{"product_id":"mdl-25","title":"Zinc Shaft Anode MDX-5 1-1\/4\"","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"338\"\u003eThe MDX-5 is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"132\"\u003ezinc shaft anode designed for 1-1\/4\" propeller shafts\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing essential sacrificial protection for inboard running gear. Installed directly on the shaft, it corrodes first—protecting shafts, propellers, and nearby underwater metals from galvanic corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"503\"\u003eConstructed from marine-grade zinc alloy, it is specifically intended for \u003cstrong data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"440\"\u003esaltwater environments\u003c\/strong\u003e, where zinc delivers stable and reliable corrosion protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"745\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"563\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eFits 1-1\/4\" shaft diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eMarine-grade \u003cstrong data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"605\"\u003ehigh-purity zinc alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eTwo-piece clamp-on design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eProvides 360° shaft protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"705\"\u003esaltwater use\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eEasy installation and replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"750\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eApplication \/ Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"887\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"829\"\u003e1-1\/4\" propeller shafts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eInboard propulsion systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eShaft-driven vessels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"901\"\u003e✔ Common on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"914\"\u003eCruisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eSailboats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eSportfish and workboats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e✔ Protects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"990\"\u003ePropeller shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eStruts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eProp hubs and surrounding metals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eAlways confirm:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eShaft diameter (\u003cstrong data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003e1-1\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eClearance between shaft and strut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eProper anode length and OD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eCorrect sizing ensures proper clamping and electrical contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eAnode is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e50% or more consumed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eLoose fit on shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eUneven or rapid wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003eRoutine haul-out inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eInstall on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eclean, bare shaft surface\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eTighten evenly for full contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eDo not paint the anode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003ePosition clear of strut and propeller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003eRecheck tightness after initial run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eAlternate \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eMDX-5 (aftermarket reference)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eMartyr equivalent available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eAluminum version available for mixed water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003eMagnesium version available for freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eShaft anodes like the MDX-5 are your \u003cstrong data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003efirst line of defense for running gear\u003c\/strong\u003e. If they’re wearing quickly, it usually means they’re doing their job—but it can also indicate stray current issues worth checking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2187\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eShipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WEST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563930877988,"sku":"x5","price":21.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/b114db96-5b94-49fa-b681-43be29b4d8f9.png?v=1775077128","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/mdl-25","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}