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ABB - Installation Products RB 432 - 1/2 Inch to 3/4 Inch, Reducer and Enlarger, Malleable Iron-Zinc Plated, For Use with Rigid/IMC Conduit

ABB Installation Products RB 432 1/2 Inch to 3/4 Inch, Reducer and Enlarger, Malleable Iron-Zinc Plated, For Use with…

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Overview

The ABB RB 432 is a versatile malleable iron fitting engineered to provide seamless conduit size transitions, crucial for industrial and commercial electrical installations. This specific reducer and enlarger adapter is designed to facilitate secure and reliable connections between 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch Rigid/IMC conduit sizes. Constructed from robust and durable malleable iron, the RB 432 is further enhanced with a zinc-plated finish. This plating offers excellent corrosion resistance, ensuring long-term reliability and performance even in demanding and potentially harsh environments. The fitting's robust construction is engineered to guarantee a secure and efficient connection, thereby simplifying the overall conduit system assembly process. For ease of installation, the RB 432 features a hex shoulder design, which allows for convenient and effective wrench tightening, ensuring a firm and secure installation. This fitting is specifically suitable for use in hazardous locations where general purpose equipment is permitted by the National Electrical Code (NEC). This includes applications within Class I, Division 2; Class II, Division 1 & 2; and Class III, Division 1 & 2 hazardous locations, as stipulated by NEC sections 501-4(b), 502-4(a)(b), and 503-3(a)(b). The RB 432 has undergone rigorous testing and is UL recognized, holding File Number E-23018, and is also CSA certified, with File Number 2884. These certifications confirm that the RB 432 meets stringent industry standards for safety and performance. ABB Installation Products is a trusted provider of dependable conduit fittings designed to enhance the integrity and efficiency of your electrical infrastructure. SKU: RB 432. UNSPSC: 39131707.
  • Adapts 1/2 Inch to 3/4 Inch Rigid/IMC Conduit
  • Durable Malleable Iron Construction
  • Corrosion-Resistant Zinc-Plated Finish
  • Hex shoulder for convenient wrench tightening
  • Suitable for Hazardous Locations (NEC Class I, II, III)
  • UL Recognized (E-23018) and CSA Certified (2884)

Specifications

Application
For Use with Rigid/IMC Conduits
Material
Malleable Iron
Material
Malleable Iron-Zinc Plated
Material Quality
Malleable Iron
Size
1/2 Inch to 3/4 Inch
Standard
UL E23018
Trade Size
1/2 to 3/4 in
Type
Reducers & Enlargers
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)
0.100 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.045 kg
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