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2.3.1 Magnetite Anodes

Magnetite anodes are made of naturally corrosion-resistant magnetite and used for cathodic protection. They are cast cylindrical and hollow, with cables connected through the center to evenly distribute current. Different types are suited for various environments like soil, seawater, or fresh water. Magnetite has specific properties including density and melting point. The anodes have standardized dimensions, weights, and maximum current loads depending on the type and surrounding electrolyte.

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2.3.1 Magnetite Anodes

Magnetite anodes are made of naturally corrosion-resistant magnetite and used for cathodic protection. They are cast cylindrical and hollow, with cables connected through the center to evenly distribute current. Different types are suited for various environments like soil, seawater, or fresh water. Magnetite has specific properties including density and melting point. The anodes have standardized dimensions, weights, and maximum current loads depending on the type and surrounding electrolyte.

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Datasheet 2.3.

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IMPRESSED CURRENT CATHODIC PROTECTION

DATASHEET 2.3.1

MAGNETITE ANODES
REVISION 1
APPLICATION
Magnetite is a natural mineral with a high corrosion resistance making it an excellent anode material. The anodes are
cast cylindrical and hollow. Cables are centre connected to give a uniform dissipation of current from the anode
surface. The anode to cable connection is electrically sealed with a dielectric compound and an anode cap.
Suitable for use in Horizontal Groundbeds, Deep Well Groundbeds, Fresh Water Installations, Seawater Installation

MAGNETITE ANODE DATA

Specific gravity
Brinell hardness (WB5/187.5/15)
Bending strength
Density
Melting point
Coefficient of linear expansion

4.74.8
344
5
4,71
1500
6.4x10-6

kg/dm3

Consumption rate
Current density (1)
Efficiency

0.02
0.70
90%

kg/A year
mA/dm2

kN/cm2
g/cm3
C
1/C (0-100C)

(1) depends on environment

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION

FeO

28 - 32%

Fe3O4

60 - 64%

Balance

4 - 12%

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DATASHEET 2.3.1

MAGNETITE ANODES
REVISION 1
EXPERIENCE
Lifetime comparison - Basis: anode current load 5 A

CHLORINE CONTAINING SOIL

SEAWATER AND DEEP GROUNDBEDS

STANDARD ANODE TYPES WEIGHTS AND OUTPUTS


TYPE MA-U

Surrounding electrolyte:
neutral soil and water
without chlorine and
sulfate content

TYPE MA-CS

Applications:
shallow groundbeds,
deep groundbeds

Surrounding electrolyte:
chlorine and/or sulfate
containing soil or
stagnant water

Applications:
shallow groundbeds,
deep groundbeds

Diameter

60

mm

Diameter

60

mm

Total length

720

mm

Total length

720

mm

Effective length

670

mm

Effective length

670

mm

Total weight

6.0

kg

Total weight

6.0

kg

Min. effective mass

4.7

kg

Min. effective mass

4.7

kg

Surface area

13.4

dm2

Surface area

13.4

dm2

Max. current load

3.0

Max. current load

6.0

DATASHEET
2.3.1

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Email: [email protected] Website: www.cathodic.co.uk
Registered Office: Minalloy House, Regent Street, Sheffield S1 3NJ, UK VAT No. 116 8408 71, Regd in England No. 478098

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MAGNETITE ANODES
REVISION 1
STANDARD ANODE TYPES WEIGHTS AND OUTPUTS
TYPE MA-SEA

Surrounding electrolyte:
flowing seawater or
brackish water

TYPE MA-CHAIN

Applications:
platforms, jetties,
harbours

Surrounding electrolyte:
chlorine containing soil or
stagnant water

Applications:
deep groundbeds open
hole, deep groundbeds
closed hole, water tank

Diameter

60

mm

Diameter

60

mm

Total length

760

mm

Total length

740

mm

Effective length

710

mm

Effective length

600

mm

Total weight

6.0

kg

Total weight

6.2

kg

Min. effective mass

4.7

kg

Min. effective mass

4.7

kg

Surface area

13.4

dm2

Surface area

11.3

dm2

Max. current load

16.0

Max. current load (groundbeds)

6.0

Max. current load (tanks)

16.0

CANISTER FOR MA-U & MA-CS

COKE BACKFILL
Minimum carbon content

90%

Maximum moisture content

5%

Maximum resistivity
Density

1m
700-950 kg/m3

Particle size (dia.)

20 mm max.

Standard canister

Diameter (mm)

Length (mm)

Total weight (kg)

CAN 10

160

1000

22

CAN 15

300

1500

85

CAN 20

300

2000

110

Venture Way, Grantham, Lincs NG31 7XS UK. Tel: +44 (0)1476 590666 Fax: +44 (0)1476 570605
Email: [email protected] Website: www.cathodic.co.uk
Registered Office: Minalloy House, Regent Street, Sheffield S1 3NJ, UK VAT No. 116 8408 71, Regd in England No. 478098

DATASHEET
2.3.1

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