Use of PVC Conduit

[DM_PNW]

Does anyone use PVC Conduit for their onboard wiring? Thinking of adding a couple runs to tidy up a few of the longer runs that are under the decks (inaccessible). Maybe one set for 12v loads, another for instrument network? $50 in 3/4" PVC could do a lot.... or maybe 1" for the extra capacity, apart from the issue of de-rating from free-air ampacity.

Dave

 

[nickyp]

I've seen it alot

 

[MDI45]

You could also use the black lawn sprinkler hose .....it's rigid but if you need to make a bend you could.....50 foot rolls are short money

 

[BunkerMan]

I am currently using both PVC and rubber hose for conduit.

 

[DM_PNW]

To field bend PVC, Rack-A-Tiers - Specialty Electrical Tools | Pipe Viper

I have the 1/2 and 3/4 for work and like them. Been told the 1" is harder to bend, but can be done and beats messing with a heat gun... And saves a ton over pre made bends, plus if you need to do a funky offset you can make what you need.

Had issues getting black poly hose to lay straight-ish when i did my sprinklers, figure in a boat would be more difficult.

 

[Stinkpot]

Not a DE, but to answer your question: Yes.