I'm looking to install some outlets in an outdoor and rain-exposed location using 1/2 inch EMT. I've found plenty of raintight couplings and box connectors, so I'm good there. But I do need to make four tight 90 degree turns and I can't seem to find any elbow or conduit body that is specifically listed as raintight. I've seen plenty of options for compression fittings, but they aren't specifically listed as raintight.
Does such a thing exist? Or is it fine to just use a compression fitting for this even if it's not specifically listed for use in a wet location?
Best Answer
If surface mount and going around a corner we usually use conduit bodies.
I usually use LB’s the opening is on the back and they have gaskets.
It is nuts since conduit is a wet location outside but rain tight couplings are required. These are usually compression type.
For drainage, I usually drill a small hole (1/4” or less) in the bottom of my receptacle or switch boxes outside or any place I have splices I don’t want the fitting to fill up with water.
There are short radius 90’s but I don’t remember these approved for wet locations where most LB’s are.