Antifouling ship paint is a special coating applied to the surface of ships. Its purpose is to reduce the adhesion of marine organisms, reduce frictional resistance, reduce the fuel consumption of the ship, and extend the service life of the hull.
The principle of anti-fouling ship paint is mainly to build a special surface structure by adding special anti-bioadhesion agents and low surface energy substances, thereby reducing the adhesion of algae, shellfish and other marine organisms. This low-friction, smooth surface can reduce the resistance of water flow and reduce friction, thereby achieving the effect of energy saving and emission reduction. In addition, antifouling ship paint can also protect the hull and extend its service life.
Antifouling ship paint is usually divided into two types: silicone-based and fluorocarbon-based. Silicone-based antifouling ship paint uses silicone resin and other substances to form a super-hydrophobic surface to prevent biological adhesion and has a good antifouling effect; fluorocarbon-based antifouling ship paint uses fluorocarbons to form a low-energy surface, making it difficult for organisms to adhere and has Long term anti-fouling effect.
Different types of antifouling ship paint can be selected based on the ship’s usage environment and expected requirements. In general, antifouling ship paint changes the characteristics of the hull surface, reducing the adhesion of marine organisms and water flow resistance, thereby achieving the purpose of energy saving, emission reduction and extending the service life of the hull. It is of great significance in marine environmental protection and ship economic operation.
Post time: Dec-15-2023