NON-METALLIC RIGID CONDUIT - Lesson Plan

Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region IV-A CALABARZON
Division of Rizal
UNIVERSITY OF RIZAL SYSTEM

MORONG, RIZAL
SEMI-DETAILED LESSON PLAN IN CT 2
I. LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Content Standard
The learners demonstrate an understanding of the wiring methods (Nonmetallic
Rigid Conduit) (PVC)
Objectives
At the end of this lesson, the learners will be able to:
• Identify the different types of PVC bends
• Understand the proper use of tools and materials
• Perform the different bends of PVC
• Follow and observe safety precautions in doing electrical works.
II. SUBJECT MATTER

Topic: Non-metallic Rigid Conduit (PVC)
References: https://pennaelectric.com/electrician-blog/
Materials: PowerPoint Presentation, Canva
III. LEARNING ACTIVITIES

A. Preliminary
a. Prayer
b. Greetings
c. Checking of Attendance
d. Review
B. Activity (Lesson Proper)
Rigid non-metallic conduit is made of suitable non-metallic materials, which is

resistant to moisture and chemical atmosphere. For use aboveground, such conduit
is also flame retardant, resistant to impact and crushing, resists distortion due to heat
and resistant to damage under conditions likely to be encountered in service as well
as to low temperature and sunlight effects. For use underground, the material is
acceptable resistant to moisture and corrosive agents and or sufficient strength to
withstand abuse, such as impact and crushing in handling and during installation.
Where intended for direct burial without encasement in concrete, the material used is
capable of withstanding continued loading which is likely to be encountered after
installation.
Materials, which have been recognized as having suitable physical

characteristics when properly formed and treated include fiber asbestos cement
soapstone, rigid polyvinyl chloride and high-density polyethylene for underground use
and rigid polyvinyl chloride and asbestos cement for use aboveground.
All approved non-metallic conduits are suitable for underground installations.
Some types are approved for direct burial in the earth while other types must be
encased in concrete underground applications. The only non-metallic conduit
approved for use aboveground at the present time is rigid polyvinyl chloride. But sine
not all polyvinyl conduits are suitable for use aboveground the Underwriter’s
Laboratories label in each conduit will indicate if the conduit is suitable for such use.
Polyvinyl chloride conduits are shipped in lengths of 10 feet.
Nowadays, PVC conduit is one of the most commonly used conduits. In

electrical wiring installation due to its greater advantage of easier preparation than
rigid metal conduit. In the preparation of PVC conduit for installation, one has to do
the cutting, trimming and bending. After cutting, all cut ends are trimmed inside with
a knife to remove the edges. Different conduit bends are made by heating in such a
way that the conduit will not be injured and that the internal diameter of the conduit
will not be reduced. However, field bends are made only with the equipment
specifically approved for the purpose, and the radius of the curve of the inner edge of
such bends should not be less than the number of bends in one run, a run of conduit
between outlets or boxes should not contain more than the equivalent of four quarter
bends (360°) total including those bends located immediately at the outlet or box.
Plastics conduits, which either made of polyvinyl chloride or

polyethylene comes in a various sizes and dimension as in rigid steel conduit.
There are different bends to conform electrical installation using PVC. They are
as follows:
1. OFFSET BEND- It is needed at the end of the conduit if it is running

through an outlet box for connection of lightning fixture, convenience outlet
and similar others.
2. 90 DEGREES BEND- It is required when running the conduit over the

joints and when you want to enter a ceiling or wall outlet on the floor below
or from an exposed ceiling running to a box on the wall.
3. SADDLE BEND- it is made possible when crossing a conduit already in

place on a ceiling and/or passing over an obstruction.
4. GOOSENECK BEND- it is often used for connecting or installing lightning

fixtures on the driveways or street.
Materials and Tools used in PVC Bending
1. Hacksaw
2. Smooth Round File
3. Heat Gun or Electric Stove
According to the wiring regulations and requirements as issued in the

