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CY18 ROKFC-IN-KIND A18R610, VMF130, VEHICLE MAINTENANCE FACILITY
AND CO OPS COMPLEX (3RD CAB), USAG HUMPHREYS, KOREA
SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL
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CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM (SACRIFICIAL ANODE)
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
1.2 SUBMITTALS
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.3.1 Services of "Corrosion Expert"
1.3.2 Isolators
1.3.3 Anode and Bond Wires
1.3.4 Surge Protection
1.3.5 Nonmetallic Pipe System
1.3.5.1 Coatings
1.3.5.2 Tracer Wire
1.3.6 Drawings
1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
1.5 EXTRA MATERIALS
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

2.1.1 Contractor's Modifications
2.1.2 Summary of Services Required
2.1.3 Tests of Components
2.1.4 Electrical Potential Measurements
2.1.5 Achievement of Criteria for Protection
2.1.6 Metallic Components on Nonmetallic Systems and Typicals
2.1.6.1 Metallic Components
2.1.6.2 Fire Hydrants
2.1.6.3 Pipe Under Concrete Slab
2.1.6.4 Valves
2.1.6.5 Metallic Pipe Component or Section
2.1.6.6 Connectors or Change-of-Direction Devices
2.1.7 Metallic Component Coating
2.2 MAGNESIUM ANODES
2.2.1 Anode Composition
2.2.2 Dimensions and Weights
2.2.3 Packaged Anodes
2.2.4 Zinc Anodes
2.2.5 Connecting Wire
2.2.5.1 Wire Requirements
2.2.5.2 Anode Header Cable
2.3 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS
2.3.1 Electrical Wire
2.3.1.1 Wire Splicing
2.3.1.2 Test Wires
2.3.1.3 Resistance Wire
2.3.2 Conduit
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2.3.3 Test Boxes and Junctions Boxes

2.3.4 Joint, Patch, Seal, and Repair Coating
2.3.5 Backfill Shields
2.3.6 Epoxy Potting Compound
2.3.7 Test Stations
2.3.8 Joint and Continuity Bonds
2.3.9 Resistance Bonds
2.3.10 Stray Current Measurements
2.3.11 Electrical Isolation of Structures
2.3.11.1 Electrically Isolating Pipe Joints
2.3.11.2 Electrically Conductive Couplings
2.3.11.3 Insulating Joint Testing
2.3.12 Underground Structure Coating
2.3.12.1 Field Joints
2.3.12.2 Inspection of Pipe Coatings
2.3.12.2.1 Protective Covering for Aboveground Piping System
2.3.12.2.2 Ferrous Surfaces
2.3.13 Resistance Wire
2.3.14 Electrical Connections
2.3.15 Electrical Tape
2.3.16 Permanent Reference Electrodes
2.3.17 Casing
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 CRITERIA OF PROTECTION

3.1.1 Iron and Steel
3.1.2 Aluminum
3.1.3 Copper Piping
3.2 TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING
3.3 INSTALLATION
3.3.1 Anode Installation
3.3.1.1 Single Anodes
3.3.1.2 Groups of Anodes
3.3.1.3 Welding Methods
3.3.2 Anode Placement - General
3.3.3 Underground Pipeline
3.3.4 Installation Details
3.3.5 Lead Wire Connections
3.3.5.1 Underground Pipeline (Metallic)
3.3.5.2 Resistance Wire Splices
3.3.6 Location of Test Stations
3.3.7 Underground Pipe Joint Bonds
3.4 ELECTRICAL ISOLATION OF STRUCTURES
3.4.1 Isolation Joints and Fittings
3.4.2 Gas Distribution Piping
3.5 TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS
3.5.1 Baseline Potentials
3.5.2 Isolation Testing
3.5.2.1 Insulation Checker
3.5.2.2 Cathodic Protection Meter
3.5.3 Anode Output
3.5.4 Reference Electrode Potential Measurements
3.5.5 Location of Measurements
3.5.5.1 Piping or Conduit
3.5.5.2 Casing Tests
3.5.5.3 Interference Testing
3.5.5.4 Holiday Test
3.5.5.5 Recording Measurements
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3.6 TRAINING COURSE

3.7 SYSTEM TESTING
3.8 SEEDING
3.9 CLEANUP
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CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM (SACRIFICIAL ANODE)
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the

extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by
the basic designation only.
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM B418 (2016) Standard Specification for Cast and

Wrought Galvanic Zinc Anodes
ASTM B843 (2013) Standard Specification for

Magnesium Alloy Anodes for Cathodic
Protection
ASTM D1248 (2012) Standard Specification for

Polyethylene Plastics Extrusion Materials
for Wire and Cable
NACE INTERNATIONAL (NACE)
NACE RP0193 (2001) External Cathodic Protection of

On-Grade Carbon Steel Storage Tank Bottoms
NACE SP0169 (2015) Control of External Corrosion on

Underground or Submerged Metallic Piping
Systems
NACE SP0177 (2014) Mitigation of Alternating Current

and Lightning Effects on Metallic
Structures and Corrosion Control Systems
NACE SP0188 (1999; R 2006) Discontinuity (Holiday)

Testing of New Protective Coatings on
Conductive Substrates
NACE SP0285 (2011) External Corrosion Control of

Underground Storage Tank Systems by
Cathodic Protection
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)
NEMA TC 2 (2013) Standard for Electrical Polyvinyl

Chloride (PVC) Conduit
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
NFPA 70 (2017; ERTA 1-2 2017; TIA 17-1; TIA 17-2)

National Electrical Code
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U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)
49 CFR 192 Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by

Pipeline: Minimum Federal Safety Standards
49 CFR 195 Transportation of Hazardous Liquids by

Pipeline
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)
UL 510 (2017) UL Standard for Safety Polyvinyl

Chloride, Polyethylene and Rubber
Insulating Tape
UL 514A (2013) Metallic Outlet Boxes
UL 6 (2007; Reprint Nov 2014) Electrical Rigid

Metal Conduit-Steel
KOREAN INDUSTRIAL STANDARD (KS)
KS C 8401 (2016) Rigid Steel Conduits
KS C 8431 (2014) Rigid Unplasticized Polyvinyl

Chloride (UPVC) Conduit
KS C 8458 (2012) Box and Box Cover for Rigid Metal

Conduits
1.2 SUBMITTALS
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When
used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office
that will review the submittal for the Government. Submittals with an "S"
are for inclusion in the Sustainability Notebook, in conformance to
Section 01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING. Submit the following in
accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Drawings; G
Contractor's Modifications; G
SD-03 Product Data
Equipment; G
Spare Parts
SD-06 Test Reports
Tests and Measurements; G

Contractor's Modifications; G
SD-07 Certificates
Cathodic Protection System

Services of "Corrosion Expert"; G
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SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data
Cathodic Protection System; G

