Cathodic protection snapshot

Name of technique

Cathodic protection

Use

Prevent corrosion
Complement protection given by coatings

Definition

A technique where an ionic current towards the structure from the electrolyte is used to counter the corrosion current flowing out of the structure.

CP criteria

CP potential of -850 mV vs. CSE
An instant off potential of at least -850 mV vs CSE
A minimum 100 mV polarization post instant off

CP measurement techniques

Soil resistivity
CIPS
DCVG
Line current

Factors affecting CP requirements

pH
velocity
ionic type
ionic concentration
temperature

Issues with CP

Stray current corrosion
Insufficient CP potential
Insufficient CP current
Electrical shorting

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