PVC Schedule 80 Conduit
PVC Schedule 80 conduit is the extra heavy wall version of rigid PVC raceway, specifically identified for use in areas subject to physical damage per NEC 352.12(C). With thicker walls and the same outside diameter as Schedule 40, Schedule 80 provides additional impact resistance and crush strength for demanding above-ground and below-ground installations. Galloway stocks PVC Schedule 80 conduit from manufacturers like Prime Conduit and Atkore (Heritage Plastics).
Features
The specifications below separate what Schedule 80 shares with Schedule 40 — listings, ratings, and PVC properties — from what the extra wall changes: Added impact and crush resistance, the same outside diameter and fittings, and a smaller inside diameter.
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ETL listed to UL 651
and compliant with NEC Article 352—identified for use in areas subject to physical damage per 352.12(C)
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Extra heavy wall construction
provides superior impact and crush resistance compared to Schedule 40—required where conduit is exposed to vehicular traffic, equipment movement, or other mechanical hazards
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Same outside diameter as Schedule 40
uses the same fittings, elbows, and accessories, but with a smaller inside diameter due to thicker walls
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Listed for above-ground and below-ground applications
including direct burial, concrete encasement, exposed, and concealed installations
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Sunlight resistant
with superior weathering characteristics for outdoor exposed runs
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Rated for use with 90°C conductors
at maximum ambient temperature of 122°F (50°C)
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Nonconductive and corrosion resistant
same chemical and environmental benefits as Schedule 40 with added physical protection
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Assembled with PVC solvent cement
using standard nonmetallic fittings—no threading, welding, or special tools
Loose Tube - OSP Backbone, Feeder & Distribution
Color-coded loose buffer tubes
Protect individual fibers from mechanical and environmental stress; stranded designs carry 6 to 24 tubes, central-tube designs a single tube
Single-mode OS2 (G.652.D) standard, G.657.A1 for tighter bend routing;
OFS AllWave ZWP fiber gives zero water peak across the full wavelength spectrum
Gel-free DryBlock construction (OFS)
Reduces splice prep time by up to 80% vs. gel-filled designs
Jacket and construction options span single jacket (SJ) through double-armored (DA)
Corrugated steel tape armor for direct-burial without conduit or in rodent-prone areas; OFS Fortex DT Light Armor is gel-free and mass-fusion-ready
All-dielectric ADSS variant for aerial self-support
No messenger wire, no grounding on energized power lines; aramid strength members support spans to ~1,500 m depending on loading; OFS PowerGuide DT double-jacket eliminates all gels
Fiber counts from 12 to 864
Standard reel lengths 1 km and 2 km; multimode OM3/OM4 available for campus and data center interconnect
Loose Tube - OSP Backbone, Feeder & Distribution
Color-coded loose buffer tubes
Color-coded loose buffer tubes protect individual fibers from mechanical and environmental stress; stranded designs carry 6 to 24 tubes, central-tube designs a single tube
Single-mode OS2 (G.652.D)
Single-mode OS2 (G.652.D) standard, G.657.A1 for tighter bend routing; OFS AllWave ZWP fiber gives zero water peak across the full wavelength spectrum
Gel-free DryBlock construction (OFS)
Gel-free DryBlock construction (OFS) reduces splice prep time by up to 80% vs. gel-filled designs
Jacket and construction options span single jacket (SJ)
Jacket and construction options span single jacket (SJ) through double-armored (DA): corrugated steel tape armor for direct-burial without conduit or in rodent-prone areas; OFS Fortex DT Light Armor is gel-free and mass-fusion-ready
All-dielectric ADSS
All-dielectric ADSS variant for aerial self-support---no messenger wire, no grounding on energized power lines; aramid strength members support spans to ~1,500 m depending on loading; OFS PowerGuide DT double-jacket eliminates all gels
Fiber counts from 12 to 864
Fiber counts from 12 to 864; standard reel lengths 1 km and 2 km; multimode OM3/OM4 available for campus and data center interconnect
Ribbon - High Fiber Count Backbone & Trunk

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For high-density backbone and trunk, hyperscale data center interconnect, and central office / carrier-hotel cabling
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Fiber counts from 144 to 6,912+; outside diameter is critical for duct-fill calculations
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Standard matrix, rollable, and intermittently bonded ribbon (IBR) constructions; rollable / IBR allows higher packing density in a smaller diameter
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12-fiber mass-fusion splicing dramatically reduces splice time vs. single-fiber splicing
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Single jacket, double jacket, armored, or all-dielectric construction
Flat Drop - Last-Mile FTTH
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Flat self-supporting design for last-mile drops to home or business---aerial self-support or direct-buried final span
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1, 2, 4, 6, and 12-fiber counts; G.657.A2 bend-tolerant fiber typical; compatible with standard wedge clamps and closure strain reliefs
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Toneable (copper toner) variant locates buried drops after install without digging; all-dielectric version also available
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MDPE outdoor jacket with flame-retardant option for indoor transition; pre-connectorized (OptiTap / hardened) or bulk reel; RUS (RDUS)-listed options available
Technical Specifications
The following specifications represent our standard stocked range.
