All Articles Corrosion PreventionCathodic Protection Video: When to Use Impressed Current Cathodic Protection By Corrosionpedia Staff Published: March 19, 2020 | Last updated: July 19, 2024 Key Takeaways Impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) is necessary when stray electrical currents threaten to corrode metal equipment. Source: CorrConnect Sometimes galvanic cathodic protection isn’t enough, such as when stray electrical currents from nearby power sources cause a structure (e.g., a pipeline) to corrode. Impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) is an appropriate solution in these situations. This educational video from CorrConnect covers how impressed current cathodic protection succeeds where other methods fall short. Check it out! Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Related Terms Stray Current Stray Current Corrosion Cathodic Protection Cathodic Method Cathodic Protection Shielding Impressed Current Zinc Plating X-Ray Inspection Working Electrode Radiographic Inspection Share This Article Advertisement Written by Corrosionpedia Staff Corrosionpedia aims to provide the first steps in the research journey for asset integrity professionals the world over.Working with our team of internal writers, contractors and third-party experts, we source world leading educational content on the subject of preserving the long-term integrity of the world's infrastructure and assets. We designed our proprietary platform to fit the needs of the industry, and build the in-demand tools to help connect industry professionals to the solutions and solutions providers they need. Read Corrosionpedia Staff's bio Tags Electrochemical Property Equipment Pipeline and Underground Systems Prevention Corrosion Prevention Cathodic Protection Related Articles Corrosion Prevention Quality Control: Protect Your Pipelines with Active Corrosion Protection Pipeline The Dangers of Pipeline Flange Corrosion and What to Do About It Corrosion Prevention Hybrid Corrosion Protection Systems for Prestressed Concrete Bridges Corrosion Prevention Removing Underground Earthing to Prevent Cathodic Pipeline Corrosion Don't miss the latest corrosion content from Corrosionpedia! Subscribe to our newsletter to get expert advice and top insights on corrosion science, mitigation and prevention. We create world-leading educational content about corrosion and how to preserve the integrity of the world’s infrastructure and assets. Email Address This field is hidden when viewing the formUntitledEmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Advertisement Latest Articles Non-Destructive Testing for Corrosion Monitoring By: Della Anggabrata Self-Healing Coatings for Superior Oil Pipeline Protection By: Faysal Fayez Eliyan, PhD | Assistant Professor What Experts Say About Brittle Cleavage Fractures By: Shivananda Prabhu Hydrogen Sulfide: The Bane of Pipelines By: Steven Bradley | Principal Consultant, Bradley Consulting Services Advertisement Advertisement