Size conduit for HDMI connectors?

[JimS]

I have used 3/4" PVC conduit in a number of places to allow for future upgrades and additions. Used larger in places where I knew there would be a large number of runs like from the wiring closet to the attic - used 2 - 2" there - one for high voltage and one for low voltage. This has been a life saver several times.

I am adding (another) conduit to my television area and was going to use 3/4 but want to be able to pass HDMI cable with connectors in the future if needed. Is 1" large enough for this? I don't have any of the connectors handy to check the size.

 

[gatchel]

It really depends on the brand and style of cable you go with as the ends are different sizes. I think you will be good with 1" but you may only be able to get one in when the pipe is empty.

Here is a link:

http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepar...amp;cp_id=10240

Check out the cables you think you will need. Under the specs there is a "Head dimensions" which gives you the size in mm

Don't forget the ferrite bead at the ends. They are typically bigger than the connector itself.

 

[gatchel]

Forgot something. You can also use Rapid Run cables:

http://www.hdtvsupply.com/hdmicables1.html

They have one end with a screw connector that disconnects for running in walls / pipe.

 

[JimS]

Didn't think of the cores. Interesting that only the shorter run cables have these. If I use this it will be close to 50 ft so guess I don't have to worry about cores. The conduit is only for a short distance on one end so if I have to take out the other cables that won't be too bad.

Wife just called to see if I needed anything at the hardware store so I don't even have to pick up the conduit! Great that she likes hardware stores.