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Price: $124.95
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New: Recommended a "$ Budget Buy" and rated "Good After 12 Months" testing in Florida waters by Practical Sailor Magazine, October 2009
Product Description:
EP-21 is an economically priced, biocide-free, photo-active release coating designed for small and slow moving boats. EP-21 releases biofouling by slowly eroding like a bar of soap. EP-21 offers single season protection on boats that move but multi-season protection is possible on boats that are only seldom used. EP-21 applies just like traditional copper-based bottom paints and multiple coats may be applied same day. EP-21 is safe for use on aluminum, fiberglass, wood, outboards, outdrives, trim tabs, compatible with most epoxy-type primers and most popular traditional antifouling paint systems.
EP-21 does not contain a biocide and it is not considered an antifouling coating. Some maintenance scrubbing may be required to keep boat bottom clean but growth is readily removed with little effort as long as paint is on the hull.
Features:
> Recommended as a "$ Budget Buy" and rated "Good After 12 Months" testing in Florida waters by Practical Sailor Magazine, October 2009
> Biocide-free and features Patented photo-active release coating technology
> Soft ablative formula wears over time releasing bio-fouling and preventing paint build up
> For use on fiberglass, aluminum, wood, outboards, outdrives, and trim tabs
> Will not promote electrolysis on prepared metal surfaces
> Easily applied by traditional painting techniques
> Fast drying formula, multiple coats per day possible
> No maximum dry-to-launch times
> Safe to haul in and out of the water
> Compatible with most epoxy-type primers and popular traditional antifouling paints
> Biocide-free and features Patented photo-active release coating technology
> Soft ablative formula wears over time releasing bio-fouling and preventing paint build up
> For use on fiberglass, aluminum, wood, outboards, outdrives, and trim tabs
> Will not promote electrolysis on prepared metal surfaces
> Easily applied by traditional painting techniques
> Fast drying formula, multiple coats per day possible
> No maximum dry-to-launch times
> Safe to haul in and out of the water
> Compatible with most epoxy-type primers and popular traditional antifouling paints
Technical Overview:
Coverage: 300 ft2 /gal, 75 ft2/qt
Available colors: White and Gray
Packaging: Single component, available in quarts, gallons, and five gallon pails (call for pricing and availability)
Thinners: E-Paint EP-13 or EP-15 VOC exempt thinner (CA)
Method of Application: Traditional techniques; roll, brush, or spray
Finish: Eggshell-like finish
Recommended Number of Coats: 3 full coats with 2 additional around waterline and high wash areas for longest service life.
Average Service Life: Single season (4 to 8 months) with recommended number of coats, multi-season possible on boats that are seldom used. Increased boating usage, warm water temperatures, intense sunlight and frequency of maintenance scrubbing will decrease service life.
Compatibility: Fiberglass, aluminum, wood, outboards, outdrives, trim tabs, epoxy type primers, and most popular traditional bottom paints.
Safe for Aluminum and Metal?: Yes; prime bare metal first with E-Paint EP-Prime 1000
Safe to Haul In and Out of Water?: Yes
Dry to Re-coat Time: 3 hours @ 90oF, 4 hours @ 70oF, 8 hours @ 50oF
Dry to Launch Time: not critical
To Re-coat Next Season: clean and abrade with 80 grit sand paper
Not Recommended For: Fast powerboats, boats that cannot be occassionally maintenance scrubbed if necessary
Available colors: White and Gray
Packaging: Single component, available in quarts, gallons, and five gallon pails (call for pricing and availability)
Thinners: E-Paint EP-13 or EP-15 VOC exempt thinner (CA)
Method of Application: Traditional techniques; roll, brush, or spray
Finish: Eggshell-like finish
Recommended Number of Coats: 3 full coats with 2 additional around waterline and high wash areas for longest service life.
Average Service Life: Single season (4 to 8 months) with recommended number of coats, multi-season possible on boats that are seldom used. Increased boating usage, warm water temperatures, intense sunlight and frequency of maintenance scrubbing will decrease service life.
Compatibility: Fiberglass, aluminum, wood, outboards, outdrives, trim tabs, epoxy type primers, and most popular traditional bottom paints.
Safe for Aluminum and Metal?: Yes; prime bare metal first with E-Paint EP-Prime 1000
Safe to Haul In and Out of Water?: Yes
Dry to Re-coat Time: 3 hours @ 90oF, 4 hours @ 70oF, 8 hours @ 50oF
Dry to Launch Time: not critical
To Re-coat Next Season: clean and abrade with 80 grit sand paper
Not Recommended For: Fast powerboats, boats that cannot be occassionally maintenance scrubbed if necessary
Detailed Technical & Safety Information:
Save & Print Technical Data Sheet and Easy Application Guide HereTo obtain an EP-21 MSDS please contact an ePaint Representative at 1-800-598-2998.
Considerations:
> Do not apply EP-21 on unpainted metal surfaces; for bare metal, first coat with EP-Prime 1000 corrosion inhibiting primer.
> Due to the soft ablativeness of EP-21, applying the recommended number of coats is strongly recommended for maximum service life.
> For easier application at cool or warm temperatures, or for spray application, reduce with E-Paint EP-13 or EP-15 (VOC exempt) thinners
> EP-21 does not contain a biocide and it is not considered an antifouling coating; maintenance scrubbing may be required to keep hull clean but growth is readily removed.
> Take care when cleaning EP-21 surface via power washinging at end of season; too forceful spray technique will remove good paint.
> EP-21 is a very soft ablative and must be removed before re-coating with a different paint system; EP-21 is readily removed by power washing or sanding
> Due to the soft ablativeness of EP-21, applying the recommended number of coats is strongly recommended for maximum service life.
> For easier application at cool or warm temperatures, or for spray application, reduce with E-Paint EP-13 or EP-15 (VOC exempt) thinners
> EP-21 does not contain a biocide and it is not considered an antifouling coating; maintenance scrubbing may be required to keep hull clean but growth is readily removed.
> Take care when cleaning EP-21 surface via power washinging at end of season; too forceful spray technique will remove good paint.
> EP-21 is a very soft ablative and must be removed before re-coating with a different paint system; EP-21 is readily removed by power washing or sanding
Other:
E-Paint EP-21 coating technology was developed, uses materials from, and is proudly produced in the USA. EP-21 is available for sale in all 50 U.S. States and is available for export. Please contact an E-Paint representative at 1-800-258-5998 for more information.
Price:
$41.65 / Quart
$124.95 / Gallon
Five Gallon Pail, Call for Price and Availability, 800-258-5998
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