Aluminum Sacrificial Anodes

Custom cast aluminum anodes manufactured for hulls, tanks, offshore structures, jetties and subsea pipelines, with traceable production and project-ready inspection documents.

Start with a drawing or photo, quantity and destination. Send attachments by WhatsApp or email to sales@cathprocp.com.

DNV-RP-B401 ISO 15589-2 AMPP / NACE SP0176 Custom Manufacturing
Applications

Designed for marine, offshore and pipeline CP environments.

We support project buyers, EPC contractors, shipyards, offshore fabricators and cathodic protection contractors with application-specific aluminum anode production.

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Ship Hulls

Cast aluminum hull anodes for vessel protection, repair docking and newbuilding projects.

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Ballast Tanks & Water Tanks

Anodes for tank internal protection where seawater or conductive water exposure is expected.

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Offshore Platforms

Stand-off and structural anode solutions for offshore steel structures and marine exposure zones.

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Subsea Pipelines

Aluminum bracelet and custom mounted anodes for subsea pipeline cathodic protection systems.

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Jetties & Marine Structures

Protection for piles, wharfs, jetties, seawalls and other coastal steel infrastructure.

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Custom CP Projects

Project-specific anodes made for drawings, installation methods and inspection document requirements.

Product Types

Custom cast aluminum anodes for different mounting conditions.

Available with cast-in steel cores, straps, brackets, inserts or customized mounting designs according to drawings.

Rectangular aluminum tank anodes with cast-in mounting plates
Custom cast forms Block, rectangular and compact anode shapes can be produced according to project drawings.
Curved aluminum hull anodes for marine applications
Hull and marine structures Curved and low-profile forms for hulls, tanks and exposed steel structures.
Custom aluminum anode with integrated mounting design
Mounted designs Steel cores, straps, brackets and inserts can be matched to installation drawings.
Palletized aluminum sacrificial anodes ready for project supply
Project supply Orders can be packed and documented for overseas procurement and inspection workflows.

Aluminum Hull Anodes

For vessel hull protection and marine maintenance supply.

Aluminum Tank Anodes

For ballast tanks, water tanks and tank internal cathodic protection.

Offshore Stand-off Anodes

For offshore structures requiring stand-off mounting and project documentation.

Aluminum Bracelet Anodes

For subsea pipelines and cylindrical structures requiring custom fit-up.

Weld-on Aluminum Anodes

For steel structures where welded installation is specified by the project.

Bolt-on Aluminum Anodes

For applications requiring removable or bolted mounting arrangements.

Custom Aluminum Anodes

Made according to buyer drawings, net weight, core design and packing requirements.

International Standards

Manufactured for international cathodic protection projects.

We manufacture aluminum sacrificial anodes according to international cathodic protection project requirements. Chemical composition, electrochemical performance, dimensions, weight and steel core details can be inspected and documented before shipment.

DNV-RP-B401 Marine CP design reference
ISO 15589-2 Offshore pipeline CP
AMPP / NACE SP0176 Submerged steel systems
MIL-DTL-24779 Marine anode reference
GB/T 4948-2025 Aluminum alloy sacrificial anodes
Project-specific specifications Buyer drawings and ITP
Alloy & Test Data

Chemical Composition & Electrochemical Performance

Al-Zn-In aluminum anode alloys for marine, offshore and subsea projects. The published datasheet specifies a capacity reference of at least 2,500 Ah/kg under its stated test conditions. Higher project requirements, including 2,700 Ah/kg, must be reviewed with the test method, sampling plan and acceptance criteria before order confirmation.

≥2,500 Ah/kg capacity reference in datasheet CP-DS-AL-001 Rev. A. Project acceptance follows the agreed test conditions.
Agreed Sampling Finished-anode sampling and test frequency are defined in the project specification and inspection plan.
Body Sampling Finished-anode body sampling is supported for customer inspection, third-party testing and project acceptance.
Recommended Alloy System

Main Recommended Alloy: Al-Zn-In

Al-Zn-In aluminum alloy is our recommended alloy system for marine, offshore and subsea cathodic protection applications. It is designed for stable activation, high current capacity and uniform consumption in seawater. Performance requirements are confirmed against the project specification.