Training Course; G
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.3.1 Services of "Corrosion Expert"
Obtain the services of a "corrosion expert" to supervise, inspect, and

test the installation and performance of the cathodic protection system.
"Corrosion expert" refers to a person, who by thorough knowledge of the
physical sciences and the principles of engineering and mathematics,
acquired by professional education and related practical experience, is
qualified to engage in the practice of corrosion control of buried or
submerged metallic surfaces.
a. Such a person must be accredited or certified by the National

Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) as a NACE Accredited
Corrosion Specialist or a NACE certified Cathodic Protection (CP)
Specialist or be a registered professional engineer who has
certification or licensing that includes education and experience in
corrosion control of buried or submerged metallic piping and tank
systems, if such certification or licensing includes 5 years
experience in corrosion control on underground metallic surfaces of
the type under this contract.
b. The "corrosion expert" shall make at least 3 visits to the project

site. The first of these visits shall include obtaining soil
resistivity data, acknowledging the type of pipeline coatings to be
used and reporting to the Contractor the type of cathodic protection
required. Once the submittals are approved and the materials
delivered, the "corrosion expert" shall revisit the site the ensure
the Contractor understands installation practices and laying out the
components. The third visit shall involve testing the installed
cathodic protection systems and training applicable personnel on
proper maintenance techniques. The "corrosion expert" shall supervise
installation and testing of all cathodic protection.
c. Submit evidence of qualifications of the "corrosion expert" including

its name and qualifications certified in writing to the Contracting
Officer prior to the start of construction. Certification shall be
submitted giving the name of the firm, the number of years of
experience, and a list of not less than five (5) of the firm's
installations, three (3) or more years old, that have been tested and
found satisfactory.
1.3.2 Isolators
Isolators are required to insulate the indicated pipes from any other
structure. Isolators shall be provided with lightning protection and a
test station as shown.
1.3.3 Anode and Bond Wires
A minimum of 5 magnesium anodes with an unpackaged weight of 7.7 kg shall

be provided uniform distances along the metallic pipe lines. A minimum of
3 test stations shall be used for these anodes. These anodes shall be in
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addition to anodes for the pipe under concrete slab and casing
requirements. For each cathodic system, the metallic components and
structures to be protected shall be made electrically continuous. This
shall be accomplished by installing bond wires between the various
structures. Bonding of existing buried structures may also be required to
preclude detrimental stray current effects and safety hazards. Provisions
shall be included to return stray current to its source without damaging
structures intercepting the stray current. The electrical isolation of
underground facilities in accordance with acceptable industry practice
shall be included under this section. All tests shall be witnessed by the
Contracting Officer.
1.3.4 Surge Protection
Approved zinc grounding cells or sealed weatherproof lightning arrestor

devices shall be installed across insulated flanges or fittings installed
in underground piping as indicated on the drawings. The arrestor shall be
gapless, self-healing, solid state type. Zinc anode composition shall
conform to ASTM B418, Type II. Lead wires shall be number 6 AWG copper
with high molecular weight polyethylene (HMWPE) insulation. The zinc
grounding cells shall not be prepackaged in backfill but shall be
installed as detailed on the drawings. Lightning arrestors or zinc
grounding cells are not required for insulated flanges on metallic
components used on nonmetallic piping systems.
1.3.5 Nonmetallic Pipe System
In the event pipe other than metallic pipe is approved and used in lieu of
metallic pipe, all metallic components of this pipe system shall be
protected with cathodic protection. Detailed drawings of cathodic
protection for each component shall be submitted to the Contracting
Officer for approval within 45 days after date of receipt of notice to
proceed, and before commencement of any work.
1.3.5.1 Coatings
Coatings for metallic components shall be as required for metallic

fittings. Protective covering (coating and taping) shall be completed and
tested on each metallic component (such as valves, hydrants and
fillings). This covering shall be as required for underground metallic
pipe. Each test shall be witnessed by the Contracting Officer. Coatings
shall be selected, applied, and inspected as specified in these
specifications. The use of nonmetallic pipe does not change other
requirements of the specifications. Any deviations due to the use of
nonmetallic pipe shall be submitted for approval.
1.3.5.2 Tracer Wire
When a nonmetallic pipe line is used to extend or add to an existing

metallic line, an insulated No. 8 AWG copper wire shall be thermit-welded
to the existing metallic line and run the length of the new nonmetallic
line. This wire shall be used as a locator tracer wire and to maintain
continuity to any future extensions of the pipe line.
1.3.6 Drawings
Submitfive copies of detail drawings consisting of a complete list of

equipment and material including manufacturer's descriptive and technical
literature, catalog cuts, results of system design calculations including
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soil-resistivity, installation instructions and certified test data

showing location of anodes and stating the maximum recommended anode
current output density. Include in the detail drawings complete wiring
and schematic diagrams, insulated fittings, test stations, permanent
reference cells, and bonding.and any other details required to demonstrate
that the system has been coordinated and will function properly as a
unit. Locations shall be referenced to two (2) permanent facilities or
mark points.
1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
Storage area for magnesium anodes will be designated by the Contracting

Officer. If anodes are not stored in a building, tarps or similar
protection should be used to protect anodes from inclement weather.
Packaged anodes, damaged as a result of improper handling or being exposed
to rain, shall be resacked and the required backfill added.
1.5 EXTRA MATERIALS
After approval of shop drawings, and not later than three (3) months prior
to the date of beneficial occupancy, furnish spare parts data for each
different item of material and equipment specified, after approval of
detail drawings and not later than six (6) months prior to the date of
beneficial occupancy. The data shall include a complete list of parts,
special tools, and supplies, with current unit prices and source of
supply. One (1) spare anode of each type shall be furnished. In
addition, supply information for material and equipment replacement for
all other components of the complete system, including anodes, cables,
splice kits and connectors, corrosion test stations, and any other
components not listed above. [Furnish a reference cell on a reel with 120
m of conductor, along with other accessories, and a digital voltmeter that
can be used in the maintenance of this cathodic protection system. Use of
this equipment shall be demonstrated in actual tests during the training
course, which shall include a description of the the equipment and
measurement of the pipe-to-soil potential, rainfall, and gas company
voltages.]
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Provide a complete, operating, sacrificial anode cathodic protection system

in complete compliance with NFPA 70, with all applicable Federal, State,
and local regulations and with the minimum requirements of this contract.
a. In addition to the minimum requirements of these specifications,

construction of gas pipelines and associated cathodic protection
systems shall be in compliance with 49 CFR 192 and construction of
hazardous liquid pipelines, including fuel pipelines, and associated
cathodic protection systems shall be in compliance with 49 CFR 195.
b. The services required include planning, installation, adjusting and

