E. Polipodio is an Italian specialist in cathodic protection and marine corrosion prevention. The company develops and manufactures sacrificial anodes and related protection systems for boats, yachts, commercial vessels, offshore structures, and other marine applications.
E. Polipodio marine anodes are designed to protect underwater metal components from galvanic corrosion. The range includes sacrificial anodes for hulls, shafts, propellers, rudders, engines, propulsion systems, and other submerged equipment, with different shapes, sizes, materials, and mounting configurations available for specific applications.
The company also develops cathodic protection systems and Marine Growth Prevention Systems (MGPS) for protecting seawater circuits and marine equipment from corrosion and biological fouling.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP009C series consists of curved sacrificial anodes supplied as a pair for compatible Volvo Penta marine propulsion systems. Available in zinc (VP009C) and aluminium (VP009C/AL), each anode measures 61 mm in length, 15 mm in width and 16 mm in profile height, with a central recessed mounting hole. The shaped body provides a matching installation profile for the corresponding drive assembly. The anodes protect electrically connected underwater metallic components against galvanic corrosion. Listed original references are 852018 for zinc and 832598 for aluminium. |
$ 9.99
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP010 is a zinc sacrificial trim anode for compatible Volvo Penta 270 sterndrive systems, corresponding to OEM reference 832934. The anode features a solid L-shaped body with two perpendicular mounting surfaces and overall dimensions of 53 × 53 × 53 mm. Two recessed fixing holes are positioned on the upright section, spaced 26 mm between centres. Designed for the corresponding Volvo Penta trim mounting position, the zinc anode provides sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic drive components. |
$ 33.67
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP015 is a zinc sacrificial plate anode for compatible Volvo Penta DPX sterndrive systems, corresponding to the F-VPX-38 configuration. The anode features a tapered trapezoidal body measuring 60 mm in overall width, 55 mm in height and 14 mm in thickness, with a 26 mm wide upper section. Two mounting holes are arranged vertically, including a lower fixing point within a recessed mounting slot. The drawing specifies a 28 mm vertical mounting dimension. Its zinc construction provides galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic drive components. |
$ 19.96
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP017 and VP017AL are semi-circular sacrificial anodes for compatible Volvo Penta marine sterndrive systems, corresponding to OEM reference 3855411. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature a curved, open-sided body measuring 147 mm in overall width, 100 mm in height and 35 mm in thickness. Two mounting points are positioned along the curved section, with a 113 mm mounting dimension indicated in the side profile. The zinc version is specified with stainless steel screws. Both materials provide sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for underwater drive components. |
$ 62.36
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP012 and VP012AL are triangular sacrificial anodes for compatible Volvo Penta marine propulsion systems, corresponding to OEM reference 872793. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature a compact body with rounded corners measuring 65 mm in overall width, 38 mm in height and 13 mm in thickness. A single recessed mounting hole is positioned near the upper centre of the triangular profile. Both material versions provide sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected metallic propulsion components exposed to water. |
$ 7.07
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP014 and VP014AL are sacrificial anodes for compatible Volvo Penta DPX sterndrive systems, corresponding to OEM reference 872139. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature an elongated body measuring 130 × 42 × 23 mm, with a central U-shaped clearance cutout measuring 36 mm wide. Two recessed mounting holes are positioned 85 mm between centres on either side of the cutout. The profiled construction provides a replacement mounting configuration for the DPX drive assembly and helps protect electrically connected underwater metallic components against galvanic corrosion. |
$ 24.35
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP025 and VP025AL are curved sacrificial anodes for compatible Volvo Penta DPH and DPR sterndrive systems, associated with OEM reference 3588745. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature a profiled body measuring 120 mm in overall length, 40 mm in front-view height and 42 mm in depth. Two recessed mounting holes are spaced 86 mm between centres, with a 17 mm fixing recess dimension and a 24 mm side-profile dimension. These anodes provide sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic drive components. |
$ 27.27
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP026 and VP026AL are two-piece sacrificial collar anodes for compatible Volvo Penta Saildrive units, corresponding to OEM reference 3888305. Available in zinc and aluminium, the split collar measures 140 mm in overall width, 105 mm across the circular body and 40 mm in height, with a central Ø45 mm opening. The assembly consists of two shaped halves with lateral mounting extensions and fixing holes spaced 75 mm between centres. The anodes provide sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic Saildrive components. |
$ 85.03
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP028 is an aluminium sacrificial bar anode for compatible Volvo Penta IPS marine propulsion systems, corresponding to original reference 40005875. The elongated rectangular body measures 270 × 85 × 30 mm and features two recessed mounting holes spaced 140 mm between centres. Each fixing position includes an oval 15 × 10 mm mounting slot within a circular recess. Designed for the corresponding Volvo Penta IPS drive assembly, the aluminium anode provides sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic propulsion components. |
$ 125.20
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP029 series consists of zinc conical sacrificial nut anodes for compatible Volvo Penta propeller shaft installations. Three versions are available: VP029 for Ø25/30 mm shafts with 3/4" UNC thread (OEM 833913), VP029A for Ø35 mm shafts with 7/8" UNC thread (OEM 833915), and VP029B for Ø40 mm shafts with 1" UNC thread (OEM 828140). Each anode features a tapered body with an internally threaded mounting bore and a transverse hole. The zinc construction provides sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater shaft and propeller components. |
$ 47.75
