{"product_id":"thomas-betts-5238-straight-liquidtight-connector","title":"Thomas \u0026 Betts 5238 Straight Liquidtight Connector","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a5a4e3c-aefc-83ec-89d6-6e03135541eb-173\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a5a4e3c-aefc-83ec-89d6-6e03135541eb-173\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a5a4e3c-aefc-83ec-89d6-6e03135541eb-173\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-390\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-15 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"bfba2226-1511-45a8-92e6-98dd7b86b1ab\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"streaming-animation markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eThe Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 5238 Straight Liquidtight Connector is used to securely terminate 2-1\/2-inch liquidtight flexible metal conduit (LFMC) to electrical boxes and enclosures while providing a positive mechanical bond and moisture-resistant connection. Commonly installed in industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, HVAC systems, wastewater treatment plants, and outdoor electrical installations, this non-insulated malleable iron connector features an electro zinc-plated finish for excellent corrosion resistance. Maintenance teams and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/hmi-operator-interfaces\"\u003esystem integrators\u003c\/a\u003e use this fitting for repair, retrofit, expansion, and replacement of liquidtight conduit systems. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003eThe Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 5238 is designed for connecting 2-1\/2-inch liquidtight flexible metal conduit to junction boxes, motor control centers, switchgear, control panels, and electrical enclosures in indoor and outdoor environments exposed to continuous or intermittent moisture. Its straight, threaded design provides secure conduit termination and dependable electrical bonding, making it suitable for commercial, industrial, OEM, utility, petrochemical, and heavy-duty electrical applications. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003e• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 5238\u003cbr data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e• Brand: Thomas \u0026amp; Betts (ABB) – T\u0026amp;B Liquidtight Fittings\u003cbr data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e• Product Type: Straight Liquidtight Flexible Metal Conduit Connector\u003cbr data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e• Trade Size: 2-1\/2 in.\u003cbr data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003e• Compatible Conduit: Liquidtight Flexible Metal Conduit (LFMC)\u003cbr data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e• Style: Straight\u003cbr data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e• Throat Type: Non-Insulated\u003cbr data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e• Material: Malleable Iron \/ Steel\u003cbr data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003e• Finish: Electro Zinc Plated \/ Chromate Coating\u003cbr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003e• Thread Type: External NPT Thread\u003cbr data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003e• Connection Type: Compression, Threaded\u003cbr data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e• Dimension A: 3-3\/4 in.\u003cbr data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003e• Dimension B: 4-1\/8 in.\u003cbr data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003e• Dimension C: 1 in.\u003cbr data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e• Features: Low torque installation, positive conduit-to-enclosure bonding, corrosion-resistant finish, suitable for wet and damp locations\u003cbr data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003e• Standards: UL Listed (UL E23018), CSA Certified, RoHS Compliant\u003cbr data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003e• Typical Applications: Electrical Enclosures, Junction Boxes, Industrial Machinery, HVAC Equipment, Outdoor Electrical Systems, Petrochemical Facilities, Manufacturing Plants, Water \u0026amp; Wastewater Facilities \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2445\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 5237\u003cbr data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 5239\u003cbr data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 5338\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thomas","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51714005303598,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/Ebay_website_image_8e6c1f60-b7b6-445b-9026-b30b12c97fb1.jpg?v=1770413536","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/thomas-betts-5238-straight-liquidtight-connector","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}