testing of a cathodic protection system, using sacrificial anodes for
cathodic protection of the Water, Fire Protection, Force Main, Gas
lines, their connectors and lines under the slab or floor foundation.
The cathodic protection system shall include anodes, cables,
connectors, corrosion protection test stations, and any other equipment
required for a complete operating system providing the NACE criteria
of protection as specified.
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c. Submit an itemized list of equipment and materials including item

number, quantity, and manufacturer of each item, within 30 days after
receipt of notice to proceed. The list shall be accompanied by a
description of procedures for each type of testing and adjustments,
including testing of coating for thickness and holidays. Installation
of materials and equipment shall not commence until this submittal is
approved. Insulators are required whenever needed to insulate the
pipes from any other structure. Any pipe crossing the water pipe
shall have a test station. The cathodic protection shall be provided
on Water, Fire Protection, Force Main, Gas pipes.
d. Submit proof that the materials and equipment furnished under this
section conform to the specified requirements contained in the
referenced standards or publications. The label or listing by the
specified agency will be acceptable evidence of such compliance.
e. Before final acceptance of the cathodic protection system, submit 5

copies of operating manuals outlining the step-by-step procedures
required for system startup, operation, adjustment of current flow,
and shutdown. The manuals shall include the manufacturer's name,
model number, service manual, parts list, and brief description of all
equipment and their basic operating features.
f. Submit 5 copies of maintenance manuals, listing routine maintenance

procedures, recommendation for maintenance testing, possible
breakdowns and repairs, and troubleshooting guides. The manuals shall
include single-line diagrams for the system as installed; instructions
in making pipe-to-reference cell and tank-to-reference cell potential
measurements and frequency of monitoring; instructions for dielectric
connections, interference and sacrificial anode bonds; instructions
shall include precautions to ensure safe conditions during repair of
pipe or other metallic systems. The instructions shall be neatly
bound between permanent covers and titled "Operating and Maintenance
Instructions." These instructions shall be submitted for the
Contracting Officer's approval. The instructions shall include the
following:
(1) As-built drawings, to scale, of the entire system, showing the

locations of the piping, location of all anodes and test stations,
locations of all insulating joints, and structure-to-soil
potential test points as measured during the tests required by
paragraph TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS. Each test point shall be given
a unique alphanumeric identification that is cross referenced to
the data sheets.
(2) Recommendations for maintenance testing, including instructions

in making pipe-to-reference cell potential measurements and
frequency of testing.
(3) All maintenance and operating instructions and nameplate data

shall be in English.
(4) Instructions shall include precautions to insure safe conditions

during repair of pipe system.
2.1.1 Contractor's Modifications
The specified system is based on a complete system with magnesium
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sacrificial anodes. The Contractor may modify the cathodic protection

system after review of the project, site verification, and analysis, if
the proposed modifications include the anodes specified and will provide
better overall system performance.
a. Submit 5 copies of detail drawings showing proposed changes in

location, scope of performance indicating any variations from,
additions to, or clarifications of contract drawings. Show proposed
changes in anode arrangement, anode size and number, anode materials
and layout details, conduit size, wire size, mounting details, wiring
diagram, method for electrically-isolating each pipe, and any other
pertinent information to proper installation and performance of the
system. The modifications shall be fully described, shall be approved
by the Contracting Officer, and shall meet the following criteria.
b. The proposed system shall achieve a minimum pipe-to-soil "instant off"

potential of minus 850 millivolts with reference to a saturated
copper-copper sulfate reference cell on the underground components of
the piping or other metallic surface. Take resistivity measurements
of the soil in the vicinity of the pipes and ground bed sites. Based
upon the measurements taken, the current and voltage shall be required
to produce a minimum of minus 850 millivolts "instant off" potential
between the structure being tested and the reference cell. This
potential shall be obtained over 95 percent of the metallic area. The
anode system shall be designed for a life of twenty-five (25) years of
continuous operation.
c. Submit final report regarding Contractor's modifications. The report

shall include pipe-to-soil measurements throughout the affected area,
indicating that the modifications improved the overall conditions, and
current measurements for anodes. The following special materials and
information are required: taping materials and conductors; zinc
grounding cell, installation and testing procedures, and equipment;
coating material; system design calculations for anode number, life,
and parameters to achieve protective potential; backfill shield
material and installation details showing waterproofing; bonding and
waterproofing details; insulated resistance wire; exothermic weld
equipment and material.
2.1.2 Summary of Services Required
The scope of services shall include, but shall not be limited to, the
following:
a. Close-interval potential surveys.
b. Cathodic Protection Systems.
c. System testing.
d. Casing corrosion control.
e. Interference testing.
f. Training.
g. Operating and maintenance manual.
h. Insulator testing and bonding testing.
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i. Coating and holiday testing to be submitted within 45 days of notice

to proceed.
2.1.3 Tests of Components
Perform a minimum of four (4) tests at each metallic component in the

piping system. Two (2) measurements shall be made directly over the
anodes and the other two (2) tests shall be over the outer edge of the
component, but at the farthest point from the anodes. Structure and pipes
shall be shown with the cathodic protection equipment. All components of
the cathodic protection system shall be shown on drawings, showing their
relationship to the protected structure or component. A narrative shall
describe how the cathodic protection system will work and provide testing
at each component. Components requiring cathodic protection shall include
but not be limited to the following:
a. Pipes under the floor slab or foundations.
b. PIV.
c. Shutoff valves.
d. Metallic pipe extended from aboveground locations.
e. Each connector or change-of-direction device.
f. Any metallic pipe component or section.
g. Backflow preventer.
h. Culvert.
2.1.4 Electrical Potential Measurements
All potential tests shall be made at a minimum of 3 m intervals witnessed

by the Contracting Officer. Submittals shall identify test locations on
separate drawing, showing all metal to be protected and all cathodic
protection equipment. Test points equipment and protected metal shall be
easily distinguished and identified.
2.1.5 Achievement of Criteria for Protection
All conductors, unless otherwise shown, shall be routed to or through the

test stations. Each system provided shall achieve a minimum pipe-to-soil
"instant off" potential of minus 850 millivolt potentials with reference
to a saturated copper-copper-sulfate reference cell on all underground
components of the piping. Based upon the measurements taken, the current
and voltage of the anodes should be adjusted as required to produce a
minimum of minus 850 millivolts "instant off" potential between the
structure being tested and the reference cell. This potential should be
obtained over 95 percent of the metallic area. This must be achieved
without the "instant off" potential exceeding 1150 millivolts. Testing
will be witnessed by the Contracting Officer. Provide additional anodes
if required to achieve the minus 850 millivolts "instant off". Although
acceptance criteria of the cathodic protection systems are defined in
NACE SP0169, for this project the "instant off" potential of minus 850
millivolts is the only acceptable criteria.
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2.1.6 Metallic Components on Nonmetallic Systems and Typicals
2.1.6.1 Metallic Components
As a minimum, protect each metallic component with two (2) magnesium

anodes. This number of anodes is required to achieve minus 850 millivolts
"instant off" potential on the metallic area and at the same time not
provide overvoltage above 1150 millivolts "instant off." As a minimum,
the magnesium anode unpackaged weight shall be 7.7 kg. The magnesium
anodes shall be located on each side of the metallic component and routed
through a test station.
2.1.6.2 Fire Hydrants
Fire hydrant pipe components shall have a minimum of two (2) anodes.
These magnesium anodes shall have an unpackaged weight of 7.7 kg.
2.1.6.3 Pipe Under Concrete Slab
Pipe under concrete slab shall have a minimum of 3 magnesium anodes.

