ACL-CS Linear Grounding System Anodes

The ACL-CS Linear Grounding System delivers a continuous, flexible grounding/mitigation anode solution for pipelines, tanks, and other buried or above-ground metallic structures. Packaged as a stranded bare copper conductor embedded in conductive backfill and protected by a porous sock, ACL-CS offers a ready-to-install grounding ribbon that improves soil contact, reduces AC-induced corrosion risk, and ensures a stable path to earth.

Designed for easy deployment, whether by trenching, plowing, or directional drilling, ACL-CS provides a dependable, low-resistance ground path even where conventional grounding rods or bare copper conductors underperform.

Key Features & Benefits

Electrical Performance & Safety:

Low-resistance earth grounding: Stranded copper conductor + conductive backfill ensures excellent electrical conductivity to soil, improving dissipation of AC and stray currents.
AC/current mitigation: Provides a continuous grounding path for pipelines and structures near power-lines or AC sources, reducing risk of AC-induced corrosion or voltage hazards.
Enhanced grounding over bare wire: The conductive backfill and porous sock maintain stable conductivity and corrosion protection for the copper conductor, outperforming bare copper or zinc ribbons.

Installation Convenience & Flexibility:

Pre-packaged, ready-to-install design: Supplied on reels, with built-in corrosion-inhibiting backfill and protective sock, making field deployment quicker and simpler than traditional grounding electrodes.
Flexible, rugged conductor: Stranded copper cable (19-strand) remains flexible for bending, trenching, directional drilling or plowing, with durability enhanced by outer braiding.
Custom lengths on demand: Available in continuous runs sized to project requirements, reducing the need for splices and improving reliability.

System Integrity & Long-Term Reliability:

Corrosion-inhibited conductor: Backfill includes corrosion inhibitors to extend life and maintain low resistance in soil over decades.
Environmentally safe materials: Components are inert, benign, and biodegradable, supporting environmentally responsible grounding solutions.
Made in USA quality: Manufactured domestically under quality control for consistent performance and adherence to cathodic protection (CP) / grounding standards.

Applications

Grounding and AC-mitigation for buried or exposed pipelines in areas with stray voltage or induced current risk.
Protection of above-ground storage tanks, pump stations, and industrial piping networks where grounding and stray-current mitigation is needed.
Grounding for substation grounds, utility corridor pipelines, or transmission-line adjacent infrastructure.
Retrofits or upgrades where conventional ground rods or bare conductors are inadequate, especially in rocky, high-resistivity soils or congested right-of-ways.
Long-distance grounding runs where a continuous, low-resistance path is preferable to multiple point-electrode ground rods.

Installation & Accessories

Trench, Plow, or Directional-Drill Installation: Lay ACL-CS in trench or via directional drill parallel to the structure; ensure backfill covers conductor if trenching.
Splicing / Termination: Where multiple lengths are used, splice per CerAnode™ guidelines to maintain low-resistance joints and preserve backfill continuity.
Protective Routing: In exposed or high-traffic areas, use conduit or protective sleeve to guard against mechanical damage.
Ground Connection: Bond conductor lug/plate to structure endpoint, substation rack, or grounding bus as specified; use corrosion-resistant hardware.
Periodic Inspection: Check continuity, ground resistance, and conductor integrity; monitor soil conditions and replace segments if backfill or sock is degraded.