Zinc anodes for boats, also known as marine zinc anodes or boat anodes, are sacrificial metal components used to protect the hull and underwater metal parts of boats and yachts from corrosion caused by galvanic currents in seawater.
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1-2 weeks delivery time Shield your boat's hull from corrosion with the Vetus ZINK25C Hull Anode Type 25 Zinc, an essential safeguard crafted to endure the challenges of saltwater and brackish environments. Designed with durability in mind, this zinc anode provides reliable protection, ensuring your vessel remains in optimal condition for years to come, making it a vital asset for any marine enthusiast or boat owner.
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$ 110,54
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1-2 weeks delivery time Protect your boat from galvanic corrosion in saltwater or brackish water environments with the Vetus ZINK35C Hull Anode Type 35 Zinc. This durable zinc anode, with its rectangular contour and dimensions of 300mm x 80mm x 35mm, offers reliable defense and long-lasting performance for various hull types and sizes.
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$ 152,56
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1-2 weeks delivery time Shield your vessel from corrosion in inland or freshwater environments with the Vetus ALU08C Hull Anode Type 8. Crafted from durable aluminium and designed for transom mounting, this anode offers reliable protection for your boat's hull, ensuring its longevity and performance.
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$ 33,39
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus ALU15C Hull Anode Type 15 Aluminium is a high-performance anode designed specifically for vessels operating in freshwater environments. Made from a durable aluminium-indium-zinc alloy (Mil - A - 24779 SH), this anode offers superior cathodic protection, preventing corrosion of metal parts below the waterline. Its streamlined rectangular design ensures a secure fit while minimizing drag, making it ideal for boats with fibreglass, wooden, or steel hulls. With a protective paint layer on the mounting side, it safeguards your boat's finish during installation. The Vetus ALU15C is lightweight (0.49 kg) and easy to install with a bolt-on system, and it is recommended for use in low-salinity waters where aluminium anodes outperform zinc. Please note that the connection kit is sold separately.
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$ 35,11
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus ALU25C Hull Anode is an advanced aluminium anode designed for vessels operating in inland (fresh) waters, offering superior corrosion protection due to its aluminium-indium-zinc alloy (Mil - A - 24779 SH). This anode ensures effective cathodic protection for all underwater metal parts, including steel, aluminium, fiberglass, and wooden hulls. Its streamlined rectangular shape reduces drag, improving fuel efficiency and boat performance. The ALU25C features a protective paint layer on the mounting side to prevent surface damage during installation. It is easy to install with specially made studs for steel hulls or through-hull bolts for fiberglass and wooden boats, though the connection kit is sold separately. With a weight of 1.1 kg and dimensions of 250 mm in length, 30 mm in height, and 75 mm in width, it provides long-lasting protection.
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$ 60,44
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1-2 weeks delivery time Enhance the corrosion protection of your boat, especially when navigating in freshwater, with the Vetus ALU35C Aluminum Fuselage Anode, Type 35. This high-quality anode is specifically designed to excel in freshwater conditions, offering superior corrosion resistance and prolonging the life of your marine equipment. Crafted from durable aluminum, the ALU35C ensures longevity and reliable protection, making it an ideal choice for boats that predominantly operate in freshwater environments. Upgrade your vessel confidently, knowing that this precision-engineered anode provides effective corrosion prevention and contributes to the overall durability of your marine systems.
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$ 108,81
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus ZKITS Connection for steel hull is an essential mounting kit designed for anodes on steel hulls, specifically those with M10 and above specifications. This kit, consisting of 1 bolt with a nut, provides a reliable and secure solution for affixing anodes to your steel hull using screws. Its design not only ensures a straightforward assembly process but also facilitates easy replacement of the anode when necessary. Whether you are installing new anodes or maintaining corrosion protection, the ZKITS offers a practical and efficient way to secure anodes to your steel hull, contributing to the long-term integrity of your vessel.
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$ 17,84
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1-2 weeks delivery time Introducing the Vetus ZKITP, the essential connection kit designed for easy assembly and replacement of anodes on wood or GRP hulls, ensuring effective protection against corrosion.
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$ 23,60
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1-2 weeks delivery time Protect your boat's hull from corrosion with the Vetus BOA001Z - a durable zinc anode designed for easy bolt-on installation. With its rectangular shape and lightweight design, this anode ensures efficient protection against galvanic corrosion, providing peace of mind for your marine vessel's longevity and performance.
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$ 9,78
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus BOA002Z Zinc Anode is a crucial component designed to protect bow thrusters from galvanic corrosion in marine environments. With its bolt-on design, installation is made easy, ensuring a secure attachment to the bow thruster. This sacrificial anode is crafted from high-quality zinc, offering reliable and long-lasting corrosion protection by sacrificially corroding instead of essential metal components. The BOA002Z is an essential choice for maintaining and extending the longevity of your boat's bow thruster, providing dependable corrosion prevention and ensuring the integrity of your vessel in diverse marine conditions.
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$ 15,55
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1-2 weeks delivery time Shield your boat's hull from corrosion with the Vetus BOA003A - a robust aluminum skin anode designed for effortless installation and reliable protection. With its rectangular shape and lightweight design, this 0.44 kg anode offers peace of mind, ensuring your vessel stays corrosion-free in harsh marine environments.
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$ 17,84
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1-2 weeks delivery time Guard your boat against corrosion with the Vetus BOA003Z - a durable zinc hull anode designed for easy bolt-on installation. With its rectangular shape and substantial gross weight of 0.94kg, this anode ensures effective protection, providing peace of mind for prolonged voyages in corrosive marine environments.
