Important Factors To Consider While Selecting Solar Conduit

Use of solar conduits in and around the property that houses a solar power system is mandatory. This hard protective tubing helps in protection of wires and cables used in the electrical application. Wires are pulled through the conduit to be then placed inside the walls or floors. In the solar system, the wires would be exposed to rain and sunlight that could lead to extensive and expensive damages.

Building and fire code have wiring that specifies the desired cable and conduit ratings. Various circuits around home would require cable protection only at certain points and the performance of the conduit would hugely depend on installation location.

For solar application, it is always suggested to use code compliant and long-lasting tubes, which many ignore and go for low grades. This practice could be dangerous as the tubing would not be able to tolerate the high temperatures, which could cause fire accidents. 

The area the cables are run and the method used for securing them is very important while choosing the material. The contractor should be well aware of the cables are running over a roof or under a building, if they were under shelter would decide the type of conduit needed.

Other factors that help in deciding the material for conduit are minimum and maximum temperatures, thermal expansion and absorption, amount of vibration. The electrician, based on these factors, decide if they need a flexible or rigid pipe. The length of the conduit also matters to some extent. 

Another important factor that plays a major role in the maintenance of the installation area. Industrial trimmers, routine wash-down process or near-by grazing animals are few hazards that could damage the conduit and make them useless. Strong tubes would be needed for areas such as roofs, parking garages or connection under buildings, as they are more prone to moisture and heat. 

Experts suggest taking the help of a professional, when in doubt. They could help in providing the best possible solution in this field as they might have experienced such issues earlier as well.