Where are Anodeflex systems used?

One of the major uses of the Anodeflex system is in

Off potential
rehabilitation of pipelines, where ageing and degrading
coatings no longer provide adequate corrosion -1.50
protection. -1.20

Re-coating the pipe is a very expensive solution, often -1.00

-0.85
requiring to shut down the pipeline over an extended
period of time. In addition, the pipeline operator is
facing major problems of obtaining environmental
permits and disposal of toxic materials.
-0.00
Discrete Discrete Distance
anode anode

The close interval survey shows the underprotected areas, caused by detoriating pipeline
coatings.

Increasing current output of existing groundbed

Off potential
anodes is no longer an option, since this will aggravate
the problem by further disbonding of the pipe coating. -1.50

-1.20
-1.00
-0.85

-0.00
Discrete Discrete Distance
anode anode
Voltage increase of existing rectifiers

Installation of additional groundbed.

This does not solve the problem; still underprotected Off potential

area’s remain. -1.50

-1.20
-1.00

BR-AFLX-1500-REV-1-02/02 - PCN573142-000
-0.85

-0.00
THE ANODEFLEX SYSTEM
Discrete
anode
Discrete
anode
Discrete
anode
Distance Important: Like any cathodic protection system, the Tyco Adhesives AnodeFlex system must be optimized for particular design conditions. Severe environments may limit the
lifetime. AnodeFlex is a flexible carbon cable anode system. When all the active anode material available around the polymeric cable is consumed, the anode will no longer
Cathodic Protection
Installation of additional groundbed
function. Tyco Adhesives warrants that AnodeFlex meets the internal Tyco Adhesives specification, but the purchaser must rely on its own engineering experience judgement
and skill to ascertain whether or not AnodeFlex is fit for the particular purpose proposed by the purchaser.
All of the above information, including illustrations, is believed to be reliable. Users, however, should independently evaluate the suitability of each product for their application.
for Buried Pipelines
Tyco Adhesives makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and disclaims any liability regarding its use. Tyco Adhesives’ only obligations are
those in the Standard Terms and Conditions of Sales for this product and in no case will Tyco Adhesives be liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages arising
The Anodeflex system offers a better, more cost from the sale, resale, use or misuse of the product. Tyco Adhesives’ specifications are subject to change without notice. In addition, Tyco Adhesives reserves the right to make
Off potential changes in materials or processing, without notification to the Buyer, which do not affect compliance with any applicable specification.
effective, and environmental friendly approach to pipe
rehabilitation. It is typically installed in the same right -1.50 In Europe, Middle East, Africa, Local agent / Distributor:
of way as the pipe, adjacent to the pipe, with only Asia & Pacific:
minimal disturbance of the environment.
-1.20
-1.00
Installation of the Anodeflex system is done using
standard cable laying equipment, such as a
Tyco Tyco Adhesives B.V.B.A.
Nieuwlandlaan B15
-0.85 hydraulic back hoe equipped with reel pay off equip- Adhesives B-3200 Aarschot, Belgium
Tel: +32 16 55 36 00
ment. A typical trench is only about 1 foot deep, and Corrosion Protection Group
Fax: +32 16 55 36 74
6" wide, and no special backfill is required. Typical
[Link] E-mail: CPGE@[Link]
installation rates of 2 miles per day can be achieved.
-0.00
Anodeflex Headquarters: In the Americas:
Distance The Anodeflex system is supplied on a reel. A set of
System Tyco Adhesives Tyco Adhesives L.P.
specially designed splice kits is available to handle 1400 Providence Hwy 1675 Suite C Brandywine Avenue
Installation of the Anodeflex system. It provides cathodic protection on every point in-line splices, branch off, and end terminations. Norwood, MA 02062 USA Chula Vista, CA 91911 USA
without causing any under- or overprotection. Int’l Tel: +1 781 440-6161 Tel Mexico: +52 (664) 623 30 70
US Toll Free: +1 800 248-0149 Tel US: +1 (619) 4 24 42 59 [Link]
Fax: +1 781 440-6271 Fax Mexico: +52 (664) 623 64 63
E-mail: CPG@[Link] Fax US: +1 (619) 4 24 42 58

... to ensure protection in areas of concern. E-mail: CPGTJ@[Link]

 What is the Anodeflex system? Why use Anodeflex systems?
The Anodeflex system is an impressed current, flexible cable anode for use in The Anodeflex system is used to achieve effective
cathodic protection systems for buried structures. and homogeneous cathodic protection over the
entire surface of the buried structure. Cathodic
Placed alongside a pipe or other
protection current should not be supplied to high
buried metal structure, the
demand areas at the expense of remote parts of
Anodeflex system provides
the structure. Homogeneous distribution therefore
uniform cathodic protection to
is more important than current output.
every point, with a minimum of
interference from adjacent
structures.

