FAQ: Does condensation form more readily on copper tubes than on other types?

Condensation comes from the air, not from the pipe. Water droplets will form on any surface that is cooled to the dew point, which is based on its relationship to the air temperature and ambient humidity. As a simple illustration, consider that on a hot, humid day condensation forms on the outside of a plastic tumbler filled with an iced drink.

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