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CerAnode Cable Specification

Kynar/HMWPE
CATHODIC PROTECTION CABLE
STRANDED
COPPER
CONDUCTOR

PVDF
(KYNAR)
(POLYVINYLIDINE FLUORIDE)
HMWPE
(HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT POLYETHYLENE)

Kynar/HMWPE is a recommended anode lead wire cable choice for chloride and other
harsh environments. Kynar is the trade name for polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF). Since
the electrochemical reaction at the anode in the presence of chlorides results in free
chlorine gas generation causing rapid deterioration of most cable insulation,
Kynar/HMWPE cable is preferred for use in harsh corrosive environments such as
deep anode beds and other environments where chlorides and other harsh chemicals
are present. It is also a good choice for oil environments and applications operating at
elevated temperatures up to 110C (230F). It is the Kynar insulation that provides
resistance to these environments. The HMWPE jacket is designed to provide
mechanical protection for the Kynar during installation. The HMWPE jacket is not
expected to survive these environments over extended periods.

Sizes Available
AWG
Size
(mm2)
#8 (8.37)
#8 (8.37)
#6 (13.3)
#6 (13.3)
#4 (21.2)
#4 (21.2)
#2 (33.6)
#2 (33.6)

COPPER
CONDUCTOR
Size
(Inches)
0.146
0.146
0.184
0.184
0.232
0.232
0.292
0.292

PVDF
Wall
(Inches)

HMWPE
Jacket
(Inches)

Cable
OD
(Inches)

0.020
0.040
0.020
0.040
0.020
0.040
0.020
0.040

0.065
0.065
0.065
0.065
0.065
0.065
0.065
0.065

0.316
0.356
0.354
0.394
0.402
0.442
0.466
0.466

Maximum
Breaking
Strength
(Pounds)
525
832
1320
1320
1670
1670
2110
2110

Approx.
Wt./Ft
(Pounds)
0.083
0.093
0.120
0.140
0.175
0.200
0.265
0.295

Maximum
DC Res. @
20 C
(Ohms/Ft)
0.000640
0.000640
0.000403
0.000403
0.000254
0.000254
0.000159
0.000159

Max. DC
Current in
Air & Water
(Amps)
45
45
65
65
85
85
115
115

Kynar is a Elf Atochem North America, Inc. Registered Trademark.

MAR14