MATCOR Iron Gopher® Impressed Current Linear Anode for HDD Applications

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This video shows an above ground storage tank cathodic protection system retrofit using MATCOR’s proprietary Iron Gopher Linear Anode featuring Kynex connection technology. The Iron Gopher is the only impressed current linear anode designed specifically for cathodic protection in horizontal directional drilling applications.
MATCOR’s revolutionary, patented Kynex connection technology is 100% waterproof, significantly improves reliability and eliminates the risk of anode to cable failure.
Impressed current linear anodes are used in a wide range of applications including cross-country pipelines, congested industrial environments and under above ground storage tanks. For most soil applications, a standard coke filled fabric tube package is used.
When trenching is not feasible and horizontal directional drilling is used to install linear anodes in environmentally sensitive or congested areas, a more durable product is needed to minimize surface impact. The Iron Gopher with Kynex technology. Designed and manufactured in the USA with the mechanical strength required for horizontal installation.
As the world’s leading impressed current linear anode manufacturer, MATCOR has developed the strongest, most effective anode with greater pulling strength. Perfect for situations like this installation in West Texas where the anode is subject to stress in a horizontally bored hole.
Here you are watching a tank cathodic protection retrofit where multiple runs of Iron Gopher linear anodes are installed under the tank for protection from corrosion.
The tank is approximately 150 feet in diameter with a bare steel bottom plate resting on a base of sand. This installation, using the Iron Gopher with Kynex technology, will yield an operating life in excess of 50 years.
The Iron Gopher is factory assembled and ready to install. It comes standard with a strong stainless steel outer braiding and an integral aircraft grade pulling cable to relieve the anode cable of pulling forces experienced during a horizontal installation.
Normally, the pulling strength of the assembly is limited to the pulling strength of the anode cable. Not so for the Iron Gopher. MATCOR’s proprietary design can withstand significantly higher pulling stress than conventional linear anodes. Plus, the pulling assembly can easily attach to the drilling rig for pull back into the hole upon completion of the horizontal bore.
While the Iron Gopher is designed for superior pull strength it is important to note that any anode can be pulled too hard resulting in damage. For complete details and safety information please refer to MATCOR’s installation guidelines.
The Iron Gopher featuring patented Kynex technology-Exceptional performance for horizontal directional drilling cathodic protection applications.

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