Pettit Paint Hydrocoat Eco Ablative Antifouling Paint

Pettit Hydrocoat Eco Ablative Antifouling Paint

Go green without sacrificing performance with Pettit Hydrocoat Eco, a copper-free antifouling paint formulated for superior multi-season protection. Using advanced Econea biocide technology, this water-based ablative formula effectively prevents marine growth while reducing environmental impact. Its self-polishing action minimizes paint buildup, ensuring a smooth, fuel-efficient hull. Perfect for boats in both saltwater and freshwater, it applies easily and cleans up with just soap and water. Hydrocoat Eco is the ideal choice for eco-conscious boaters seeking reliable antifouling performance. Available in white, blue, black, or brown.

Pettit’s hydrocoat formula has been leading the way in marine ablative technology for 20 years.  These water-based paints are industry leaders, and the Pettit Hydrocoat Eco is the newest breakthrough in ablative antifouling paints. It is formulated with the newest, groundbreaking water-based copolymer formula.

Pettit Hydrocoat Eco uses Pettit’s exclusive organic biocide formula - Econea. This copper and metal-free biocide bottom paint is raising the bar in ablative antifouling paints. The Pettit Hydrocoat Eco provides multi-season protection against the harshest of conditions. The paint film slowly wears away with use and is effective in and out of the water.  The Pettit Hydrocoat Eco is a tough slime-fighting inhibitor that is a great choice for jet drives, outdrives, and outboard motors.

Features:

Easy application and cleanup with soap & water

Water-based, copper-free, self-polishing ablative antifouling paint

Co-polymer ablative technology eliminates sanding and paint build-up

Dual-biocides provide outstanding multi-season protection in all conditions

Uses the power of organic ECONEA™ for better protection and a greener earth

Recommended Usage: All fouling waters

Biocide: 6.0% ECONEA

Additives: 4.8% Zinc Pyrithione

Coverage: 430sq.ft./gal.

Hydrocoat ECO is comparable to Interlux Micron CF and Pettit Ultima Eco

• How Much Pettit Hydrocoat Eco Do I Need for My Boat? Refer to the chart below to calculate how much Hydrocoat Eco paint you will need for your boat.

Calculate the square footage of the hull to be painted - multiply the length of the hull by the beam then multiply that total by .85

Divide that number (your square foot total) by the amount of coverage Hydrocoat Eco provides. (430 square foot per gallon). This will give you a one-coat total.

Example: If your boat has a length of 28', and a beam of 8.5', you will multiply 28 x 8.5 x .85 to get your total square footage. The total square footage for this boat is 202.3 square feet. A gallon of Hydrocoat Eco has a coverage of 430 square feet per gallon for one coat, so one gallon will be enough for two coats.

How to Apply Pettit Hydrocoat Eco Antifouling Paint

Method: Brush, roller, airless or conventional spray.

Number of Coats: 2 minimum with additional coat at waterline recommended.

Dry Film Thickness per Coat: 1.4 mils (4.0 wet mils)

Application Temp: 50° F. Min. / 90°F. Max.

Thinner: Water

Dry Time* (HOURS)

Temp

To Touch

To Recoat

To Launch

90°

1/4 HR

1.5 HR

12 HR

70°

1/2 HR

3 HR

16 HR

50°

1 HR

6 HR

48 HR

Previously Painted Surfaces: To paint old, hard antifoulings, thoroughly wipe down the surface with 120 Brushing Thinner, pying particular attention to waterline areas, then sand painted surface with 80 grit sandpaper. Wipe clean of sanding residue with water and apply hydrocoat Eco. Old tin or copper copolymers or Teflon based antifoulings should be sanded thoroughly with 80 grit sandpaper to remove the chalky outer surface, wiped clean of sanding residue, and then may be over coated directly with Hydrocoat Eco. Traditional, soft antifoulings should be removed before applying Hydrocoat Eco.*The above dry times are minimums. Hydrocoat Eco may be recoa…