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Flexible Conduit: PVC, Galvanised Steel & Low Fire Hazard Cable Protection for Electricians and Cablers
Flexible conduit earns its place on the truck when a cable run needs to twist through a switchboard, weave around plant equipment, or absorb vibration that rigid conduit can't handle. This range covers PVC, galvanised steel and low fire hazard constructions across common trade diameters, including heavy duty flexible PVC conduit built for tougher site conditions. Electricians, cablers and solar installers reach for it wherever a rigid run isn't practical.
What's in This Range
- UL94 V0 Self-Extinguishing Flexible Conduit — flame-retardant corrugated conduit rated to UL94 V0, suited to enclosures and panels where fire performance matters.
- Flexible Galvanised Steel Conduit, Extra Flex High Temperature — high-temperature steel conduit for runs exposed to heat or needing more mechanical protection than PVC offers.
- Flexible Steel Conduit, UV-Resistant PVC Jacket — jacketed steel flexible conduit combines steel's crush resistance with a weather-rated outer jacket for exposed outdoor runs.
- Low Fire Hazard Flexible Conduit, Halogen Free — IP69-rated LFH conduit, specified on hospitals, transport infrastructure and other projects with strict fire-hazard requirements.
- Heavy Duty Flexible PVC Conduit — reinforced PVC conduit for sites where standard-wall conduit gets crushed or kinked.
- Flexible PVC Conduit — general-purpose flexible PVC conduit, stocked across multiple diameters and lengths for everyday cable routing.
Who Uses This
Flexible conduit shows up in switchboard upgrades, plant and machinery wiring, and commercial fit-outs where cable trays and rigid conduit can't follow the geometry of the installation. Galvanised steel and low fire hazard variants are common on infrastructure and healthcare projects with strict compliance requirements, while PVC flexible conduit covers general routing in warehouses, retail refurbishments and light commercial work. Solar installers also reach for it around inverters and switchgear, where cables need to move with equipment vibration rather than fight against it.
Flexible Conduit — Common Questions
What's the difference between PVC and galvanised steel flexible conduit?
PVC flexible conduit is lighter, easier to route by hand, and suited to general cable protection indoors or in sheltered outdoor spots. Galvanised steel flexible conduit, including low fire hazard flexible steel conduit in this range, handles higher temperatures and gives better mechanical protection where the conduit could be crushed, struck or exposed to heat. The choice usually comes down to the physical risk to the conduit on site, not just the cable being protected.
Is low fire hazard conduit required for my installation?
Low fire hazard (LFH) conduit is typically specified for hospitals, tunnels, high-rise buildings and other sites where a halogen free, low-smoke product is called up in the project specification or fire engineering report. If it isn't specifically required, standard PVC or galvanised steel flexible conduit is usually adequate — but the range includes flexible PVC conduit and LFH options at multiple diameters for projects where it is.
Can flexible conduit be used outdoors?
It depends on the construction. UV-resistant jacketed and galvanised steel options in this range are built for exposed outdoor runs, while standard PVC flexible conduit suits sheltered or indoor applications unless the datasheet confirms UV stability. Checking the specific product's rating before installing it in direct sunlight avoids premature degradation of the jacket.
Why Choose SCHNAP
- PVC, galvanised steel and low fire hazard flexible conduit stocked across common trade diameters, from small-bore PVC through to 50mm+ galvanised steel.
- Halogen free, IP69-rated conduit for projects with strict LFH compliance requirements, alongside UL94 V0-rated conduit for panel and enclosure work.
- Trade discounts and Australia-wide delivery on flexible conduit orders, backed by SCHNAP's 30-day return policy.
Pairing conduit with the right flexible conduit connector keeps the run properly terminated at both ends. Browse the full range above or get in touch with the SCHNAP team for help sizing conduit for your next job.