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$ 23,60
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1-2 weeks delivery time Safeguard your vessel in freshwater environments with the Vetus BOA004A - a durable aluminum hull anode designed for bolt-on installation. With its rectangular shape and substantial gross weight of 0.87kg, this anode provides reliable protection against corrosion, ensuring the integrity of your boat's hull for extended periods of navigation.
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$ 31,09
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1-2 weeks delivery time Shield your boat against corrosion with the Vetus BOA004Z - a sturdy zinc hull anode designed for bolt-on installation. With its rectangular shape and impressive gross weight of 1.94kg, this anode ensures reliable protection, preserving the integrity of your vessel's hull in demanding marine conditions.
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$ 48,93
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1-2 weeks delivery time Ensure long-lasting protection for your boat's hull with the Vetus BOA005A - a robust aluminum hull anode designed for effortless bolt-on installation. With its rectangular shape and substantial gross weight of 1.52kg, this anode delivers reliable defense against galvanic corrosion, safeguarding your vessel's integrity in diverse marine environments.
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$ 54,11
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1-2 weeks delivery time Protect your boat from corrosion with the Vetus BOA005Z - a robust zinc hull anode designed for easy bolt-on installation. With its rectangular shape and impressive gross weight of 3.40kg, this anode provides extensive coverage and reliable defense against galvanic corrosion in harsh marine environments, ensuring the longevity of your vessel's hull.
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$ 87,50
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1-2 weeks delivery time Protect your vessel with the Vetus BOA006A - a reliable aluminum hull anode designed for weld-on installation. Featuring a rectangular shape and a gross weight of 2.40kg, this anode ensures comprehensive coverage and effective defense against galvanic corrosion in marine environments, guaranteeing the longevity of your boat's hull.
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$ 87,50
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1-2 weeks delivery time Secure your vessel against corrosion with the Vetus BOA006Z - a durable zinc hull anode designed for screw mounting. With its rectangular shape and substantial weight of 5.60 kg, this anode ensures extensive coverage and reliable defense against galvanic corrosion in marine environments, guaranteeing the longevity of your boat's hull.
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$ 125,50
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1-2 weeks delivery time Protect your vessel with the Vetus BOA007A - a robust aluminum hull anode designed for weld-on installation. Featuring a rectangular shape and a substantial gross weight of 4.50kg, this anode ensures comprehensive coverage and reliable defense against galvanic corrosion in marine environments, ensuring the longevity of your boat's hull.
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$ 157,16
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1-2 weeks delivery time Shield your vessel from corrosion with the Vetus BOA007Z - a robust aluminum hull anode designed for screw mounting. Featuring a rectangular shape and a substantial weight of 10.40 kg, this anode ensures extensive coverage and reliable defense against galvanic corrosion in marine environments, providing enduring protection for your boat's hull.
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$ 218,76
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How do zinc anodes protect marine engines and outboard motors from corrosion?
Zinc anodes, also known as sacrificial anodes, protect marine engines and outboard motors by corroding in place of more important metal parts, such as the hull or outboard components. By attaching hull zinc anodes or trim tab anodes, the less noble zinc metal is sacrificed when placed in an electrolyte solution like saltwater, preventing corrosion of the engine and other vital boat components. Other anodes, like aluminum and magnesium, are also used based on the water type, but zinc remains the popular choice for saltwater environments due to its effective corrosion prevention.
The right choice of marine anodes, whether zinc, aluminum, or magnesium, can greatly extend the lifespan of your boat and its components. Products like the boat lift zinc anode and trim tab anode help protect specific areas from galvanic corrosion. Using high-quality anodes at unbeatable prices is a smart investment for boaters who want to store their boat safely and protect outboard engines and other critical parts. Even components like 316 stainless steel cables benefit from reduced exposure to corrosive damage when effective sacrificial anodes are in place.
How do aluminum, zinc, and magnesium anodes differ in protecting a boat?
Aluminum, zinc, and magnesium anodes all serve as sacrificial metals to protect boats from corrosion, but they perform differently based on the environment. Zinc anodes are commonly used in saltwater, whereas aluminum anodes offer versatility for both salt and brackish water, providing more efficient protection due to their lighter alloy composition. Magnesium anodes are best suited for freshwater applications as they are a more reactive, "less noble" metal, ideal for preventing corrosion in low salinity environments, such as lakes and rivers.
Why is anode placement on the hull plate important for effective corrosion protection?
Proper placement of boat zinc anodes on the hull plate is crucial for effective corrosion protection, as it ensures the sacrificial zinc can adequately neutralize galvanic currents and protect vulnerable metal areas. Anodes like martyr anodes, rudder zincs, and plate zinc are strategically placed to cover high-risk spots on a metal boat, preventing corrosion from spreading. Using a zinc anode kit helps streamline the placement process, ensuring a comprehensive approach to corrosion protection for your boat and its underwater components.
For a complete corrosion prevention solution, explore our Anodes for Aluminium Boats, designed for maximum durability and efficiency.
Are there any specific maintenance practices for prolonging the lifespan of marine fuel pumps?
Regularly changing the boat motor fuel filter is essential to prevent contaminants from reaching the fuel pump, ensuring its longevity and optimal performance. Additionally, keeping the entire fuel system clean and free from debris is crucial in maintaining the efficiency of the marine fuel pump, which plays a vital role in supplying clean fuel to the engine.
For enhanced protection against corrosion in saltwater environments, consider installing Boat Anodes For Saltwater.