AF33 – Sea Hawk Paints

Description

Multi-Season Formula – 3300 Series

AF33 is a harder ablative (self-polishing) antifoulant, yielding a more durable finish on all types of vessels. With its premium multi-season protection at a single-season price, AF33 is the choice for discerning captains of workboats, daysailers and serious cruising vessels

“Soft”, or ablative antifoul paints slowly slough off in the water, releasing a copper biocide into the water column, and the movement of water increases the rate of this action. Ablative paints are widely used on the hulls of recreational vessels which are typically reapplied every 1-3 years

Ablative and self-polishing paint is known for being more efficient because there is a higher and longer delivery of biocide compared to hard antifouling paint. Ablating is the process of how the paint wears away after time which will prevent organisms from attaching to the hull. That is why the more coats of ablative paint you apply, the longer it will be between painting periods. Three types of ablative paints that wear away in entirely different ways are controlled solubility copolymer, self-polishing, and hybrid ablative paint. All antifouling paints will work in certain conditions, but what works well in your harbour really depends on water temp, current, fresh water outflows, and how often you use your boat

Sea Hawk Paints AF33 (Multi-Season Formula – 3300 Series) offers you confidence below the waterline because:

• Highest grade of cuprous oxide available (more potent active ingredient)
• Harder ablative finish
• Exceptional value multi-season coating
• Consistent viscosity providing better flow and rolling ability
• Lloyd’s Register certified