Hempel Silic One Biocide Free Antifouling 750ml - True Blue

Hempel’s Silic One Antifouling: An Eco-Conscious, High-Performance Solution

Introducing Hempel's Silic One, an innovative antifouling coating that offers a high-tech solution for protecting marine vessels. This groundbreaking product is a biocide-free, high-solid formula that harnesses the power of silicone to create a hydrophobic gel layer. This layer results in a sleek, low-friction surface that is uninviting to marine organisms, ensuring they cannot anchor themselves to your vessel's hull or propellers. Hempel's Silic One represents a leap forward in eco-friendly marine coatings, providing effective fouling resistance without compromising our delicate marine ecosystems.

Hempel’s Silic One Antifouling stands as a superior, environmentally responsible solution for vessel protection. Boaters can enjoy a pristine, low-maintenance hull surface that contributes to better speed and fuel efficiency, while also prioritizing ecological integrity.

Preparation

Silic One requires priming and a Silic one tie coat, depending on what you are applying Silic One over the top of will determine what preparation layers you need to apply.  

CHECK HERE FOR THE DIFFERENT CASE STUDIES (applying on top of antifouling, epoxy and bare hull)

Key Features

• Biocide-Free Technology: Creates a smooth surface that organisms find difficult to adhere to.
• High Solid Content: With 78 ± 2% volume solids, it forms a durable barrier.
• Eco-Conscious: Avoids the release of harmful substances into aquatic environments.
• Gloss Finish: Delivers a glossy black finish for aesthetic enhancement.
  
  

Technical Specifications

• Product Code: 77450
• Standard Shade/Code: Black 19990
• Specific Gravity: 1 kg/L [9 lb/US gal]
• Theoretical Spreading Rate: 10 m²/L [410 sq ft/US gal]
• Recommended Dry Film Thickness: 80 micron [3.1 mils]
• Service Life: Up to 2 years on the hull.

Substrate Compatibility

Designed for application on boats made from glass fiber, steel, aluminum, and plywood, Hempel's Silic One is versatile, but it must be used over Hempel's Silic One Tiecoat for optimal performance.

Application Details

• Thinner: Not required.
• Cleaner: Hempel's Thinner 808 (08081).
• Pot Life: 60 minutes at 20°C [68°F].
• Application Method: Brush/Roller – No thinning required.
• Drying Time: Ranges from 1 hour at 30°C [86°F] to 4 hours at 10°C [50°F].
• Fully Cured: 2 days at 30°C [86°F] up to 5 days at 10°C [50°F].
• Application Conditions: Surface temperature above 10°C [50°F] with relative humidity between 30-85%.
• Overcoating: Hempel's Silic One can be overcoated after a minimum of 16 hours at 10°C [50°F].

Maintenance & Repair

Easy general maintenance and seasonal care can be performed with a dense sponge or high-pressure freshwater. For minor damages, a simple touch-up with Silic One is sufficient, ensuring long-lasting protection and finish.

Storage & Shelf Life

Ensure a shelf life of 18 months when stored in original, unopened containers at ambient temperatures of 25°C [77°F]. The product should be kept at 5°C [41°F] without direct sunlight exposure, protected from extreme weather conditions.

In conclusion, Hempel’s Silic One Antifouling stands out as a superior, environmentally responsible solution for vessel protection. By following the provided specifications and application guidelines, boaters can enjoy a pristine, low-maintenance hull surface that contributes to better speed and fuel efficiency, while also prioritizing ecological integrity.

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