Vetus Hull Anode Type 25, Aluminium, Excluding Connection Kit

Vetus ALU25C - Hull Anode Type 25 Aluminium Excluding Connection Kit

The Vetus ALU25C Hull Anode is a high-quality aluminium anode specifically designed to protect vessels that mostly operate in inland (fresh) waters. Aluminium anodes are ideal for these conditions as they provide better cathodic protection due to the higher potential difference between aluminium and other metals, which is crucial in fresh water environments. The Vetus ALU25C is designed for transom mounting and is compatible with steel, wooden, fiberglass, and aluminium hulls, ensuring broad application for different types of boats and ships.

This anode is made from a durable aluminium-indium-zinc alloy (Mil - A - 24779 SH), which provides excellent corrosion protection in fresh water. It features a streamlined rectangular design and is designed to be mounted using specially made studs for steel hulls or through-hull bolts for fiberglass and wooden hulls. The anode is supplied with a protective paint layer on the mounting side to avoid any damage to the boat's paintwork during installation. The connection kit for the anode is not included, and you will need to purchase one separately. It is recommended to use one connection kit per anode type.

Key Features:

• Made from an aluminium-indium-zinc alloy (Mil - A - 24779 SH) for superior corrosion resistance
• Specifically designed for vessels operating in inland (fresh) waters, where higher electrical resistance is present
• Ideal for transom mounting and designed to protect all underwater metal parts
• Effective protection for steel, wooden, fiberglass, and aluminium hulls
• Streamlined design reduces drag and improves overall performance
• Protected with a special paint layer to prevent damage to your boat’s surface during installation
• Excludes the connection kit (requires one connection kit for installation)

Specifications:

• Material: Aluminium-Indium-Zinc Alloy (Mil - A - 24779 SH)
• Type of Anode: Hull
• Contour Type: Rectangular
• Weight: 1.1 kg
• Length: 250 mm
• Height: 30 mm
• Width: 75 mm
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 40x74x244 mm
• Mounting Type: Bolt-on (studs or bolts required, sold separately)
• Protection Type: Cathodic protection for underwater metal parts
• Temperature Range: Suitable for use in temperatures between -40°C and +60°C
• Electrical Potential Difference: 0.75 V (greater than zinc anodes for better protection in fresh water)
• Recommended for: Freshwater vessels (inland cruising) and hull protection from galvanic corrosion
• Rated Current Protection: 25 A
• Mounting Studs: M8 (steel hull) or through-hull bolts (fiberglass/wood hulls, sold separately)
• Maximum Operating Depth: 10 meters
• Protection Lifetime: Approximately 2-3 years under standard use conditions
• Surface Area: 1.75 m² (effective area for protection)
• Corrosion Resistance: Excellent in fresh water with high electrical resistance
• Paint Protection: Yes, to prevent damage to paintwork during installation

Benefits:

• Optimized for use in fresh water, offering superior corrosion protection in environments with high electrical resistance
• Efficient cathodic protection for all types of underwater metal parts, including steel, aluminum, fiberglass, and wood
• Easy to install with specialized studs for steel hulls and through-hull bolts for fiberglass and wooden boats
• Protective paint layer prevents surface damage to the boat's hull during installation
• Streamlined rectangular shape reduces drag, improving fuel efficiency and boat performance
• Recommended for vessels operating in inland fresh waters, where aluminium anodes outperform zinc anodes
• Long-lasting and reliable protection against galvanic corrosion, extending the life of your vessel’s underwater metal parts
• Compatible with a wide range of hull materials, making it versatile and suitable for various boats
• Highly efficient with an electrical potential difference of 0.75 V, offering superior protection