Need a specific length, fitting, or crate quantity?
Give us a call. We’ll figure it out.
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Rigid Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), minimum cell classification 12123 per ASTM D1784 |
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Available Sizes |
1/2”, 3/4”, 1”, 1-1/4”, 1-1/2”, 2”, 2-1/2”, 3”, 4”, 5”, 6” |
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Standards Compliance |
ETL Listed to UL 651 (E35297) | NEMA TC-2 | Federal Spec WC1094A | NEC Article 352 | CSA C22.2 No. 211.2 |
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Standard Lengths |
10’ and 20’ with one belled end per length |
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Physical Damage Rating |
Identified for use in areas subject to physical damage per NEC 352.12(C) |
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Conductor Rating |
Rated for use with 90°C conductors; maximum ambient temperature 122°F (50°C) |
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Joining Method |
PVC solvent cement (solvent weld) using standard nonmetallic fittings |
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UV Resistance |
Sunlight resistant with superior weathering characteristics |
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Standard Color |
Dark gray |
Dimensional References
Schedule 40 wall thickness increases with conduit size to maintain structural integrity:
| Size | O.D. | I.D. | Wall | Wt./100' |
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1/2” |
.840” |
.546” |
.147” |
21 lbs |
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3/4” |
1.050” |
.742” |
.154” |
30 lbs |
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1” |
1.315” |
.957” |
.179” |
44 lbs |
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1-1/4” |
1.660” |
1.278” |
.191” |
60 lbs |
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1-1/2” |
1.900” |
1.500” |
.200” |
72 lbs |
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2” |
2.375” |
1.939” |
.218” |
101 lbs |
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2-1/2” |
2.875” |
2.323” |
.276” |
154 lbs |
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3” |
3.500” |
2.900” |
.300” |
210 lbs |
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4” |
4.500” |
3.826” |
.337” |
308 lbs |
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5” |
5.563” |
4.813” |
.375” |
428 lbs |
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6” |
6.625” |
5.761” |
.432” |
588 lbs |
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Standard Stocked Range | Standard Stocked Range |
Standard Stocked Range | Standard Stocked Range |
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High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) |
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Available Sizes |
3/4” through 6” diameter |
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SDR Options |
SDR 7, 9, 11, 13.5, 15.5 (controlled by outside diameter and minimum wall thickness) |
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SIDR Options |
SIDR 9, 11.5 (controlled by inside diameter and minimum wall thickness) |
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Schedule Options |
Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 |
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Standards Compliance |
ASTM D3035, ASTM D2239, ASTM F2160 |
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Listings |
RUS Listed for telecommunications applications |
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Pull Tape |
Available empty or with factory pre-installed pull tape (1,250 lb typical tensile strength) |
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Standard Colors |
Orange, blue, green, black, white, red, brown, gray, terra cotta, yellow. Custom colors and stripe combinations available. |
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Reel Sizes |
66”, 84”, 96”, 102”, 114” diameter steel reels |
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Conduit Markings |
Permanent marking includes material type, applicable standards, production information, and sequential foot/meter markings. Custom marking available. |
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Enclosures & Underground
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Brands we carry
Need PVC Schedule 80 Conduit for Your Next Build?
We stock PVC Schedule 80 conduit at every Galloway location. Tell us your size, quantity, and timeline — and if you’re not sure whether your application requires, give us a call and we’ll help figure it out.
Whether you’re working a full build-out or just need the final pallet to finish a job, we keep your projects moving forward