J Paul Guyer

An Introduction to Sacrificial Anode Cathodic Protection J Paul Guyer

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, mechanical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in corrosion control using sacrificial anode cathodic protection methods. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. SACRIFICIAL ANODE CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM DESIGN PROCEDURES, 3. DETERMINATION OF CURRENT REQUIRED FOR PROTECTION, 4. DETERMINATION OF ANODE OUTPUT, 5. DETERMINATION OF NUMBER OF ANODES REQUIRED, 6. DETERMINATION OF ANODE LIFE, 7. SEASONAL VARIATION IN ANODE OUTPUT, 8. SACRIFICIAL ANODE MATERIALS, 9. OTHER SYSTEM COMPONENTS.