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ECOLOSILK AXEL
Description
Single-pack silicone foul-release — advanced silicone elastomer, super water-repelling
Did you know
- ECOLOSILK AXEL is part of Nippon Paint Marine's ECOLOSILK series, a line of biocide-free antifouling paints based on silicone elastomer technology. The broader ECOLOSILK range has been in development for some time, with Nippon Paint Marine having a long history in marine coatings dating back to the 1880s and introducing its first tin-free self-polishing copolymer antifouling paint, ECOLOFLEX, earlier in its history.
- ECOLOSILK AXEL is specifically designed as a one-component silicone foul release coating for propellers, distinguishing it from other hull coatings in Nippon Paint Marine's portfolio. In contrast, other antifouling systems like A-LF-SEA and FASTAR are primarily developed for ship hulls.
- ECOLOSILK AXEL's primary strength lies in its biocide-free formulation, utilizing silicone elastomer technology to create a super water-repelling surface that prevents marine organisms from settling on propellers. This results in low frictional resistance, enhanced fuel efficiency, and stable, long-term antifouling performance, while also being environmentally responsible.
| Model | Biocide-Free | Application Area | Coating Type | Typical Dry Film Thickness (μm) | Volume Solids (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECOLOSILK AXEL | Yes | Propellers | Silicone Elastomer (Single Pack) | 150 | 78 ± 2% |
| ECOLOSILK | Yes | High speed / high activity ships (hull) | Silicone Elastomer (Three Packs) | 150 | 72 ± 2% |
| A-LF-SEA 250 | No (Copper Silyl Acrylate Copolymer) | Underwater Hull | Self-Polishing Antifouling | N/A | N/A |
| FASTAR XI & XII | No (Nanodomain technology with biocides) | Underwater Hull | Self-Polishing Antifouling with Hydrogel | 260 (containership vertical sides) | N/A |
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^W P N E │ │ │ └── Model: ECOLOSILK AXEL │ │ └───── Make: Nippon Paint Marine │ └──────── Equipment: Paints & Marine Coatings └─────────── System: Deck & Engine Branded Stores