2023 Interlux Spring Mail-In Rebate Program

Purchase up to two (2) gallons of eligible Interlux antifouling paint or up to two (2) quarts of Cetol® Marine and VC®17m between February 1, 2023, and June 1, 2023, and save with the Interlux manufacturer's mail-in rebate. See the Interlux 2023 Spring Mail-In Rebate form for complete details.

Preparation

PREVIOUSLY PAINTED SURFACES with VC 17m Surface must be clean and dry prior to application of VC 17m. Sand areas that are loose or flaking with 320 grade (grit) paper. Clean with Special Thinner 216. Conventional antifouling paints, removals is best but if this is not possible, start sanding with 80 grade (grit) paper and progressively sand with finer grades until the final sanding with 320 grade (grit). Remove sanding residue.

BARE FIBERGLASS It is very important that bare fiberglass be properly prepared to prevent delamination of the antifouling paint. Remove mold release wax using one of the following Interlux products, Fiberglass Surface Prep YMA601 or Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202 following the product label instructions. Fill any surface imperfections with Interlux Watertite following the label instructions. After the surface has been properly prepared follow the application system below. Sand with 320 grade (grit) paper.

BARE WOOD Wipe clean. Sand surface with 120 grade (grit) paper. Wipe clean. Apply VC 17m directly or if a primer is desired apply 4-5 coats of InterProtect 2000E

STEEL/LEAD (Keels & Hulls) Blast to near white metal surface (Sa 2-1/2). Apply 4-5 coats of InterProtect 2000E.

Method Apply 2-3 coats on the area to be coated per season. Do not sand between coats of VC 17m.

Mixing Pour the powder (stored under the plastic hat) into the can. Stir or shake thoroughly.

Thinner Special Thinner 216.

Airless Spray Electric Airless Spray: Pressure: Full. Tip Size: 1.5-1.8 mm/60-70 thou. If spraying in hot, dry conditions or outside with wind, you can add VC 17m Thinner to VC 17m to slow down the dry time during application. Add up to 15% by volume. Spraying too far from the hull will cause dry spraying which will result in poor adhesion and negatively affect the antifouling performance of the product. Spraying of antifouling paints is prohibited in Canada.

Brush Do not brush apply.

Roller Use a short nap (1/8 or 1/4 inch) roller. Add Special Thinner 216 up to 10% should VC 17m be drying too quickly for application. Put just enough paint to fill the roller in the roller tray and put the lid back on the can.

Other Surfaces previously painted with VC 17m do not need to be sanded. Performance of the paint relies directly on the care taken in surface preparation, the application technique, and the number of coats applied. VC 17m is a copper color at application. It is important for performance to ensure that uniform film is achieved and the recommended number of coats are applied.

Sanding When sanding antifouling paint use a vacuum sander that is attached to a properly maintained industrial vacuum with HEPA filters; if hand sanding of antifouling paint is necessary, wet sand only. Wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment. Never burn-off old antifouling paints.

Some Important Points It takes several weeks of immersion to develop final color. It may not change color above the true waterline. Product temperature should be minimum 10 C/50 F and maximum 32 C/90 F. Ambient temperature should be minimum 7 C/45 F and maximum 35 C/95 F. Substrate temperature should be minimum 7 C/45 F and maximum 35 C/95 F.

Compatibility/Substrates Apply to clean, dry, properly prepared surfaces only. Bare surfaces must be sanded. Do not apply VC 17m over graphite antifoulings. Do not apply over soft antifouling paints. Do not apply VC 17m over aluminum.

Number of Coats 2-3

Coverage (Theoretical) - 407.6 (sq ft/Gal)

Recommended DFT 0.3 mils dry
Recommended WFT 4 mils wet

Application Methods Roller, Airless Spray (Electric)