area, allowing a strong grip without damage to the coating.

It is preferred that a roller type cutter be used in cutting the conduit as it results in a 1/4” exposed area of pipe before the start of the PVC jacket. This will allow the threader dies to engage the conduit easier and lessen pressure at the clamped area.

A hacksaw or band saw will result in a flush cut of the PVC and conduit. In this instance it is recommended to taper-trim the PVC starting at 1/4”

from the cut. This “pencil-cut” will allow the threader dies to engage more readily. If the end is not trimmed, additional pressure will be required to engage the dies.

Use a reamer to remove any burrs or sharp edges caused by the cutting operation

O’Kote offers an electric bender manufactured to accept 1/2” through 2” PVC coated conduit, allowing damage free bending.

For 2 1/2” and larger sizes, a hydraulic bender is recommended. Shoes especially designed for PVC coated conduit are available from most manufacturers. If existing rigid hydraulic shoes (not EMT) are to be modified, acceptable results can be obtained by machining .060” from the inside area of the shoe.

Threading PVC coated conduit with RIDGID hand dies requires modification to the dies. The inside diameter of the pipe guide to the die head must be machined out .120” to compensate for the PVC coating. Factory modified die heads are available from your distributor.

After new threads have been cut, it is important that corrosion protection be applied to the exposed metal. Use a de-greasing spray to thoroughly clean the threads and internal ream. Then apply a conductive corrosion inhibitor liberally to the threads per NEC article 300.6(a).

o’kote recommended installation ProceduresA tradition of High standards in Corrosion Protection

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Corrosive elements cause millions of dollars in damage through lost time, materials and labor. For years, our industry has searched for an answer to this expensive problem. O’kote has the solution.

O’kote PVC Coating is a complete and total protection package for your entire conduit system. By encapsulating the conduit, O’kote prevents corrosion from attacking weak points in your raceway system. O’kote PVC Coating is a complete system with more than 2,500 varieties of fittings in stock, as well as corrosion-resistant supports and patching compounds.

O’kote PVC coated conduit and fittings set quality standards throughout the industry. O’kote PVC Coating has achieved it’s outstanding reputation through careful attention to every step of the manufacturing process. O’kote is unique in the industry, as we use 100% domestic conduit only and UL listed conduit couplings.

O’kote PVC Coating uses revolutionary, state of the art machinery to insure quality and maximize efficiency. O’kote employs “Green” manufacturing equipment and processes, creating the only environment-friendly PVC coating facility in the industry.

o’kote’s Commitment to Quality and Customer support•UniqueGreenManufacturingFacility-EnvironmentFriendly•O’koteonlyusesDomesticConduitmadefromDomesticSteelinthecoatingprocess•O’kotehasaConduitMarkingSystem(patent pending)toinsureproperinstallation•SuperiorContractorInstallationTrainingandSupport•InstallationToolRentalProgram•O’kotepassesaULVerified10DayBoilTestfollowedbyaZincPreeceTest

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Please note:Not all of these elements should be used together with the same UL Mark.The word “LISTED” would only be used once — either to the right of or below the UL Mark (as shown).

The font for all letter forms is Helvetica Condensed Black, except forthe trademark symbol , which is Helvetica Condensed Medium.�No other fonts are acceptable.

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PVC Coated Rigid Metal Conduit

The PVC Coating adhesion performance of this product Has been verified by UL for a 10 Day High Temperature (218⁰ F) H2O Adhesion Test followed by a Zinc Preece Test. (AS TM D870-15, NEMA RN1-3.8, UL6-6.2.2) Electrical Rigid Metal Conduit with Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Coating Verified for PVC Adhesion Performance. VeRified by UL - dyJC

For Use WithThreaded Fittings Only

Properties of PVC investigated as primary Corrosion ProtectionProperties of zinc investigated as primary Corrosion ProtectionConsult Manufacturer for Proper Installation

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© 2016 O’kote Inc.Specifications are subject to change without notice.

