Silver-Chloride Cell - Corrosion Control System

Standard Components

• Reel - Aluminum
• Wire - 250’ #14 AWG - STD. - NWPE
• Meter - Wavetech
• Reference Cell - 805® DW

Permacell 805® DW (PC-805-DW) - Permanent Reference Cell
Long-Life Testing For Deep Water Structures

• Determining the electrical potential between a structure and its electrolyte is necessary for effective corrosion control. This is true regardless of a structure’s location. To perform this essential testing on offshore platforms, pipelines, and other structures located in deep waters, the Permacell 805® DW reference cell is offered. The cell is composed of a 99.9% pure silver element which is embedded with silver and chloride particles. This uniquely formed element remains electrically stable in salt water environments and permits the Permacell 805® cell to be accurate to within five millivolts. Protection is provided to the element by an inert tubing. This tubing completely encases the element, but is perforated to allow the cell to be submersible. An attachable weight section is also provided to anchor the cell in place.
• A common failure problem for deep water reference cells is the intrusion of salt water at the lead wire connection. The Permacell 805® DW addresses this problem with a high pressure connection which remains water tight to depths of up to 1,500 feet. This superior connection is made by injecting hot neoprene over the electrical connection between the lead wire and reference cell element. The lead wire itself contains a two part insulation of Tefzel and neoprene to further prevent water penetration. A strain relief is also utilized to provide the wire with extra mechanical support.

Typical Applications

The 805 DW reference cell is designed to provide ten years or more of accurate potential readings on deep water structures. It remains electrically stable in environments with high chloride concentrations, and can be installed to depths of up to 1,500 feet. The cell’s maximum operating temperature is 158°F. Equipped with an attachable weight, the 805 DW can be either permanently installed or used in conjunction with submersible vehicles to conduct potential surveys.

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