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Cathodic Protection Tester
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Table of Contents
Acknowledgements
2
Important Notice
3
Cathodic Protection Tester Certification Application
4
Glossary of Terms
10
Examination Results
12
Nace Corrosion Network
14
Cathodic Protection Tester
15
Course Outline
15
The Course
16
Audience (Who Should Attend)
17
Experiments
17
Length
17
Prerequisites
17
Certification Application
18
Quizzes and Examinations
18
Attestation
23
Basic Electricity
24
Electrical Terms
24
Electrons
24
Voltage
24
Common Symbols for Voltage
25
Current
25
Resistance and Resistivity
26
Crossectional Area
27
Typical Resistivity of Common Materials
28
Electrical Schematic Diagram Symbols
29
Ohm’s Law
30
Electrical Laws
30
Basic DC Electrical Circuit
30
Electric Circuit
30
Current through a Resistor
31
Power
32
What Is the Current Flow?
32
Current Law
33
Kirchhoff’s Laws
33
Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law
33
Voltage Law
33
Kirchhoff’s Current Law
34
Series Circuit
34
Parallel Circuit
36
Series-Parallel Circuit
38
Series and Parallel Circuits Combined
39
Typical Alternating Current
41
Alternating Current (AC)
41
Pure Direct Current
41
Direct Current (DC)
41
DC Produced by Rectifying AC
42
Transformers
42
Impedance
43
Typical Transformer Wiring in a Rectifier
43
Meter Operation
44
Analog Meters
45
Basic Meter Movement
45
D'arsonval Movement (Voltmeter)
46
Ammeters
47
Ohmmeters
47
Voltmeters
47
Meter Hook up
48
Digital Meters
48
Basis of Operation
48
Resistor and Instrument Lab
52
Data Sheet
54
Diode Check
55
Measured Voltage Drops
55
Meter Fuses – Instructions for Replacement
56
Color Code for Resistors
57
Atoms
58
Basic Chemistry
58
Elements
58
Compounds (Molecules)
59
Ions
59
The Bohr Model of an Atom
59
Water Molecule
60
Acidity and Alkalinity (Ph)
60
Illustration of Acid and Alkaline Ph
61
Basic Electrochemistry
62
Effect of Ph on the Rate of Corrosion
62
Anodic Process (Half Reaction)
63
Oxidation
63
Cathodic Process (Half Reaction)
64
Reduction
64
Electrochemical Circuits
65
Electrolyte
65
Ionization
65
Anode Reactions
66
Corrosion Cell
66
Cathode Reactions
67
Typical Local Action Corrosion Cells on a Structure
67
External Circuit
68
Charge Transfer in the Electrolyte
68
Electron and Ion Flow
68
A Voltmeter Connection Is a Parallel Connection
69
Conventional Current Flow
69
Use of Voltmeters
69
Voltmeter Hook up
69
Current Direction
70
Polarity Sign
70
Sign Convention
71
Copper-Copper Sulfate Electrode
72
Reference Electrodes (Half-Cells)
72
Copper-Copper Sulfate Reference Electrode in Contact with Earth
73
Portable Copper-Copper Sulfate Reference Electrodes
73
Use and Care of Copper Sulfate Reference Electrodes
74
Elevation Difference Causes Water to Flow
75
Driving Force for Corrosion
75
Consumption Rate (K) for Various Metals
76
Corrosion Rate
76
Faraday’s Law
76
Polarization
77
Anode/Cathode Ratio
78
Factors that Affect the Corrosion Rate
78
Influence of the Environment
78
Moisture Content
78
Chemical Activity
79
Conductivity
79
Causes of Corrosion
80
Dissimilar Metals (Galvanic Corrosion)
80
Naturally Occurring Corrosion
80
Practical Galvanic Series
81
Alloying
82
Flashlight Battery as an Example of a Galvanic Cell
82
Graphite-Zinc Battery
82
Mechanical Stresses
82
Dissimilar Soils
83
Metal Ion Concentration Cell
83
Oxygen Concentration Cell
83
Temperature Differences in the Electrolyte
83
Metal Electrode Potentials in Tap Wate
84
Conclusions
85
Results
85
Corrosion-Cell
86
Potential Measurement
87
Polarized Potential Measurement