A large industrial plant in the Gulf Coast was partially shut down due to a broken underground electrical line. The 5kv wire was installed in 4” PVC coated conduit. After a two week shut down and a lengthy investigation, it was determined that the conduits were not screwed together properly. The conduit threads had only engaged 1 to 2 threads of the coupling. The installer didn’t have a way to verify the integrity of the conduit connection.

O’Kote’s O’Guard Marking System (patent pending) insures a proper thread connection every time in the field and is easily inspected even after installation. When the Yellow Mark disappears into the sleeve, you know there are five threads engaged per NEC Article 500.8(E). Make sure your PVC Coated Conduit material has the O’Guard mark!

Corrosive elements cause millions of dollars in damage through lost time, materials and labor. Regardless of the materials used to combat these corrosive forces, they are only as good as the quality of the installation. In electrical conduit systems, improper installation of the raceway or fittings can cause expensive downtime and potential injury.

Performing the proper installation insures that the installed system is SAFE.

o’kote PVC Coated Conduit and Fittings has the answer to your sAFE raceway installation.

•TheO’GuardMarkingSystem (patent pending)oneverypieceofO’kotePVCCoatedConduitallowsvisualverificationthatconduitsareproperlythreadedintocouplingsandfittings.

•TheO’GuardMarkingSystem(patent pending)isalsoinstalledoneveryO’kotePVCCoatedElbow.

PVC coated conduit is installed in much the same manner as conventional rigid galvanized steel conduit; however, certain precautions must be taken to compensate for the exterior coating and to assure satisfactory results. By following these guidelines and using the proper tools, a damage-free installation can be obtained.

When installing PVC coated conduit or elbows into couplings, PVC coated fittings or threaded enclosures, it is imperative that the threads be engaged five turns into the receiving hub, per NEC article 500.8(E). O’kote’sO’GuardMarkingSystem(patent pending),onfulllengthsofconduitandelbowsallowsvisiblefieldverificationthatfivethreadsareengaged.

It is recommended that a yoke vise be used in the field for clamping PVC coated conduit. When using a yoke or any other vise, it is recommended that hardened steel jaws be replaced with adapters that provide greater clamping force to prevent the pipe from spinning during the threading operation.

To hold PVC coated conduit in any other vise, take two pieces of rigid conduit one size larger than the conduit to be threaded 6” - 8” long. Using a band saw, slice them lengthwise slightly off center. Use the smaller pieces as a shell around the conduit (throw away the large ones). This will grab onto the large area, allowing a strong grip without damage to the coating.

It is preferred that a roller type cutter be used in cutting the conduit as it results in a 1/4” exposed area of pipe before the start of the PVC jacket. This will allow the threader dies to engage the conduit easier and lessen pressure at the clamped area.

A hacksaw or band saw will result in a flush cut of the PVC and conduit. In this instance it is recommended to taper-trim the PVC starting at 1/4”

from the cut. This “pencil-cut” will allow the threader dies to engage more readily. If the end is not trimmed, additional pressure will be required to engage the dies.

Use a reamer to remove any burrs or sharp edges caused by the cutting operation

O’Kote offers an electric bender manufactured to accept 1/2” through 2” PVC coated conduit, allowing damage free bending.

For 2 1/2” and larger sizes, a hydraulic bender is recommended. Shoes especially designed for PVC coated conduit are available from most manufacturers. If existing rigid hydraulic shoes (not EMT) are to be modified, acceptable results can be obtained by machining .060” from the inside area of the shoe.

Threading PVC coated conduit with RIDGID hand dies requires modification to the dies. The inside diameter of the pipe guide to the die head must be machined out .120” to compensate for the PVC coating. Factory modified die heads are available from your distributor.