  • Suitable for seawater cathodic protection
  • Stable closed circuit potential
  • Current capacity specified with the agreed test method
  • Uniform anode consumption
  • Low impurity control
  • Finished-anode body sampling supported
  • Third-party testing available upon request

Available Aluminum Anode Alloy Systems

Al-Zn-In Alloy

Main alloy system for marine, offshore and subsea cathodic protection applications. Recommended for most international CP projects.

Al-Zn-In-Sn Alloy

Tin-activated aluminum anode alloy system. Available according to project specifications, owner requirements or Chinese standard requirements.

Al-Zn-In-Si Alloy

Silicon-containing Al-Zn-In alloy system, available for specific project requirements where this alloy system is specified.

Modified Al-Zn-In Alloy

Customized alloy system with controlled additions such as Mg, Ti or Sn, depending on required electrochemical performance, owner specification and third-party approval.

Project-Specific Alloy

Chemical composition can be adjusted according to DNV-RP-B401, ISO project requirements, GB/T 4948-2025, owner specifications, drawings or approved technical datasheets.

Our standard recommendation for international marine and offshore projects is Al-Zn-In alloy. Other alloy systems are available upon request and shall be confirmed by the agreed project specification, drawing or approved datasheet.

Typical Chemical Composition

Typical Chemical Composition for Al-Zn-In Aluminum Anodes

Element Typical Range / Limit Function / Control Purpose
AlBalanceBase metal
Zn2.5 - 5.75%Main activating alloying element
In0.015 - 0.040%Activation and stable anode performance
Si≤ 0.12%Controlled impurity
Fe≤ 0.09%Strictly controlled impurity
Cu≤ 0.003%Strictly controlled impurity
Cd≤ 0.002%Restricted impurity
OthersAccording to project specificationControlled based on customer requirements

The above range is a typical reference for Al-Zn-In aluminum sacrificial anodes used in marine and offshore cathodic protection applications. Final chemical composition shall be confirmed according to the agreed standard, project specification, owner requirement or approved datasheet.

Heat-traceable chemical analysis and sampling frequency are included in the agreed inspection and test plan.

Electrochemical Performance

Typical Electrochemical Performance

Property Typical Value / Requirement Remarks
Alloy TypeAl-Zn-InAluminum sacrificial anode alloy for seawater applications
Closed Circuit Potentialapprox. -1.05 V to -1.10 V vs Ag/AgCl/seawaterDepending on test method, temperature and seawater conditions
Current Capacity≥ 2,500 Ah/kg datasheet referenceCP-DS-AL-001 Rev. A, stated test basis. Requirements such as ≥ 2,700 Ah/kg need project-specific review and agreement.
Current EfficiencyHigh efficiency performanceVerified by electrochemical testing
Consumption BehaviorUniform consumptionDesigned for stable cathodic protection current output
Test MethodDNV-RP-B401 / NACE TM0190 / project-specific procedureAvailable according to project requirements
Body SamplingSupported from finished anodesSampling plan can be agreed before production for customer or third-party inspection
Test ReportAvailable upon requestChemical and electrochemical reports can be supplied before shipment

Capacity values apply to the specified test method and conditions; they are not a universal field-performance guarantee. See datasheet CP-DS-AL-001 Rev. A. Final acceptance follows the agreed project specification, sampling plan and order-linked test report.

Stable Driving Voltage

Designed to provide stable cathodic protection current output in seawater environments.

Specified Current Capacity

Capacity, test duration, electrolyte and sampling frequency are agreed before production. Share any higher-capacity requirement for technical review.

Controlled Impurities

Fe, Cu and Si are strictly controlled to reduce the risk of poor activation, unstable consumption or reduced current efficiency.

Uniform Consumption

Proper alloy control and casting quality help achieve uniform anode dissolution and reliable long-term protection.

Testing & Documentation

Testing & Documentation Available

The inspection documents, test frequency and third-party scope are agreed for the order to support client review and acceptance before shipment.

Chemical Composition Report
Electrochemical Performance Test Report
Heat Number Traceability
Finished-anode Body Sampling Support
Material Test Certificate
Dimensional Inspection Report
Weight Inspection Report
Inspection and Test Plan
Third-party Test Report by DNV, BV, SGS, ABS or other agencies upon request

Material Approval & Project Acceptance

HYAL Al-Zn-In material is covered by DNV Type Approval TAS0000505, issued 19 September 2025 and valid through 18 September 2030, subject to its conditions. This material approval does not approve every finished-anode design or a complete CP system. Review the certificate and test-record scope.

