Copper tube bores remain smooth, and internal diameters stay constant. Largely because of this, a copper fire sprinkler systems can use smaller diameters to provide the same sprinkler coverage as a steel system-with significant savings in installed costs Copper's high thermal conductivity is crucial in many applications Copper conducts heat up 8 times better than other metals. Comparing copper, aluminum and steel, copper is by far the best conductor of heat . . . up to 8 times better. In solar energy systems, copper superior thermal conductivity means that thinner copper sheet can collect the same heat as much thicker gage sheet of aluminum or steel. And it means that copper collector tubes can be more widely spaced.
Copper adds to system integrity while lowering installation costs.
Copper's workability can cut installation time and reduce labor cost. Tubes and fitting are easily joined metallurgically by soldering or brazing. Because of copper's formability, it is often possible to eliminate elbows and joints. Since copper is rigid as well as readily formable, it adds to total system integrity even when subjected to adverse conditions. If you require a response to your comments please click here .