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP023 and VP023AL are three-piece sacrificial collar anodes for compatible Volvo Penta propulsion systems with three-blade propellers, corresponding to OEM reference 3858399. Available in zinc and aluminium, the assembly consists of three curved segments forming a split ring. The drawing specifies an outer diameter of 86 mm, an inner diameter of 64 mm, a 15 mm axial thickness and a 25 mm radial profile dimension. Each segment features a mounting hole for assembly. The anodes provide sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic propulsion components. |
$ 24.44
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio VP016 and VP016AL are ribbed sacrificial block anodes for compatible Volvo Penta DPX sterndrive systems, corresponding to OEM reference 873395. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature a rectangular finned body with a 41 mm face dimension and 34 mm depth. Two Ø6.5 mm mounting holes are spaced 27 mm between centres, with an additional 11.5 mm mounting-profile dimension shown in the drawing. The ribbed construction provides the specified replacement profile, while the sacrificial material helps protect electrically connected underwater metallic drive components against galvanic corrosion. |
$ 41.64
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio YA001 and YA001AL are sacrificial trim tab anodes for compatible Yamaha and Mariner outboard engines, corresponding to original reference 6794525100. The listed application includes Mariner 40–60 HP engines manufactured after 1991. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature a circular Ø90 mm mounting plate with an integrated fin, an overall length of 105 mm, a 70 mm fin height and a 17 mm lower profile dimension. The central mounting connection is specified as 7/16" W. Both versions provide sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for underwater metallic engine components. |
$ 29.90
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio YA004 and YA004AL are sacrificial trim tab anodes for compatible Yamaha and Mariner 60–90 HP outboard engines, corresponding to original reference 668-45371-02. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature a circular Ø90 mm mounting plate with an integrated projecting fin and an overall length of 140 mm. The drawing specifies a 49 mm fin height, an 18 mm lower profile dimension and a central M10 × 1.25 threaded mounting connection. Both versions provide sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic outboard components. |
$ 24.83
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio YA006B and YA006BAL are sacrificial trim tab anodes for compatible Yamaha and Mariner outboard engines, corresponding to OEM reference 67C-45371-00. The listed application covers Mariner 10–50 HP engines. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature a circular Ø95 mm mounting plate with an integrated projecting fin, an overall length of 110 mm and a 57 mm vertical profile dimension. A central Ø8.5 mm fixing hole provides the mounting connection. Both versions help protect electrically connected underwater metallic engine components against galvanic corrosion. |
$ 14.58
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio YA007 is a zinc sacrificial plate anode for compatible Yamaha and Mariner 60–90 HP outboard engines, corresponding to OEM reference 6H4-45251-01. The elongated rectangular body measures 205 × 35 × 17 mm and features parallel recessed channels along its surface. Two mounting holes are located near the opposite ends, spaced 187 mm between centres. The zinc construction provides sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic outboard components. The anode is cross-referenced with Trem L8146016, model F-YA 60/90. |
$ 23.36
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio YA010 and YA010AL are curved sacrificial bar anodes for compatible Yamaha and Mariner 115–225 HP outboard engines, corresponding to OEM reference 6G5-45251-02. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature a raised, bridge-shaped body with parallel longitudinal ribs, measuring 203 mm in overall length, 45 mm in width and 50 mm in height. The mounting arrangement includes fixing positions spaced 185 mm longitudinally, with a 23 mm transverse mounting dimension. Both versions provide sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic engine components. |
$ 50.83
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Polipodio YA011 and YA011AL are sacrificial trim tab anodes for compatible Yamaha and Mariner 115–225 HP outboard engines, corresponding to OEM reference 6E5-45371-01. Available in zinc and aluminium, the anodes feature a circular Ø90 mm mounting plate with an integrated fin, a 90 mm side-profile length and a 57 mm vertical fin dimension. The lower mounting section measures 17 mm, with a central M10 × 1.25 threaded connection. Both versions provide sacrificial galvanic corrosion protection for electrically connected underwater metallic outboard components. |
$ 29.90
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What is E. Polipodio known for in the marine industry?
E. Polipodio specializes in cathodic protection and marine corrosion prevention. Its marine range includes sacrificial anodes, cathodic protection systems, and Marine Growth Prevention Systems for recreational, commercial, and professional marine applications.
What are E. Polipodio anodes used for?
E. Polipodio anodes are used to protect submerged metal components from galvanic corrosion. Typical applications include hulls, propeller shafts, propellers, rudders, engines, propulsion equipment, and other underwater metal parts.
What types of marine anodes does E. Polipodio offer?
The range includes sacrificial anodes in different shapes, sizes, materials, and mounting configurations for various marine installations.
The correct anode depends on the equipment being protected, water environment, dimensions, mounting arrangement, and required protection level.
Can E. Polipodio anodes be used as replacements for existing marine anodes?
Yes. Replacement can often be identified by comparing the existing anode’s dimensions, shape, mounting-hole spacing, weight, material, and application.
Original part references or equipment details can also help identify a suitable replacement.
What is an E. Polipodio MGPS system?
A Marine Growth Prevention System is designed to help reduce biological fouling inside seawater circuits and related marine equipment.
MGPS solutions are used alongside corrosion-protection systems in applications where seawater flow can lead to marine growth and deposits.
How can I identify the correct E. Polipodio replacement anode?
Useful information includes the existing part number where available, anode dimensions, mounting-hole spacing, material, weight, application, and photographs of the original component.
Details of the vessel, engine, shaft, propeller, or other protected equipment can also help narrow down the correct replacement.