Monitoring relatively new cathodic systems on steel Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) is a very straightforward business. In theory 100% of all systems tested should adhere to the NACE's standard RP-02-85 (and consequently government compliance) without much difficulty. But an enigma exists in that a relatively small number of tanks are not able to meet that criteria. This paper intends to explore the human element often responsible for the factors which result in non-conforming potential readings.

Subject
Test methods, Piping, Cathodic protection, Reference electrodes, Wiring, Installation, Lead, Technicians, Metals, Backfill, Engineers, Soil, Anodes
Keywords:
cathodic systems, reference electrode, electrolyte, voltmeter, underground storage tanks, galvanic anode
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1997
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