88
Current Direction in the External Circuit in Corrosion Cell
89
Experiment 2.3 Current Direction in the Electrolyte in Corrosion Cells
92
Reference Cell Maintenance
94
Conversions and Definitions
96
U.S. Customary/Metric Conversions
98
Materials Selection
99
Protective Coatings
99
Underground Corrosion Control
99
Underground or Submerged Structures
99
Bituminous Enamels
100
Exposure to Sunlight
100
Extruded Polyolefin and Polyethylene
100
Types of Mill Applied Underground Coatings
100
Two-Component Liquid Resin Coatings
101
Surface Preparation
101
Application
101
Girth Weld and Other Field Coatings
101
Electrical Isolation
102
Environmental Control
102
Maintenance Inspections
102
Adjustment of Ph
103
Inhibitors
103
Maintenance of Environmental Control
103
Cathodic Protection
104
Microscopic Corrosion Cell
104
Theory
104
Cathodic Protection on a Structure
105
Definition
105
Structures that Can be Cathodically Protected
106
Typical Galvanic Anode Cathodic Protection
107
Anodes
107
Galvanic Anode Systems
107
Applications of Galvanic Anode Systems
108
Advantages of Galvanic Anodes
109
Component Parts of Galvanic Systems
109
Limitations of Galvanic Anodes
109
Magnesium
109
Aluminum
110
Galvanic Anode Efficiency
110
Zinc
110
Attachment to Structures
111
Backfill
111
Size and Shapes
111
Specifications of Galvanic Anode Systems
111
Typical Impressed Current Cathodic Protection
112
Impressed Current Systems
112
Applications of Impressed Current Cathodic Protection
113
Power Sources
113
Advantages of Impressed Current Systems
114
Component Parts of Impressed Current Systems
114
Graphite
114
Limitations of Impressed Current Systems
114
Mixed Metal Oxide
115
Platinum
115
Conductive Polymer
116
Lead-Silver
116
Power Supply
116
Scrap Metal
116
Solar Panels
117
Cathodic Protection Rectifier Schematic
117
Engine-Generator Units
118
Wind Powered Generator Installation
118
Wind Powered Generators
118
Electrical Connections
119
Thermoelectric Generators
119
Coating
120
Factors Influencing Operation of Cathodic Protection
120
Moisture Content of Soil
120
Soil Texture
120
Glacial Till
121
Movement of Structure and Electrolyte
121
Oxygen Content
121
Temperature
121
Metal
122
Electrical Shielding
122
Make up of the Electrolyte
122
Cathodic Shielding Due to a Shorted Casing
122
Criteria for Cathodic Protection
123
Dielectric
123
NACE International Recommended Criteria
123
Ir Drop
124
Resistances
124
Voltage Drops in a Measuring Circuit
124
Recommended Criteria
126
Underground or Submerged Iron and Steel
126
Application of These Criteria
127
Structure-To-Electrolyte Potentials
127
Underground or Submerged Aluminum and Copper Piping
128
Offshore Platforms in Salt Water
128
Dissimilar Metal Situations
128
Above Ground Storage Tanks
129
Interiors of Steel Water Storage Tanks
129
Oil Heater-Treaters
129
Canada
130
International Standard ISO 15589-1
130
Steel Reinforced Concrete
130
Demonstrate Change in Polarized Potential with Time
136
Experiment to Demonstrate Change in Polarized Potential with Time
136
Safety
138
Safety Analysis Prior to Commencing Project
138
Electrical
139
Electrical Equipment (Rectifier) Case
139
Electrical Equipment (Rectifiers)
139
Cathodic Protection (CP) Rectifiers
140
Lock out / Tag out
141
Electrical Hazardous Areas
142
Explosions or Ignitions
142
Group Scissor Lock out / Tag out (LOTO)
142
Cathodic Protection Surveys
143
Induced AC Voltages
144
Excavations
145
Hazardous Material
145
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
145
Other General Precautions
146
Reaction Products
146
