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Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Country Of Origin:
- China (CN)
- Product Type:
- Squeeze Connectors
- Selling Unit Of Measure:
- each
- Standards:
- UL e23018
- Surface Finishing:
- Zinc Plated
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Conduit & Fittings
- Product Subgroup:
- Connectors
- Product Type2:
- Squeeze Connectors
- Product Size:
- 1-1/4 Inch
- Product Material:
- Malleable Iron
Steel City XC 494 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What cable does the Steel City XC 494 squeeze connector work with?
The XC 494 is a 90 degree squeeze connector sized for 1-1/4 inch AC (armored cable) and flexible metal conduit. The squeeze design clamps the cable between the connector body and a saddle tightened with screws, so it grips the armor directly rather than threading onto it.
2) Will a 1-1/4 inch squeeze connector fit a standard 1-1/4 inch knockout?
Yes. The XC 494 is a 1-1/4 inch trade size fitting, so the threaded hub lands in a nominal 1-1/4 inch knockout and secures with a locknut on the inside of the box. Trade size on the connector refers to the conduit/cable size and the matching knockout, not a literal measurement of the cable armor.
3) Can I use the XC 494 on EMT or rigid conduit?
No. This is a squeeze connector for AC cable and flexible metal conduit, and the clamp is shaped to grip corrugated armor. For EMT you need a set screw or compression EMT connector in the matching trade size, and rigid conduit threads into a fitting directly.
4) Why choose a 90 degree AC connector instead of a straight one?
A 90 degree connector like the XC 494 turns the cable right at the box, which is what you want when the enclosure sits tight to a wall, a joist, or another box and there's no room to sweep the flex into a straight fitting. A straight squeeze connector needs several inches of clear bend radius beyond the knockout; the 90 gives you that turn inside the fitting instead.
5) Is the Steel City XC 494 UL listed?
It carries a UL listing under file E23018.
6) What is the XC 494 connector made of, and will it hold up in a damp or industrial space?
The body is malleable iron with a zinc plated finish. Malleable iron gives a stronger, less brittle body than die cast zinc for larger trades sizes, and the zinc plating is the standard corrosion coating for indoor and general industrial work. It is a plated steel-family fitting, not a weatherproof or raintight one.
7) Does the XC 494 come with a locknut, or do I order that separately?
The XC 494 is sold as an each, one connector per unit. Plan your count per cable termination and order any additional box hardware you need for the job as separate line items.
8) Where is the Steel City XC 494 made?
Country of origin is China. That is the sourcing detail some institutional and government buyers need to confirm against domestic-preference purchasing rules before they issue a PO.
How fast can I get the Steel City XC 494 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Steel City XC 494 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Steel City XC 494 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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