Pettit Hydrocoat ECO Blue 1204 is a premium copper-free, water-based, multi-season ablative antifouling bottom paint designed to deliver powerful protection against marine fouling while offering easier application and cleanup than traditional solvent-based bottom paints.
Hydrocoat ECO combines Pettit's proven water-based Hydrocoat Technology with a powerful dual-biocide system featuring ECONEA® and Zinc Pyrithione. This combination provides excellent protection against both hard marine growth and slime in demanding marine environments.
Because Hydrocoat ECO is completely copper-free, it is safe for use on a wide variety of substrates, including aluminum and steel, making it an excellent choice for aluminum boats and other vessels where traditional copper-based antifouling paints may not be appropriate.
100% copper-free antifouling formula
Water-based technology
Powerful dual-biocide protection
Contains ECONEA® and Zinc Pyrithione
Excellent multi-season antifouling protection
Safe for use on aluminum
Safe for use on steel
Suitable for virtually all common marine substrates
Self-polishing copolymer ablative technology
Controlled paint-film wear continuously exposes fresh biocide
Helps eliminate excessive paint buildup
Eliminates the need for sanding between coats when properly maintained
Compatible over almost all existing bottom paints
Low VOC compared with traditional solvent-based coatings
No heavy solvent smell
Easy application
Soap-and-water cleanup
Does not lose effectiveness when the boat is removed from the water
Lloyd's Register certified
Hydrocoat ECO is an excellent choice for:
Powerboats
Sailboats
Cruising vessels
Aluminum boats
Steel vessels
Fiberglass boats
Boats requiring copper-free antifouling protection
Boats kept in the water for extended periods
Boats periodically hauled and relaunched
Vessels operating in demanding fouling environments
Hydrocoat ECO provides effective antifouling protection without copper or heavy-metal biocides.
Its active antifouling system combines:
ECONEA® (Tralopyril) – 6%
Provides powerful protection against hard marine fouling.
Zinc Pyrithione – 4.8%
Acts as a slime-fighting biocide to provide broader antifouling protection.
Together, these biocides provide excellent multi-season performance while allowing Hydrocoat ECO to be safely used on substrates such as aluminum.
Unlike conventional bottom paints that rely heavily on organic solvents, Hydrocoat ECO uses water-based technology.
This provides several practical advantages:
Significantly reduced solvent odor
Low VOC content
Easier application
Cleanup with soap and fresh water
Easier working conditions for DIY users and professional boatyards
Hydrocoat ECO's copolymer ablative film gradually wears away during use.
This controlled polishing action continuously exposes fresh antifouling material while helping prevent excessive layers of old bottom paint from accumulating.
The result is a cleaner, smoother underwater surface with less sanding and buildup during future maintenance.
Brand: Pettit
Product: Hydrocoat ECO
Product Number: 1204
Color: Blue
Type: Water-Based Copper-Free Ablative Antifouling
Finish: Flat
Biocides: ECONEA® 6% / Zinc Pyrithione 4.8%
Solids by Weight: 73% ± 2%
Solids by Volume: 40% ± 2%
Coverage: Approximately 430 sq. ft. per gallon
Wet Film Thickness: 4 mils
Dry Film Thickness: 1.4 mils
Recommended Coats: Minimum 2 coats per season, plus an additional coat at the waterline
Application Temperature: 50°F–90°F
Application: Brush, Roller, Airless Spray or Conventional Spray
Maximum Roller Nap: 3/16"
Thinner: Clean fresh water
VOC: Approximately 150 g/L
At approximately 70°F:
Touch Dry: approximately 30 minutes
Recoat: approximately 3 hours
Launch: approximately 16 hours
At approximately 90°F:
Touch Dry: approximately 15 minutes
Recoat: approximately 1½ hours
Launch: approximately 12 hours
At approximately 50°F:
Touch Dry: approximately 1 hour
Recoat: approximately 6 hours
Launch: approximately 48 hours
There is no maximum dry time before launching.
1 Gallon (3.8 L)
Hydrocoat ECO is an excellent choice for boat owners who want strong multi-season antifouling performance without copper or traditional solvent-heavy bottom paint.
Its combination of water-based technology, ECONEA® dual-biocide protection and self-polishing ablative performance makes it particularly attractive for aluminum boats and for customers who want easier application and cleanup.
Unlike conventional solvent-based antifouling coatings, Hydrocoat ECO can be cleaned up using soap and water, while its ablative technology minimizes paint buildup and the need for sanding between coats.
Pettit Hydrocoat ECO Blue 1204 combines copper-free multi-season antifouling protection, aluminum compatibility and convenient water-based application in one advanced self-polishing bottom paint.
