Hydrocoat® ECO Ablative Antifouling Paints
Hydrocoat Eco is a copper-free, water-based ablative paint that combines metal-free biocide Econea with a slime-fighting agent for multi-season protection against all types of marine fouling organisms.
With co-polymer ablative technology, Hydrocoat Eco wears away in a controlled fashion—which eliminates paint build-up over successive haulouts and reduces the need for sanding when the time comes to repaint.
Compared to solvent-based antifouling paints, the water-based formula of Hydrocoat Eco is easier on the environment and on the person who applies it. This fact alone makes Hydrocoat Eco a great choice for applicators who are repelled by the strong solvent smell of other antifouling paints.
Because Hydrocoat Eco does not contain copper, it is also a viable choice for boats that are kept in the water in harbors where copper-based antifouling paints are not permitted.
Key Features
- Water based, copper free, self-polishing ablative antifouling paint
- Dual-biocides provide multi-season protection in all conditions
- Uses the power of organic Econea for better protection and a greener earth
- Co-polymer ablative technology eliminates sanding and paint build up
- Easy application and cleanup with soap and water.
- Will not lose effectiveness when removed from the water
Physical Data
- Vehicle type: Water-based emulsion
- Finish: Flat
- Available colors: Blue, Green, Red, Black,
- Components: 1
- Curing mechanism: Solvent Release
- Solids by weight: (Theoretical): 73 +/- 2%
- Solids by volume: (Theoretical): 40 +/- 2%
- Coverage: 430sq.ft. /gal.
- VOC: 150 grams/liter (Max)
- Active ingredients: Econea (Tralopyril) 6.0%; Zinc Pyrithione 4.8%
- Flash point: None
Application
- Application Method: Brush, roller, airless, or conventional spray
- Number of coats recommended: Two (minimum) with additional coat at waterline recommended.
- Dry Film Thickness: 1.4 mils (4.0 wet mils)
- Applicator: High-quality short nap roller (maximum 3/16” nap)
- Application temperature Min. /Max. Range: 50° F. Min/90°F. Max.
- Thinner: Water
Drying Times:
| Drying | @50°F | @70°F | @90°F |
|---|---|---|---|
| To touch | 1 hr. | 1/2 hr. | 1/4 hr. |
| To recoat | 6 hr. | 3 hr. | 1 1/2 hr. |
| To launch | 48 hr. | 16 hr. | 12 hr. |
*The above dry times are minimums. May be recorded after the minimum time shown. There is no maximum dry time before launching.
Get the right amount of paint:
| Boat Type | Bottom Paint |
|---|---|
| 10' Dinghy | 1 qt. |
| 14' Outboard | 1-2 qt. |
| 18' Runabout | 2 qt. |
| 20' Sailboat | 3 qt. |
| 24' Runabout | 3-4 qt. |
| 30' Sailboat | 1.5 gal. |
| 32' Cruiser | 1.5-2 gal. |
| 36' Auxiliary | 2 gal. |
| 40' Cruiser | 2.5 gal. |
| 45' Sailboat | 3-3.5 gal |
| 50' Sportfisher | 4+ gal. |
To view available colors and for detailed application instructions, see the Hydrocoat Eco Data Sheet. NOTE: Antifouling paint formulas can change over time. The linked data sheet is believed to be accurate at the time of publication.
