ELECTRICAL

12
INSTALLATION
AND
MAINTENANCE
Quarter 1

LEARNER’S MATERIAL
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 Module

TVL Grade 12
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PIVOT IV-A Learner’s Material
Quarter 1 Module 1 WEEK
First Edition, 2020
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GRADE 12
TVL
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION &
MAINTENANCE

Development Team of the Module

Author: Gerry M. Paragas

Editor:
Reviewer:
Illustrator:
Layout Artist:
Management Team:

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I What I need to know?

The learners will do the walkthrough of the lesson expectations.

The content of the lesson will be presented as follows:

Different types of wiring methods approved in the Philippine condition.

Armored Cable Wiring

Flexible Metallic Tubing
Flexible Non metallic Tubing

The learning objectives will be introduced as follows:

1. Identify the different electrical materials used in Flexible metallic and non metal-
lic tubing wiring installation.
2. Explain the armored cable wiring
3. Differentiate armored cable and Flexible Metallic and non metallic tubing
4. Familiarize the procedure on how to install using Armored cable/Flexible metallic
tubing

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 I What is new?

Pre/Diagnostic Test
I. Multiple choice
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Use separate answer
sheets.

1. A type of flexible armored cable with a rubber insulated conductors inside the armor.
A. type AC C. type ACT
B. type ACL D. type ACV
2. A type of flexible armored cable that has rubber insulation and a lead sheath between
the conductor and the armor.
A. type AC C. type ACT
B. type ACL D. type ACV
3. A type of flexible armored cable that has varnish cambric insulation.
A. type AC C. type ACT
B. type ACL D. type ACV
4. The appropriate tool used in cutting flexible armored cable.
A. pliers C. hacksaw
B. backsaw D. Knife
5. The free conductor inside the outlets or switch points for making up of joints or con-
nections of fixtures or devices.
A. 100mm C. 120mm.
B. 150 mm D. 180mm
6. Flexible Armored Cable must be secured ________ similar fittings so designed and
mounted so as to destroy cable.
A. Metal clamp C. Adaptor
B. Plastic bushing D. Elbow
7. At all points, where the cable terminates, a fitting should be provided to protect the
wires from abrasion,
A. Protection of cable ends C. Adaptor
B. Plastic bushing D. Elbow
8. The diameter of any bends should not be less than ________ the diameter of the ca-
ble.
A. 8 times C. 5 times
B. 10 times D. 2 times
9. It is commonly known as BX.
A. Flexible non metallic tubing C. Non metallic Sheathed cable
B. PVC pipe D. Armored cable
10. A corrugated PVC tubing used to provide an easy method of upgrading structured
wiring systems. Also know as smurf tube.
A. Flexible non metallic tubing C. Non metallic Sheathed cable
B. PVC pipe D. Armored cable

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D What I know?

II. Identification

Directions: Read the statement carefully and identify what is being described or de-
fined. Write your answer on separate sheet.

_____ 1. The cable shall be secured at the wired surface approximately every _____ .
_____ 2. The cable armor and all other parts and enclosure will be effectively ground-
ed if electrical continuity is ensured through the wiring system.
_____ 3. required when installing Type AC cable. It is installed at the time of termination
and designed to protect the conductors from damage
_____ 4. This is a fabricated assembly of insulated conductors walled in flexible metal
sheath.
_____ 5. A rectangular shaped metallic or plastic (PVC) material in which flush type
convenience outlet and switch are attached.
_____ 6. It is lightweight, hand bendable, and free from sharp edges, which reduces
installation time and save money.
_____ 7. is a kind of wiring installation which is commonly used for external motor ter-
minal connection. It is being manufactured in the form of a coil.
_____ 8. used to attach metallic or non-metallic conduit to the junction or utility boxes.
_____ 9. electrical materials used to hold and anchor electrical conduits in its proper
position.
_____ 10. An octagonal shaped electrical material where the connections or joints of
wires are being done. It is also where the flush type lamp holder is
attached. This could be made of metal or plastic

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INFORMATION SHEET Flexible Armored Cable Wiring

Flexible Armored Cable (type AC) is a fabricated assembly of insulated conduc-

tors walled in flexible metal sheath. It is commonly known as BX. It consists of spiraled
metal sheet forming flexible steel tube through which the rubber covered wires are en-
closed. The armor protects the wires from injury and moisture.

