sprinkler system

Ceiling-mounted water jets

A sprinkler system is a network of pipes and spray heads designed to distribute water automatically over an area.

The term most commonly refers to fire suppression systems installed in buildings, where heat-sensitive heads release water when triggered by high temperatures.

It also applies to irrigation systems that water lawns, gardens, or agricultural fields on a timer or sensor.

The office sprinkler system activated during the fire drill.

Opposites
fire suppression method

sprinkler systemfire extinguisher

Portable flame suppression device

fire hydrant · bucket brigade · fire blanket · sand bucket

water delivery method

sprinkler systemflood irrigation

Water released across fields

drip irrigation · hand watering · hose · drought conditions · soaker hose

fire hazard spectrum

sprinkler systemaccelerant

Combustion-intensifying substance

ignition source · fire starter · kindling · incendiary device · open flame

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G