An electrical conduit is a tube in which electrical wires are housed for a variety of building or structural applications. Conduit protects wires as well as any individuals who may come into close proximity to the wires.

Steel conduit and electrical metallic tubing (EMT) refers to the steel-based durable enclosures that route individual electrical wiring conductors in a building or structure and protect the wires from impact, moisture, and chemical vapors.