Bearon Aquatics: Sacrificial Anode

Protect your Ice Eater from Electrolysis Aluminum Alloy Anodes are a sacrificial metal with one purpose; to prevent and deter corrosion of underwater metals in the Ice Eater and other off-brand de-icers.Inspect the Aluminum Anode periodically (at least every 2-3 months) for deterioration and/or corrosion.You must replace the Aluminum Anodes when it has been reduced to half of the original size (original size – 1.5″ Diamater x 1.25″ Tall).Failure to operate the Ice Eater with the anode could result in deterioration and contamination of the Ice Eater metals and may void your warranty.    Aluminum is Better than Zinc  Aluminum Anodes are the best choice of sacrificial anodes for all water types. Proven to last longer than Zinc Anodes due to increased capacity. Zinc Anodes, when in fresh or brackish water, are prone to developing a calcareous coating. This layer of calcium carbonate appears whitish and essentially puts a zinc anode to sleep. Many watermen mistakenly perceive these especia