After new threads have been cut, it is important that corrosion protection be applied to the exposed metal. Use a de-greasing spray to thoroughly clean the threads and internal ream. Then apply a conductive corrosion inhibitor liberally to the threads per NEC article 300.6(a).

o’kote recommended installation ProceduresA tradition of High standards in Corrosion Protection

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The minimum height of the registered trademark symbol shall be 3/64 ofan inch. When the overall diameter of the UL Mark is less than 3/8 of an inch,the trademark symbol may be omitted if it is not legible to the naked eye.

Please note:Not all of these elements should be used together with the same UL Mark.The word “LISTED” would only be used once — either to the right of or below the UL Mark (as shown).

The font for all letter forms is Helvetica Condensed Black, except forthe trademark symbol , which is Helvetica Condensed Medium.�No other fonts are acceptable.

RELATIVE DESIGN & PROPORTIONS OF THE UL LISTING MARK FOR CANADA AND THE U.S.

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necessity Can Be the Mother of innovation…

instAllAtion ProCEdurEstHE o’kotE AdVAntAGE

Corrosive elements cause millions of dollars in damage through lost time, materials and labor. For years, our industry has searched for an answer to this expensive problem. O’kote has the solution.

O’kote PVC Coating is a complete and total protection package for your entire conduit system. By encapsulating the conduit, O’kote prevents corrosion from attacking weak points in your raceway system. O’kote PVC Coating is a complete system with more than 2,500 varieties of fittings in stock, as well as corrosion-resistant supports and patching compounds.

O’kote PVC coated conduit and fittings set quality standards throughout the industry. O’kote PVC Coating has achieved it’s outstanding reputation through careful attention to every step of the manufacturing process. O’kote is unique in the industry, as we use 100% domestic conduit only and UL listed conduit couplings.

O’kote PVC Coating uses revolutionary, state of the art machinery to insure quality and maximize efficiency. O’kote employs “Green” manufacturing equipment and processes, creating the only environment-friendly PVC coating facility in the industry.

o’kote’s Commitment to Quality and Customer support•UniqueGreenManufacturingFacility-EnvironmentFriendly•O’koteonlyusesDomesticConduitmadefromDomesticSteelinthecoatingprocess•O’kotehasaConduitMarkingSystem(patent pending)toinsureproperinstallation•SuperiorContractorInstallationTrainingandSupport•InstallationToolRentalProgram•O’kotepassesaULVerified10DayBoilTestfollowedbyaZincPreeceTest

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01224364860728496

108120132144156168180192204216

CAMERA-READY LOGOTYPE OF THE UL LISTING MARK FOR CANADA AND THE U.S.

These Marks are registered by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

UL US LISTEDC

UL US LISTEDC

UL US LISTEDC UL US LISTEDC

UL USC

LISTED

C USUL

UL USC

LISTED

UL USC

LISTEDUL USC

LISTED

The minimum height of the registered trademark symbol shall be 3/64 ofan inch. When the overall diameter of the UL Mark is less than 3/8 of an inch,the trademark symbol may be omitted if it is not legible to the naked eye.

Please note:Not all of these elements should be used together with the same UL Mark.The word “LISTED” would only be used once — either to the right of or below the UL Mark (as shown).

The font for all letter forms is Helvetica Condensed Black, except forthe trademark symbol , which is Helvetica Condensed Medium.�No other fonts are acceptable.

RELATIVE DESIGN & PROPORTIONS OF THE UL LISTING MARK FOR CANADA AND THE U.S.

KEY TO DIMENSIONSUL MarkABCDEFGH

8 units13 units14 units15 units17 units20 units24 units29 units

“C” and “US”

“LISTED”

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34 units56 units75 units

201 units

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176 units216 units

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PVC Coated Rigid Metal Conduit

The PVC Coating adhesion performance of this product Has been verified by UL for a 10 Day High Temperature (218⁰ F) H2O Adhesion Test followed by a Zinc Preece Test. (AS TM D870-15, NEMA RN1-3.8, UL6-6.2.2) Electrical Rigid Metal Conduit with Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Coating Verified for PVC Adhesion Performance. VeRified by UL - dyJC

For Use WithThreaded Fittings Only

Properties of PVC investigated as primary Corrosion ProtectionProperties of zinc investigated as primary Corrosion ProtectionConsult Manufacturer for Proper Installation

ERMC-SE472858

© 2016 O’kote Inc.Specifications are subject to change without notice.

