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Fire Sprinkler System

03/08/2007 4:34 AM

What should be the thickness of pipe used in fire sprinkler system .
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03/08/2007 6:06 AM

It depends on the diameter of the pipe, the pressure it is required to contain and the temperature it is required to withstand.

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03/08/2007 6:30 AM

...also the materials of construction of the pipe.

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03/08/2007 3:11 PM

check with your local fire building codes, they should have the pressure rating for a sprinkler system.
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