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ABB - Installation Products E943K - Male Terminal Adapter, Size 2-1/2 Inches, Length 2.480 Inches, Outer Diameter 3.290 Inches, Material PVC, Color Gray, For use with Schedule 40 and 80 Conduit, Pack of 25
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ABB Installation Products E943K Male Terminal Adapter, Size 2-1/2 Inches, Length 2.480 Inches, Outer Diameter 3.290…

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Overview

The ABB E943K Male Terminal Adapter is a precision-molded PVC fitting engineered to bridge non-metallic rigid conduit systems with threaded metallic components, boxes, or fittings in industrial and commercial electrical installations. Manufactured by ABB Installation Products under the Carlon brand, this adapter features a 2.5-inch nominal size with a 2.480-inch overall length and a maximum outer diameter of 3.290 inches, ensuring compatibility with Schedule 40 and 80 PVC conduits. The gray PVC construction delivers inherent corrosion resistance and long-term durability in wet, corrosive, or chemically aggressive environments, making it ideal for outdoor enclosures, underground vaults, and industrial facilities. The male threaded end (NPT) provides direct integration with metallic systems, while the socket end accepts conduit for a secure, leak-proof connection that meets electrical code requirements. With a standard carton quantity of 25 units, the E943K is optimized for bulk procurement, reducing inventory overhead and streamlining large-scale installations. Typical applications include electrical distribution systems, HVAC conduit runs, telecommunications infrastructure, and industrial machinery where non-metallic conduit must interface with metallic junction boxes, panels, or threaded fittings. The adapter’s typical inner diameter measures 2.400 inches, accommodating standard conduit sizes, and the carton weighs approximately 7 pounds for efficient handling. Part of ABB’s Carlon PVC conduit fittings line, the E943K leverages over 50 years of field-proven performance in non-metallic conduit systems. Installation requires adherence to national and local electrical codes, and when used with ABB’s A253 series snap-in terminal adapters, Carlon flat washers must be installed at the box end for concrete-tight sealing.
  • 2.5-inch nominal size with 2.480-inch length and 3.290-inch outer diameter
  • Gray PVC construction for corrosion resistance in harsh environments
  • Male NPT threads for direct integration with metallic systems or boxes
  • Socket end accepts Schedule 40 and 80 PVC conduit for secure, leak-proof fit
  • Pack of 25 units for bulk installations and reduced procurement frequency

Specifications

Application
For adapting non-metallic conduits to boxes, threaded fittings, metallic systems
Color
Gray
Connection Type
Threaded
Material
PVC
Material
Non-Metallic
Material Quality
Non-Metallic
Series
Carlon PVC conduit fittings
Size
2-1/2 Inches
Size
2.5 Inches
Special Features
Male threads on one end, socket end on the other
Standard
UL E23018
Standard
UL E23018 / UL E23018
Type
Male & Female Adapters
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
0.01 IN x 0.01 IN x 0.01 IN
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
0.0254 cm x 0.0254 cm x 0.0254 cm
Package Weight (Imperial)
0.250 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.113 kg
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