A large industrial plant in the Gulf Coast was partially shut down due to a broken underground electrical line. The 5kv wire was installed in 4” PVC coated conduit. After a two week shut down and a lengthy investigation, it was determined that the conduits were not screwed together properly. The conduit threads had only engaged 1 to 2 threads of the coupling. The installer didn’t have a way to verify the integrity of the conduit connection.

O’Kote’s O’Guard Marking System (patent pending) insures a proper thread connection every time in the field and is easily inspected even after installation. When the Yellow Mark disappears into the sleeve, you know there are five threads engaged per NEC Article 500.8(E). Make sure your PVC Coated Conduit material has the O’Guard mark!

Corrosive elements cause millions of dollars in damage through lost time, materials and labor. Regardless of the materials used to combat these corrosive forces, they are only as good as the quality of the installation. In electrical conduit systems, improper installation of the raceway or fittings can cause expensive downtime and potential injury.

Performing the proper installation insures that the installed system is SAFE.

o’kote PVC Coated Conduit and Fittings has the answer to your sAFE raceway installation.

•TheO’GuardMarkingSystem (patent pending)oneverypieceofO’kotePVCCoatedConduitallowsvisualverificationthatconduitsareproperlythreadedintocouplingsandfittings.

•TheO’GuardMarkingSystem(patent pending)isalsoinstalledoneveryO’kotePVCCoatedElbow.

PVC coated conduit is installed in much the same manner as conventional rigid galvanized steel conduit; however, certain precautions must be taken to compensate for the exterior coating and to assure satisfactory results. By following these guidelines and using the proper tools, a damage-free installation can be obtained.

When installing PVC coated conduit or elbows into couplings, PVC coated fittings or threaded enclosures, it is imperative that the threads be engaged five turns into the receiving hub, per NEC article 500.8(E). O’kote’sO’GuardMarkingSystem(patent pending),onfulllengthsofconduitandelbowsallowsvisiblefieldverificationthatfivethreadsareengaged.

It is recommended that a yoke vise be used in the field for clamping PVC coated conduit. When using a yoke or any other vise, it is recommended that hardened steel jaws be replaced with adapters that provide greater clamping force to prevent the pipe from spinning during the threading operation.

To hold PVC coated conduit in any other vise, take two pieces of rigid conduit one size larger than the conduit to be threaded 6” - 8” long. Using a band saw, slice them lengthwise slightly off center. Use the smaller pieces as a shell around the conduit (throw away the large ones). This will grab onto the large area, allowing a strong grip without damage to the coating.

It is preferred that a roller type cutter be used in cutting the conduit as it results in a 1/4” exposed area of pipe before the start of the PVC jacket. This will allow the threader dies to engage the conduit easier and lessen pressure at the clamped area.

A hacksaw or band saw will result in a flush cut of the PVC and conduit. In this instance it is recommended to taper-trim the PVC starting at 1/4”

from the cut. This “pencil-cut” will allow the threader dies to engage more readily. If the end is not trimmed, additional pressure will be required to engage the dies.

Use a reamer to remove any burrs or sharp edges caused by the cutting operation

O’Kote offers an electric bender manufactured to accept 1/2” through 2” PVC coated conduit, allowing damage free bending.

For 2 1/2” and larger sizes, a hydraulic bender is recommended. Shoes especially designed for PVC coated conduit are available from most manufacturers. If existing rigid hydraulic shoes (not EMT) are to be modified, acceptable results can be obtained by machining .060” from the inside area of the shoe.

