Pushing Conduit To Its Limits!

In today's video we do a strength comparison between 1/2", 3/4", and 1" EMT Conduit to give builders an idea of what to expect from each pipe when building with them. For more information about the Pro T Connector pre-order, follow the link down below. Thanks for watching!
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[@DivineMisterAdVentures]

When specifying tubing for products, engineers choose to go with larger diameter over thicker wall as the weight to strength ration is superior for the larger diameter. You can see this effect in modern bicycle frame building employing shaped forming and larger tubes for rigidity. Bracing becomes unified in formed shapes at the corners as well. BELLA GOOD DEMO!

[@rayndooma5624]

Thanks for doing all these tests guys! Jake, that must have been one hell of workout LoL. I would love to see a video showcasing strong bracing techniques when building with Maker Pipe.

[@MakerPipe]

Haha thanks for watching Ryan!

[@michellehettrick9368]

I have many ideas but im most interested in a canopy for my mobility wheelchair. For those darn rainy days.

[@OneDollarNoHoller]

Thank you for doing this strength test. Great video!!

[@MakerPipe]

You’re welcome Prescott. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@leevy6753]

Wow. That's impressive. Thanks for giving us an idea of what is possible when weight is a concern

[@MakerPipe]

No problem at all! Glad you found it helpful

[@dorian1370]

amazing just what i needed

[@FightUni09]

You are a talented engineer. I'm going to build a small submarine out of EMT and your fittings and tour the titanic - JUST KIDDING but I did just order your brilliant parts to make a desk organizer. I see a lot of potential in using them for projects - Thanks!

[@suzanneschristie]

I am so thrilled to have found your website! Thank you so much for your videos as well.

[@MakerPipe]

We’re glad you found us too! Let us know if you need any help or have any questions in the future.

[@DustySteel]

Definitely need a video showcasing strong building techniques!!

[@DustySteel]

Preferably showcasing how to brace a 120sqft sloped roof for snow out of 1” conduit lol.

[@RobertBoerner]

Thanks for taking the time to do such an extensive test. Out of curiosity, did you weigh each different version of the support structure? I'm curious about the weight difference among all three conduit diameters...

[@MakerPipe]

Hi Robert, thanks for the question! We did not weigh each of the structures, but that would be something interesting to see as well.

[@Marlax-101]

older video but if anyone knows, i was curious about how well this emt could use to build buildings. like maybe a garage with metal siding or a bigger shop. i figure i could use a small frame to build a carport for bad weather perhaps but i also would like to build a workout room and i dont really need a proper building if i can still lift inside i just dont need it blowing away or people able to break inside and steal weights otherwise i would just lift outside.

[@spearlordcb]

Thanks, I'm building a clothes rack and wondered about the spans, although I know clothes aren't the heaviest thing.

[@MakerPipe]

Clothes can add up quickly for sure! Thanks for the comment

[@joehighsmith2951]

I've built dozens of airboat out of emt. Best medium

[@MakerPipe]

Oh wow, I'd love to see those! Thanks for the comment.

[@patrickmckowen2999]

Cool 👍

[@theceo1537]

Now I know your connectors are actually strong and worth the expensive price

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

That's quite a span, considering homes only get 16" of space between verticals. Very impressive!

[@MakerPipe]

I didn't realize that was the code for house frames. Good to know!

[@LotusMorning]

Great info guys!!

[@MakerPipe]

Thanks for watching Charles!

[@oinc7320]

I need to add an upright removable handle to a bicycle cart when disconnected from the tow bar that connects it to the bicycle's rear axle. The cart is rated at 80 lbs, but 100 is sometimes loaded, aka firewood. Would curved conduit be strong enough to lift the cart so it could be wheeled around? Plan on adding an upright tube sleeve, on front of cart, to use a pin to hold handle on.

[@11spitdms]

Pretty sure I’m going to be making a chicken tractor out of emt and these fittings thanks to seeing this test and discovering those fittings. Now I just need to decide on 3/4” or 1”

[@MakerPipe]

Awesome! Can't wait to see what you come up with. 3/4" is surprisingly strong and a lot cheaper but it all comes down to how big the structure is and how much weight will be sitting on top (if any)

[@DwayneShaw1]

Suppose I made a sort of 'beam' of two horizontal sections (one 6"-12" above the other) connected at the ends and in the center with vertical uprights -- would the load bearing capacity double?

[@ds755]

I need some help with the snow load for a walk in chicken coop I bought on Amazon. Thank you

[@cochorrorshow1005]

Unfortunately, too many of your fittings are not available for 1-inch. It seems Schedule 40 metal pipe has the same OD as EMT conduit. Is there any reason I can't use your fittings with 3/4" Schedule 40 metal pipe for added strength where inner diameter is not important?

[@thejimmysvideos]

For the top rail corners, I see you used two tee connectors instead of your structural 90’s - is one sturdier than the other?

[@MakerPipe]

Hi there, thanks for the question. We don't currently make a 90 Degree Connector for Top Rail so we stacked two T's to achieve the corner connection.

[@jeffreydustin5303]

More bracing techniques!!!

[@MakerPipe]

Thanks for the suggestion Jeffrey. We will make a more focused bracing video in the near future.

[@christophervela5447]

Any tests done on the strength of each individual connector?

[@MakerPipe]

Not yet, but we have plans to do some testing in the next couple of weeks. There will be a video sharing the results. Thanks for the comment.

[@videoforgeeks]

Could it be possible from this video to somehow roughly estimate a 20ft 1-inch EMT straight run only being supported by an inch at each end?

[@MakerPipe]

Thanks for the comment. That length of pipe isn't going to support any weight at all I would think. It's going to flex and bend before you even load anything on top of it.

[@TM-we6eg]

How about a bike trailer 6 feet long that can handle a camper that weighs 100 lbs

[@MakerPipe]

I would use 1" EMT especially with people sleeping inside of it.

[@dolphinuppercut]

y'all ever make a bracing video?

[@MakerPipe]

Hi there, thanks for the question. We haven't yet but plan to in the future.

[@dolphinuppercut]

@@MakerPipe heck ya! if you know of any bracing resources in the meantime, let me know

[@Severice]

No chart? Sad face.