Our engineers, working in conjunction with prominent manufacturers, have developed special tools to aid in installation of Perma-Cote. Perma-Cote touch up compound is used to repair nicks, cuts, and abrasions to the outer surface of coated conduit. Apply the exterior touch up compound liberally over damaged areas. Because this material will not adhere to bare metal, it is advisable to overlap existing PVC coating. Sometimes it may be necessary to apply several coats in order to obtain adequate coverage. Allow the first coat to dry completely for before applying additional coats.

Another application for exterior touch up compound is for use as a sealant at access fitting openings. In wet locations apply the compound to the factory conduit threads at each joint before installation.

Exterior touch up compound is available in pints with a brush top applicator or gallon cans. It is also available in a 13 ounce aerosol can when cosmetic coverage is desired.

Perma-Cote Z Wrenches are designed to replace standard adjustable pliers. Z wrenches feature extra wide jaws which spread the clamping force enabling the tools to grip securely without marring the surface of the conduit.
The v-shaped upper jaw allows the wrench to accommodate a wide range of conduit sizes. Shallow grooves in the upper and lower jaws provide an excellent grip. Z Wrenches are available in two sizes to fit 1/2" through 2 1/2" conduit.

With a Perma-Cote Spin-It, conduit can be tightened much faster than with a conventional tool and the Spin-It never touches the coating. Labor and time are saved because no touch up is necessary for marks from wrenches or pliers. Spin-its are available in popular conduit sizes 3/4 through 2 inches. Use a 1/2" drive impact or ratchet wrench for 3/4" and 1" conduit and a 3/4" drive impact or ratchet wrench for sizes 1-1/4" through 2".

We have designed a special PVC Hickey to reduce the possibility of damage during conduit bending. It is available to handle 1/2" and 3/4" conduit.

Jaws 3 is a set of three aluminum nickel bronze vise jaws designed to replace the regular jaws in a pipe vise. Jaws 3 protects coated conduit from damage during cutting and threading. These replacement jaws spread the cutting force over a much larger area greatly reducing the possibility of the pipe spinning in the vise during cutting and threading operations. One set of Jaws 3 handles 1/2 through 2-1/2" conduit.

When ordering Jaws 3 be sure to specify the vise model you are using.

Use the Perma-Cote Plasti-Socket and standard 3/8" ratchet to speed up u-bolt and beam clamp installation. The Plasti-Socket prevents abrasion and cracking of encapsulated nuts, which may be caused by pliers or wrenches, and it assures a tight seal between the nut and the saddle. The 3/8" Plasti-Sockets fits nuts for 1/2" through 2" clamps. The 5/8" Plasti-Sockets fits nuts for 2-1/2" and larger sizes. Both Plasti-Sockets fit a standard 3/8" drive ratchet wrench.

Here are some tips to remember when using conventional tools
to install Perma-Cote.

When a pipe wrench or adjustable pliers must be used, new tools with sharp teeth work best. New tools are less likely to slip and gouge the coating. The same holds true for pipe vises. New, sharp inserts should be installed if the existing ones show signs of wear. Strap wrenches are available from a number of sources and do an adequate job of tightening conduit and couplings without damaging the coatings. Several suppliers offer straps that have been specifically woven and treated to provide an extra strong grip on coated conduit.

Our coated conduit and fittings feature a green interior urethane coating. This hard smooth coating allows for easier wire pulling and will not crack or chip. The interior coating needs no heat or special considerations when field bending.

Matching couplings are offered as a standard part of the system. The molded ribs protect the coating from cuts and abrasions caused by the teeth of wrenches and pliers. Since damage is minimized and the bare metal is never exposed, touch up operations are eliminated. Ribbed couplings are also easier to install. They can be tightened easily by hand and strap wrenches grip the ribs better.

Pressure sealing sleeves are present at all female openings. Here's an important tip to remember. Never cut the sleeves from Perma-Cote fittings. These sleeves are necessary at all joints to seal out corrosion. However in some joints it is necessary to remove a portion of the sleeve. An example of this is the junction of a conduit, close nipple, and a union where both pressure sealing sleeves will not fit over the close nipple. In this case: cut away 1/2 of each sleeve and apply touch up compound to the threads.

Encapsulated nuts for U-bolts and specially formed saddles on right angle beam clamps are other unique features offered as part of the Perma-Cote system. U-bolts are made to fit snugly on conduit, and each nut is encapsulated in plastic. A sleeve covers the U-bolt threads, sealing out corrosive elements.

Encapsulated screws are provided with all Form 8 conduit bodies. They prevent corrosive elements from attacking the stainless steel fastener used to attach the cover to the body, and help to seal out corrosive liquids from the screw opening. A nut driver or socket is recommended for installing the encapsulated screws.

• Buy Perma-Cote PVC coated conduit and fittings.
• Install them with the proper tools and follow proven procedures.
• Expect a superior, long lasting corrosion resistant system that pays for itself with lower maintenance costs and reduced down time.