Flexible aluminum conduit - 3/8 in trade size CSA/UL coil - Anamet Canada 3/8FLEX

What this product is for

This 3/8 in aluminum flexible conduit is used to route electrical conductors where a raceway needs to bend around equipment, framing, or other obstructions. It suits commercial and industrial installations that need a flexible metal raceway rather than rigid conduit.

Use for

Use for short runs to equipment, tight offsets, control wiring, and retrofit work where flexibility helps reduce installation time. Commonly used where electricians need a bendable metal conduit in place of straight raceway sections.

Avoid for

Avoid using it where a liquidtight wiring method is required unless paired with a listed liquidtight system. Also avoid assuming conductor capacity from trade size alone; conduit fill should be checked to code and actual conductor count.

Best for

Best for commercial and industrial branch wiring runs that need flexibility around tight corners or equipment connections. A practical choice when 3/8 in trade size is sufficient and a lightweight aluminium construction is preferred.

Installed in

Typically installed in commercial buildings, industrial facilities, control panels, machinery areas, and retrofit pathways. It is commonly terminated with listed 3/8 in flex connectors and fittings.

Why this product exists

Flexible metal conduit exists to provide mechanical protection for conductors while allowing bends that would be difficult with rigid raceway. This helps electricians route wiring through congested spaces with fewer offsets and fittings.

Compared with similar products

Compared with rigid conduit, flexible aluminium conduit is easier to route in confined spaces but is not a substitute for every wiring method. Compared with liquidtight flex, this type is typically chosen where moisture sealing is not the main requirement. As a rule of thumb, flexible conduit is selected for access and routing convenience, while final suitability depends on installation conditions and local electrical code.

Specifications

• Product type: Flexible aluminum conduit
• Trade size: 3/8 in
• Nominal ID: approximately 0.375 in (9.53 mm)
• Nominal OD: approximately 0.610 in (15.49 mm)
• Minimum bend radius: approximately 4 in (102 mm)
• Material: Aluminium
• Approvals: CSA/UL listed on matching distributor listing
• Form: Coil
• Typical use: Commercial and industrial electrical wiring routes