Hogwart's mix - not one barnacle

[Dave_Snelson]

Hogwart\'s mix - not one barnacle

For two years now, I have mixed copper dust (350 micron) into my antifoul paint and for the second year running I can report that not one single barnacle has infested my hull. Good result all round, with lower fuel consumption and better performance.

Mix dust with paint using electric drill stirrer attachment - add slowly, just enough to start to give a coppery sheen to the paint. No more or it starts to thicken, and you need to keep the same consistency.

 

[DougH]

Re: Hogwart\'s mix - not one barnacle

Sounds good.

Where do you purchase the copper dust please.

 

[sarabande]

Re: Hogwart\'s mix - not one barnacle

any use ?

http://www.inoxia.co.uk/rw/product/88.aspx


Ahem, I am sure there are all kinds of regulations, HSE rules, etc, about this DIY A/F, so any specialists around to comment ?

If it works, on the other hand..... /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[sarabande]

Re: Hogwart\'s mix - not one barnacle

I 've started, so I'll finish...


A very clear, straightforward doc from the HSE is here.

http://www.hse.gov.uk/fod/infodocs/730_15id.pdf


As a dust, the copper is not a nice human-friendly product, so normal precautions of mask, protective clothing and gloves is recommended. Other than that, if the additive works, ..... /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[davedpc]

Re: Hogwart\'s mix - not one barnacle

Have no problem with the hull i used emperor . Used this on one outdrive and trilux on tother. WASTE OF SPACE ! Should have left them bare for what use it was. Dont think i can use copper on my o/ds though. Whats left to try?