What Determines How Corrosive Your Soil Is?

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March 19, 2021

How Sacrificial Anodes Function

Cathodic protection is the most effective way to protect metal structures from the dangers and catastrophes that corrosion can bring. Cathodic protection relies on sacrificial anodes to function in order to protect structures from corrosion. If you’re curious about cathodic protection, start by learning more about how sacrificial anodes function.

The Materials Used for Sacrificial Anodes

The material used to create a sacrificial anode is essential to the ability of the cathodic protection to repel harmful corrosion to the structure. Pure active metals such as magnesium or zinc are best for use as sacrificial anodes, although sometimes, you can use an aluminum alloy that’s tailored to use for this specific purpose.

What a Sacrificial Anode Is

Highly active meals are applied to a metal surface to protect that structure from corroding. It is called a sacrificial anode because that anode is sacrificed for the sake of the structure as a whole. It is consumed by corrosion in place of the structure.

How They Are Applied

Sacrificial anodes are applied to the protected structure through a process involving welding or making mechanical connections with low resistance. It’s also important to insulate the connections. The strength and low resistance connections allow the anodes to be consumed in place of the structure, enabling cathodic protection to function correctly.

Industries Using Cathodic Protection

There are many industries that utilize cathodic protection to protect their structures. Here are a few examples:

  • Pipelines
  • Ships
  • Tankers and tank structures
  • Docks
  • Infrastructure such as bridges

There are many other industries that benefit from investing in properly executed cathodic protection.

If you are interested in corrosion prevention done by experts in the field, contact Dreiym Engineering today. Our team of NACE-certified engineers is ready to help protect your structure. As a cathodic protection contractor, we offer quality service that includes cathodic protection, pipeline surveys, and much more.

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About Dreiym Engineering

Dreiym engineering is a full-service engineering company, providing design, consulting, procurement, and construction services. Founded in 2014, we have grown from humble origins to serve our customers in a growing number of engineering fields. Our goal is to find business partners looking for electrical engineering, corrosion engineering, or other engineering services. Our primary office is just north of Houston, Texas, with an additional location in Austin, Texas. Dreiym Engineering is a small company based out of Texas that looks for the best opportunities to partner with companies and customers. We specialize in forensic engineering, fire investigation, and corrosion engineering. Give us a call or email for any questions you may have.

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