System to verify rod anode integrity
US9856568B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 20, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jan 2, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 27, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC02F2001/46171
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A pressurized rod anode having a hollow core that is monitored by a sensor. The hollow core is pressurized at all times, or in the alternative, is of a pressure less than the pressure within a reactor tank. A rod anode that fails to maintain pressure indicates material removal sufficient to breach the integrity of the rod anode. A relay can be used to cause removal of the rod anode power source when a breach of integrity occurs. Indicator lights provide instant monitoring of the rod anode condition, a bypass switch allow temporary operation of a rod anode pending a timed shutdown for repair.
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