Anodes: Why They Wear (or Don’t) and How to Choose the Right One Marine anodes (also called sacrificial anodes) are designed to corrode first, protecting more valuable metal components like propellers, shafts, trim tabs, and hull fittings. Anodes are often treated as...
Marine corrosion is relentless, but sacrificial anodes provide a vital line of defense—especially for propeller shafts. As technology evolves, so do anode designs. One long-standing feature in some shaft anodes is the use of copper BBs (ball bearings) to enhance...
Finding the Right Balance: Corrosion Underprotection vs. Overprotection When it comes to protecting your boat from corrosion, balance is everything. Both too little and too much cathodic protection can cause issues—leading to premature wear, unexpected maintenance,...
Protect your boat, protect our waters! It’s Time to Rethink Zinc For over 7 years, Martyr Anodes tagline has been “protect your boat, protect our waters”. This philosophy reflects our deep understanding of the delicate balance between safeguarding vessels and...
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