Concrete Preservation MN15 Reference Electrode
A common method of assessing the corrosion state of reinforcing steel is to
measure the steel potential using a reference electrode.
CPT manufacture a reference electrode, MN15, which is buried in a small hole
formed in the concrete surface. This can then be used to measure the steel
potential either manually, using a high impedance voltmeter, using a datalogger
or remotely using a cellular phone link.
The MN15 reference electrode offers significant advantages versus
conventional electrodes as it is based on a manganese oxide composition:
- High surface area prevents loss of contact with host concrete
- Chloride free - no release of aggressive salts
- Excellent polarisation characteristics - stable potential when current is drawn
- Compact unit facilitates simple installation
Our monitoring systems offer a customizable choice of automated or manual datalogging units, fully remote monitoring units that offer access from remote locations, solar or conventionally powered units. All CPT's monitoring systems are tailor made to meet the clients’ precise requirements.