A system of cathodic protection of reinforcing steel in concrete utilizing a sacrificial zinc anode and ionically conductive adhesive is described. Installation and monitoring of two condominium balconies in south Florida will be described, including instant-off and depolarization measurements over 18 months.

Subject
Depolarization, Electric current, Adhesives, Cathodic protection, Rebar, Zinc anodes, Wiring, Installation, Zinc, Instant off potential, Concrete, Electrode potential, Anodes
Keywords:
cathodic protection, concrete, conductive adhesive, corrosion, galvanic, reinforcing steel, zinc
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1997
Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP)
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