Calomel Reference Electrode
148
Field Measurements
148
Other Portable Reference Electrodes
148
Silver-Silver Chloride Reference Electrode
148
Stationary Reference Electrodes
149
Sulfate Reference Electrode
149
Basis of Measurement
150
Structure–To–Electrolyte Potential
150
Typical Applications
150
Voltmeter Ranges
150
Close Interval Potential Survey
151
Location of Reference Electrode
151
Pipe-To-Soil Potential Profile
152
Earth Current Flow and Surface Potential Measurements
153
Potential Measurement between Two Reference Electrodes
153
Recording Voltmeters
153
Voltage (IR) Drop in Potential Data
153
X-Y Plotters
154
Strip Chart Recorders
154
Data Loggers
154
Ammeter Connection
155
Measuring Current
155
Series Connection
155
Use of an Ammeter
155
Current Flow Sign
156
Current Range
156
Direction of Current Flow in an Ammeter Measurement
156
Clamp-On Ammeters
157
Shunts
157
Current Calculation
158
Shunt Measurement
158
Direction of Current Flow
159
Shunt Types and Values
161
Galvanic Anode Output
162
Current Flow on a Pipeline or Cable
163
Current Requirement Tests
163
Rectifier Current Output
163
2-Wire Line Current Test
164
Steel Pipe Resistance
166
Table of Pipe Resistances
166
4-Wire Line Current Test
167
Bond Current
169
Measuring Resistance
169
Typical Measurements
169
Using Ohm’s Law
169
Isolation Joint Test Using an Ohmmeter
170
Using an Ohmmeter
170
Purpose and Usage
171
Electrical Continuity
171
Accidental Contacts
172
Isolation (Insulating) Joints
172
Measuring Structure Continuity
173
Methods for Testing an Isolation Fitting Include
173
Testing Resistance between a Pipe and Casing
173
Diode Bias
174
Four-Pin (Wenner) Method of Measuring Soil Resistivity
175
Measuring Electrolyte Resistivity
175
Wenner Four-Pin Method
175
Average and Layer Resistivity
176
Resistivity Soil Box
177
Soil Box
177
Single Probe Soil Resistivity Measurement
178
Resistivity Probe
178
Measuring Ph
178
Use of Pipe Locating Devices
179
Conductive
180
Conductive Pipe Locator Principle
180
Example of a Conductive Pipe Locator
181
Inductive
181
Inductive Pipe Locator Principle
181
Coupon Measurements
182
Current Interrupter
182
Use of Current Interrupters
182
Definitions
184
Effects
184
Sources
184
Types of Stray Current
185
Steady State Stray Current
185
Dynamic Stray Current
185
Measurement Indications
186
Proximity of Possible Sources
186
Recording of Dynamic Stray Currents
186
Identification of Stray Current
186
Location of Foreign Structures and Rectifiers
188
Pipe-To-Soil Data Plot Indicating Cathodic Interference
188
Mitigation Bonds
189
Stray Current Corrosion Control
189
Mitigation with Cathodic Protection
191
Demonstration of Cathodic Interference
192
Reasons for Monitoring
194
Monitoring Cathodic Protection
195
Monitoring Requirements
195
Technical
197
Date, Time, and Weather
197
Recordkeeping
197
Importance of Good Record Keeping
197
Computer Records and Spreadsheets
198
Facility Maps and Work Documentation
198
Site Conditions
198
Sketches
198
Test Stations
200
Construction Notes
201
Environmental Factors
201
Types of Test Stations
202
Typical Post Mounted Potential Measurement Test Station
202
IR (Millivolt) Drop (Current Span)
203
Typical Flush Mounted Potential Measurement Test Station
203
Pipe Casing
204
IR Drop Test Station
204
Casing Test Station
205
Foreign Line Crossing
205
Foreign Line Crossing Test Station
206
Isolating Joint
206
Isolating Coupling
207
Isolating Union
207
Isolating Flange
208
Properly Isolated Casing
208
Coupons
209
Isolation Joint Test Station Mitigation Bond
209
Typical Coupon Test Station
210