Order acceptance follows the agreed specification, test method, sampling plan and inspection documents. Request the controlled certificate or test report relevant to your project.

Quality Control

Traceable production control from raw material to shipment.

Each order can be organized with inspection steps and records according to project requirements and agreed ITP.

Quality inspection of finished aluminum sacrificial anodes with body sampling support
Production Visibility

Manufacturing records and inspection documents prepared around the project requirement.

From furnace batch records to dimensional checks, the supply process can be documented for buyers, EPC teams, shipyards and third-party inspectors.

Raw Material Inspection

Incoming materials are checked before production release.

Furnace Batch Control

Production batch information is recorded for traceability.

Chemical Composition Testing

Alloy composition can be tested and documented.

Casting & Steel Core Position Control

Core position and casting quality are checked during production.

Dimensional and Weight Inspection

Dimensions and weight are inspected against drawings and PO requirements.

Electrochemical Performance Testing

Performance tests can be arranged according to project requirements.

Packing and Shipping Inspection

Export packing and shipping marks are checked before dispatch.

Traceable Documentation

Inspection records and certificates can be prepared for project approval.

Available Documents

Inspection documents for procurement and project handover.

Document scope can be matched to the purchase order, project specification and third-party inspection plan.

  • Material Test Certificate (MTC)
  • Chemical Composition Report
  • Electrochemical Performance Test Report
  • Dimensional Inspection Report
  • Weight Inspection Report
  • Inspection and Test Plan (ITP)
  • Packing List
  • Certificate of Origin
  • Third-party inspection by DNV, BV, SGS, ABS or other agencies upon request
Why Choose Us

Practical manufacturing support for overseas CP projects.

CathPro supplies custom sacrificial anodes with flexible documentation support for marine, offshore and pipeline projects.

  • Custom manufacturing according to drawings
  • Experience in sacrificial anode production
  • Traceable batch control
  • Strict impurity control
  • Export packing available
  • Flexible support for project documentation
  • Suitable for marine, offshore and pipeline CP projects
Direct contact

Send Us Your Anode Requirements

Send a drawing, photo or short description by WhatsApp or email. Include quantity, destination and inspection requirements if known.

Email: sales@cathprocp.com

Company: Jiaozuo Huayu Magnesium Co., Ltd.

Location: Jiaozuo, Henan, China

Export support: English documentation, export packing and third-party inspection coordination available.

WhatsApp or email

Send the information you have.

No website form is needed. Send a drawing, photo or short message directly to our sales team.

  • Product type, drawing or dimensions
  • Quantity and destination
  • Required standard and inspection documents, if known

Attach drawings or photos in your email or WhatsApp message. Missing technical details can be clarified in the conversation.

Frequently Asked Questions — Aluminum Anodes

What alloy and current capacity do CathPro aluminum anodes use?

Al-Zn-In alloy. Published datasheet CP-DS-AL-001 Rev. A gives a capacity reference of at least 2,500 Ah/kg under its stated test basis. Higher requirements must be agreed with the project test method and acceptance criteria. DNV approval TAS0000505 covers HYAL material within its stated scope.

Where are aluminum sacrificial anodes used?

Ship hulls, ballast tanks, offshore platforms, jetties and harbor structures, and subsea pipelines and equipment — marine environments where long life at low weight matters.

Can aluminum anodes be cast to a custom drawing?

Yes. Anodes are routinely cast to the customer drawing, including insert type, core and lug configuration. Body sampling from the cast anode is supported for independent verification.

How is anode quality verified before shipment?

Chemical analysis, dimensional checks and electrochemical test frequency follow the agreed inspection and test plan. COA, MTC, certificate of origin and third-party inspection are supplied within the confirmed order scope; they are not all automatically included in every quotation.

How do I get an aluminum anode quotation quickly?

Send a brief requirement by WhatsApp or email drawings to sales@cathprocp.com. Quantity, destination and inspection scope help us prepare the quotation. We confirm pricing and timing after reviewing the available specifications.