FAQ

How often should you change your anodes?

Generally speaking you should replace your anodes when they appear to be half their original size. A season is considered 6 months. Now, there are many factors that determine how long you anodes will last. If you use the boat longer or if you stay in the water year-round, you will have to change your anodes mid-season. If you dock near a steel bulkhead or near a vessel that has an electrical issue the anodes will also dissolve quicker. Water temperature and salinity also have an effect on the rate at which anodes dissolve. With all these factors that are not within your control you should always start out with the best quality anodes with a proven record of extended life under "normal" circumstances, so insist on using B&S Marine anodes every time.

1. What are zinc anodes?
2. I hear a lot about aluminum anodes; should I use aluminum anodes or zinc anodes?
3. What kind of zinc does B&S use?
4. There's a lot of emphasis on "hand-poured" zinc anodes on your website. Why does B&S Marine Anodes hand pour their zincs? How are other zincs made?
5. Sometimes, mid-season my zincs are gone. Did they fall off?