opofferingsanodes
opofferingsanodes is a term occasionally found in discussions of corrosion protection. It is not a widely recognized standard designation, and in many cases it may result from a concatenation, typographical error, or brand name. When used, it generally refers to anodes employed to protect metal structures from galvanic corrosion through sacrificial or impressed current methods.
In sacrificial (galvanic) systems, anodes are made from more electrochemically active metals such as zinc, magnesium,
Applications include maritime vessels, offshore platforms, pipelines, ships’ hulls, storage tanks, and reinforced concrete foundations. Design
Maintenance involves periodic inspection of anode condition and protective currents, replacement of consumed sacrificial anodes, and
See also: cathodic protection; sacrificial anode; impressed current anode; galvanic corrosion.