Threading PVC coated conduit with RIDGID hand dies requires modification to the dies. The inside diameter of the pipe guide to the die head must be machined out .120” to compensate for the PVC coating. Factory modified die heads are available from your distributor.

After new threads have been cut, it is important that corrosion protection be applied to the exposed metal. Use a de-greasing spray to thoroughly clean the threads and internal ream. Then apply a conductive corrosion inhibitor liberally to the threads per NEC article 300.6(a).

o’kote recommended installation ProceduresA tradition of High standards in Corrosion Protection

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CAMERA-READY LOGOTYPE OF THE UL LISTING MARK FOR CANADA AND THE U.S.

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UL US LISTEDC

UL US LISTEDC UL US LISTEDC

UL USC

LISTED

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LISTED

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LISTEDUL USC

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The minimum height of the registered trademark symbol shall be 3/64 ofan inch. When the overall diameter of the UL Mark is less than 3/8 of an inch,the trademark symbol may be omitted if it is not legible to the naked eye.

Please note:Not all of these elements should be used together with the same UL Mark.The word “LISTED” would only be used once — either to the right of or below the UL Mark (as shown).

The font for all letter forms is Helvetica Condensed Black, except forthe trademark symbol , which is Helvetica Condensed Medium.�No other fonts are acceptable.

RELATIVE DESIGN & PROPORTIONS OF THE UL LISTING MARK FOR CANADA AND THE U.S.

KEY TO DIMENSIONSUL MarkABCDEFGH

8 units13 units14 units15 units17 units20 units24 units29 units

“C” and “US”

“LISTED”

PQR

T

34 units56 units75 units

201 units

IJKLMN0

30 units35 units59 units85 units87 units

176 units216 units

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200-195S 10M/8/98

805.409.4050 | www.okote.net

necessity Can Be the Mother of innovation…

instAllAtion ProCEdurEstHE o’kotE AdVAntAGE

Corrosive elements cause millions of dollars in damage through lost time, materials and labor. For years, our industry has searched for an answer to this expensive problem. O’kote has the solution.

O’kote PVC Coating is a complete and total protection package for your entire conduit system. By encapsulating the conduit, O’kote prevents corrosion from attacking weak points in your raceway system. O’kote PVC Coating is a complete system with more than 2,500 varieties of fittings in stock, as well as corrosion-resistant supports and patching compounds.

O’kote PVC coated conduit and fittings set quality standards throughout the industry. O’kote PVC Coating has achieved it’s outstanding reputation through careful attention to every step of the manufacturing process. O’kote is unique in the industry, as we use 100% domestic conduit only and UL listed conduit couplings.

O’kote PVC Coating uses revolutionary, state of the art machinery to insure quality and maximize efficiency. O’kote employs “Green” manufacturing equipment and processes, creating the only environment-friendly PVC coating facility in the industry.

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PVC Coated Rigid Metal Conduit

The PVC Coating adhesion performance of this product Has been verified by UL for a 10 Day High Temperature (218⁰ F) H2O Adhesion Test followed by a Zinc Preece Test. (AS TM D870-15, NEMA RN1-3.8, UL6-6.2.2) Electrical Rigid Metal Conduit with Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Coating Verified for PVC Adhesion Performance. VeRified by UL - dyJC

For Use WithThreaded Fittings Only

Properties of PVC investigated as primary Corrosion ProtectionProperties of zinc investigated as primary Corrosion ProtectionConsult Manufacturer for Proper Installation

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© 2016 O’kote Inc.Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Corrosion solutions

© 2016 O’kote Inc. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

1. All conduit prior to coating shall conform to: Federal Specification WW-C-581E, ANSI specification C80.1 and UL 6.

2. The conduit shall be “Hot Dipped” galvanized inside and out with galvanized threads. The galvanized threads shall be coated with electrically conductive zinc paint. The zinc coating shall be intact & undisturbed.

