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CIEFA-2 1/2 Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- Product Details:
- Service Entrance Cable
- Standards:
- CSA
- Product Group:
- Conduit & Raceway
- Department:
- Electrical
- Unspsc:
- 39131708 Electrical conduit fitting body
- Product Subgroup:
- Service Entrance Fittings
- Product Material:
- Cast Aluminum
- Product Type:
- Service Entrance Cable
Thomas & Betts CIEFA-1/2 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What trade sizes does the Thomas & Betts CIEFA service entrance cable connector come in?
Four trade sizes are offered: 1/2 inch (CIEFA-1/2), 3/4 inch (CIEFA-3/4), 2-1/2 inch (CIEFA-2 1/2) and 3-1/2 inch (CIEFA-3 1/2). Order by the trade size of the raceway or hub the connector is landing in, since each size is a separate part number.
2) I'm replacing a 3/4 inch service entrance fitting on a residential meter base. Which CIEFA do I order?
Order the CIEFA-3/4. Match the connector to the existing 3/4 inch trade size opening rather than to the cable diameter, and keep the same size through the hub so the knockout and locknut prep stays as-is. A 1/2 inch version (CIEFA-1/2) is also available if the opening turns out to be the smaller size.
3) What is the CIEFA connector body made of, and is it suitable for an outdoor service mast?
The CIEFA body is cast aluminum, which is the usual choice for exterior service entrance work because it will not rust the way a plain steel fitting does. For dissimilar-metal reasons, pair it with aluminum or corrosion-resistant hubs and enclosures rather than bare steel where the joint stays wet.
4) Is the Thomas & Betts CIEFA connector approved for use in Canada?
CSA is the standard listed for the CIEFA connector, so it carries the certification Canadian inspectors look for on service entrance fittings. If a job spec calls out a different listing, confirm that spec line separately.
5) What is a service entrance cable connector like the CIEFA actually used for?
It terminates service entrance cable into a meter socket, panel or disconnect hub, clamping the cable and providing the transition into the enclosure. The CIEFA is a service entrance cable fitting in cast aluminum, sized by trade size from 1/2 inch up to 3-1/2 inch.
6) Is there a CIEFA large enough for a 3-1/2 inch commercial service?
Yes, the CIEFA-3 1/2 covers 3-1/2 inch trade size, and CIEFA-2 1/2 covers 2-1/2 inch. Those two are the large-bore options in the family; there is no size above 3-1/2 inch in the CIEFA range.
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Does the Thomas & Betts CIEFA-1/2 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Thomas & Betts CIEFA-1/2 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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