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It is also possible in most cases to install a raceway system in such a fashion using elbows etc and not have to worry about expansion fittings at all.

I agree and that is a great point to bring up.

It is probably a better design to use turns to make up for expansion.

I see turns used to compensate for expansion on steam lines and gas lines.

Usually if it is a long straight run they put some bends in the middle, kind of a "U".

Right, left, left, right, if that makes it any clearer.


Bob Badger
Construction & Maintenance Electrician
Massachusetts