Thermite (Exothermic) Welding
211
Wire Attachment
211
Thermite Weld Process
212
Galvanic (Sacrificial) Anodes
213
Mechanical
213
Prepackaged Anodes
214
Multiple Prepackaged Vertical Anodes
215
Single Prepackaged Vertical Anode
215
Bracelet Anodes
216
Non Packaged Anodes
216
Ribbon or Strip Anodes
216
Offshore Anodes
217
Typical Bracelet Anode
217
Aluminum Alloy Anodes for Offshore Structures
218
Impressed Current Groundbeds
218
Handling and Inspection of Anodes and Cable
219
Prepackaged Impressed Current Anode
220
Surface Groundbed Configurations
221
Vertical Anode Installation
221
Horizontal Anode Installation
222
Header Cable Installation
223
Horizontal Impressed Current Anode
223
Distributed Anode Configuration
224
Surface Remote Groundbed Configuration
224
Deep Anode Groundbed Configuration
225
Distributed Anode Groundbed Protecting Wharf Piling
225
Surface Distributed Anode Groundbed Configuration
225
Deep Anode Installation
227
Negative Circuit
227
Installation of Rectifiers or Other Power Sources
228
Rectifiers
228
DC Output
229
Anode Circuit (Positive Circuit)
229
AC Power and Wiring
229
Troubleshooting
230
Current Profile
231
Illustration of Shorted Structure
231
Testing a Pipeline
231
Locating a Short through Current Flow
232
Tone Generator
232
Casing Shorts
233
Using Audio Tone Locator to Find Shorts
233
Resistance Testing between a Casing and a Pipeline
234
Isolating Joint Shorts
235
Resistance Test Set-Up for an Isolating Joint
235
Cathodic Protection Levels
236
Improper Backfill
237
Galvanic and Impressed Current Groundbeds
237
Groundbed Malfunctions
237
Anode Deterioration
237
Drying of Soil
238
Routine Maintenance
238
Output Problems
239
Zero Current and Voltage Outputs
239
Locating a Short Circuit in a Rectifier Circuit
240
Significant Changes in both Voltage and Current Outputs
241
Significant Current Change with Unchanged Voltage
241
Zero Current Output with Unchanged Voltage Output
241
Appended Documents
242
Primary Reference
244
Nace Glossary of Corrosion-Related Terms
247
Reference Electrode Classifications
265
Element Types
265
Factors Affecting the Accuracy of Reference Electrodes
265
Electrolyte Types
265
External Influences
266
Lights Effects
266
Reference Potential
266
Temperature Effects
266
Contamination Effects
267
Design Life of Permanent Cells
267
Electrolyte Concentration Effects
267
References
268
Standard Recommended Practice
269
Table of Contents
271
NACE International Standard Recommended Practice
271
1 General
272
2 Definitions
272
3 Determination of Need for External Corrosion Control
274
Economic Factors Include the Following
274
4 Piping System Design
275
External Corrosion Control
275
Corrosion Control Test Stations
276
5 External Coatings
277
Storage, Handling, Inspection, and Installation
278
6 Criteria and Other Considerations for Cathodic Protection
283
Criteria for Copper
286
Criteria for Aluminum
286
Criteria for Steel and Cast Iron
286
Additional References
286
Bibliography for Section 6
286
7 Design of Cathodic Protection Systems
288
Design Drawings and Specifications
291
Bibliography for Section 7
291
8 Installation of Cathodic Protection Systems
292
Construction Specifications
292
Construction Supervision
292
Installing Anodes
292
9 Control of Interference Currents
293
Mechanism of Interference-Current Corrosion
293
10 Operation and Maintenance of Cathodic Protection Systems
295
11 External Corrosion Control Records
296
Installation of Interference Mitigation Facilities
297
References
298
Appendix A-Interference Testing
299
