ePaint, ZO Hybrid Ablative Anti-fouling Paint - Copper Free

ePaint CompanySKU: 533963-BLU-Gallon

Color: Blue
Size: Gallon
Price:
Sale price$216.96

Description

ePaint ZO, the Original Copper-free Antifouling Paint! Only ePaints include patented photoactive technology for the best antifouling performance. This technology is not found in other "ePaint-like" imitation products and do not perform nearly as well.

Product Description:ePaint ZO is a general purpose antifouling paint recommended for all recreational boats and commercial vessels in both fresh and salt water. ZO offers extremely effective antifouling protection and is the best alternative to traditional tin and copper-based bottom paints. ZO features the environmentally approved active ingredient Zinc Omadine to prevent grass, slime, algae, and bacteria and ePaint's patented photoactive technology to deter the settling and attachment of hard shell-type organisms. As ZO is copper-free, it is safe for aluminum boats, motor brackets, trim tabs, running gear and may be used on boats that are frequently hauled and launched. ZO is easy to apply and is compatible over most popular antifouling paints and barrier coats.

  • Hybrid finish incorporates benefits of both hard and ablative type paints - no old paint build up
  • Unlimited coat to launch time, paint in the fall before winter storage
  • Okay to haul boats in and out
  • Safe for all hull types
  • Made in the USA
Uses:
  • Recreational and commercial vessels such as cruising sail, powerboats, pontoon boats, trailered boats, tenders, work boats, crew boats, fishing boats, police & fire boats
  • For use on fiberglass, aluminum, steel, and wood hulls
  • Safe for use on engine brackets, trim tabs, and all running gear
Features:
  • The Original Copper-free Antifouling Paint!
  • "Recommended" and "24 Month Finalist" ratings by Practical Sailor Magazine, October 2009 Issue
  • Better antifouling performance and protection than other copper-free ePaint-like paints
  • Features Zinc Omadine for the most advance slime control and ePaint's Patented photo-active technology
  • Dark colors are not recommended for high fouling environments. Chose white or gray for these conditions.
  • Hybrid finish incorporates benefits of both hard and ablative type paints - no old paint build up
  • Easy to apply and compatible over most popular antifouling paints and barrier coats
  • Unlimited coat to launch time, paint in the fall before winter storage
  • Okay to haul boats in and out of the water
  • Perfect for any boat, out-drives, and running gear

Additional Information

Prop 65 Warning IconWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information, visit P65Warnings.ca.gov

Customer Reviews

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Jim C
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Purchasing the product was easy, well priced, and quick.

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James Poulos
Easy Shopping & Great Prices

Best price, easy online experience.

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Jimbojonesbos
Fast slick bottom, good paint with some quirks

Absolutely no hard fouling after 6 months in southern new England other than where the keel touched bottom in a gentle grounding that wore the paint off. Lots of soft growth after sitting on a mooring for a month in August, but it wiped right off with a rag leaving a smooth surface. Epaint gives a nice hard and fast finish, definitely best for boats with regular use as with all ablatives. Easily picked up half a knot of boat speed. But make sure to put lots of extra coats at the waterline and I'd avoid painting and letting the boat sit on the hard as the paint seems to physically deteriorate in the sun and lose adhesion when out of the water for extended periods .

All in all it gives a great fast bottom and I am pleased however it is pricey and has some quirks relative to an old school copper ablative. The lack of toxic ingredients like irgarol or econea makes it pleasant to apply and sand as needed without irritation to the skin and eyes.

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