Interlux Paint VC-17M Antifouling Bottom Paint

Interlux VC-17M Antifouling Boat Bottom Paint

New Formula as of April 2022 - Biolux is no longer included in the VC17m formula. This new formula is compatible with VC17m Extra and delivers similar performance.

Interlux VC17 Bottom Paint is Only Available for Sale in the following states: NY, PA, OH, MI, WI, MN, IL, IN, SC, MD, CT, ME, MA, RI, NJ, DE, NC, GA, TX, OR, VT, KY, KS, AZ, AL, MS, NH, WV, TN, AR, OK, NV, AK, NE<

Interlux VC-17M is a high-performance antifouling paint. Its specially formulated fluoro micro-additive provides a thin film finish. This additive also reduces both friction and drag. VC17M dries fast to a hard and very smooth surface that is ideal for racing. Interlux VC-17M bottom paint also dries to a smooth finish in far less time than competitor’s products which require days to sand and reapply their product. Additionally, VC17m provides antifouling protection in fresh water or low-fouling salt water, against zebra mussels and other marine organisms known to cause fouling.

Available in quart size and four popular colors, note that Interlux VC-17’s color may change after several weeks of immersion. (See chart below.) Applying VC-17M bottom paint is easy and drying time is minimal. This means less downtime and quicker re-launch of your boat. This product can also be used on inflatables to extend their service life.

Features:

Interlux VC-17m bottom paint provides thin film antifouling protection- ideal for racing sailboats and powerboats

Fluoro micro-additive produces low friction

Ideal for use in fresh and low-fouling saltwater

Also recommended for Inflatables

Pack Size:1 US Quart. Not Available in Gallons.

Colors Available: V105U Original, V106U Blue, V107U Red, V103U Black

Note: Interlux VC 17m changes color after several weeks of immersion.

V105U (Original): At application - copper bronze. Changes to brownish gray.

V106U (Blue): At application - dark copper bronze. Changes to dark blue.

V107U (Red): At application - reddish copper bronze. Changes to bright burnt red.

V103U (Black): At application - dark copper bronze. Changes to black.

Associated Products:

Special Thinner 216 - To ease the application

Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202 - To clean bare fiberglass prior to application

Fiberglass Surface Prep YMA601 - Water-based cleaner for bare fiberglass

Product Compatibility: Interlux VC 17m may be used in tandem with all antifouling paints. For best results from Interlux VC 17m antifouling bottom paint, first, remove all soft paints and any paint in poor condition from the surface to be treated. Hard paints that are in good condition may be overcoated with VC 17m bottom paint, but must be sanded thoroughly to a smooth surface prior to applying VC 17m. To prepare an optimal surface, sand first with 80-grit sandpaper and work successively up the grades to 320-grit sandpaper.

Interlux VC17m

Initially, in the first season and in low fouling, cold saltwater, three coats should be applied, then two coats every season after. For boats in freshwater, apply two coats initially, then one coat every season thereafter.

Application Method: Airless Spray or Roller

Number of Coats: 2 Coats Minimum

Coverage: 91 sq. ft. / quart (roller)

Application Temp: 45°F Min. / 95°F Max.

Thinner: Interlux 216 Special Thinner 10% by volume maximum

Apply VC17m bottom paint using a short nap roller or 4-6-inch airless spray gun (full pressure, 60-70 thou. tip). For ease of application using rollers, add up to 10% thinner to the paint tray. If rolling, use small amounts of paint poured into a steel roller tray. Roll quickly and in one direction only. If using a sprayer, keep the nozzle 6-8 inches from the hull. NOTE: Do not use conventional spray equipment as this may result in dry spray.

Dry Times

Temp

Touch Dry

Overcoating Time

Launch Time

60°F

5 mins

10 mins

20 mins

77°F

3 mins

10 mins

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