Appendix B-Method for Determining Probable Corrosion Rate and Costs of Maintaining Service
300
Appendix C-Contingent Costs of Corrosion
300
Appendix B-Costs of Corrosion Control
300
Recommended Practice
302
NACE International Standard
304
Definitions
305
General
305
Cathodic Protection of New UST Systems
306
Factory-Fabricated CP Systems
307
Metallic Piping
307
Nonmetallic Piping
307
Single- and Double-Wall Tanks
307
Backfill Requirements
308
Coatings
308
Miscellaneous
308
Cathodic Protection of Existing UST Systems
309
Integrity Assurance
309
On-Site Testing
309
Physical Description
309
Current Requirement
310
Laboratory Testing
310
Soil Resistivity
310
Criteria for Cathodic Protection
311
Data Analysis
311
Alternative Reference Electrodes
312
Cathodic Protection Design
312
Criteria for Steel Structures
312
Special Considerations
312
Galvanic Anode Installation
313
Galvanic Anode Selection
313
Anode Systems
314
Installation of Cathodic Protection Systems
315
Wire and Connections
315
Current Adjustment
317
Operation and Maintenance
317
Records
317
Maintenance of CP Facilities
318
Maintenance Surveys
318
References
319
Definitions
323
General
323
Structural Design for Corrosion Control
325
Criteria for Cathodic Protection
328
Design of Cathodic Protection Systems
331
Installation of Cathodic Protection Systems
337
Control of Interference Currents
339
Dielectric Shields
340
Operation and Maintenance of Cathodic Protection Systems
340
Splash Zone Corrosion Control Measures
342
Maintenance of Splash Zone Corrosion Control Measures
343
Surface Preparation
344
Coatings
346
Coatings Inspection
350
Galvanizing
350
Job Orientation
350
Coating Application
351
Inspection Equipment
351
Job Evaluation and Records
351
Combination System
352
Corrosion Control Records
352
CP Systems
352
Structure Potential Measurements
352
Coating and Cladding Systems
353
References
353
Bibliography
355
Structures in Selected Oil Provinces
356
Appendix A-Typical Design Parameters for Offshore Petroleum Production
356
Design Criteria for Cathodic Protection Systems
358
Resistivities (Ohm-CM) Temperature
358
A1: Current Density/Temperature Curves
359
Appendix B-Energy Capabilities and Consumption Rates of Various Commercial Galvanic Anodes Available for Cathodic Protection of Offshore Structures
359
Appendix C-Consumption Rates in Seawater of Various Commercial Types of Impressed Current Anodes Available for Cathodic Protection of Offshore Structu
360
Appendix D-Typical Method for Calculation of Galvanic Anode Current Output Using Initial, Maintenance, and Final Current Densities
360
Appendix E-Typical Method of Calcuation of Galvanic Anode Current Output Using Design Slope and Maintenance Current Density
362
Seawater
362
General
367
Definitions
367
Determination of the Need for Cathodic Protection
368
Cathodic Protection of Uncoated Steel Tanks
369
Design of Impressed Current Cathodic Protection Systems
369
Economic Considerations
369
Uncoated Tanks
369
Direct Current (DC) Power Source
370
Multiple-Circuit Systems
370
Output Current Capacity
370
Output Voltage Capacity
370
Hardware
371
Impressed Current Anode Materials
371
Installation of Impressed Current Cathodic Protection Systems
371
Criteria for Cathodic Protection and Measurement Procedures
372
Measurement Procedures
372
Automatic Impressed Current Systems
373
Power Source Unit
373
Annual
374
Impressed Current Anodes and Wiring
374
Monthly
374
Operation and Maintenance
374
Cathodic Protection System
375
References
375
Tank Information
375
Definitions
379
General
379
Capacitive Coupling
381
Exposures and Effects of Alternating Current and Lightning