These magnesium anodes shall have an unpackaged weight of 7.7 kg. Pipe
under concrete slab shall have 1 permanent reference electrodes located
under the slab. One (1) permanent reference electrode shall be located
where the pipe enters the concrete slab. All conductors shall be routed
to a test station.
2.1.6.4 Valves
Each valve shall be protected with 2 magnesium anodes. The magnesium

anode shall have an unpackaged weight of 7.7 kg.
2.1.6.5 Metallic Pipe Component or Section
Each section of metallic pipe shall be protected with 4 magnesium anodes.

The magnesium anodes shall have an unpackaged weight of 7.7 kg.
2.1.6.6 Connectors or Change-of-Direction Devices
Each change-of-direction device shall be protected with 2 magnesium

anodes. The magnesium anode shall have an unpackaged weight of 7.7 kg.
2.1.7 Metallic Component Coating
Coatings for metallic components shall be as required for metallic

fittings as indicated. This will include fire hydrants, T's, elbows,
valves, etc. Coatings shall be selected, applied, and inspected as
specified in these specifications. All aboveground pipeline shall be
coated as indicated or as approved. The coating shall have a minimum
thickness of 0.18 mm. The pipeline coating shall be in accordance with
all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.
2.2 MAGNESIUM ANODES
Install a minimum of 3 anodes on the Pipe system. See Paragraph METALLIC

COMPONENTS ON NONMETALLIC SYSTEMS AND TYPICALS for additional anodes under
slab.
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2.2.1 Anode Composition
Anodes shall be of high-potential magnesium alloy, made of primary

magnesium obtained from sea water or brine, and not made from scrap
metal. Magnesium anodes shall conform to ASTM B843 and to the following
analysis (in percents) otherwise indicated:
Aluminum, max. 0.010

Manganese, max. 0.50 to 1.30
Zinc 0.05
Silicon, max. 0.05
Copper, max. 0.02
Nickel, max. 0.001
Iron, Max. 0.03
Other impurities, max. 0.05 each or 0.3 max. total
Magnesium Remainder
Furnish spectrographic analysis on samples from each heat or batch of

anodes used on this project.
2.2.2 Dimensions and Weights
Dimensions and weights of anodes shall be approximately as follows:
TYPICAL MAGNESIUM ANODE SIZE

(Cross sections may be round, square, or D shaped)
Nominal Approx. Size (mm) Nominal Gross Nominal Package

Weight (kg) Weight (kg) Dimensions (mm)
Packaged in
Backfill
1.4 76 X 76 X 127 3.6 133 X 133 X 203

2.3 76 X 76 X 203 5.9 133 X 133 X 286
4.1 76 X 76 X 356 12.3 133 X 508
5.5 102 X 102 X 305 14.5 191 X 457
7.7 102 X 102 X 432 20.5 191 X 610
14.5 127 X 127 X 521 30.9 216 X 711
22.7 178 X 178 X 406 45.5 254 X 610
2.2.3 Packaged Anodes
Provide anodes in packaged form with the anode surrounded by

specially-prepared quick-wetting backfill and contained in a water
permeable cloth or paper sack. Anodes shall be centered by means of
spacers in the backfill material. The backfill material shall have the
following composition, unless otherwise indicated:
Material Approximate Percent by Weight
Gypsum 75
Bentonite 20
Sodium Sulphate 5
Total 100
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2.2.4 Zinc Anodes
Zinc anodes shall conform to ASTM B418, Type II.
2.2.5 Connecting Wire
2.2.5.1 Wire Requirements
Wire shall be No. 10 AWG solid copper wire, not less than 3 m long,
unspliced, complying with NFPA 70, Type RHW-USE insulation. Connecting
wires for magnesium anodes shall be factory installed with the place or
emergence from the anode in a cavity sealed flush with a dielectric
sealing compound. Connecting wires for zinc anodes shall be factory
installed with the place of connection to the protruding steel core
completely sealed with a dielectric material.
2.2.5.2 Anode Header Cable
Cable for anode header and distribution shall be No. 8 AWG stranded copper
wire with type CP high molecular weight polyethylene, 2.8 mm thick
insulation, 600-volt rating.
2.3 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS
2.3.1 Electrical Wire
Wire shall be No. 10 AWG stranded copper wire with NFPA 70, Type [TW]
Polyethylene insulation. Polyethylene insulation shall comply with the
requirements of ASTM D1248 and shall be of the following types, classes,
and grades:
High-molecular weight polyethylene shall be Type I, Class C, Grade E5.
High-density polyethylene shall be Type III, Class C, Grade E3.
2.3.1.1 Wire Splicing
Connecting wire splicing shall be made with copper compression connectors

or exothermic welds, following instructions of the manufacturer. Single
split-bolt connections shall not be used. Sheaths for encapsulating
electrical wire splices to be buried underground shall fit the insulated
wires entering the spliced joints and epoxy potting compound shall be as
specified below.
2.3.1.2 Test Wires
Test wires shall be AWG No. 12 stranded copper wire with NFPA 70, Type TW
or RHW-USE with outer covering or polyethylene insulation.
2.3.1.3 Resistance Wire
Resistance wire shall be AWG No. 16 or No. 22 nickel-chromium wire.
2.3.2 Conduit
Rigid galvanized steel conduit and accessories shall conform to UL 6 or

