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Marine Antifouling Decision Support Tool

Vessel Antifouling Specification & Volume Calculator

All data used in this calculator is derived directly from manufacturer Data Sheets. Select vessel parameters and dimensions to generate recommendations.

Calculated Wetted Surface Area: 0.00 m²

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Self-Polishing Premium / High Fouling Comparison

General Overview

  • Micron 350: Premium self-polishing copolymer (SPC) effective against fouling organisms including slime and aquatic plants. Provides up to 2 years performance.
  • Hempel Tiger Xtra: High-performance, conventional, erodible antifouling for all-season protection. Features high mechanical strength.
  • Seajet 033 Shogun: Highly effective against slime and weed; suitable for speeds up to 40 knots.
  • Teamac New Antifouling 'D': Modified composition with high cuprous oxide levels for vessels up to 30 knots.

Substrate Compatibility

  • Micron 350: Suitable for GRP, wood, steel, and lead. Not for aluminium.
  • Tiger Xtra: Glass fibre, wood, plywood, and steel. Only White shade is suitable for aluminium.
  • Seajet 033 Shogun: Suitably primed GRP, wood, and steel. Do not use on aluminium.
  • Teamac New 'D': Suitable for steel, wood, or GRP hulls. Not for aluminium vessels.
SpecificationMicron 350Tiger XtraSeajet 033Teamac 'D'
Volume Solids62% avg 51 ± 2% 48 ± 2% 57-60%
VOC Content333 g/L 429 g/L 482 g/L 280-320 g/L
Spread Rate10 m²/L 13 m²/L 10 m²/L 10 m²/L
TDS Link Micron 350 PDF Tiger Xtra PDF Shogun 033 PDF Teamac 'D' PDF

Perceived Value Analysis

Micron 350 provides high efficiency with 62% solids, ensuring a dense layer remains after drying. Tiger Xtra offers the best coverage at 13 m²/L, stretching volume further per litre applied.

Self-Polishing Moderate / Light Fouling Comparison

Product Overview

  • Boatguard 100: Polishing antifouling providing up to one year of protection.
  • Cruiser 250: Multi-purpose polishing antifouling for both sail and power boats.
  • Cruising Performer: High-performance self-polishing antifouling with mechanical strength for crack resistance.
  • Seajet 031 Samurai: Slow polishing antifouling designed for moderate fouling areas.
  • Teamac Protector: Functional life of 12-18 months for vessels up to 30 knots.
SpecBoatguard 100Cruiser 250Performer031 SamuraiProtector
Solids51% avg 60% 60% 46% 63%
VOC427 g/L 353 g/L 354 g/L 498 g/L 330 g/L
Coverage10 m²/L 10 m²/L 15 m²/L 10 m²/L 10 m²/L
TDS Link PDF PDF PDF PDF PDF

Perceived Value Analysis

Cruising Performer provides high coverage (15 m²/L), while Teamac Protector offers the highest solids (63%) in this group, reducing solvent wastage.

Hard Matrix & High-Speed Comparison

Performance Data

ProductVolume SolidsFinishSpread RateTDS
Ultra 30058% Scrubbable Matt10 m²/L PDF
VC Offshore EU36% Ultra Smooth12 m²/L PDF
Hard Racing50% Semi-flat13 m²/L PDF
Seajet 03556% Burnishable11.2 m²/L PDF

Note: Seajet 035 Hard Racing is safe for aluminium hulls.

Aluminium-Safe (Copper-Free) Options

Formulations using copper thiocyanate or alternative biocides to prevent galvanic corrosion on alloy hulls.

ProductVolume SolidsSpread RateCoats Required
Trilux 3355% 9.17 m²/L 2 to 3 coats
Seajet 034 Emperor56% 10 m²/L 2 coats
Teamac A Plus60-64% 10 m²/L Min 2 coats

Biocide-Free Foul-Release Coatings

  • Hempel Silic One: Silicone hydrogel forming a smooth, low friction surface. Service life: 2 years.
  • B-Free Explore: Slick hull surface control using silicone polymer technology.
ProductSolidsVOCTDS
Silic One78% 117 g/L PDF
B-Free Explore71% 250 g/L PDF

Freshwater Specific (Hempel's Broads 76111)

Self-polishing protection specifically formulated for cruising speeds in inland environments.

SolidsSpread RateLaunch TimeTDS
51% 13 m²/L Min 24 hrs PDF

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