Type of Flexible Armored cable

Types AC- The conductors inside are insulated with rubber insulation.
Type ACT- The conductors inside are insulated with thermoplastic insulation.
Type ACL- It has a rubber and lead sheath between the conductor and the armor.
Type ACV- It has a varnish cambric insulation. The varnish cambric is a closely wo-
ven fabric of cotton or linen with insulating varnish.

Usages of Flexible Armored Cable

Type AC and ACT
Used for both exposed and concealed work in dry locations.
Can be embedded in plastic finish on brick or other masonry work except in
damp and wet locations.
Type ACV
Used only for exposed work in dry locations in buildings.
Used for industrial or commercial purposes.
Shall not be smaller than 5.19mm.
Type ACL
Can be used when exposed to weather or continuous moisture.
For underground runs and embedded in masonry, concrete or buried in building
during constructions.
Exposed to oil, gasoline or other conditions will have deteriorating effect on the
insulation.
Flexible Armored Cable must not be used in
Theaters
Motion picture studios
Hazardous locations
Exposure to corrosive fumes and vapors
Storage battery rooms
Cranes and hoist
Hoist ways or elevators

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Supports
Flexible Armored Cable must be secured by approved
clamps, straps or similar fittings so designed and mounted so
as to destroy cable. The cable shall be secured at the wired
surface approximately every 1 meter interval and within
30mm away from outlet box or fittings.

Exposed Work
Expose runs of cables must follow closely the surface of the building finisher of run-
ning board except:
• lengths of not more than 60 cm where flexibility is desired;
• on the undesirable floor joist in basements which is supported at each floor joist and
so located as not to be subjected to mechanical injury;
• In accessible attics and roof spaces, cables shall be installed as follows:
• where run across the top floor joist of within approximately 2 meters of floor joist
across the face of rafters, the cable shall be protected by guard strips which are at
least as high as the cable. When this space is not accessible by permanent ladders or
stairs, protection can be required within 2 meters from the attic entrance.
• where cable is insulated along the sides of rafters, studs, or floor joist guard strips or
running boards are not needed.

Protection of Cable Ends

At all points, where the cable terminates, a fitting should be
provided to protect the wires from abrasion, unless the design of the
outlet box can afford the equivalent protection to the wires. An ap-
proved insulating bushing should be installed between the conductors
and the armor.
Anti-short bushing is required when installing Type AC cable. It is in-
stalled at the time of termination and designed to protect
the conductors from damage

Electrical Continuity of Metal Enclosure

The metal enclosure consists of the cable armor and
any outlet boxes or other box fitting, or cabinets used as electrical conti-
nuity which shall be ensured by setting up tightly all connectors, clamps,
and locknuts.

Grounding
The cable armor and all other parts and enclosure will be
effectively grounded if electrical continuity is ensured through the
wiring system.

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Cutting
In cutting a flexible armored cable, the appropriate tools to be
used is hacksaw.

Bends
In making bends, precautions must be made in order not
to injure the armor of the cable. The diameter of any
bends should not be less than 5 times the diameter of the
cable.

Boxes at Outlets and Free Lengths of Conductor

A box shall be installed at each outlet, switch, or junction
points of the armored cable. At least 150mm of free con-
ductor shall be left at each outlet and switch points for
making up of joints or connections of fixtures or devices,
except where conductors are intended to be looped with-
out joints.

