What PropOne System is and why choose it
PropOne is a two-coat propeller and running gear protection system designed for components permanently immersed in water. It consists of an anti-corrosive Primer Coat and a Clear Coat foul release coating. The Clear Coat has a low surface energy, non-biocidal formulation that makes it difficult for marine organisms to adhere strongly to the treated surface, so they can be easily dislodged when the boat is placed in drive.
Unlike conventional antifouling systems, PropOne does not prevent marine growth by chemically poisoning the environment. Fouling removal is purely a mechanical effect produced by water flow over the coated surfaces.
Main features
- Two-coat system: anti-corrosive Primer Coat plus Clear Coat foul release layer.
- Non-biocidal Clear Coat that does not chemically poison the marine environment.
- Low surface energy Clear Coat to reduce strong adhesion of marine organisms.
- Suitable for all ferrous and non-ferrous marine alloys, including aluminium.
- Applicable to propellers and other fast-moving running gear permanently immersed in water.
- Primer and Clear Coat can be applied by brush, with roller coating possible on large flat areas for the Primer.
- Primer mixing ratio of 4 parts Primer Coat to 1 part Primer Activator by volume.
- Touch dry Clear Coat in approximately 1 hour at 20 °C and 55 percent relative humidity.
- System can be immersed after specified cure times depending on temperature and humidity.
Technical specifications
Coverage
- Complete 1 litre kit coverage: 3.8 m² of running gear.
- PropOne Primer Coat: 6.3 m² per litre when applying 2 coats.
- PropOne Clear Coat: 9.5 m² per litre.
Typical kit selection by propeller size and configuration
- One propeller, 18"–24", three or four blades: 250 ml kit.
- One propeller, 24"–36", four or five blades: 500 ml kit.
- One propeller, 36"–48", five blades: 500 ml kit.
- Two propellers, 18"–24": 250 ml kit.
- Two propellers, 24"–36": 500 ml kit.
- Two propellers, 36"–48": 1 litre kit.
- Two propellers, two rudders and two propeller shaft struts, 18"–24": 500 ml kit.
- Same configuration, 24"–36": 500 ml kit.
- Same configuration, 36"–48": 1 litre kit.
- Two propellers, two rudders, two propeller shaft struts and two trim tabs, 18"–24": 500 ml kit.
- Same configuration, 24"–36": 1 litre kit.
- Same configuration, 36"–48": 1 litre kit.
Primer Coat data
- Appearance and odour: Opaque yellow, sweet alcoholic.
- Specific gravity: 0.99.
- Boiling point: 138–141 °C.
- Melting point: Not applicable.
- Volatile volume: 90 percent.
- Evaporation rate: Slower than ether.
- Vapour density: Heavier than air.
- Solubility in water: Not applicable.
- Volatile Organic Compounds theoretical as packaged: 687 g/L emitted VOC.
Primer Activator data
- Appearance and odour: Water white, sweet alcoholic.
- Specific gravity: 0.91.
- Boiling point: 81–100 °C.
- Melting point: Not applicable.
- Volatile volume: 92 percent.
- Evaporation rate: Slower than ether.
- Vapour density: Heavier than air.
- Solubility in water: 100 percent miscible.
- Volatile Organic Compounds theoretical as packaged: 687 g/L emitted VOC.
- pH: 2.
Clear Coat data
- Appearance and odour: Hazy, strong aromatic.
- Specific gravity: 0.95.
- Boiling point: 159–176 °C.
- Melting point: Not applicable.
- Volatile volume: 28 percent.
- Evaporation rate: 23, with n-butyl acetate equal to 100.
- Vapour density: Heavier than air.
- Solubility in water: Immiscible.
- Volatile Organic Compounds theoretical as packaged: 324 g/L emitted VOC.
- Flashpoint: 42 °C.
- Touch dry: Approximately 1 hour at 20 °C and 55 percent relative humidity, extended by lower temperature or humidity.
System and application conditions
- Primer mixing ratio: 4 parts Primer Coat to 1 part Primer Activator by volume.
- VOC of mixed Primer: 687 g/L.
- Storage temperature: Between 5 °C and 27 °C (40 °F–80 °F).
- Minimum application temperature: 5 °C (40 °F).
- Recommended mixing temperature range for Primer components: 5 °C–30 °C.
- Pot life of mixed Primer: 4 hours at 25 °C (77 °F).
- Minimum application conditions: 10 °C (50 °F), 55 percent relative humidity.
- Time to immersion at 55 percent relative humidity: 16 hours at 10 °C (50 °F) and 12 hours at 20 °C (68 °F). Lower temperatures or humidity will extend cure time.
- Clean-up for Primer: Acetone.
- Clean-up for Clear Coat: Xylene.
- Not suitable for use in aquaculture applications.
- Do not apply to anodes.
Applications and use cases
- Protection of propellers of various diameters and blade configurations within the specified kit coverage ranges.
- Coating of additional running gear such as rudders, propeller shaft struts and trim tabs, as indicated in the kit selection table.
- Use on ferrous and non-ferrous marine alloys, including aluminium, that are permanently immersed and experience fast movement through water.
FAQ
What is included in the PropOne system?
The system consists of a Primer Coat, a Primer Activator that is mixed with the Primer, and a Clear Coat foul release coating.
How does the Clear Coat control marine fouling?
The Clear Coat has a low surface energy, non-biocidal formulation that reduces strong adhesion of organisms. Growth can occur when stationary, but organisms are easily removed once the vessel is driven.
Is PropOne a biocidal antifouling?
No. The Clear Coat does not prevent marine growth by chemically poisoning the environment and is classified as non-biocidal.
On which materials can PropOne be used?
The system is suitable for all ferrous and non-ferrous marine alloys, including aluminium. It must not be applied to anodes.
What is the recommended mixing ratio for the Primer?
The Primer must be mixed at 4 parts Primer Coat to 1 part Primer Activator by volume.
How many coats are required?
Two coats of Primer are required, followed by a single coat of Clear Coat.
When can the coated components be immersed?
At 55 percent relative humidity, immersion is possible after 16 hours at 10 °C or 12 hours at 20 °C. Lower temperatures or humidity will extend the cure time.
What are the storage conditions?
Product should be stored between 5 °C and 27 °C, with a minimum application temperature of 5 °C.
How should tools be cleaned?
Tools used with the Primer should be cleaned with acetone, while tools used with the Clear Coat should be cleaned with xylene.
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