381
Power Arc
381
Resistive Coupling (Electrolytic)
381
Design Considerations for Protective Devices
382
Grounding Mats
382
Independent Structure Grounds
382
Bonding to Existing Structures
383
Casings
383
Distributed Anodes
383
Isolating Joints
384
Lightning Arresters and Metal Oxide Varistors
384
Maximum 60 Hz Fault Currents—Grounding Cables
384
Average Impedance for Various Conductor Sizes
388
Personnel Protection
388
Stray Direct Current Areas
388
60-Hz Alternating Current Values Affecting Human Beings
389
AC and Corrosion Control Considerations
391
And Safety Systems
393
References
394
Bibliography
395
Appendix A-Wire Gauge Conversions
395
Human Resistance to Electrical Curren
389
Internal Cathodic Protection Systems in Oil-Treating Vessels
396
Definitions
399
General
399
Design and Selection of Cathodic Protection System
400
Determination of Need for Cathodic Protection
400
Anode Installation
402
Internally Supported
402
Vertical Suspension
402
Vessel Wall Placement
402
Coupon Tests
403
Criteria for Protection
403
Monitoring, Records, and Maintenance
403
Reference Electrode Entrance
403
Steel-To-Water Potential
403
References
404
Safety
404
Definitions
408
General
408
Preliminary Evaluation and Determination of the Need for Cathodic Protection
409
Figure 1: Soil Resistivity Testing (Four-Pin Method)
410
Criteria for Cathodic Protection
412
Figure 2: Temporary Groundbed for Current Requirement Testing
412
Figure 3: Stray Current Corrosion
413
General Considerations for Cathodic Protection Design
414
Cathodic Protection System Characteristics
415
Tank System Configuration
415
Design Considerations for Impressed Current Cathodic Protection
416
Figure 4: Vertically Drilled Anode CP System
416
Figure 5: Angled Anode Cathodic Protection System
417
Figure 6: Deep Anode Groundbed
417
Figure 7: Horizontally Installed Anode Groundbed
417
Design Considerations for Galvanic Anode Cathodic Protection
418
8.2 Release-Prevention Barriers
419
Design Considerations - Cathodic Protection for Tanks with Replacement Bottoms or
419
Cathodic Protection Anodes
420
Figure 8: Typical Double-Bottom Cathodic Protection Layout (Impressed or Sacrificial)
420
Figure 10: Typical New Tank or Double-Bottom Impressed Current Anode Design
421
Figure 9: Typical Double-Bottom Galvanic Anode Design
421
Installation Considerations
422
Figure 11: Perforated Pipe Installed for Reference Electrode
423
Test Stations and Junction Boxes
423
Design Parameters
424
Energizing and Testing
424
Initial Data
424
Monitoring Cathodic Protection Systems
425
Operation and Maintenance of Cathodic Protection Systems
425
Bibliography
426
Recordkeeping
426
References
426
Definitions
431
General
431
Coated Steel Tanks
432
Determination of Need for CP
432
Design of Galvanic Anode CP Systems
433
Uncoated Steel Tanks
433
Current Output
434
Galvanic Anode Life
434
Installation of Galvanic Anode CP Systems
435
Typical Galvanic Anode Materials and Characteristics
435
Criteria for CP
436
Criteria for Steel Water Tanks
436
Operation and Maintenance
437
Annual Inspections
438
Anode Replacement
438
Cp
438
Water Information
438
References
439
Background
443
Criteria
443
General
443
Scope and Limitations
443
100-MV Polarization Development/Decay
444
Typical Polarization Decay Curve
445
Typical Polarization Development Curve Showing “Instant-Off”
445
Design of Impressed Current Cathodic Protection Systems
446
E-Log I Test
446
Structural Considerations
447
Component Installation Inspection
448
Energizing and System Adjustment
448
Installation Practices
448
