{"product_id":"thomas-betts-8853-threadless-conduit-connector","title":"Thomas \u0026 Betts 8853 Threadless Conduit Connector","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDescription:\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eThe Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 8853 Threadless Connector is used to connect and effectively bond 3-1\/2-inch rigid metal conduit (RMC) or intermediate metal conduit (IMC) to electrical boxes and enclosures without threading the conduit. Commonly installed in industrial facilities, commercial buildings, power distribution systems, and heavy-duty electrical installations, this insulated threadless connector features a malleable iron body with a nylon-insulated throat to protect conductors while providing a concrete-tight connection. Electricians, maintenance technicians, and electrical contractors use this fitting for new installations, repairs, retrofits, and replacement of rigid conduit connections. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eThe Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 8853 is designed for terminating 3-1\/2-inch threadless rigid metal conduit or IMC into electrical enclosures, junction boxes, switchgear, and panelboards. Its split steel ring provides positive grounding and mechanical retention without requiring conduit threading, making it ideal for industrial plants, commercial facilities, utility installations, manufacturing equipment, and concrete-embedded conduit systems. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"2451\"\u003e• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 8853\u003cbr data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e• Brand: Thomas \u0026amp; Betts (ABB) – T\u0026amp;B® Industrial Fittings\u003cbr data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e• Product Type: Insulated Threadless Connector\u003cbr data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e• Trade Size: 3-1\/2 in.\u003cbr data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e• Conduit Compatibility: Rigid Metal Conduit (RMC) and Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC)\u003cbr data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003e• Connection Type: Threadless Compression Connector\u003cbr data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e• Throat Type: Nylon Insulated\u003cbr data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e• Material: Malleable Iron Body\u003cbr data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003e• Ring Material: Split Hardened Steel Ring with Diagonal Serrations\u003cbr data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003e• Finish: Zinc Electroplated with Chromate Coating (Dura-Plate® finish available)\u003cbr data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003e• Connection Rating: Concrete-Tight\u003cbr data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e• Grounding: Positive Mechanical Bond Through Split Steel Ring\u003cbr data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003e• Installation: Wrench Tightened; No Conduit Threading Required\u003cbr data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e• Standards: UL Listed (UL File E23018), CSA Certified, Federal Specification WF-408, NEMA Compliant\u003cbr data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003e• Features: Eliminates conduit threading, protects conductors from abrasion, corrosion-resistant construction, permanent mechanical connection, positive grounding\u003cbr data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003e• Typical Applications: Switchgear, Motor Control Centers, Industrial Electrical Systems, Commercial Buildings, Utility Infrastructure, Manufacturing Facilities \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2586\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 8851\u003cbr data-start=\"2500\" data-end=\"2503\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 8973\u003cbr data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 8850\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THOMAS","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51714008678702,"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_37f781ee-17aa-4f54-aabf-d142596a6c6e.jpg?v=1770413631","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/thomas-betts-8853-threadless-conduit-connector","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}