
1 26 Installation of conduit systems
Methods of fixing conduit
It is usually best to commence fixing the conduit at the farthest point of the
installation and to work towards the supply point or distribution board. The
type of fixing varies according to the method of installing the conduit. Where
screwed tubing is to be placed on the surface in exposed positions, this should
be done with spacer bar saddles (see Fig. 8.13). Some examples are
illustrated, but there are others with wood or iron fixing. If sound fixing to
brickwork is required, a saddle with the shank formed as a rag bolt for
building-in can be obtained. The important feature o ...