General Requirements for Wiring Methods

Protection against corrosion and mechanical injury in metal raceways, armored
cable, boxes, cabinets, metallic elbows, coupling, and fitting, unless made of corro-
sion resistant material inside and outside shall be coated with zinc, cadinium and
enamel. Except that ferrous raceways fittings and boxes protected solely with
enamel may be used only for indoors and occupancies not subject to severe corro-
sion influences. The following are subject to corrosive conditions:
◦ Meat packing plants
◦ Tanneries
◦ Hide cellars, glue houses
◦ Salt storage
◦ Metal refineries
◦ Pulp mills
◦ Sugar mills
◦ Casing rooms and stables

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Component of Flexible Armored Cable (BX)

How to install Flexible Armored Cable

1. Determine the length of wire needed for your project. Always add
30 centimeters (11.8 in) for any waste/damage
National Electrical Code has requirements for the minimum
amount of conductor that must extend beyond the face of a junction
box. Local codes may require more.

2. Cut a 20-centimeter (7.9 in) length of the armor using either a hack-
saw or a rotary cutter designed for the purpose. Cut across the
armor - not with the spiral. It is not necessary to cut completely
through the armor. When the cut is nearly through, grab the ca-
ble jacket above and below the cut and twist sharply - this should
break the remaining armor without the need for the saw to con-
tact the wires inside. Use caution - the metal edges are sharp.

3. Push a plastic anti-short bushing onto the wires where it contacts

the metal armor. You may be required to use bush-
ings that have an indicator tab, tip or tail.
4. Repeat the process at the other end of the cable.

5. Insert a BX connector over the end of the newly cut

armor and tighten the screw to secure it to the armor. Remove
the threaded ring from the connector to use inside the electrical
box.
Most BX connectors have a small hole or slot through which you
must show the tab, tip or tail of the bushing, so the inspector
knows it is in there

6. Strip the exposed wires and pull through the knockout hole of
the electrical box, along with the open end of the connector.
If your project is adding to existing wiring, make sure the pow-
er is off for all of the branch circuits feeding power to all of
the box locations you're working on.

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7. Strip the exposed wires and pull through the knockout hole of
the electrical box, along with the open end of the con-
nector.
If your project is adding to existing wiring, make sure the
power is off for all of the branch circuits feeding power
to all of the box locations you're working on.

8. Secure the connector to the electrical box with the threaded

ring.
Many new installations require an inspection at this stage
of "rough-in" prior to getting permission to connect any
devices to the conductors

9. Connect the wires to your switch/outlet/splice in the electrical

box.
Repeat for the connections at the other end.
Add any required cable supports (e.g., staples, clamps,
brackets).

10. Visually verify that your wiring is complete, no exposed

conductors remain.
Double-check within anyone else working with you, for
safety, before proceeding to the next step.

11. Energize and test the circuit.

Schedule any necessary "final" inspection.

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INTRODUCTION

Flexible metallic tubing is a kind of wiring installation which is commonly used

for external motor terminal connection. It is being manufactured in the form of a coil.

This type of wiring method should not be allowed under the following condi-
tions:
in wet location
in hoist way
in storage battery room
in hazardous location
when exposed to oil, gasoline or materials which affects the rubber

A flexible conduit consists of flexible steel tube which is made from convex to
concave metal strip in a spiral winding with length from 50 to 200 feet.
Flexible metallic conduit should be supported with a distance of 136cm or closer.
Every turn should be done carefully to avoid deformity. Straps or clamps can be used to
secure the conduit.
limits flexible metal conduit to 6 ft only for grounding. In lengths over 6 ft, you
must install a separate grounding conductor.
FMC doesn't have the insulated wires pre installed; you have to pull them through instead. ... It
also allows you to add wires in the future, something you can't do with MC cable.
The types of wire most commonly installed inside of conduit are THHN and THWN.
Flexible metallic conduit (FMT) is used in a connection where the load being sup-
plied has no definite place and where flexibility is desired. Some common equipment
are the portable motor, drill press lathe machine, etc.

The minimum size of this type of conduit ranges from ½ to 1 ½ inches electrical trade
size.

Trade size of conduit Size in AWG No. of Conductors

3/8 16 8
1/2 12 8
3/4 8 10
1 6 12
1½ 2 12

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Flexible Metallic Tubing fittings

FMT Adapter/lock nut Metal Clamp/Strap FMT Connectors

Connectors- used to attach metallic or non-metallic conduit to the junction or utility box-
es.
Clamps- electrical materials used to hold and anchor electrical conduits in its proper po-
sition.
Junction Box- an octagonal shaped electrical material where the connections or joints of
wires are being done. It is also where the flush type lamp holder is attached. This
could be made of metal or plastic (PVC) Polyvinylchloride.
Utility Box- a rectangular shaped metallic or plastic (PVC) material in which flush type
convenience outlet and switch are attached.