Discrete anodes

Pipeline

The Anodeflex
system
Off potential
-1.50

-1.20
# 6 AWG conductor -1.00 The Anodeflex
-0.85 system potential

Continuous anode vs. Discrete anode

discrete anode potential
potential distribution -0.00 Distance
along pipeline
Conductive polymer anode material

The Anodeflex system is a unique and cost effective way to keep the operation of
Coke breeze
a pipeline in compliance with cathodic protection DOT or other regulations.
Fabric
Brading The use of the Anodeflex system on pipelines will eliminate many of the problems
found with conventional groundbed anodes:
• it equalizes cathodic protection at consistent levels all along the line,
The five basic elements in the Anodeflex system are:
• its low overall current output will stop further coating degradation caused by
• a high performance coke breeze, serving as the active matrix in which the cathodic disbonding when higher current output anodes are used,
anodic reactions take place, • since the Anodeflex system is installed adjacent to the pipeline, and its current
• a copper conductor serving as a low resistance busbar to deliver the required output per feet is low, interference problems are significantly reduced,
current over considerable distance without incurring substantial longitudinal • in most cases the Anodeflex system can be installed in the pipeline ROW.
voltage drop, Environmental and other ROW related problems are therefore kept to a mini-
• a special conductive polymer that seals the conductor from chemical attack, mum.
yet allows current to flow from the conductor to the environment all along its
length,
• a fabric jacket to hold the coke breeze in place around the anode cable. This
jacket is designed to resist electro-chemical attack, but to allow current flow
from the anode to the surrounding soil,
• a tough, porous non-conductive brading jacket encases the Anodeflex 1500-01,
enhancing its abrasion resistance and preventing the fabric from being
damaged.

... a Cable Anode. ... to ensure uniform current distribution.

 What is the Anodeflex system? Why use Anodeflex systems?
The Anodeflex system is an impressed current, flexible cable anode for use in The Anodeflex system is used to achieve effective
cathodic protection systems for buried structures. and homogeneous cathodic protection over the
entire surface of the buried structure. Cathodic
Placed alongside a pipe or other
protection current should not be supplied to high
buried metal structure, the
demand areas at the expense of remote parts of
Anodeflex system provides
the structure. Homogeneous distribution therefore
uniform cathodic protection to
is more important than current output.
every point, with a minimum of
interference from adjacent
structures.

Discrete anodes

Pipeline

The Anodeflex
system
Off potential
-1.50

-1.20
# 6 AWG conductor -1.00 The Anodeflex
-0.85 system potential

Continuous anode vs. Discrete anode

discrete anode potential
potential distribution -0.00 Distance
along pipeline
Conductive polymer anode material

The Anodeflex system is a unique and cost effective way to keep the operation of
Coke breeze
a pipeline in compliance with cathodic protection DOT or other regulations.
Fabric
Brading The use of the Anodeflex system on pipelines will eliminate many of the problems
found with conventional groundbed anodes:
• it equalizes cathodic protection at consistent levels all along the line,
The five basic elements in the Anodeflex system are:
• its low overall current output will stop further coating degradation caused by
• a high performance coke breeze, serving as the active matrix in which the cathodic disbonding when higher current output anodes are used,
anodic reactions take place, • since the Anodeflex system is installed adjacent to the pipeline, and its current
• a copper conductor serving as a low resistance busbar to deliver the required output per feet is low, interference problems are significantly reduced,
current over considerable distance without incurring substantial longitudinal • in most cases the Anodeflex system can be installed in the pipeline ROW.
voltage drop, Environmental and other ROW related problems are therefore kept to a mini-
• a special conductive polymer that seals the conductor from chemical attack, mum.
yet allows current to flow from the conductor to the environment all along its
length,
• a fabric jacket to hold the coke breeze in place around the anode cable. This
jacket is designed to resist electro-chemical attack, but to allow current flow
from the anode to the surrounding soil,
• a tough, porous non-conductive brading jacket encases the Anodeflex 1500-01,
enhancing its abrasion resistance and preventing the fabric from being
damaged.

