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6.2.1 Aluminium treatment M-400® maintenance & principle
Anytec boats have a patented surface treatment on all aluminium surfaces, called M-
400®. The treatment bonds to the aluminium and strengthens its characteristics, giving
the boat hull a fantastic shine while preventing oxidation.M-400 chemical resistance is
significantly higher than untreated aluminium.
We recommend regular rinse with clean fresh water on M400 treated surfaces. If you do
not allow aggressive substances to "burn", the surface works relatively self-washing
(hydrophobic) with fresh water. In that case, collections of salts and soils are washed
away. On untreated aluminium, these salt oxidise the aluminium and thus bound to the
surface. On surfaces that are in the water (e.g. below the water line), a mild brush can be
used regularly to easily remove algae and the like, which mostly cannot get a good grip
on the M400, yet smooth/shiny surfaces attract them. On other surfaces, a mild sponge
can be used in combination with a mild (pH-neutral) shampoo, followed by a rinse.
Regular car shampoos works great. If desired, the M400 can be waxed and polished like a
car. However always avoid abrasive rubbing as this may damage the thin layer's
properties.
Despite the strong protection of the surfaces, please keep in mind that the protective
layer is very thin. Just like a fine ceramic frying pan, you should choose the right tools
and means for cleaning. Avoid aggressive chemicals and salt dries/burns in the surface, as
they will become difficult to remove over time. The use of abrasive methods for washing
(such as polishing discs or sponges) may gradually wear down the surface and its
protection. Strong basic chemicals are directly oxidising on aluminium and should,
therefore, be avoided in any case, although the M400 is significantly better than pure
aluminium. The acid resistance of the M400 is relatively high, despite the thin layer.
However, as acids are also highly corrosive on pure aluminium, these should also be
avoided.
After many years of use, or in case of damages to surfaces such as hull repairs, the
treatment may be renewed. To get a good result, the complete hull should be polished
and treated again. As a minimum at least full outside surfaces and full inside surfaces
should be treated, as partial treatments may result in a bad visual impression (colour and
surface variations). Contact your Anytec dealer for further details.
6.2.2 Hull below water, antifouling treatment
The hull below water can be better protected by applying special hull antifouling, In
particular when the boat is used in salt water areas. It is essential to choose the correct
type of primer and top coat, suitable for aluminium hulls and your local conditions.
If the boat was delivered with antifouling from the factory (optional), Anytec have used
the following products:
Primer: International Intergard 563 (white)
Glue for anti-fouling: International Intergard 263 (grey)
Anti-fouling: International Trilux 33 (black)
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