Pipe earthing is a widely used method of grounding earthing electrical systems, ensuring safety by providing a path for fault currents to electric flow safely into the ground. It plays a crucial role in electrical installations, safeguarding both equipment and personnel from potential electric shocks and preventing damage caused by electrical faults.

In pipe earthing, a pipe—typically made of galvanized iron (GI), copper, or other conductive materials—serves as the main electrode that is driven into the earth. The pipe is buried vertically in the ground, allowing it to have maximum contact with the earth, which ensures that electrical energy can be safely dissipated into the soil.