GIT Coatings Consumable
XGIT-PROP
Graphene-based hard foul-release propeller coating with specialized primer, free of biocides, copper and silicone oils, that can be groomed without damage.
Description
XGIT-PROP is a durable graphene-based hard foul-release propeller coating that helps keep the propeller smooth and efficient over the dry-docking period. It combines a specialized primer, which improves adhesion to the propeller substrate, with a durable foul-release topcoat.
Key features
- More resistant to mechanical damage than traditional SPC and foul-release coatings, so it can be groomed and cleaned without damage
- Free of biocides, copper and silicone oils
- Low VOC content
- A global tanker company independently validated 3–4% fuel savings over six months compared with vessels without propeller coating
Applications
- Propellers of tankers and other commercial vessels
- Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) has extended its adoption of XGIT-PROP
Specifications
| Fuel savings | 3–4% (six-month validation) |
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