System Energizing and Adjustment
448
Operation and Maintenance of Impressed Current Cathodic Protection Systems
449
Records
450
References
451
Bibliography
452
Appendix A-Glossary of Terms
452
Appendix B-Additional Information Useful for Design
453
Appendix C-Test Equipment
454
Steel-Cased Pipeline Practices
455
Definitions
458
Design
458
General
458
Installation
459
Maintenance and Repair
461
Monitoring
462
Bibliography
463
References
463
Appendix A: Typical Casing-Filling Procedures
464
Appendix B: Monitoring Techniques
465
Establishing a Circuit for a Four-Wire IR Drop Test
469
Four-Wire IR Drop Test
469
Establishing the Circuit (Downstream [D/S] End)
470
Alternate Method: Lineal Conductance Values for the Casing
472
Casing Depolarization Test
472
Cycling the Rectifier
472
Casing Clear
473
Casing Shorted
473
Use of Pipe/Cable Locator
474
Pipe Data
475
Standard Test Method
478
NACE International Standard Test Method
480
Definitions
481
General
481
Instrumentation and Measurement Guidelines
483
Safety Considerations
483
Instrument Accuracy
484
Pipe-To-Electrolyte Potential Measurements
484
Galvanic Anodes
485
Meter Polarity
485
Alternative Instrument Connection
486
Instrument Connections
486
Causes of Measurement Errors
487
Pipe and Instrument Test Leads
487
Reference Electrode Condition and Placement
487
Electrolyte Interface
488
Interference
488
Voltage Drops Other than Across the Pipe Metal
488
Correction When Pipeline Current Flows Toward Pipe Test Connection
489
Pipe-To-Electrolyte Potential Corrections for Pipeline Current Flow
489
Basic Test Equipment
490
Comparison with Other Methods
490
Reference Electrode
490
Test Method 1-Negative 850 MV Pipe-To-Electrolyte Potential of Steel and Cast Iron Piping with Cathodic Protection Applied
490
Potential of Steel and Cast Iron Piping
491
Test Method 2-Negative 850 MV Polarized Pipe-To-Electrolyte
491
Test Method 3-100 MV Cathodic Polarization of Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminum, and Copper Piping
493
Test Method 3A — Use of Pipeline Polarization Decay
493
Cathodic Polarization Curves
494
Polarization Decay
494
Evaluation of Data
495
Bibliography
497
References
497
Appendix A: Reference Electrodes
498
Measurement Techniques for Net Protective Current
499
Two-Reference-Electrode Surface Survey
499
Appendix B: Net Protective Current
499
Pipe-To-Electrolyte Potential Survey
501
Cathodic Protection Using the Net Protective Current Technique
502
Direction of Survey Travel
503
Surface Potential Survey
503
Appendix C: Using Coupons to Determine Adequacy of Cathodic Protection
505
Definitions
512
General
512
Instrumentation and Measurement Guidelines
514
Safety Considerations
514
Tank-To-Electrolyte Potential Measurements
515
Conventional Instrument Connection
517
Causes of Measurement Errors
519
Tank and Instrument Test Leads
519
Test Method 1-Negative 850-MV Tank-To-Electrolyte Potential of Steel Tanks with Cathodic Protection Applied
520
Voltage Drops Other than Across the Tank-To-Electrolyte Interface
520
Test Method 2-Negative 850-MV Polarized Tank-To-Electrolyte Potential of Steel Tanks
522
Test Method 3-100-MV Cathodic Polarization of Steel Tanks
523
Fixed Cell/Moving Ground Technique
528
Test Methods for Continuity Testing of Steel Tank Systems
528
Applied Current Technique
529
Potential Difference Technique
529
Bibliography
530
Invalid Techniques
530
Piping and Appurtenances
530
Recommended Action
530
References
530
Appendix A: Using Coupons to Determine the Adequacy of Cathodic Protection
532
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