... a Cable Anode. ... to ensure uniform current distribution.

 Where are Anodeflex systems used?
One of the major uses of the Anodeflex system is in
Off potential
rehabilitation of pipelines, where ageing and degrading
coatings no longer provide adequate corrosion -1.50
protection. -1.20

Re-coating the pipe is a very expensive solution, often -1.00

-0.85
requiring to shut down the pipeline over an extended
period of time. In addition, the pipeline operator is
facing major problems of obtaining environmental
permits and disposal of toxic materials.
-0.00
Discrete Discrete Distance
anode anode

The close interval survey shows the underprotected areas, caused by detoriating pipeline
coatings.

Increasing current output of existing groundbed

Off potential
anodes is no longer an option, since this will aggravate
the problem by further disbonding of the pipe coating. -1.50

-1.20
-1.00
-0.85

-0.00
Discrete Discrete Distance
anode anode
Voltage increase of existing rectifiers

Installation of additional groundbed.

This does not solve the problem; still underprotected Off potential

area’s remain. -1.50

-1.20
-1.00

BR-AFLX-1500-REV-1-02/02 - PCN573142-000
-0.85

-0.00
THE ANODEFLEX SYSTEM
Discrete
anode
Discrete
anode
Discrete
anode
Distance Important: Like any cathodic protection system, the Tyco Adhesives AnodeFlex system must be optimized for particular design conditions. Severe environments may limit the
lifetime. AnodeFlex is a flexible carbon cable anode system. When all the active anode material available around the polymeric cable is consumed, the anode will no longer
Cathodic Protection
Installation of additional groundbed
function. Tyco Adhesives warrants that AnodeFlex meets the internal Tyco Adhesives specification, but the purchaser must rely on its own engineering experience judgement
and skill to ascertain whether or not AnodeFlex is fit for the particular purpose proposed by the purchaser.
All of the above information, including illustrations, is believed to be reliable. Users, however, should independently evaluate the suitability of each product for their application.
for Buried Pipelines
Tyco Adhesives makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and disclaims any liability regarding its use. Tyco Adhesives’ only obligations are
those in the Standard Terms and Conditions of Sales for this product and in no case will Tyco Adhesives be liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages arising
The Anodeflex system offers a better, more cost from the sale, resale, use or misuse of the product. Tyco Adhesives’ specifications are subject to change without notice. In addition, Tyco Adhesives reserves the right to make
Off potential changes in materials or processing, without notification to the Buyer, which do not affect compliance with any applicable specification.
effective, and environmental friendly approach to pipe
rehabilitation. It is typically installed in the same right -1.50 In Europe, Middle East, Africa, Local agent / Distributor:
of way as the pipe, adjacent to the pipe, with only Asia & Pacific:
minimal disturbance of the environment.
-1.20
-1.00
Installation of the Anodeflex system is done using
standard cable laying equipment, such as a
Tyco Tyco Adhesives B.V.B.A.
Nieuwlandlaan B15
-0.85 hydraulic back hoe equipped with reel pay off equip- Adhesives B-3200 Aarschot, Belgium
Tel: +32 16 55 36 00
ment. A typical trench is only about 1 foot deep, and Corrosion Protection Group
Fax: +32 16 55 36 74
6" wide, and no special backfill is required. Typical
[Link] E-mail: CPGE@[Link]
installation rates of 2 miles per day can be achieved.
-0.00
Anodeflex Headquarters: In the Americas:
Distance The Anodeflex system is supplied on a reel. A set of
System Tyco Adhesives Tyco Adhesives L.P.
specially designed splice kits is available to handle 1400 Providence Hwy 1675 Suite C Brandywine Avenue
Installation of the Anodeflex system. It provides cathodic protection on every point in-line splices, branch off, and end terminations. Norwood, MA 02062 USA Chula Vista, CA 91911 USA
without causing any under- or overprotection. Int’l Tel: +1 781 440-6161 Tel Mexico: +52 (664) 623 30 70
US Toll Free: +1 800 248-0149 Tel US: +1 (619) 4 24 42 59 [Link]
Fax: +1 781 440-6271 Fax Mexico: +52 (664) 623 64 63
E-mail: CPG@[Link] Fax US: +1 (619) 4 24 42 58