Philippine Electrical Code, rigid non-metallic conduit and fittings approved for
the purpose may be used under the following conditions and where the
potential is 600 volts as noted in Rule 2331 (b).
1. Underground if encased in not less than two inches of concrete.
2. Direct earth burial if not a type approved for and buried not less than in 24
inches below the surface.
3. In concrete walls, floors and ceilings.
4. In locations subjects to severe corrosive influences as set forth in Rule 2065

and where subject to chemicals for which the materials are especially
approved.
5. Cinder fill.
6. Wet locations. In portion of diaries, laundries, canneries, or other wet

locations where walls are frequently washed the entire conduit system including
boxers and fittings used therewith shall also be so installed and equipped as to
prevent water from entering the conduit. All supports, bolts, straps, screws, etc.,
shall be of corrosion-resistant materials or protected against corrosion-resistant
materials.
7. In dry and damp locations not prohibited by Rule 2331 (b).
However, rigid non-metallic conduit shall not be used under the following
conditions:
1. Less than 8 feet above ground outdoors unless protected against physical damage.
2. In hazardous locations except as covered in Rule 4128.
3. In the concealed spaces of combustible construction.
4. For the support of fixtures or other equipment.
5. Where subject to ambient temperatures exceeding those for which the conduit has
been tested.
6. For conductors whose insulation exceeds the conduit temperature limitation
7. For exceeding 600 volts as unless encased in not less than 2 inches of concrete.
8. In sunlight unless approved for the purpose.
C. ANALYSIS
1. What is/are the advantages of using a Rigid Nonmetallic Conduit
2. What is/are the disadvantages of using Rigid Nonmetallic Conduit
D. ABSTRACTION
The use of Non-metallic Rigid Conduit has many advantages such as its
characteristics like resistant to moisture and chemical reaction, flame retardant and
more. And that it is sturdy enough to resist crushing which is ideal for underground
installation and direct burial. Also, it can be flexible enough to adapt on the places
its being installed into.
IV. ASSESSMENT
Part I.
Directions: Read the questions carefully and choose the correct answer.
1. It is needed at the end of the conduit if it is running through an outlet box for
connection of lightning fixture, convenience outlet and similar others.
a. 90 Degree Bend b. Offset Bend
c. Gooseneck Bend d. Saddle Bend
2. It is required when running the conduit over the joints and when you want to enter a
ceiling or wall outlet on the floor below or from an exposed ceiling running to a box
on the wall.
3. It is made possible when crossing a conduit already in place on a ceiling and/or
passing over an obstruction.
4. It is often used for connecting or installing lightning fixtures on the driveways or
street.
Part II.
Directions: Read the questions carefully and identify whether the statement is true or false.
Write TRUE if the statement is correct and write FALSE if not.
1. Non-metallic Rigid conduit may be used Underground if encased in not less than two
inches of concrete.
2. Non-metallic Rigid conduit may be used in direct earth burial if not a type approved for
and buried not less than in 24 inches below the surface.
3. Non-metallic Rigid conduit shall not be used in Less than 10 feet above ground outdoors
unless protected against physical damage.
4. Non-metallic Rigid conduit shall not be used for exceeding 600 volts as unless encased
in not less than 2 inches of concrete.
5. Non-metallic Rigid conduit may be used for the support of fixtures or other equipment.
6. Non-metallic Rigid conduit may be used in the concealed spaces of combustible
construction
Prepared by:
BRIANT KING DP. PEÑAS

Student Teacher
Checked by:
SENNEN ALEJANDRO
Cooperating Teacher

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Republic of the Philippines

UNIVERSITY OF RIZAL SYSTEM

SEMI-DETAILED LESSON PLAN IN CT 2

II. SUBJECT MATTER

III. LEARNING ACTIVITIES

B. Activity (Lesson Proper)

Rigid non-metallic conduit is made of suitable non-metallic materials, which is

Materials, which have been recognized as having suitable physical

Nowadays, PVC conduit is one of the most commonly used conduits. In

Plastics conduits, which either made of polyvinyl chloride or

1. OFFSET BEND- It is needed at the end of the conduit if it is running

2. 90 DEGREES BEND- It is required when running the conduit over the

3. SADDLE BEND- it is made possible when crossing a conduit already in

4. GOOSENECK BEND- it is often used for connecting or installing lightning

Materials and Tools used in PVC Bending

According to the wiring regulations and requirements as issued in the

1. Underground if encased in not less than two inches of concrete.

4. In locations subjects to severe corrosive influences as set forth in Rule 2065

6. Wet locations. In portion of diaries, laundries, canneries, or other wet

7. In dry and damp locations not prohibited by Rule 2331 (b).

2. In hazardous locations except as covered in Rule 4128.

3. In the concealed spaces of combustible construction.

4. For the support of fixtures or other equipment.

6. For conductors whose insulation exceeds the conduit temperature limitation

8. In sunlight unless approved for the purpose.

BRIANT KING DP. PEÑAS

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