Description
18" Yellow Net Buoy | Boat Supply Store
This 18-inch diameter net buoy provides essential visibility for marking fishing gear or vessel positions in high-traffic marine environments. Constructed from rotationally molded polyethylene, it offers superior impact resistance and buoyancy, rated for 180 lbs. It's an indispensable tool for commercial seine net operations or marking submerged hazards off the Texas coast.
Key Features
- High Visibility bright yellow coloration for easy spotting
- Durable Construction rotationally molded polyethylene for longevity
- Significant Buoyancy rated at 180 lbs to support heavy gear
- Optimal Size 18-inch diameter ensures prominent placement
- Impact Resistant designed to withstand harsh marine conditions
- Versatile Application ideal for net marking or hazard identification
- Commercial Grade built for demanding professional use
- Secure Attachment features integrated grommets for reliable tethering
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 18 inches |
| Material | Rotationally molded polyethylene |
| Buoyancy | 180 lbs |
| Color | Yellow |
Who This Is For
Commercial fishermen requiring robust, high-visibility markers for extensive gear deployment. Ideal for boaters needing reliable hazard or channel markers in offshore conditions.
How It Compares
| Feature | 18" Yellow Net Buoy | Generic |
|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 18 inches | — |
| Buoyancy | 180 lbs | — |
| Material | Rotationally molded polyethylene | Blow-molded plastic |
| Color | Yellow | Orange |
Common Concerns Answered
Will this buoy fade quickly in sunlight?
The rotationally molded polyethylene construction incorporates UV inhibitors to significantly resist fading, ensuring long-term visibility.
How does this buoy hold up against wave action and boat traffic?
Its robust polyethylene composition provides excellent impact resistance against boat hull contact and is engineered to maintain buoyancy under constant wave action.
Is the attachment point secure enough for heavy nets?
The buoy features integrated grommets designed for secure tethering, capable of handling the stresses associated with commercial fishing net systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exact diameter of this buoy?
The buoy has an outer diameter of 18 inches.
What is the maximum weight this buoy can support?
This net buoy has a rated buoyancy of 180 pounds.
What material is used in the construction of this buoy?
It is constructed from durable, rotationally molded polyethylene.
Can this buoy be used for marking fishing gear?
Yes, its high visibility and buoyancy make it ideal for marking various types of fishing gear, including seine nets.
What color is this net buoy?
The net buoy is bright yellow for maximum visibility.
