Anodic Protection: Theory and Practice in the Prevention of Corrosion

The objectives of this book are to give technical information about anodic pro- tection, explain how economic analyses are made to determine whether or not it should be used, and describe some of the applications and equipment. Lim- itations of the technique will be pointed out. Technological changes that have resulted in higher temperatures, pres- sures, and velocities increase corrosion rates and markedly influence materials selection and design decisions. Continuous cycle systems impose increased demands on system reliability. New processes require more sophisticated equipment made of costlier metals which are often in short supply and subject to the vagaries of international commerce. The impact of continuing inflation influences decisions related to capital expenditures and maintenance costs. Some problems caused by these considerations can be solved, or solutions simplified, by the use of anodic protection. Technical and scientific information is presented on applications to industrial equipment, economics, design and installation, operation and maintenance, electrochemical principles, laboratory tests and procedures. A historical summary, patent list, glossary of terms, and a subject index are included. It is important to acknowledge that much of the information has been from the original work of others, including the publications of many friends.