ePaint - The New Wave of Bottom Paint

Product Description:
EP-21 is an economically priced, biocide-free photoactive release coating designed for a single season of protection.  EP-21 releases biofouling by eroding like a bar of soap.  EP-21 is recommended for fresh water and low to moderate fouling marine environments.

EP-21 is safe for use on aluminum, fiberglass, wood, outboards, outdrives, trim tabs, compatible with most epoxy primers and over hard-type existing antifouling paint systems.   Do not apply EP-21 on unprimed metal surfaces.  For bare metal, first coat with EP-Prime 1000 corrosion inhibiting primer. 

Because EP-21 does not contain a biocide, it is not considered an antifouling coating.  Some maintenance scrubbing may be required to keep hull clean. 

Features:

• Economically priced
• Biocide-free photoactive release coating technology
• Soft ablative formula wears over time 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
• Solvent-based 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 primers and existing hard, modified epoxy type antifouling paints

Technical Overview:
Coverage: 300 square feet per gallon
Available colors: White and gray
Packaging: Single component system, available in quarts and gallons
Thinner: EP-13
Method of application: Roll, brush, or spray
Finish: Eggshell-like finish
Recommended number of coats: 3 full coats with 2 additional around waterline for longest service life
Average service life: Single season, 4 to 8 months with recommended number of coats.  Boat 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 existing hard bottom paints
Safe for aluminum and metal?: Yes, but prime bare metal first
Safe to haul in and out of water?: Yes
Dry-to-launch time: Not critical
Not recommended for: High fouling waters, high-speed powerboats

Download: Technical Data sheet and the Easy Application Guide
To obtain an EP-21 MSDS please contact an ePaint Technical Representative at 1-800-598-2998.