Non-Liquidtight Metal Conduits
Flexible metal conduits for industrial wire, cable, and fiber-optic bundle protection.
Flexa non-liquidtight metal conduits are used where flexible metal protection is required without an outer jacket. They are selected for applications where flexibility, wall construction, temperature capability, abrasion resistance, or added braid protection are the main selection factors.
Available families include galvanized steel, stainless steel, tinned copper wire braided, and galvanized steel wire braided options for general-purpose, high-temperature, EMC-rated, and added-protection applications.
Flexa non-liquidtight metal conduits are available directly from IBIS, a key North American source for Flexa conduit solutions.
Non-Liquidtight Metal Conduit Families
Non-liquidtight metal conduit families are differentiated by base conduit construction, material, and whether the application requires added braid protection or higher-temperature stainless steel performance.
Highly Flexible
Strong-Wall
FLEXAgraff-AS
Strong-wall galvanized steel conduit for flexible general-purpose industrial protection
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Strong-wall stainless steel conduit for high-temperature industrial service
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SPR-EDU-AS
High-flex galvanized steel wire braided conduit for added outer mechanical protection
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FLEXAgraff-CU-AS
Galvanized steel conduit with tinned copper wire braiding for EMC-rated applications
View ProductsNon-Liquidtight Family Selection Table
| Family | Best For | Construction / Material | Main Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPR-AS | general-purpose flexible routing | SPR / galvanized steel | high flexibility |
| SPR-VA | high-flex stainless applications | SPR / stainless steel | high flexibility, higher-temperature capability |
| FLEXAgraff-AS | stronger-wall general-purpose use | FLEXAgraff / galvanized steel | stronger wall construction |
| FLEXAgraff-VA | strong-wall stainless applications | FLEXAgraff / stainless steel | stronger wall, higher-temperature capability |
| SPR-EDU-AS | added outer protection | SPR / galvanized steel wire braiding | added mechanical protection |
| SPR-CU-AS | high-flex EMC-rated use | SPR / tinned copper wire braiding | flexibility with EMC shielding |
| FLEXAgraff-CU-AS | stronger-wall EMC-rated use | FLEXAgraff galvanized steel / tinned copper wire braiding | stronger wall with EMC shielding |
How to Choose the Right Non-Liquidtight Metal Conduit
Non-liquidtight metal conduit selection depends on four main factors: required flexibility, wall construction, material, and whether the application requires added braid protection.
Base Conduit Construction
SPR families are the high-flex non-liquidtight option.
FLEXAgraff families are better suited where stronger wall construction and heavier-duty performance are more important.
Material
Use galvanized steel for general-purpose non-liquidtight applications where durable metal protection is required.
Use stainless steel where corrosion resistance, higher-temperature capability, or exposure to more demanding operating environments is important.
Braided Families
Braided non-liquidtight families are used where the application requires EMC-rated shielding or added outer mechanical protection.
SPR-CU-AS is the high-flex option with tinned copper wire braiding for EMC-rated applications.
FLEXAgraff-CU-AS is the stronger-wall galvanized steel option with tinned copper wire braiding for EMC-rated applications.
SPR-EDU-AS is the galvanized steel wire braided option for added outer protection.
Application Fit
SPR-AS is the better starting point where flexibility and easier routing are the main priorities.
FLEXAgraff-AS is the better starting point where stronger wall construction is preferred.
VA families are used where stainless steel performance is required.
CU and EDU families are used where shielding or added outer protection drives selection.
Applications for Non-Liquidtight Metal Conduits
Non-liquidtight metal conduits are commonly used where wires, cables, and fiber-optic bundles require flexible metal protection without an outer jacket.
Typical applications include:
- machinery and equipment wiring
- automation systems
- machine shops and mechanical equipment
- installations with tight routing requirements
- applications exposed to abrasion or impact
- higher-temperature applications requiring stainless steel conduit
- EMC-rated or added-protection applications using braided families
Frequently Asked Questions About Non-Liquidtight Metal Conduits
What is the difference between non-liquidtight and liquidtight metal conduit?
Non-liquidtight metal conduit does not include an outer jacket. It is selected where flexible metal protection is needed without sealed external protection.
When should I choose SPR instead of FLEXAgraff?
Choose SPR when higher flexibility is the main priority. Choose FLEXAgraff when stronger wall construction and heavier-duty performance are more important.
When should I choose stainless steel non-liquidtight conduit?
Choose stainless steel non-liquidtight conduit where corrosion resistance, higher-temperature capability, or exposure to more demanding operating environments is important.
When is a braided non-liquidtight conduit the better choice?
Braided non-liquidtight conduit is the better choice where the application requires EMC-rated shielding or added outer mechanical protection.
Need Help Selecting the Right Non-Liquidtight Metal Conduit?
If you need help selecting the right non-liquidtight metal conduit for your application, our team can help compare flexibility, wall construction, material, and braid options across the Flexa family range.