Type LNMP Food Grade

Part of the Food Grade Conduit Family. 

This UL listed (cULus) nonmetallic liquidtight blue conduit is now antimicrobial and is designed for a variety of installations regarding motion, vibration, and bending on food processing equipment. It is often specified in “Power Track” or cable carrier installations and on industrial robots. It does not contain a metal core which could fatigue from repeated flexing or vibration.

Construction:

Inner Core:

• Flexible PVC
• Nylon reinforcing braid

Liquidtight Jacket:

• Flexible PVC made from an FDA-approved compound
• Formulated for “Splash Zone” food and beverage contact
• Meets FDA CFR21 and NSF 51/61 requirements
• Resistant to Oils and Mild Acids
• Flame Retardant
• Sunlight Resistant (UV)

Application:

Type LNMP is a Certified Component for NSF/ANSI 169 special purpose food equipment.

• Smooth exterior for easy washdown
• Resistant to Sodium Hypochlorite (Bleach)
• NEW Antimicrobial jacket with biocide additive

Type LNMP is intended for installation in accordance with Article 356 of the NEC (ANSI/NFPA-70) for flexible liquidtight nonmetallic conduit (LFNC-A or FNMC-A).

• For containment of 1000 volt and lower potential circuits.
• Listed and marked for outdoor use.
• Installations in hazardous (classified) locations:
  • Class I Div. 2 Article 501
  • Class II Div. 1&2 Article 502
  • Class III Div. 1&2 Article 503
• Electric signs and outdoor lighting over 1000 volts. Article 600.31(A)
• Wiring methods for pools and spas. Article 680

Conforms to the requirements of Section 14.5.5 of the electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery NFPA-79.

Fittings:

Fittings for layered conduit are for that conduit only and are so identified by the marking “FNMC-A” or “LFNC-A” for liquidtight flexible nonmetallic conduit Type A. 1/2″ straight examples include:

• Thomas & Betts (Steel) #3721 (Plastic) #6302
• Appleton Electric # STNM-50
• Kellems / Hubell # H050CNK

Packaging:

Coiled in cartons or in random lengths (minimum 50 feet) on non-returnable Reels.

Markets:

Food Processing, Healthcare,  Pharmaceuticals