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Crouse-Hinds Mogul Pulling Elbow, copper-free aluminum, tapered thread, for rigid/IMC conduit — shown with cover installed, 3/4 front angle view

Crouse-Hinds LBNEC Mogul Pulling Elbow, Copper-Free Aluminum, Rigid/IMC

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Model: LBNEC8

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Crouse-Hinds LBNEC Mogul Pulling Elbow, Copper-Free Aluminum, Rigid/IMC

The Crouse-Hinds LBNEC Mogul Pulling Elbow is a large-radius conduit body engineered to simplify wire pulling in Rigid Metal Conduit (RMC) and Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC) systems. Its removable cover plate provides direct access to the conduit interior so conductors can be pulled through a 90° change of direction without the friction, drag, and insulation damage risk common with a standard sweep elbow. The LBNEC body is built from copper-free aluminum, keeping installed weight down while delivering the corrosion resistance required for long-service commercial and industrial electrical work. Tapered NPT-compatible hubs thread directly onto rigid or IMC conduit, and the fitting is available in trade sizes 2" through 4" to cover the most common large-conduit runs. The LBNEC meets applicable NEC/CEC code requirements for conduit fittings installed in ordinary, non-hazardous locations, making it a dependable specification choice for electricians and facility engineers who need a code-compliant pulling point on large rigid or IMC conduit runs.

Key Features

  • Trade Size Range: Available in 2", 2-1/2", 3", and 4" sizes to match large rigid/IMC conduit runs.
  • Durable Construction: Copper-free aluminum body is lightweight and corrosion-resistant, suitable for environments where copper content must be minimized.
  • Tapered-Thread Hubs: NPT-compatible tapered threads form a secure, mechanically tight connection to rigid and IMC conduit without requiring thread sealant for standard installations.
  • Mogul Large-Radius Design: Generous interior radius reduces pulling tension on conductors, protecting insulation and easing installation of large-gauge wire.
  • Removable Cover Plate: Bolted access cover opens the elbow body for conductor pulling, then closes to provide a weatherable, code-compliant enclosure.
  • Code Compliance: Meets applicable NEC/CEC requirements for conduit fittings in ordinary, non-hazardous locations.
  • 90° Direction Change: Mogul pulling elbow configuration allows conductors to change direction by 90° without excessive strain, a key advantage over standard sweep fittings on large conduit sizes.

Certifications & Compliance

  • NEC / CEC Compliant
  • Rated for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations

Technical Specifications

  • Area Classification: Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
  • Material: Copper-free aluminum
  • Conduit Compatibility: Rigid Metal Conduit (RMC) / Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC)
  • Thread Type: Tapered (NPT)
  • Standards: NEC / CEC
  • Available Trade Sizes: 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4"

Typical Applications

  • Commercial and industrial building electrical distribution
  • Institutional and campus infrastructure (healthcare, education, government)
  • Multi-family and mixed-use residential electrical systems
  • Industrial facility conduit runs requiring large-radius direction changes
  • Utility and infrastructure projects using rigid or IMC conduit

Why Crouse-Hinds?

Crouse-Hinds has long been a standard of the electrical industry, and the LBNEC series is manufactured to tight dimensional tolerances that ensure consistent thread engagement and cover-plate fit across every trade size from 2" to 4". The copper-free aluminum body, tapered NPT hubs, and mogul large-radius design combine to deliver a fitting that installs securely and pulls wire cleanly through demanding large-conductor runs. For contractors and facility teams who need a specification-grade pulling elbow that goes in right the first time and holds up to code in ordinary locations, the Crouse-Hinds LBNEC is the trusted choice for rigid and IMC conduit installations across commercial, institutional, and industrial projects, whether the run is a straight-line distribution feeder, a branch circuit to equipment, or an infrastructure backbone that must stand up to years of demanding service. Electricians specifying the LBNEC benefit from a fitting family that pairs corrosion-resistant copper-free aluminum with tight-tolerance tapered threading, giving reliable performance across the full 2" to 4" size range on every rigid and IMC installation.

