Eaton FDM1 Condulet FD Device Box - NEC/CEC
Part Number: FDM1
Quick Summary
The Eaton FDM1 Condulet FD device box provides a deep enclosure for 1/2 in conduit terminations in industrial panels. This enclosure helps address space limitations, splicing complexity, and mounting clearance that frequently delay installs. Manufactured for NEC/CEC compliance and suitable for ordinary/non-hazardous locations, it reduces rework and audit risk. Together with the Crouse-Hinds family, it streamlines procurement and maintenance, delivering reliability and faster deployment.
Product Information
Extended Description
FDM1 Eaton: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Condulet FD device box, Deep, Malleable iron, Single-gang, 1/2"
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Condulet FD device box
Catalog Number
FDM1
UPC
662277026574
Product Length/Depth
5.3 in
Product Height
2.87 in
Product Width
2.86 in
Product Weight
2.78 lb
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
Depth
Deep
Number of gangs
1
Trade size
1/2"
Material
Malleable iron
Crouse-Hinds series FS, FD, Single, Multi, Blank Device Boxes and Covers catalog page
FS and FD Device Boxes and Covers Canadian certification
FS and FD Device Boxes and Covers Canadian certification
FS and FD Device Boxes and Covers Canadian certification
Eaton Specification Sheet - FDM1
Industrial Fittings Bend Radius and Cubic Capacity Chart
Deep, malleable-iron body delivers superior impact and corrosion resistance, increasing enclosure life in busy industrial environments. This reduces the risk of panel damage and unwarranted maintenance, lowering total cost of ownership across installation and service cycles. For machine control panels and process equipment, the FDM1 provides dependable housing that tolerates routine wiring, tightening, and cable bending without compromising integrity. Single-gang, 1/2 inch trade size compatibility optimizes space for conductors, grounds, and splices. The business impact is faster wiring, fewer field modifications, and easier training for technicians. In practice, technicians can mount the box flush to racks and run conductors neatly, simplifying future upgrades or changes to the control system. Compact dimensions—5.3 in length, 2.87 in height, 2.86 in width—and a weight of 2.78 lb provide a robust yet manageable enclosure for crowded panels, improving installation speed and reducing fatigue on technicians. Area classification is Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations, enabling code-compliant installation without expensive hazardous-location enclosures. This reduces cost, accelerates wiring schedules, and simplifies sourcing for standard electrical infrastructure. The NEC/CEC standards alignment supports safe, compliant wiring in routine facilities, while compatibility with the Eaton Crouse-Hinds FS/FD family simplifies stocking, replacements, and maintenance planning. In practice, this means faster project throughput, fewer rip-and-replace scenarios, and consistent performance across a broad range of industrial environments.
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FAQs
The Eaton FDM1 Condulet FD device box is designed as a deep, single-gang enclosure for 1/2 in conduit terminations. It provides robust mechanical protection for splices and terminations inside machine control panels, helping to organize wiring in tight spaces and reduce installation time while maintaining code-compliant integrity in non-hazardous environments.
Yes. The FDM1 is manufactured to NEC/CEC standards and is suitable for ordinary/non-hazardous locations. It is intended for use in standard electrical infrastructure and control panels where non-hazardous environments prevail, ensuring compliance during audits and inspections without requiring hazardous-location enclosures.
The FDM1 measures 5.3 inches in length, 2.87 inches in height, and 2.86 inches in width, with a weight of 2.78 pounds. It is a deep, single-gang device box crafted from malleable iron, optimized for 1/2 inch conduit terminations and compact panel layouts.
The FDM1 is specified for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations. It is not designed for hazardous environments; for those applications, selecting a box rated for hazardous locations or explosion-proof enclosures is recommended to meet applicable safety standards.
Official specs are available from Eaton in the FDM1 specification sheet, which covers depth, material, and dimensions. Additionally, the Crouse-Hinds FS/FD catalog page and related Canadian certification listings provide broader installation guidance and compatibility references for upgrading or expanding your enclosure infrastructure.