... to ensure protection in areas of concern. E-mail: CPGTJ@[Link]

 Where are Anodeflex systems used?
One of the major uses of the Anodeflex system is in
Off potential
rehabilitation of pipelines, where ageing and degrading
coatings no longer provide adequate corrosion -1.50
protection. -1.20

Re-coating the pipe is a very expensive solution, often -1.00

-0.85
requiring to shut down the pipeline over an extended
period of time. In addition, the pipeline operator is
facing major problems of obtaining environmental
permits and disposal of toxic materials.
-0.00
Discrete Discrete Distance
anode anode

The close interval survey shows the underprotected areas, caused by detoriating pipeline
coatings.

Increasing current output of existing groundbed

Off potential
anodes is no longer an option, since this will aggravate
the problem by further disbonding of the pipe coating. -1.50

-1.20
-1.00
-0.85

-0.00
Discrete Discrete Distance
anode anode
Voltage increase of existing rectifiers

Installation of additional groundbed.

This does not solve the problem; still underprotected Off potential

area’s remain. -1.50

-1.20
-1.00

BR-AFLX-1500-REV-1-02/02 - PCN573142-000
-0.85

-0.00
THE ANODEFLEX SYSTEM
Discrete
anode
Discrete
anode
Discrete
anode
Distance Important: Like any cathodic protection system, the Tyco Adhesives AnodeFlex system must be optimized for particular design conditions. Severe environments may limit the
lifetime. AnodeFlex is a flexible carbon cable anode system. When all the active anode material available around the polymeric cable is consumed, the anode will no longer
Cathodic Protection
Installation of additional groundbed
function. Tyco Adhesives warrants that AnodeFlex meets the internal Tyco Adhesives specification, but the purchaser must rely on its own engineering experience judgement
and skill to ascertain whether or not AnodeFlex is fit for the particular purpose proposed by the purchaser.
All of the above information, including illustrations, is believed to be reliable. Users, however, should independently evaluate the suitability of each product for their application.
for Buried Pipelines
Tyco Adhesives makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and disclaims any liability regarding its use. Tyco Adhesives’ only obligations are
those in the Standard Terms and Conditions of Sales for this product and in no case will Tyco Adhesives be liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages arising
The Anodeflex system offers a better, more cost from the sale, resale, use or misuse of the product. Tyco Adhesives’ specifications are subject to change without notice. In addition, Tyco Adhesives reserves the right to make
Off potential changes in materials or processing, without notification to the Buyer, which do not affect compliance with any applicable specification.
effective, and environmental friendly approach to pipe
rehabilitation. It is typically installed in the same right -1.50 In Europe, Middle East, Africa, Local agent / Distributor:
of way as the pipe, adjacent to the pipe, with only Asia & Pacific:
minimal disturbance of the environment.
-1.20
-1.00
Installation of the Anodeflex system is done using
standard cable laying equipment, such as a
Tyco Tyco Adhesives B.V.B.A.
Nieuwlandlaan B15
-0.85 hydraulic back hoe equipped with reel pay off equip- Adhesives B-3200 Aarschot, Belgium
Tel: +32 16 55 36 00
ment. A typical trench is only about 1 foot deep, and Corrosion Protection Group
Fax: +32 16 55 36 74
6" wide, and no special backfill is required. Typical
[Link] E-mail: CPGE@[Link]
installation rates of 2 miles per day can be achieved.
-0.00
Anodeflex Headquarters: In the Americas:
Distance The Anodeflex system is supplied on a reel. A set of
System Tyco Adhesives Tyco Adhesives L.P.
specially designed splice kits is available to handle 1400 Providence Hwy 1675 Suite C Brandywine Avenue
Installation of the Anodeflex system. It provides cathodic protection on every point in-line splices, branch off, and end terminations. Norwood, MA 02062 USA Chula Vista, CA 91911 USA
without causing any under- or overprotection. Int’l Tel: +1 781 440-6161 Tel Mexico: +52 (664) 623 30 70
US Toll Free: +1 800 248-0149 Tel US: +1 (619) 4 24 42 59 [Link]
Fax: +1 781 440-6271 Fax Mexico: +52 (664) 623 64 63
E-mail: CPG@[Link] Fax US: +1 (619) 4 24 42 58

