CerAnode™ Product

Portable Reference Electrode (ZN-ZN-3)

Reference Cells & Monitoring

ZN-ZN-3

Overview

The CerAnode™ Zinc Portable Reference Electrode is a rugged field reference electrode engineered for cathodic protection potential measurement, system commissioning, and corrosion-control surveys. Constructed with a zinc reference element, the ZN-ZN-3 provides a stable and predictable reference for structure-to-electrolyte potential measurements during field evaluation of marine and aqueous cathodic protection systems.

Designed for repeated field deployment, the ZN-ZN-3 combines a durable zinc reference element with a portable housing and protected electrical connection. Its rugged construction provides a practical reference solution for CP technicians and corrosion engineers performing routine surveys, troubleshooting, commissioning, and system verification.

The ZN-ZN-3 integrates with digital voltmeters, CP interrupters, data loggers, and portable survey equipment, providing a convenient field reference for evaluating cathodic protection performance on marine structures, vessels, pipelines, tanks, and other infrastructure.

Key Features & Benefits

Stable Zinc Reference Element

Provides a consistent and predictable reference for cathodic protection potential measurements.

Rugged Portable Construction

Designed for repeated transportation and field deployment in demanding inspection environments.

Field-Ready Design

Compact construction allows convenient placement at survey locations and straightforward operation by field personnel.

Reliable Electrical Connection

Durable lead assemblies provide dependable connection between the reference electrode and CP measurement equipment.

Repeatable Measurement Performance

Supports consistent potential measurements for CP system evaluation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Survey Equipment Compatibility

Works with digital voltmeters, interrupters, data loggers, test leads, and standard cathodic protection survey equipment.

Typical Applications

  • Marine cathodic protection surveys
  • Ship hull and vessel CP verification
  • Offshore platform and marine structure inspections
  • Pipeline and infrastructure CP surveys where zinc is an appropriate reference
  • Storage tank and submerged structure CP verification
  • CP system commissioning and post-installation validation
  • Field troubleshooting and integrity assessment
  • Temporary and mobile CP monitoring operations
  • Routine corrosion-control surveys

Installation & Accessories

Portable Field Deployment

Designed for mobile cathodic protection surveys and temporary potential measurements.

Reliable Test Connections

Supplied with durable lead assemblies for dependable connection to portable CP testing equipment.

Protective Carrying Options

Available with protective cases and accessories for transportation and repeated field deployment.

Monitoring Equipment Compatibility

Compatible with digital voltmeters, interrupters, data loggers, and standard CP survey equipment.

Field-Service Accessories

Replacement and maintenance components can be supplied to support repeated field use.

Custom Portable Configurations

Available with varying cable lengths, connector styles, housing materials, and field-accessory packages.

Engineered for your application

No two cathodic protection systems are identical. Tell us the current requirement, electrolyte and installation constraints and we will configure the anode around them.

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