Cathodic Protection Rectifiers, "W" Series for Water Tanks, Air Cooled by Universal Rectifier

Low Cost, Lightweight, Low DC Output for Underground Storage Tanks & Similar Applications. Up to 200 Watts & 10 Amps.
Desctiption


"IR Free" Potential Water Tank Standard Potential Water Tank


  
Farwest “W” series auto-potential controlled cathodic protection rectifiers,
manufactured by Universal Rectifiers, Inc., are specifically designed for the Water Tank Industry. Proven, dependable solid state control boards maintain strict “Standard On” or “I.R.Free” potentials. Easy-to-read, bright LED digital meters provide accurate readings of volts, amps and potentials. These compact, light-weight rectifiers can easily be mounted on tank walls or posts by one person.

Internal View

Standard Rectifier Features

  • NEMA 4X, Diamond Shield, CSA-Approved enclosure.
  • “Solarguard” double UV protection.
  • Stainless steel hinge and latches.
  • All major components mounted on an aluminum chassis with Universal’s unique cooling design.
  • Non-conductive shock resistant front panel for safety
  • All circuit breakers - no fuses
  • Universal’s proven solid state potential control circuit with built-in voltage and current control modes.
  • Fully protected input and output circuits with fast-acting resettable circuit breakers (no fuses).
  • Separate Digital LED meters for volts, amps and potential with current readings down to 10 mA.
  • All readings can be verified from front panel.
  • Accessible front panel Total precision shunt.
  • Hinged front panel for easy access to components.
  • Multiple reference cell operation with built in reference cell failure shut down.
  • Automatic or Manual operation.
  • Versatile mounting for post, rack or wall
  • Most models weighing less than 35 pounds.
  • Wide range of output ratings available.

 

  
Water tank monitor with Red & Green status lights.
 
Optional Rectifier Features
  • Standard Potential or IR Drop Free Potential.
  • Potential Monitor with Red & Green Lights.
  • AC & DC Lighting Protection.
  • Riser Circuit with 50 Watt, 22 Ohm Rheostat, Shunt & Breaker.

Typical Cabinet Dimensions



Air Cooled Rectifier Ordering Guide

Configure an 8-position model number like WPAI 12-5 G
Positions from left to right are as follows:



Position #1: Model

W = Watertank

Position #2: Output Control Type

P = STD Potential
I  = IR Free Potential

Position #3: Cooling

A = Air Cooled

Position #4: Stack Type

I = Silicon

Position #5: DC Output Voltage

Choose from the following standard ratings: 
12V, 5A ● 12V, 10A ● 12V, 5A ● 20V, 10A ● 30V, 5A ● 20V, 8A ● 40V, 5A

Position #6: DC Output Current

Choose from the following standard ratings: 
12V, 5A ● 12V, 10A ● 20V, 5A ● 20V, 10A ● 30V, 5A ● 20V, 8A ● 40V, 5A

Position #7: Special Features

G = 115 Vac, single-phase, 60 Hz
C = AC & DC Lightning Arrestors
K = Potential Monitor (red & green status lights)
S = Riser Circuit with 50 Watt, 22 Ohm Rheostat, Shunt & Breaker.