KS C 8401. Non metallic conduit shall conform to NEMA TC 2 or KS C 8431.
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2.3.3 Test Boxes and Junctions Boxes
Boxes shall be outdoor type conforming to UL 514A or KS C 8458.
2.3.4 Joint, Patch, Seal, and Repair Coating
Sealing and dielectric compound shall be a black, rubber based compound

that is soft, permanently pliable, tacky, moldable, and unbacked.
Compound shall be applied as recommended by the manufacturer, but not less
than 13 mm thick. Pressure-sensitive vinyl plastic electrical tape shall
conform to UL 510.
2.3.5 Backfill Shields
Shields shall consist of approved pipeline wrapping or

fiberglass-reinforced, coal-tar impregnated tape, or plastic weld caps,
specifically made for the purpose and installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations. When joint bonds are required, due to the
use of mechanical joints, the entire joint shall be protected by the use
of a kraft paper joint cover. The joint cover shall be filled with
poured-in, hot coat-tar enamel.
2.3.6 Epoxy Potting Compound
Compound for encapsulating electrical wire splices to be buried

underground shall be a two package system made for the purpose.
2.3.7 Test Stations
Stations shall be of the [aboveground] [flush-curb-box type] and shall be

the standard product of a recognized manufacturer. Test stations shall be
complete with an insulated terminal block having the required number of
terminals. The test station shall be provided with a lockable over and
shall have an embossed legend, "C.P. Test." A minimum of one (1) test
station shall be provided each component of the pipe. A minimum of six
(6) terminals shall be provided in each test station. A minimum of two
(2) leads are required to the metallic pipe from each test station. Other
conductors shall be provided for each anode, other foreign pipe, and
reference cells as required. [Test stations may be constructed of
nonmetallic materials. However, if nonmetallic materials are utilized, as
a minimum, the materials shall be resistant to damage from ultraviolet
radiation, contain good color retention qualities, contain high strength
qualities, and be resistant to accidental or vandalistic impacts that
might be normally encountered in the environment for which they are to be
installed. The test stations shall be listed for the particular
application for which they are to be utilized].
2.3.8 Joint and Continuity Bonds
Bonds shall be provided across all joints in the metallic water and gas
lines, across any electrically discontinuous connections and all other
pipes and structures with other than welded or threaded joints that are
included in this cathodic protection system. Unless otherwise specified
in the specifications, bonds between structures and across joints in pipe
with other than welded or threaded joints shall be No. 8 AWG stranded
copper cable with polyethylene insulation. Bonds between structures shall
contain sufficient slack for any anticipated movement between structures.
Bonds across pipe joints shall contain a minimum of 102 mm of slack to
allow for pipe movement and soil stress. Bonds shall be attached by
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exothermic welding. Exothermic weld areas shall be insulated with coating

compound and approved, and witnessed by the Contracting Officer.
Continuity bonds shall be installed as necessary to reduce stray current
interference. Additional joint bondings shall be accomplished where the
necessity is discovered during construction or testing or where the
Contracting Officer's representative directs that such bonding be done.
Joint bonding shall include all associated excavation and backfilling.
There shall be a minimum of two (2) continuity bonds between each
structure and other than welded or threaded joints. Test for electrical
continuity across all joints with other than welded or threaded joints and
across all metallic portions or components. Provide bonding as required
and as specified above until electrical continuity is achieved. Submit
bonding test data for approval.
2.3.9 Resistance Bonds
Resistance bonds should be adjusted as outlined in this specification.

Alternate methods may be used if they are approved by the Contracting
Officer.
2.3.10 Stray Current Measurements
Stray current measurements should be performed at each test station.

Stray currents resulting from lightning or overhead alternating current
(AC) power transmission systems shall be mitigated in accordance with
NACE SP0177.
2.3.11 Electrical Isolation of Structures
As a minimum, isolating flanges or unions shall be provided at the

following locations:
a. Connection of new metallic piping or components to existing piping.
b. Pressure piping under floor slab to a building.
Isolation shall be provided at metallic connection of all lines to

existing system and where connecting to a building. Additionally,
isolation shall be provided between water and/or gas line; and foreign
pipes that cross the new lines within 3.05 m. Isolation fittings,
including isolating flanges and couplings, shall be installed aboveground
or in a concrete pit.
2.3.11.1 Electrically Isolating Pipe Joints
Electrically isolating pipe joints shall be of a type that is in regular

factory production.
2.3.11.2 Electrically Conductive Couplings
Electrically conductive couplings shall be of a type that has a published

maximum electrical resistance rating given in the manufacturer's
literature. Cradles and seals shall be of a type that is in regular
factory production made for the purpose of electrically insulating the
carrier pipe from the casing and preventing the incursion of water into
the annular space.
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2.3.11.3 Insulating Joint Testing
A Model 601 Insulation Checker, as manufactured by "Gas Electronics", or

an approved equal, shall be used for insulating joint (flange) electrical
testing.
2.3.12 Underground Structure Coating
This coating specification shall take precedence over any other project
specification and drawing notes, whether stated or implied, and shall also
apply to the pipeline or tank supplier. No variance in coating quality
shall be allowed by the Contractor or Base Construction Representative
without the written consent of the designer. All underground metallic
pipelines and tanks to be cathodically protected shall be afforded a good
quality factory-applied coating. This includes all carbon steel,
cast-iron and ductile-iron pipelines or vessels. Coatings shall be
selected, applied, and inspected as specified. If non-metallic pipelines
are installed, all metallic fittings on pipe sections shall be coated in
accordance with this specification section.
a. The nominal thickness of the metallic pipe joint or other component

coating shall be 2.5 mm, plus or minus 5 percent.
b. Pipe and joint coating for factory applied or field repair material
shall be applied as recommended by the manufacturer and shall be one
of the following:
(1) Continuously extruded polyethylene and adhesive coating system.

(2) Polyvinyl chloride pressure-sensitive adhesive tape.
(3) High density polyethylene/bituminous rubber compound tape.
(4) Butyl rubber tape.
(5) Coal tar epoxy.
2.3.12.1 Field Joints
All field joints shall be coated with materials compatible with the
pipeline coating compound. The joint coating material shall be applied to
an equal thickness as the pipeline coating. Unbonded coatings shall not
be used on these buried metallic components. This includes the
elimination of all unbonded polymer wraps or tubes. Once the pipeline or
vessel is set in the trench, an inspection of the coating shall be
conducted. This inspection shall include electrical holiday detection.
Any damaged areas of the coating shall be properly repaired. The
Contracting Officer shall be asked to witness inspection of the coating
and testing using a holiday detector.
2.3.12.2 Inspection of Pipe Coatings
Any damage to the protective covering during transit and handling shall be
repaired before installation. After field coating and wrapping has been
applied, the entire pipe shall be inspected by an electric holiday
detector with impressed current in accordance with NACE SP0188 using a
full-ring, spring-type coil electrode. The holiday detector shall be
equipped with a bell, buzzer, or other type of audible signal which sounds
when a holiday is detected. All holidays in the protective covering shall
be repaired immediately upon detection. Occasional checks of holiday
detector potential will be made by the Contracting Officer's
representative to determine suitability of the detector. All labor,
materials, and equipment necessary for conducting the inspection shall be
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furnished by the Contractor.
2.3.12.2.1 Protective Covering for Aboveground Piping System
Finish painting shall conform to the applicable paragraph of SECTION:

09 90 00 PAINTS AND COATINGS and as follows:
2.3.12.2.2 Ferrous Surfaces
Shop-primed surfaces shall be touched-up with ferrous metal primer.

