Overview
The Thomas & Betts 734A is a 1-inch OCAL Blue PVC-coated conduit body designed for corrosion-resistant electrical installations. This Type 4X rated fitting features a durable external PVC coating and blue urethane interior coating, making it ideal for industrial, outdoor, and coastal environments where standard steel conduit bodies would corrode. The 734A is manufactured to industry standards and provides long-term protection for electrical raceways and cable runs.
Key Features
- 1-inch trade size fitting for standard conduit systems
- OCAL Blue PVC exterior coating (minimum 40 mils) for superior corrosion protection
- Blue urethane interior coating (nominal 2 mils) for added durability
- Type 4X rated for harsh industrial environments
- Threaded rigid conduit compatible
- Manufactured in Canada with proven reliability
Technical Specifications
- Conduit Size: 1 inch
- Model Number: 734A
- Type Rating: Type 4X
- Exterior Coating: PVC, minimum 40 mils (0.040 inch)
- Interior Coating: Blue urethane, nominal 2 mils
- Material: Steel with PVC coating
- Body Length: Approximately 9 inches
- Side Length: Approximately 2 inches
- Country of Origin: Canada
- Standards Compliance: UL6, CSA 22.2 No. 45.1, NEMA RN-1, ANSI C80.1
- Condition: New, No Box
Typical Applications
The Thomas & Betts 734A conduit body is used in electrical installations where corrosion protection is critical:
- Industrial plants with moisture, chemical, or salt-spray exposure
- Coastal and marine electrical installations
- Outdoor conduit runs and cable trays
- Food processing and agricultural facilities
- Cooling tower and HVAC equipment installations
- Wastewater treatment plants
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Threaded rigid steel conduit (standard 1-inch trade size)
- Thomas & Betts OCAL Blue conduit and fittings
- Standard electrical conduit supports and hangers rated for 1-inch conduit
- UL- and CSA-listed rigid conduit systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Uncoated steel 1-inch conduit bodies where corrosion protection is required
- Other PVC-coated conduit body 4X types (verify with system design)
Works With
- All standard threaded rigid conduit and IMC systems
- Electrical installation best practices and NEC standards
- Industrial electrical system design and retrofit applications
