BLACK TIRE REPAIR KIT

Function and technical context

Inflatable boats are subject to continuous wear and tear resulting from contact with salt water, ultraviolet radiation and inflation and deflation cycles, which over time causes micropores, cracks or peeling of the seams in the PVC or Hypalon cover. This repair kit for inflatables in black brings together all the necessary elements to undertake an effective repair of the flotation tube without having to move the boat to a slipway: patches of compatible material, specific contact adhesive for marine rubber and application accessories. Acting on a leak or loss of pressure in the float tube immediately is critical, since the stability and buoyancy of the boat depend directly on the structural integrity of the tubes. Ignoring a leak, even a small one, can compromise the safety of the crew and lead to the progressive collapse of the floats.

When to replace or use this part?

The most common symptoms that indicate the need to repair a pneumatic tube are the progressive loss of pressure after inflation - visible when the boat appears soft for no apparent reason -, blisters or bubbles on the surface of the PVC, peeling seams or visible cuts in the canvas. It is recommended to visually inspect the flotation tubes at the beginning and end of each sailing season, paying special attention to the areas near the valves and the connection points with the rigid hull in the case of semi-rigid ones. Applying the repair kit as soon as the anomaly is detected—before using the boat again—is the most prudent decision to avoid an emergency on the water and prolong the life of the tube by several additional years.

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