What is BS EN 17243 about?
BS EN 17243 specifies the requirements and recommendations for cathodic protection systems applied to the internal surfaces of metallic tanks, structures, equipment and piping containing natural or treated seawater or brackish waters to provide efficient protection from corrosion.
Note: BS EN 17243 does not cover cathodic protection inside freshwater systems.
Who is BS EN 17243 for?
BS EN 17243 on cathodic protection for tanks and components is applicable to:
- Seawater filtration and desalination plants
- Manufacturers of metallic tanks and components for industrial use
- Suppliers and importers of metallic tanks and components for industrial use
Why should you use BS EN 17243?
Metallic structures containing seawater or brackish waters are exposed to the risk of corrosion. Cathodic protection (CP) is usually used to ensure corrosion control during the structure design life.
BS EN 17243 provides you with information on the criteria of various metals and alloys used in cathodic protection. BS EN 17243 provides you with the design parameters for the cathodic protection system. BS EN 17243 helps you to perform the two cathodic protection methods, galvanic anode system, and impressed current system by providing you with a detailed account of their procedures. BS EN 17243 also provides commissioning, operation and maintenance requirements for cathodic protection systems. This allows you to increase the corrosion resistance of metallic structures against seawater.
