LIDA Crimp
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Anode To Cable Sealing
At Each End
Both ends of the tubular anode are sealed over the insulated cable by
applying 50 tons of hydraulic pressure. This crimping process eliminates the
need for mastic or resin sealants. |
Anode to cable electrical
connection at center
Electrical connection between the tubular anode and the power cable wire
is achieved by sliding the tube onto the cable and crimping a section of the
tube at mid-length around a stripped portion of the cable.
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Many impressed current anodes are connected to the cable with resin-based
seals which may develop cracks or lose adhesion to the cable or anode.
Moisture penetration also may occur, resulting in loss of electrical
contact.
ELTECH LIDA® anodes are connected with a special crimping
process which improves the life of the tubular anode system.
On the surface, the crimp on the ends and in the middle appear the same.
Yet they serve different purposes and are made differently. The center crimp
makes electrical contact with the cable while the end crimps form a
moisture-resistant seal.
