MAGNESIUM ANODES DATASHEET
STANDARD TYPE 1.1
Magnesium Anodes are used to apply Cathodic MAG ANODES
Protection to a variety of structures. They are
manufactured in a comprehensive range of shapes
and sizes. The magnesium is available in two
grades, BAC High purity ISOROD, and BAC ISOMAG.
The anode casting has a central steel insert to
ensure even dissipation of the anode material over
time. The cable connection is brazed to the steel
insert and epoxy resin encapsulated
C A
Anode Net Weight Nominal Packaged Total
Type Dimensions Dimensions Packaged
Weight
Lbs Kg A mm B mm C mm D mm Kg
41 9 4.1 89 352 133 508 12.3
77 17 7.7 120 430 190 610 20.5
100 22 10 115 505 175 740 17.7
145 32 14.5 140 550 216 711 30.9
218 48 21.8 140 765 216 1100 46
273 60 27.3 120 1450 190 1680 50
Performance can be improved by retaining moisture thus reducing
the resistivity of the electrolyte local to the anode. To help do this,
pipeline anodes can be supplied packaged in a cotton bag
containing a backfill of Gypsum, Bentonite and Sodium Sulphate.
Alternatively the backfill can be provided loose, in a variety
of compositions, for site application.
Standard Backfill Composition:
Powdered Gypsum 75%
Granular Bentonite 20%
Sodium Sulphate 5%
The anode and backfill are contained in a cotton bag.
MAGNESIUM ANODES DATASHEET
STANDARD TYPE 1.1
HOW TO ORDER
MAG ANODES
Specify Anode Weight or Model (i.e. 41)
Specify Anode Voltage (i.e. 1.5V or 1.7V
Specify Cable Type (i.e. XLPE/PVC)
Specify Cable Length (i.e. 5m)
Specify Quantity Required
If you have any special requirements please do not
hesitate to contact us if your desired option is not
detailed.
ALLOY COMPOSITION
Specification ISOMAG (1.7V) Specification ISOROD (1.5V)
Manganese 0.5 - 1.3% Aluminium 5.3 - 6.7%
Aluminium 0.010% max Zinc 2.5 -3.5%
Copper 0.02% max Manganese 0.25% min
Iron 0.03% max Iron 0.005% max
Nickel 0.001% max Silicon 0.30% max
Copper 0.08% max
Total any other single impurity 0.05% max Nickel 0.003% max
Total of all other impurities 0.30% max Total of all other impurities 0.30% max
Magnesium Remainder Magnesium Remainder
Potential (Ag/AgCl reference) 1.7 volts Potential (Ag/AgCl reference) 1.5 Volts
Capacity (Ampere hours) 1230 A/hr/Kg Capacity (Ampere hours) 1230 A/hr/Kg
CABLE
A range of cables are available with typical insulation and sheathing as follows :
• XLPE/PVC or XLPE/PVC/SWA/PVC
• HMWPE
• PVDF/HMWPE
• EPR CSP
Cable sizes are available between 4mm2 and 25mm2 as standard.
Outer Sheathing is generally available in Red or Black, custom colours available on request but
can be subject to an M.O.Q.
Information provided is liable to change without prior notice.
