Copper pipe life can usually reach more than 40 years, but its service life is affected by a variety of factors.
First, the service life of copper pipe
Copper pipe is a durable plumbing material, and its service life can usually reach more than 40 years. Compared with other materials, copper pipe has excellent corrosion resistance, high strength and reliability. Under normal use, copper pipe can keep its performance unchanged for decades. However, it should be noted that in actual use, the life of copper pipe is affected by a variety of factors.
Second, the factors affecting the life of copper pipe
- Water quality: If the water contains too many impurities and oxides, it will damage the internal structure of the copper pipe and shorten its service life.
- Water pressure: water pressure is too high or too low will affect the service life of copper pipe. Therefore, it is necessary to adjust the water pressure according to the specific situation during installation.
- Installation quality: If the process and quality of installing copper pipe is not good, it may lead to leakage and other damages of copper pipe and shorten its service life.
- Environmental factors: copper pipe exposure in the air will appear oxidation, especially in high temperature, humidity or corrosive environment, it is easy to shorten the service life of copper pipe.
- External damage: copper pipe in the process of use may be subject to external damage, such as vibration, collision, scratches, etc., will also affect its service life.