Surfaces that have not been shop-primed shall be solvent-cleaned.
Surfaces that contain loose rust, loose mil scale, and other foreign
substances shall be mechanically-cleaned by power wire-brushing and primed
with ferrous metal primer. Primed surface shall be finished with two (2)
coats of exterior oil paint and vinyl paint. Coating for each entire
piping service shall be an approved pipe line wrapping having a minimum
coating resistance of 50,000 Ohms per 0.0929 square meters.
2.3.13 Resistance Wire
Wire shall be No. 16 or No. 22 nickel-chromium wire with TW insulation.
2.3.14 Electrical Connections
Electrical connections shall be done as follows:
a. Exothermic welds shall be "Cadweld", " Bundy", "Thermoweld", or an

approved equal. Use of this material shall be in strict accordance
with the manufacturer's recommendations.
b. Electrical-shielded arc welds shall be approved for use on steel pipe

by shop drawing submittal action.
c. Brazing shall be as specified in Paragraph: Lead Wire Connections.
2.3.15 Electrical Tape
Pressure-sensitive vinyl plastic electrical tape shall conform to UL 510.
2.3.16 Permanent Reference Electrodes
Permanent reference electrodes shall be Cu-CuS04 electrodes suitable for

direct burial. Electrodes shall be guaranteed by the supplier for 15
years' service in the environment in which they shall be placed.
Electrodes shall be installed directly beneath pipe, or metallic component.
2.3.17 Casing
Where a pipeline is installed in a casing under a roadway or railway, the

pipeline shall be electrically insulated from the casing, and the annular
space sealed and filled with an approved corrosion inhibiting product
against incursion of water.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 CRITERIA OF PROTECTION
Acceptance criteria for determining the adequacy of protection on a buried

underground pipe shall be in accordance with NACE SP0169, NACE RP0193,
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NACE SP0285 and as specified below.
3.1.1 Iron and Steel
The following method a. shall be used for testing cathodic protection

voltages. If more than one method is required, method b. shall be used.
a. A negative voltage of at least minus 850 millivolts as measured

between the underground component and a saturated copper-copper
sulphate reference electrode connecting the earth (electrolyte)
directly over the underground component. Determination of this
voltage shall be made with the cathodic protection system in
operation. Voltage drops shall be considered for valid interpretation
of this voltage measurement. A minimum of minus 850 millivolts
"instant off" potential between the underground component being tested
and the reference cell shall be achieved over 95 percent of the area
of the structure. Adequate number of measurements shall be obtained
over the entire structure, pipe, tank, or other metallic component to
verify and record achievement of minus 850 millivolts "instant off."
This potential shall be obtained over 95 percent of the total metallic
area without the "instant off" potential exceeding 1200 millivolts.
b. A minimum polarization voltage shift of 100 millivolts as measured

between the underground component and a saturated copper-copper
sulphate reference electrode contacting the earth directly over the
underground component. This polarization voltage shift shall be
determined by interrupting the protective current and measuring the
polarization decay. When the protective current is interrupted, an
immediate voltage shift will occur. The voltage reading, after the
immediate shift, shall be used as the base reading from which to
measure polarization decay. Measurements achieving 100 millivolts
decay shall be made over 95 percent of the metallic surface being
protected.
c. For any metallic component, a minimum of four (4) measurements shall

be made using subparagraph a., above, and achieving the "instant off"
potential of minus 850 millivolts. Two (2) measurements shall be made
over the anodes and two (2) measurements shall be made at different
locations near the component and farthest away from the anode.
3.1.2 Aluminum
Aluminum underground component shall not be protected to a potential more

negative than minus 1200 millivolts, measured between the underground
component and a saturated copper-copper sulphate reference electrode
contacting the earth, directly over the metallic component. Resistance,
if required, shall be inserted in the anode circuit within the test
station to reduce the potential of the aluminum to a value which will not
exceed a potential more negative than minus 1200 millivolts. Voltage
shift criterion shall be a minimum negative polarization shift of 100
millivolts measured between the metallic component and a saturated
copper-copper sulphate reference electrode contacting the earth, directly
over the metallic component. The polarization voltage shift shall be
determined as outlined for iron and steel.
3.1.3 Copper Piping
For copper piping, the following criteria shall apply: A minimum of 100
millivolts of cathodic polarization between the structure surface and a
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stable reference electrode contacting the electrolyte. The polarization

voltage shift shall be determined as outlined for iron and steel.
3.2 TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING
Perform trenching and backfilling in accordance with Section 31 00 00

EARTHWORK. In the areas of the anode beds, all trees and underbrush shall
be cleared and grubbed to the limits shown or indicated. In the event
rock is encountered in providing the required depth for anodes, determine
an alternate approved location and, if the depth is still not provided,
submit an alternate plan to the Contracting Officer. Alternate techniques
and depths must be approved prior to implementation.
3.3 INSTALLATION
3.3.1 Anode Installation
Unless otherwise authorized, installation shall not proceed without the

presence of the Contracting Officer. Anodes of the size specified shall
be installed to the depth indicated and at the locations shown. Locations
may be changed to clear obstructions with the approval of the Contracting
Officer. Anodes shall be installed in sufficient number and of the
required type, size, and spacing to obtain a uniform current distribution
over the surface of the structure. The anode system shall e designed for
a life of 25 years of continuous operation. Anodes shall be installed as
indicated in a dry condition after any plastic or waterproof protective
covering has been completely removed from the water permeable, permanent
container housing the anode metal. The anode connecting wire shall not be
used for lowering the anode into the hole. The annular space around the
anode shall be backfilled with fine earth in 150 mm layers and each layer
shall be hand tamped. Care must be exercised not to strike the anode or
connecting wire with the tamper. Approximately 20 L of water shall be
applied to each filled hole after anode backfilling and tamping has been
completed to a point about 150 mm above the anode. After the water has
been absorbed by the earth, backfilling shall be completed to the ground
surface level.
3.3.1.1 Single Anodes
Single anodes, spaced as shown, shall be connected or connected through a

test station to the pipeline, allowing adequate slack in the connecting
wire to compensate for movement during backfill operation.
3.3.1.2 Groups of Anodes
Groups of anodes, in quantity and location shown, shall be connected to an

anode header cable. The anode header cable shall make contact with the
structure to be protected only through a test station. Anode lead
connection to the anode header cable shall be made by an approved crimp
connector or exothermic weld and splice mold kit with appropriate potting
compound.
3.3.1.3 Welding Methods
Connections to ferrous pipe shall be made by exothermic weld methods

manufactured for the type of pipe supplied. Electric arc welded
connections and other types of welded connections to ferrous pipe and
structures shall be approved before use.
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3.3.2 Anode Placement - General
Packaged anodes shall be installed completely dry, and shall be lowered

