A.G.O. manufactures plastic porous pots designed for use in self potential (SP) and induced polarization (IP) surveys.
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Applications Include:
- Gold
- Silver
- Disseminated sulfides
- Base metals
- Sink holes
- Groundwater investigation
Features:
- Lexan® plastic construction
- Extremely durable (unlike ceramic porous pots)
- See the fluid level (unlike ABS porous pots)
- 4" L x 2 " Dia (nominal)
- Replaceable bottom made from Hardibacker™ or equivalent
Tips:
- Clean copper tube with sandpaper before activating with Copper Sulphate solution
- A light coating of mud on the bottom gives good response in dry conditions
- Do not freeze porous pot with solution inside
- Empty and clean porous pot before shipping
Bottom Replacement:
- If the bottom becomes damaged, remove and clean insert groove
- Using a file, taper replacement bottom edge
- Apply RTV silicone to groove, then press down on a flat surface until the bottom is located flush with the bottom of the Lexan® plastic housing
- Let stand overnight allowing the RTV to set
- Recommended RTV - Dow #3140RTV


