Magnesium Anodes
Requirements For Chemical Composition Limits
MAGNESIUM STANDARD
Al 5.3 - 6.70 %
Zn 2.5 – 3.50 %
Mn 0.15 - 0.70 %
Cu 0.08 % max
Si 0.03 % max
Fe 0.005 % max
Ni 0.003 % max
Mg Remainder
Open circuit potential
( VS Cu / CuSo ref. cell ) -1.55 volt
Nominal Electrochemical capacity 1100 Amp.hr / kg
in seawater
Efficiency 50 %