Utility box (metal) Junction box (metal) Square box (metal)

Flexible Nonmetallic Conduit (FMC)

Flexible Nonmetallic Tubing (FMT) is a flexible raceway for use in walls, floor and perma-
nent or dropped (free air only) ceilings. FMT is lightweight, hand bendable, and free from
sharp edges, which reduces installation time and save money. Also know as smurf tube—a
corrugated PVC flexible tubing used to provide an easy method of upgrading structured
wiring systems. The tube is run from the distribution panel to each outlet during the
prewiring construction phase. Retrofit wiring can easily be pulled through

Flexible Nonmetallic Tubing (FNMT) Plastic clamp (FNMT) Adapter and lock nut

FNMT Coupling Utility box (non metal) Junction box (non metal Square box (non metal

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D What is it?

Directions: Name the following pictures of Flexible Metallic and non metallic Tubing
materials. Use separate sheet for your answers.

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E What is more?

Direction: Make a video/vlog demonstrating on how to cut Flexible metallic tubing

with guidance and help of your family member or guardian.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GUIDELINES:

1. Wear PPE needed for the task.

2. Avoid horseplay while doing the job.
3. Use appropriate tools correctly.
4. Ask guidance or assistance to your parents or guardian.

Performance Rubrics
Criteria 3 2 1 Rating

USED OF TOOLS Satisfactory ob-

Very well observed Fairly observed
AND MATERIALS served

Systematically fol-
Systematically fol-
low the steps Cannot follow the
PROCESS low the steps pre-
prescribed all the steps prescribed.
scribes sometimes.
time.

the safety precau- safety precaution Is Did not observe the

SAFETY tion Is strictly ob- strictly observed safety precaution
served at all time. sometimes. all the time.
Can act with full of Can act with confi- Can act with confi-
confidence ac- dence according to dence according to
ACTING ROLE
cording to their their role but have their role but have
role. some difficulties, more difficulties.

The presentation/ The presentation/

The presentation/
MORAL LESSON vlog is very well in- vlog is well instruc-
vlog is instructive
structive tive

Able to finish the

TIME MANAGE- Able to finish the Able to finish the
activity exact to the
MENT activity ahead of activity after the
given time.
time. given period of time
TOTAL

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E What I can do?

Component of Flexible Armored Cable (BX)

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 E What else can I do?

Directions: Draw the Electrical materials use in Flexible metallic and Non metallic Tubing
wiring installation. In long bond paper

Performance Rubrics

Criteria 3 2 1 Rating

All drawings are Some of the draw- Most of the draw-

Appearance creative/ artistic. ings are moderately ings are not creative
creative/ artistic. and artistic

Time Manage- Able to finish the Able to finish the Able to finish the
ment activity ahead of activity exact to the activity after the giv-
time. given period. en period

Activity sheet is Activity sheets have Activity sheet is

no marks of any some marks of eras- messy or untidy.
Cleanliness erasures. ures.

No. of drawings Above to the Exact to the pre- Less than ½ to the
prescribed no. of scribed no. of draw- prescribed no. of
drawings ings drawings

TOTAL

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 A What I have learned?

Directions: In a separate sheet,Write your reflection about the lesson.

I learned that ….
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________

A What I can achieve?