into holes by rope sling or by grasping the cloth gather. The anode lead
wire shall not be used in lowering the anodes. The hole shall be
backfilled with fine soil in 150 mm layers and each layer shall be
hand-tamped around the anode. Care must be exercised not to strike the
anode or lead wire with the tamper. If immediate testing is to be
performed, water shall be added only after backfilling and tamping has
been completed to a point 150 mm above the anode. Approximately 8 L of
water may be poured into the hole. After the water has been absorbed by
the soil, backfilling and tamping may be completed to the top of the
hole. Anodes shall be installed as specified or shown. In the event a
rock strata is encountered prior to achieving specified augered-hole
depth, anodes may be installed horizontally to a depth at least as deep as
the bottom of the pipe, with the approval of the Contracting Officer.
3.3.3 Underground Pipeline
Anodes shall be installed at a minimum of 2.5 m and a maximum of 3 m from

the line to be protected.
3.3.4 Installation Details
Details shall conform to the requirements of this specification. Details

shown on the drawings are indicative of the general type of material
required, and are not intended to restrict selection to material of any
particular manufacturer.
3.3.5 Lead Wire Connections
3.3.5.1 Underground Pipeline (Metallic)
To facilitate periodic electrical measurements during the life of the

sacrificial anode system and to reduce the output current of the anodes,
if required, all anode lead wires shall be connected to a test station and
buried a minimum of 610 mm in depth. The cable shall be No. 10 AWG,
stranded copper, polyethylene or RHW-USE insulated cable. The cable shall
make contact with the structure only through a test station. Resistance
wire shall be installed between the cable and the pipe cable, in the test
station, to reduce the current output, if required. Anode connections,
except in the test station, shall be made with exothermic welding process,
and shall be insulated by means of at least three (3) layers of electrical
tape; and all lead wire connections shall be installed in a moistureproof
splice mold kit and filled with epoxy resin. Lead wire-to-structure
connections shall be accomplished by an exothermic welding process. All
welds shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. A
backfill shield filled with a pipeline mastic sealant or material
compatible with the coating shall be placed over the weld connection and
shall be of such diameter as to cover the exposed metal adequately.
3.3.5.2 Resistance Wire Splices
Resistance wire connections shall be accomplished with silver solder and

the solder joints wrapped with a minimum of three (3) layers of
pressure-sensitive tape. Lead wire connections shall be installed in a
moistureproof splice mold kit and filled with epoxy resin.
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3.3.6 Location of Test Stations
Test stations shall be of the type and location shown and shall be curb box
or post mounted. Provide buried insulating joints with test wire
connections brought to a test station. Reference all test stations with
GPS coordinates. Unless otherwise shown, locate other test stations as
follows:
a. At 300 m intervals or less.
b. Where the pipe or conduit crosses any other metal pipe.
c. At both ends of casings under roadways and railways.
d. Where both sides of an insulating joint are not accessible above

ground for testing purposes.
3.3.7 Underground Pipe Joint Bonds
Underground pipe having other than welded or threaded coupling joints

shall be made electrically continuous by means of a bonding connection
installed across the joint.
3.4 ELECTRICAL ISOLATION OF STRUCTURES
3.4.1 Isolation Joints and Fittings
Isolating fittings, including main line isolating flanges and couplings,

shall be installed aboveground, or within manholes, wherever possible.
Where isolating joints must be covered with soil, they shall be fitted
with a paper joint cover specifically manufactured for covering the
particular joint, and the space within the cover filled with hot coal-tar
enamel. Isolating fittings in lines entering buildings shall be located
at least 305 mm above grade of floor level, when possible. Isolating
joints shall be provided with grounding cells to protect against
over-voltage surges or approved surge protection devices. The cells shall
provide a low resistance across isolating joint without excessive loss of
cathodic current.
3.4.2 Gas Distribution Piping
Electrical isolation shall be provided at each building riser pipe to the

pressure regulator, at all points where a short to another structure or to
a foreign structure may occur, and at other locations as indicated on the
drawings.
3.5 TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS
Submit test reports in booklet form tabulating all field tests and
measurements performed, upon completion and testing of the installed
system and including close interval potential survey, casing and
interference tests, final system test verifying protection, insulated
joint and bond tests, and holiday coating test. Submit a certified test
report showing that the connecting method has passed a 120-day laboratory
test without failure at the place of connection, wherein the anode is
subjected to maximum recommended current output while immersed in a three
percent sodium chloride solution.
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3.5.1 Baseline Potentials
Each test and measurement will be witnessed by the Contracting Officer.

Notify the Contracting Officer a minimum of five (5) working days prior to
each test. After backfill of the pipe, the static potential-to-soil of
the pipe shall be measured. The locations of these measurements shall be
identical to the locations specified for pipe- to-reference electrode
potential measurements. The initial measurements shall be recorded.
3.5.2 Isolation Testing
Before the anode system is connected to the pipe, an isolation test shall
be made at each isolating joint or fitting. This test shall demonstrate
that no metallic contact, or short circuit exists between the two isolated
sections of the pipe. Any isolating fittings installed and found to be
defective shall be reported to the Contracting Officer.
3.5.2.1 Insulation Checker
A Model 601 insulation checker, as manufactured by "Gas Electronics", or

an approved equal, using the continuity check circuit, shall be used for
isolating joint (flange) electrical testing. Testing shall conform to the
manufacturer's operating instructions. Test shall be witnessed by the
Contracting Officer. An isolating joint that is good will read full scale
on the meter. If an isolating joint is shorted, the meter pointer will be
deflected or near zero on the meter scale. Location of the fault shall be
determined from the instructions, and the joint shall be repaired. If an
isolating joint is located inside a vault, the pipe shall be sleeved with
insulator when entering and leaving the vault.
3.5.2.2 Cathodic Protection Meter
A Model B3A2 cathodic protection meter, as manufactured by "M.C. Miller",

or an approved equal, using the continuity check circuit, shall be used
for isolating joint (flange) electrical testing. This test shall be
performed in addition to the Model 601 insulation checker. Continuity is
checked across the isolation joint after the test lead wire is shorted
together and the meter adjusted to scale. A full-scale deflection
indicates the system is shorted at some location. The Model 601 verifies
that the particular insulation under test is good and the Model B3A2
verifies that the system is isolated. If the system is shorted, further
testing shall be performed to isolate the location of the short.
3.5.3 Anode Output
As the anodes or groups of anodes are connected to the pipe, current

output shall be measured with an approved clamp-on milliammeter,
calibrated shunt with a suitable millivoltmeter or multimeter, or a low
resistance ammeter. (Of the three methods, the low-resistance ammeter is
the least desirable and most inaccurate. The clamp-on milliammeter is the
most accurate.) The values obtained and the date, time, and location
shall be recorded.
3.5.4 Reference Electrode Potential Measurements
Upon completion of the installation and with the entire cathodic

