MARLIN TF 0,750 SELF-POLISHING ANTIFOULING

Self-polishing antifouling based on special resins, cupric oxide and antilime agents, in the colors: oxide red, black and sky blue. In the colors white and sky blue it is copper-free and is therefore also suitable for light alloy hulls. It has the property of being dissolved by water uniformly and at controlled speed; the exhausted part is continuously removed from the surface due to the effect of motion, so that in contact with water there is always a fresh layer, endowed with maximum activity. In this way the useful life of MARLIN TF is directly proportional to the thickness of the applied film. By applying an appropriate thickness, the hull can remain clean for up to 24 months. MARLIN TF remains effective even on boats that have been stationed in ports for a long time. MARLIN TF also has the advantage of keeping the friction between water and hull within the minimum values; indeed, as time goes by, this friction decreases, as the product "self-polishes" being eroded more quickly on the raised areas than in the depressions of the surface. Solubility in water is very well balanced, therefore it is also suitable for fast hulls (up to 25 knots). Any cleaning of the hull with brushes, abrasive felts, sponges to remove that bit of silt that may have formed after a long stop of the boat, shorten the duration of the protection, as each of these operations removes a lot of thickness.

USE

On fiberglass it must be applied after degreasing with solvent, sanding and application of a coat of FIBERGLASS PRIMER. On wood and iron it must be applied after a suitable cycle based on epoxy products. On hulls already treated with MARLIN TF, the porous surface layer must be eliminated with vigorous pressure washing or better by sanding. The same procedure must also be performed in the case of other antifoulings, with most of which MARLIN TF is compatible. In case of very porous or badly reduced surface, it is advisable to apply a coat of UNIVERSAL PRIMER diluted with 20% of DILUENTE N ° 2 before MARLIN TF. MARLIN TF can be applied by brush, roller or spray; the minimum interval between hands is 8 hours (at 20 ° C); for the launch it is necessary to wait for the product to be perfectly dry even in depth, the time required is 24 hours for thicknesses of 100-120 microns (2-3 coats) on temperate and not too humid days; for higher thicknesses or in case of colder temperatures, it is necessary to wait longer periods. The product can be exposed to the air for up to six months after application. MARLIN TF is suitable for boats in wood, iron, and plastic.