Post-Test/

A. Multiple choice
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Use separate answer sheets.

1. It is commonly known as BX.

A. Flexible non metallic tubing C. Non metallic Sheathed cable
B. PVC pipe D. Armored cable
2. A corrugated PVC tubing used to provide an easy method of upgrading structured wir-
ing systems. Also know as smurf tube.
A. Flexible non metallic tubing C. Non metallic Sheathed cable
B. PVC pipe D. Armored cable
3. A type of flexible armored cable with a rubber insulated conductors inside the armor.
A. type AC C. type ACT
B. type ACL D. type ACV
4. A type of flexible armored cable that has rubber insulation and a lead sheath between
the conductor and the armor.
A. type AC C. type ACT
B. type ACL D. type ACV
5. The free conductor inside the outlets or switch points for making up of joints or con-
nections of fixtures or devices.
A. 100mm C. 120mm.
B. 150 mm D. 180mm
6. A type of flexible armored cable that has varnish cambric insulation.
A. type AC C. type ACT
B. type ACL D. type ACV
7. The appropriate tool used in cutting flexible armored cable.
A. pliers C. hacksaw
B. backsaw D. Knife

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 A What I can achieve?

8. The diameter of any bends should not be less than ________ the diameter of the cable.
A. 8 times C. 5 times
B. 10 times D. 2 times
9. Flexible Armored Cable must be secured ________ similar fittings so designed and
mounted so as to destroy cable.
A. Metal clamp C. Adaptor
B. Plastic bushing D. Elbow
10. At all points, where the cable terminates, a fitting should be provided to protect the
wires from abrasion,
A. Protection of cable ends C. Adaptor
B. Plastic bushing D. Elbow

B. Identification
Directions: Read the statement carefully and identify what is being described or de-
fined. Write your answer on separate sheet.
_____ 1. It is lightweight, hand bendable, and free from sharp edges, which reduces
installation time and save money.
_____ 2. is a kind of wiring installation which is commonly used for external motor ter-
minal connection. It is being manufactured in the form of a coil.
_____ 3. used to attach metallic or non-metallic conduit to the junction or utility boxes.
_____ 4. The cable shall be secured at the wired surface approximately every _____ .
_____ 5. The cable armor and all other parts and enclosure will be effectively ground-
ed if electrical continuity is ensured through the wiring system.
_____ 6. required when installing Type AC cable. It is installed at the time of termination
and designed to protect the conductors from damage
_____ 7. This is a fabricated assembly of insulated conductors walled in flexible metal
sheath.
_____ 8. electrical materials used to hold and anchor electrical conduits in its proper
position.
_____ 9. An octagonal shaped electrical material where the connections or joints of
wires are being done. It is also where the flush type lamp holder is attached.
This could be made of metal or plastic
_____ 10. A rectangular shaped metallic or plastic (PVC) material in which flush type
convenience outlet and switch are attached.

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 Answer

What is new? What I know?

1. A 6. A 1. 1 Meter 6. Flexible Non metallic tubing

2. B 7. A 2. Grounding 7. Flexible metallic tubing
3. D 8. C 3. Anti-Short Bushing 8. Connectors
4. C 9. D 4. Flexible Armored Cable 9. Clamps
5. B 10. A 5. Utility box 10. Junction box

What is it? What else can I do?

1. Flexible non metallic tubing
1. Conductor
2. Square box
3. FNMT Coupling 2. Rubber Insulation
4. Utility box Non metal
3. Color insulated tape
5. Flexible Armored cable
6. Plastic clamp 4. Shielding tape
7. FMT Adapter and lock nut 5. Binder
8. Junction box Non metal
9. Metal strap and clamp 6. Steel Interlocked flexible
10. Utility box metal

What I can achieve?

A. Multiple Choice II. Identification
1. D 1. Flexible Non metallic tubing

2. A 2. Flexible metallic tubing

3. A 3. Connectors

4. B 4. 1meter
5. Grounding
5. B
6. Anti-short bushing
6. D
7. Flexible Armored cable
7. C
8. Clamp/strap
8. C
9. Junction box
9. A
10.Utility box
10.A

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 Reference

TVL Industrial Arts Electrical Installation and Maintenance Module 2 Learner’s Mate-
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=x8ekfxijhuA
https://www.wikihow.com/Use-Armored-(BX)-Electrical-Cable
https://actionplushi.wordpress.com/2012/11/15/inside-an-electrical-outlet/
https://www.exportersindia.com/galaxy-conduit-exports-india-private-limited/
liquid-tight-conduits-3579127.htm
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