Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) conducts independent tests to evaluate the performance of anodes used in cathodic protection systems. Tests are conducted under controlled soil resistivity and cathodic protection conditions.

Currently, there are no clear guidelines about how to select anodes; therefore, independent testing is of interest. In addition, the useable lifetime of the anodes is not well known because consumption rate data is typically available from vendors. Tests conducted were designed to measure consumption rates and provide a side-by-side comparison of relative performance of multiple anodes.


Schematic of the test system

Consumption rates obtained from testing		Test cells in a controlled humidity room

For more information about sensors and corrosion monitoring programs and capabilities at SwRI or how you can contract with SwRI, please contact Elizabeth Trillo, Ph.D., at etrillo@swri.org or (210) 522-4210.

Contact Information

Elizabeth Trillo, Ph.D.

Product Evaluation

(210) 522-4210

etrillo@swri.org

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September 01, 2009