Copper is used as hot water pipes because the copper will not corrode when the hot water goes through the pipes
One reason is because it resists corrosion and another reason is that it can easily be made into pipes for hot and cold water, oil, etc. However, compared to modern plastic materials, copper is much more expensive to use: its ore must first be mined, then the ore has to be smelted and refined into metal pipes, wires, etc. So nowadays, for drainpipes, plastic pipes are used instead of copper.
Chlorinated - PVC normally used on hot water
to stop condesation of water from the surface of pipe.
yes
Both. M used for hot water heat. L used for domestic hot and cold water.
Copper is used as hot water pipes because the copper will not corrode when the hot water goes through the pipes
Copper
Copper doesn't rust
Copper pipes carrying hot water can corrode faster due to the higher temperature accelerating the chemical reactions involved in corrosion. The heat can increase the rate of oxidation and other reactions that lead to the breakdown of the copper material. Additionally, the hot water can also increase the solubility of minerals in the water, which can further contribute to corrosion.
Replace them with copper or plastic pipe.
No, certainly not. PVC pipes can only take a certain tempreature and in most cases cannot withstand tempreatures above 60 degrees celcius. if a thermostat fails in a geyser and the hot water over boils and you run water through your PVC pipes, they can melt causing severe damage. the best pipes to use are copper and galvanised depending where you live.
Very good BUT you cannot have the velocity exceed 8 FPS
The amount of copper inside a hot water heater varies depending on the size and design of the unit. Typically, copper is used in the construction of the heat exchanger, pipes, and tubing within a hot water heater. Small residential units may contain a few pounds, while larger commercial units can have several pounds of copper components.
A typical 50 gallon hot water tank contains about 3-4 pounds of copper in the form of pipes and connections. Copper is commonly used in plumbing systems due to its durability and ability to resist corrosion.
Hot water pipes are made of different material so that they can keep the water flowing through them at a hotter temperature. Hot water pipes are usually made of copper or some other heat conductive material, and cold pipes are usually made of plastic or other non conductive material.
Copper (electrical wiring and hot water pipes) and aluminum (high voltage cables and soda drink cans).
One reason is because it resists corrosion and another reason is that it can easily be made into pipes for hot and cold water, oil, etc. However, compared to modern plastic materials, copper is much more expensive to use: its ore must first be mined, then the ore has to be smelted and refined into metal pipes, wires, etc. So nowadays, for drainpipes, plastic pipes are used instead of copper.