Galvanic cathodic protection

to impede corrosion of steel

Galvanic cathodic protection
to impede corrosion of steel

The galvanic cathodic protection system may be used

on reinforced concrete structures and metallic structures
exposed to aggressive agents.

The system is based on the use of Mapeshield reactive

anodes which form a galvanic cell with the steel and,
as a result, become passive due to the difference in
potential generated between the two metals once they
are connected.

The anodes are made from zinc which is less noble than
steel (see table below). They will be gradually corroded
over the years and guarantee that the structure is protected Application of Mapeshield I on a structure under repair
from corrosion for a very long time (up to 40 years).

Gold
Platinum
Mercury
Silver
Stainless steel
Copper
Lead
Tin
Nickel
Application of Mapeshield I on a new structure
Nobility

Cadmium
Iron (carbon steel)
Chrome
Zinc
Manganese
Aluminium
Titanium
Magnesium
Sodium
Lithium

Table Application of Mapeshield E 25 on the external surface of the structure

POSITIONING MAPESHIELD I AND MAPESHIELD E 25 ANODES
The following tables indicate the maximum acceptable pitch between each Mapeshield anode according to the density
of reinforcement in the concrete.

Mapeshield I 10 Mapeshield I 30
Structures which require repairing Structures which require repairing
Steel/concrete ratio

Steel/concrete ratio

Pitch (cm) Pitch (cm)

Pitch between each Mapeshield I 10 anode applied on structures requiring Pitch between each Mapeshield I 30 anode applied on structures requiring
repair according to density of reinforcement repair according to density of reinforcement

Mapeshield I 10 Mapeshield I 30
New structures New structures

1,6
1,4
Steel/concrete surface
Steel/concrete ratio

1,2
1,0
area ratio

0,8
0,6
0,4
0,2
0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120

Pitch (cm) Pitch (cm)

Pitch between each Mapeshield I 10 anode applied on new structures Pitch between each Mapeshield I 30 anode applied on new structures
according to density of reinforcement according to the density of the reinforcement

Mapeshield E 25

1,6
1,4
surface area ratio

1,2
Steel/concrete

1,0
0,8
0,6
0,4
0,2
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Pitch (cm)

Pitch between each Mapeshield E 25 anode according to density of reinforcement

WHERE MAPESHIELD I, MAPESHIELD E 25 AND MAPESHIELD S MAY BE APPLIED
• The system may be used to great advantage in repairs • To increase the durability of new structures in that
on reinforced concrete structures to guarantee the anodes guarantee that the reinforcement rods are
protection of the reinforcement rods against corrosion. protected from corrosion even if there is any kind of
defect.
• To prevent corrosion on older structures with no signs
of deterioration, in that it protects the reinforcement • To protect metal elements and structures already in
rods even if the concrete around the rods is insufficient place against corrosion instead of using zinc coating/
and/or is cracked due to shrinkage or external stresses. plating.

THE RANGE OF PRODUCTS CONSISTS OF:

Mapeshield I, pure zinc anodes coated with a special
conductive paste, for galvanic cathodic protection
against corrosion of reinforcement rods in new structures
and in structures requiring repair. Mapeshield I must be
attached to the reinforcement rods before repairing the
structure with mortar from the Mapegrout product ranges
or before casting the concrete on new structures.

Mapeshield E 25, adhesive zinc plates which are applied

directly on the surface of structures for galvanic cathodic
protection against the corrosion of reinforcement rods in
the concrete.
Mapeshield E 25 must be connected to the reinforcement
rods with a simple metal cable to make the system active.
 Mapeshield S, zinc plate with adhesive backing for
galvanic cathodic protection against the corrosion of steel
structures exposed to the atmosphere.
Mapeshield S may be used instead of zinc plating/coating
to guarantee total protection for the structure.

ADVANTAGES OF GALVANIC SYSTEMS

• No external wiring or energy sources are required
• Easy to install
• Generate enough current even in dry environments (in compliance with EN 12696 European Standards)
• Difference in potential impedes corrosion with no risk to the structure
• Self-regulating
• Guarantee long-lasting protection and each installation may be calculated and sized according to technical
and economical requirements
• Selective, targeted repairs may be carried out
• No maintenance is required for the entire service life of the anodes

PRODUCTS FROM THE MAPESHIELD RANGE ARE PARTICULARLY

RECOMMENDED FOR THE ACTIVE PROTECTION OF:
• Floor slabs in raised car-parks
• Beams and columns
• Pre-fabricated reinforced concrete structures
• Front edges of balconies
• Concrete floors
• Piles, abutments, friezes, kerbs and floor slabs on bridges and viaducts
• General reinforced structures, in particular those exposed to aggressive environments
such as those close to the sea
• Beams, pillars, piles and steel tanks
 PRODUCTS FOR CERAMICS AND STONE MATERIALS
PRODUCTS FOR RESILIENT AND TEXTILE MATERIALS
PRODUCTS FOR WOODEN FLOORING
PRODUCTS FOR CEMENTITIOUS AND RESIN FLOORING
PRODUCTS FOR ACOUSTIC INSULATION
PRODUCTS FOR BUILDING
ADMIXTURES FOR CONCRETE
PRODUCTS FOR STRUCTURAL STRENGTHENING
PRODUCTS FOR THE REPAIR OF MASONRY
PRODUCTS FOR THERMAL INSULATION
WALL PROTECTIVE AND DECORATIVE COATINGS
PRODUCTS FOR WATERPROOFING
PRODUCTS FOR UNDERGROUND CONSTRUCTIONS
ELASTIC SEALANTS AND ADHESIVES
GRINDING AIDS FOR CEMENT

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