... to ensure protection in areas of concern. E-mail: CPGTJ@[Link]

 Where are Anodeflex systems used?
One of the major uses of the Anodeflex system is in
Off potential
rehabilitation of pipelines, where ageing and degrading
coatings no longer provide adequate corrosion -1.50
protection. -1.20

Re-coating the pipe is a very expensive solution, often -1.00

-0.85
requiring to shut down the pipeline over an extended
period of time. In addition, the pipeline operator is
facing major problems of obtaining environmental
permits and disposal of toxic materials.
-0.00
Discrete Discrete Distance
anode anode

The close interval survey shows the underprotected areas, caused by detoriating pipeline
coatings.

Increasing current output of existing groundbed

Off potential
anodes is no longer an option, since this will aggravate
the problem by further disbonding of the pipe coating. -1.50

-1.20
-1.00
-0.85

-0.00
Discrete Discrete Distance
anode anode
Voltage increase of existing rectifiers

Installation of additional groundbed.

This does not solve the problem; still underprotected Off potential

area’s remain. -1.50

-1.20
-1.00

BR-AFLX-1500-REV-1-02/02 - PCN573142-000
-0.85

-0.00
THE ANODEFLEX SYSTEM
Discrete
anode
Discrete
anode
Discrete
anode
Distance Important: Like any cathodic protection system, the Tyco Adhesives AnodeFlex system must be optimized for particular design conditions. Severe environments may limit the
lifetime. AnodeFlex is a flexible carbon cable anode system. When all the active anode material available around the polymeric cable is consumed, the anode will no longer
Cathodic Protection
Installation of additional groundbed
function. Tyco Adhesives warrants that AnodeFlex meets the internal Tyco Adhesives specification, but the purchaser must rely on its own engineering experience judgement
and skill to ascertain whether or not AnodeFlex is fit for the particular purpose proposed by the purchaser.
All of the above information, including illustrations, is believed to be reliable. Users, however, should independently evaluate the suitability of each product for their application.
for Buried Pipelines
Tyco Adhesives makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and disclaims any liability regarding its use. Tyco Adhesives’ only obligations are
those in the Standard Terms and Conditions of Sales for this product and in no case will Tyco Adhesives be liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages arising
The Anodeflex system offers a better, more cost from the sale, resale, use or misuse of the product. Tyco Adhesives’ specifications are subject to change without notice. In addition, Tyco Adhesives reserves the right to make
Off potential changes in materials or processing, without notification to the Buyer, which do not affect compliance with any applicable specification.
effective, and environmental friendly approach to pipe
rehabilitation. It is typically installed in the same right -1.50 In Europe, Middle East, Africa, Local agent / Distributor:
of way as the pipe, adjacent to the pipe, with only Asia & Pacific:
minimal disturbance of the environment.
-1.20
-1.00
Installation of the Anodeflex system is done using
standard cable laying equipment, such as a
Tyco Tyco Adhesives B.V.B.A.
Nieuwlandlaan B15
-0.85 hydraulic back hoe equipped with reel pay off equip- Adhesives B-3200 Aarschot, Belgium
Tel: +32 16 55 36 00
ment. A typical trench is only about 1 foot deep, and Corrosion Protection Group
Fax: +32 16 55 36 74
6" wide, and no special backfill is required. Typical
[Link] E-mail: CPGE@[Link]
installation rates of 2 miles per day can be achieved.
-0.00
Anodeflex Headquarters: In the Americas:
Distance The Anodeflex system is supplied on a reel. A set of
System Tyco Adhesives Tyco Adhesives L.P.
specially designed splice kits is available to handle 1400 Providence Hwy 1675 Suite C Brandywine Avenue
Installation of the Anodeflex system. It provides cathodic protection on every point in-line splices, branch off, and end terminations. Norwood, MA 02062 USA Chula Vista, CA 91911 USA
without causing any under- or overprotection. Int’l Tel: +1 781 440-6161 Tel Mexico: +52 (664) 623 30 70
US Toll Free: +1 800 248-0149 Tel US: +1 (619) 4 24 42 59 [Link]
Fax: +1 781 440-6271 Fax Mexico: +52 (664) 623 64 63
E-mail: CPG@[Link] Fax US: +1 (619) 4 24 42 58

... to ensure protection in areas of concern. E-mail: CPGTJ@[Link]