3. Conduit shall be investigated by Underwriters Laboratories for both zinc as the primary coating and the PVC (polyvinyl chloride) as the primary coating ensuring double protection. Conduit shall be labeled with the UL label having only one exception requiring the use of threaded fittings. No disclaimer.

4. All coated conduit shall conform to NEMA Standard No. RN-1.

5. The interior of the conduit shall have a brown urethane coating of a nominal thickness of .002” (2 mils).

6. The exterior of the conduit shall have a PVC coating of a minimum thickness of .040” (40 mils) applied by dipping in liquid plastisol.

7. The exterior of the conduit and elbows shall have a marking system to insure proper thread penetration into couplings and fittings.

8. The conduit shall be bendable without damage to either interior or exterior coating.

9. A .002” (2 mils) nominal thickness coating of brown urethane shall be applied to the interior and the threads of all fittings.

10. A .040” (40mils) minimum thickness coating of PVC shall be applied to the exterior of all fittings. The coating shall be applied using the plastisol method.

11. Strut channel, strut fittings shall have a .020” (20mils) nominal thickness coating of PVC on all surfaces.

12. The PVC coating on all form 8 fittings shall form a gasket-like flange of at least 5/16” wide and .040” thick covering the top of the fitting around the opening.

13. The PVC coating on all form 7 and form 8 covers shall form a NEMA 4X gasket-like flange of at least 5/16” wide and .040” thick covering the bottom of the cover with a square sealing ring that mates with the flange of the fitting.

14. Stainless steel encapsulated screws shall be supplied with all form 7 and form 8 fittings.

15. All hubs on all fittings and couplings shall have a PVC sleeve extending one pipe diameter or 2 inches, whichever is less. The I.D. of the sleeve to be equal to the O.D. of the uncoated pipe.

16. The bond between the coatings and the metal shall be greater than the tensile strength of the coatings.

17. A loose coupling shall be supplied with each length of conduit.

18. RA clamps shall have a minimum of .040” (40 mils) coating throughout. All nuts for RA clamps and U-bolts shall be encapsulated in a hexagon shape to fit standard sockets.

General Properties for O’Kote PVC Coated Galvanized Conduit and Fittings

Hardness85-90 Shore A

Dielectric Strength400 Volts/mil @ 60 cycles

Aging1,000 hours Atlas Weatherometer

Elongation200%

TemperatureThe polyvinyl chloride compound shall conform at -10 degrees Fahrenheit temperature to Federal Specifications LP-406b, Method 2051, Amendment 1 of 25 September 1952 (ASTMD-746). O’Kote brown is not recommended for use in areas where it will be exposed to sustained temperatures of 200 degrees Fahrenheit or exposed to fire.

FlammabilityIf subjected to sustained flame or sustained heat above 400 degrees Fahrenheit, PVC will burn. PVC is self-extinguishing at room temperature.

ToxicityProlonged exposure to heat greater than 200 degrees Fahrenheit or exposure to fire may cause the plastic coatings to release harmful emissions posing a potential health hazard to persons subjected to such emissions.

Bonding TestUsing a sharp knife, make two parallel cuts through the coating 1/2” apart and 4” long. Make a cut connecting those two cuts and work with a knife underneath the plastic to free a plastic tab. The tab shall be pulled with a pair of pliers away from the pipe. The tab should tear leaving particles of plastic on the metal surface of the conduit indicating the bond is stronger than the tensile strength of the coating.

specifications for o’kote PVC Coated Galvanized Conduit and Fittings

805.409.4050 | 957 Faulkner Road #112 | Santa Paula, CA 93060

www.okote.net

© 2016 O’kote Inc. ~ 022016

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805.409.4050 | www.okote.net

Corrosion solutions

© 2016 O’kote Inc. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

1. All conduit prior to coating shall conform to: Federal Specification WW-C-581E, ANSI specification C80.1 and UL 6.

2. The conduit shall be “Hot Dipped” galvanized inside and out with galvanized threads. The galvanized threads shall be coated with electrically conductive zinc paint. The zinc coating shall be intact & undisturbed.