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Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Area Classification:
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Conduit Type:
Rigid/IMC
Product Material:
Copper-free aluminum
Standards Type:
NEC/CEC
Department:
Electrical
Product Type:
Pulling Elbow
Product Subgroup:
Conduit Fittings
Product Group:
Conduit & Raceway

Crouse-Hinds LBNEC8 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Crouse-Hinds LBNEC pulling elbow thread onto rigid metal conduit and IMC?
Yes. The LBNEC mogul pulling elbow uses tapered NPT hubs and is built for rigid metal conduit (RMC) and intermediate metal conduit (IMC). Thread the hubs to full engagement and the taper seals mechanically, so no thread compound is needed for a standard install. It will not take EMT, which is unthreaded, and it is not a set-screw or compression fitting.
2) What trade sizes does the LBNEC pulling elbow come in?
Four sizes cover the large-conduit range: 2 inch (LBNEC6), 2-1/2 inch (LBNEC7), 3 inch (LBNEC8), and 4 inch (LBNEC10). Order by trade size of the conduit run, not by wire size. Below 2 inch you are outside the LBNEC range and need a smaller conduit body.
3) Why use a mogul pulling elbow instead of a standard sweep elbow on a large conduit run?
A sweep elbow is a sealed bend, so conductors have to be dragged around it. The LBNEC has a bolted removable cover that opens the body at the 90 degree turn, so you pull straight into the elbow and then out the other leg. Combined with the mogul large-radius interior, that cuts pulling tension and the risk of scraping insulation off large-gauge conductors. If you are running big copper through several bends, this is the fitting that keeps the pull manageable. If nothing will ever be re-pulled and the wire is small, a plain sweep is simpler.
4) Can I use a Crouse-Hinds LBNEC in a hazardous or classified area?
No. The LBNEC is rated for ordinary, non-hazardous locations only. For a Class I or Class II classified area you need an explosionproof conduit body with the appropriate area rating, not this fitting. Getting this wrong is an inspection failure, so confirm the area classification on the drawing before you spec it.
5) Is copper-free aluminum a problem for outdoor or corrosive electrical installs?
The opposite, generally. Copper-free aluminum is specified precisely because minimizing copper content improves corrosion resistance, and it keeps the fitting light compared with an iron body, which matters when you are holding a 4 inch conduit body overhead. It suits long-service commercial and industrial runs. For damp or wet locations, inspect the threads and cover seating surfaces before installing so the enclosure closes up weatherable.
6) Does the LBNEC pulling elbow meet NEC requirements for a conduit body?
The LBNEC is built to NEC and CEC requirements for conduit fittings in ordinary, non-hazardous locations. That covers the usual commercial, institutional, and multi-family distribution work. It does not carry a hazardous-location rating, so a classified area is a different product.
7) Which part number do I order for a 3 inch rigid conduit pulling elbow from Crouse-Hinds?
LBNEC8 is the 3 inch mogul pulling elbow. The numbering runs by hub size, not by inches: LBNEC6 is 2 inch, LBNEC7 is 2-1/2 inch, LBNEC8 is 3 inch, LBNEC10 is 4 inch. Distributors ordering across a job should quote the full LBNEC number rather than the trade size alone.
8) How should the pulling elbow be oriented when it goes in?
Mount it so the cover plate faces where you can reach it. The cover is the whole point of the fitting, and if a future conductor addition or re-pull means cutting into finished ceiling to get at it, the elbow has been installed backwards in practice even if it is mechanically fine. Pull the cover before running conductors, then reinstall and torque the fasteners to spec once the pull is done.
9) Do I need thread sealant or a bushing to install the LBNEC on rigid conduit?
No sealant for a standard install. The hubs are tapered NPT, so full thread engagement makes the joint mechanically tight on its own. Conductor protection at the hub is still your call per the job spec; the fitting itself needs nothing more than clean, undamaged threads on the conduit end.
How fast can I get the Crouse-Hinds LBNEC8 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Crouse-Hinds LBNEC8 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Crouse-Hinds LBNEC8 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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