Supply pipes carry water under pressure—normally about 50 pounds per square inch (PSI). Because of this pressure, if a pipe or fitting springs a leak, the water usually sprays out with considerable force.
Most supply pipes are copper, soldered together with elbows, tees, and other fittings. Threaded galvanized iron pipes are also common, particularly in older homes, but are being phased out because they tend to get clogged by mineral deposits over time. Plastic pipes often supply water to outdoor sprinkler systems.
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