protection system in operation, electrode potential measurements shall be
made using a copper-copper sulphate reference electrode and a
potentiometer-voltmeter, or a direct-current voltmeter having an internal
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resistance (sensitivity) of not less than 10 megohms per volt and a full
scale of 10 volts. The locations of these measurements shall be identical
to the locations used for baseline potentials. The values obtained and
the date, time, and locations of measurements shall be recorded. No less
than eight (8) measurements shall be made over any length of line or
component. Additional measurements shall be made at each distribution
service riser, with the reference electrode placed directly over the
service line.
3.5.5 Location of Measurements
3.5.5.1 Piping or Conduit
For coated piping or conduit, measurements shall be taken from the

reference electrode located in contact with the earth, directly over the
pipe. Connection to the pipe shall be made at service risers, valves,
test leads, or by other means suitable for test purposes. Pipe-to-soil
potential measurements shall be made at intervals not exceeding 3 m. The
Contractor may use a continuous pipe-to-soil potential profile in lieu of
1.5 m interval pipe-to-soil potential measurements. Additional
measurements shall be made at each distribution service riser, with the
reference electrode placed directly over the service line adjacent to the
riser. Potentials shall be plotted versus distance to an approved scale.
Locations where potentials do not meet or exceed the criteria shall be
identified and reported to the Contracting Officer's representative.
3.5.5.2 Casing Tests
Before final acceptance of the installation, the electrical separation of

carrier pipe from casings shall be tested and any short circuits corrected.
3.5.5.3 Interference Testing
Before final acceptance of the installation, interference tests shall be

made with respect to any foreign pipes in cooperation with the owner of
the foreign pipes. A full report of the tests giving all details shall be
made. Stray current measurements shall be performed at all isolating
locations and at locations where the new pipeline crosses foreign metallic
pipes; results of stray current measurements shall also be submitted for
approval. The method of measurements and locations of measurements shall
be submitted for approval. As a minimum, stray current measurements shall
be performed at the following locations:
a. Connection point of new pipeline to existing pipeline.
b. Crossing points of new pipeline with existing lines.
3.5.5.4 Holiday Test
Any damage to the protective covering during transit and handling shall be
repaired before installation. After field-coating and wrapping has been
applied, the entire pipe shall be inspected by an electric holiday
detector with impressed current in accordance with NACE SP0188 using a
full-ring, spring-type coil electrode. The holiday detector shall be
equipped with a bell, buzzer, or other type of audible signal which sounds
when a holiday is detected. Holidays in the protective covering shall be
repaired upon detection. Occasional checks of holiday detector potential
will be made by the Contracting Officer to determine suitability of the
detector. Labor, materials, and equipment necessary for conducting the
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inspection shall be furnished by the Contractor. The coating system shall

be inspected for holes, voids, cracks, and other damage during
installation.
3.5.5.5 Recording Measurements
All pipe- to-soil potential measurements, including initial potentials

where required, shall be recorded. Locate, correct and report to the
Contracting Officer any short circuits to foreign pipes encountered during
checkout of the installed cathodic protection system. Pipe- to-soil
potential measurements shall be taken on as many pipes as necessary to
determine the extent of protection or to locate short-circuits.
3.6 TRAINING COURSE
Conduct a training course for the operating staff as designated by the

Contracting Officer. The training period shall consist of a total of 8
hours of normal working time and shall start after the system is
functionally completed but prior to final acceptance tests. Submit the
proposed Training Course Curriculum (including topics and dates of
discussion) indicating that all of the items contained in the operating
and maintenance instructions, as well as demonstrations of routine
maintenance operations, including testing procedures included in the
maintenance instructions, are to be covered. The field instructions shall
cover all of the items contained in the operating and maintenance
instructions, as well as demonstrations of routine maintenance operations,
including testing procedures included in the maintenance instructions. At
least 14 days prior to date of proposed conduction of the training course,
the training course curriculum shall be submitted for approval, along with
the proposed training date. Training shall consist of demonstration of
test equipment, providing forms for test data and the tolerances which
indicate that the system works.
3.7 SYSTEM TESTING
Submit a report including potential measurements taken at adequately-close

intervals to establish that minus 850 millivolts potential, "instant-off"
potential, is provided, and that the cathodic protection is not providing
interference to other foreign pipes causing damage to paint or pipes. The
report shall provide a narrative describing how the criteria of protection
is achieved without damaging other pipe or structures in the area.
3.8 SEEDING
Seeding shall be done as directed, in all unsurfaced locations disturbed

by this construction. In areas where grass cover exists, it is possible
that sod can be carefully removed, watered, and stored during construction
operations, and replaced after the operations are completed since it is
estimated that no section of pipeline should remain uncovered for more
than two (2) days. The use of sod in lieu of seeding shall require
approval by the Contracting Officer.
3.9 CLEANUP
The Contractor is responsible for cleanup of the construction site. All

paper bags, wire clippings, etc., shall be disposed of as directed. Paper
bags, wire clippings and other waste shall not be put in bell holes or
anodes excavation.
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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM (SACRIFICIAL ANODE)

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

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2.3.3 Test Boxes and Junctions Boxes

3.1 CRITERIA OF PROTECTION

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3.6 TRAINING COURSE

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CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM (SACRIFICIAL ANODE)

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM B418 (2016) Standard Specification for Cast and

ASTM B843 (2013) Standard Specification for

ASTM D1248 (2012) Standard Specification for

NACE INTERNATIONAL (NACE)

NACE RP0193 (2001) External Cathodic Protection of

NACE SP0169 (2015) Control of External Corrosion on

NACE SP0177 (2014) Mitigation of Alternating Current

NACE SP0188 (1999; R 2006) Discontinuity (Holiday)

NACE SP0285 (2011) External Corrosion Control of

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)

NEMA TC 2 (2013) Standard for Electrical Polyvinyl

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 70 (2017; ERTA 1-2 2017; TIA 17-1; TIA 17-2)

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U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

49 CFR 192 Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by

49 CFR 195 Transportation of Hazardous Liquids by

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 510 (2017) UL Standard for Safety Polyvinyl

UL 514A (2013) Metallic Outlet Boxes

UL 6 (2007; Reprint Nov 2014) Electrical Rigid

KOREAN INDUSTRIAL STANDARD (KS)

KS C 8401 (2016) Rigid Steel Conduits

KS C 8431 (2014) Rigid Unplasticized Polyvinyl

KS C 8458 (2012) Box and Box Cover for Rigid Metal

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

SD-02 Shop Drawings

SD-03 Product Data

SD-06 Test Reports

Tests and Measurements; G

Cathodic Protection System

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SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Cathodic Protection System; G

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.3.1 Services of "Corrosion Expert"

Obtain the services of a "corrosion expert" to supervise, inspect, and

a. Such a person must be accredited or certified by the National

b. The "corrosion expert" shall make at least 3 visits to the project

c. Submit evidence of qualifications of the "corrosion expert" including

1.3.3 Anode and Bond Wires

A minimum of 5 magnesium anodes with an unpackaged weight of 7.7 kg shall

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1.3.4 Surge Protection