3. Conduit shall be investigated by Underwriters Laboratories for both zinc as the primary coating and the PVC (polyvinyl chloride) as the primary coating ensuring double protection. Conduit shall be labeled with the UL label having only one exception requiring the use of threaded fittings. No disclaimer.

4. All coated conduit shall conform to NEMA Standard No. RN-1.

5. The interior of the conduit shall have a brown urethane coating of a nominal thickness of .002” (2 mils).

6. The exterior of the conduit shall have a PVC coating of a minimum thickness of .040” (40 mils) applied by dipping in liquid plastisol.

7. The exterior of the conduit and elbows shall have a marking system to insure proper thread penetration into couplings and fittings.

8. The conduit shall be bendable without damage to either interior or exterior coating.

9. A .002” (2 mils) nominal thickness coating of brown urethane shall be applied to the interior and the threads of all fittings.

10. A .040” (40mils) minimum thickness coating of PVC shall be applied to the exterior of all fittings. The coating shall be applied using the plastisol method.

11. Strut channel, strut fittings shall have a .020” (20mils) nominal thickness coating of PVC on all surfaces.

12. The PVC coating on all form 8 fittings shall form a gasket-like flange of at least 5/16” wide and .040” thick covering the top of the fitting around the opening.

13. The PVC coating on all form 7 and form 8 covers shall form a NEMA 4X gasket-like flange of at least 5/16” wide and .040” thick covering the bottom of the cover with a square sealing ring that mates with the flange of the fitting.

14. Stainless steel encapsulated screws shall be supplied with all form 7 and form 8 fittings.

15. All hubs on all fittings and couplings shall have a PVC sleeve extending one pipe diameter or 2 inches, whichever is less. The I.D. of the sleeve to be equal to the O.D. of the uncoated pipe.

16. The bond between the coatings and the metal shall be greater than the tensile strength of the coatings.

17. A loose coupling shall be supplied with each length of conduit.

18. RA clamps shall have a minimum of .040” (40 mils) coating throughout. All nuts for RA clamps and U-bolts shall be encapsulated in a hexagon shape to fit standard sockets.

General Properties for O’Kote PVC Coated Galvanized Conduit and Fittings

Hardness85-90 Shore A

Dielectric Strength400 Volts/mil @ 60 cycles

Aging1,000 hours Atlas Weatherometer

Elongation200%

TemperatureThe polyvinyl chloride compound shall conform at -10 degrees Fahrenheit temperature to Federal Specifications LP-406b, Method 2051, Amendment 1 of 25 September 1952 (ASTMD-746). O’Kote brown is not recommended for use in areas where it will be exposed to sustained temperatures of 200 degrees Fahrenheit or exposed to fire.

FlammabilityIf subjected to sustained flame or sustained heat above 400 degrees Fahrenheit, PVC will burn. PVC is self-extinguishing at room temperature.

ToxicityProlonged exposure to heat greater than 200 degrees Fahrenheit or exposure to fire may cause the plastic coatings to release harmful emissions posing a potential health hazard to persons subjected to such emissions.

Bonding TestUsing a sharp knife, make two parallel cuts through the coating 1/2” apart and 4” long. Make a cut connecting those two cuts and work with a knife underneath the plastic to free a plastic tab. The tab shall be pulled with a pair of pliers away from the pipe. The tab should tear leaving particles of plastic on the metal surface of the conduit indicating the bond is stronger than the tensile strength of the coating.

specifications for o’kote PVC Coated Galvanized Conduit and Fittings

805.409.4050 | 957 Faulkner Road #112 | Santa Paula, CA 93060

www.okote.net

© 2016 O’kote Inc. ~ 022016

UL US LISTEDC

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