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Crouse-Hinds 461RED Zinc-Plated Red Steel EMT Set-Screw Coupling

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Crouse-Hinds 461RED Zinc-Plated Red Steel EMT Set-Screw Coupling, 3/4-Inch

The Crouse-Hinds 461RED is a 3/4-Inch EMT set-screw coupling built from steel with a durable zinc-plated finish and a distinctive red exterior for quick visual identification on the jobsite. Designed to join two lengths of 3/4-Inch electrical metallic tubing (EMT) into a continuous, mechanically secure raceway, this coupling relies on set-screw connections to lock conduit sections firmly in place. It is a straightforward, dependable solution for electricians and contractors who need a solid mechanical and electrical connection between EMT runs in commercial and industrial wiring systems, and the red-coated body makes it easy to spot among standard steel components during rough-in and inspection.

Key Features

  • Trade Size: Sized for 3/4-Inch EMT conduit runs, ensuring a precise fit between tubing sections.
  • Durable Construction: Manufactured from steel for strength and reliable mechanical performance in demanding installation environments.
  • Set-Screw Connection: Set-screw design allows for a secure, tool-tightened joint between conduit sections without the need for threading.
  • Finish: Zinc-plated coating helps guard against corrosion and extends service life in a variety of installation conditions.
  • Color-Coded Identification: Red exterior finish makes this coupling easy to distinguish from standard steel couplings during installation and inspection.
  • Straight Coupling Configuration: Connects two straight lengths of EMT conduit in line, maintaining a continuous raceway for conductors.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: Conduit Coupling
  • Trade Size: 3/4-Inch
  • Material: Steel
  • Finish: Zinc-Plated, Red
  • Connection Type: Set Screw

Typical Applications

  • Commercial and Industrial EMT Conduit Runs
  • Joining Straight Lengths of 3/4-Inch EMT
  • New Construction Electrical Rough-In
  • Electrical System Repairs and Extensions
  • Color-Coded Raceway Systems Requiring Visual Identification

Why Crouse-Hinds?

Crouse-Hinds builds its EMT set-screw couplings from steel with a protective zinc-plated finish, giving electricians a dependable connector for demanding conduit installations. The set-screw design delivers a secure, mechanically sound joint, while the red-coated exterior offers fast visual differentiation on busy jobsites. Choose the Crouse-Hinds 461RED for a reliable, code-compliant connection between 3/4-Inch EMT conduit sections, backed by the consistent steel construction and finish quality electrical contractors expect from Crouse-Hinds raceway components.

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Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

list_batch:
CRS-20260917
Product Type:
Conduit Coupling
Department:
Electrical
Product Subgroup:
Conduit Fittings
Product Length:
1.83 in
Product Width:
0.95 in
Product Weight:
0.16 lb
Product Material:
Zinc Plated Steel
Product Height:
0.95 in
Product Size:
3/4"
Product Color:
Red
Product Group:
Conduit & Raceway

Crouse-Hinds 461RED – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is the 461RED set-screw coupling suitable for damp or outdoor locations?
It is a steel coupling with a zinc-plated finish for corrosion protection, which suits general commercial and industrial conduit runs. Set-screw couplings are not raintight, though, so for wet locations or where the raceway must keep water out you want a compression (raintight) EMT coupling instead.
2) Can I use this coupling to join EMT to a box or to flex?
No. The 461RED is a straight coupling, meant to connect two in-line lengths of 3/4 inch EMT to each other. To terminate into a box or enclosure you need an EMT connector with a locknut, and to transition to flexible conduit you need a flex-to-EMT combination coupling.
3) Do I need to thread the conduit to use a set-screw EMT coupling?
No. EMT set-screw couplings like the 461RED slide over the cut tube ends and clamp with set screws tightened by a screwdriver or nut driver, so there is no threading or cutting dies involved. Just ream the cut ends and snug both screws for a continuous raceway.
4) Why is this Crouse-Hinds coupling red instead of plain steel?
The red exterior is for visual identification. On jobs that color-code raceways by system, fire alarm, security, or a specific circuit grouping, the red body lets an installer or inspector pick the run out from standard steel fittings during rough-in. Mechanically it is the same steel set-screw coupling with a zinc-plated finish underneath.
5) Set-screw or compression coupling for a 3/4 inch EMT run?
Set screw, like the 461RED, is the usual choice for dry indoor commercial work: faster to install, fewer parts, lower cost. Compression couplings are what you move to when the run is in a damp or wet location, or where a raintight or concrete-tight joint is called for. Both make a mechanical and electrical connection between tubing sections.
6) Will a 461RED coupling maintain ground continuity through the EMT run?
Yes. The coupling is steel and clamps directly onto the tubing with set screws, so the joined EMT stays a continuous mechanically and electrically secure raceway. That is the point of the steel-to-steel set-screw joint, as long as both screws are tightened on each tube end.
How fast can I get the Crouse-Hinds 461RED delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Crouse-Hinds 461RED come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Crouse-Hinds 461RED is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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