C Series - Concrete Reference Electrodes

Product Selection Guide

The model identification used for EDI products consists of three groups, eg: CB-AGG-LW. The first group defines the basic product while the second and third groups define the various options associated with that product. This selection guide briefly describes products within the EDI C Series. For further information, see the individual data sheets.

C Series products are designed for use in reinforced concrete and include references with Ag/AgCl elements, graphite, rebar or MMO probes, and potential wells. EDI also designs and builds custom products for concrete applications to fulfill special requirements.

CB Permanent Embedded Reference:  This Ag/AgCl reference is designed specifically for use in reinforced concrete. It is encased in a bag containing a compliant backfill to ensure good bonding to the structure and features shielded cable lead wires to eliminate electronic interference.
CM Marine Concrete Reference  This new Ag/AgCl reference electrode has been optimized for use in concrete saturated with seawater. It offers the long term stability of our Model CB at a price comparable to graphite probes. Applications include all marine concrete structures including seawalls, pilings and docks
Graphite Probes:  These are used for making relative potential readings.

MMO Probes are also used for relative potential readings.

Rebar Probes:  are used for corrosion rate monitoring by the linear polarization resistance technique. The rebar probe is the working electrode while the rebar net serves as the counter electrode. They are frequently used to monitor reinforced concrete with inhibitors and sealers.
 
CW Potential Wells: These devices allow accurate reproducible potential readings to be made with portable reference electrodes by eliminating the errors normally associated with surface readings. They also permit readings to be made through surfaces covered with membranes or sealers. Potential wells are available in two styles: Short which are used for measurements directly beneath the well and Long which have extensions and are used for measurements at a remote location.
Custom Concrete Products CX Custom Products:  The CX model designation is used for special or unusual customer requirements.