Not every cover is designed the same wayāand not every application is a good fit for a traditional pole-supported vent.
Boat VentĀ® AERO was developed as a low-profile, sew-in ventilation solution for covers where Boat VentĀ® 2 or Boat VentĀ® 3 may not be practical. Its streamlined teardrop shape, louvered front, and sew-in construction make it a versatile option for marine canvas and other enclosed-cover applications.
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Designed for Difficult Cover Applications
Traditional support vents work well when a cover can be properly tented with a support pole. But some covers are tight-fitting, sharply angled, or simply do not have a practical location for a support pole.
Boat VentĀ® AERO gives canvas shops and fabricators another option. Because it is sewn directly into the cover, AERO can be positioned where ventilation is needed without requiring a support pole underneath.
Potential applications include:
- Cockpit covers
- Sailboat covers
- Personal watercraft and Jet Ski covers
- Tight-fitting boat covers
- Sloped, sharply angled, or vertical cover sections
- Canvas storage enclosures
- Grill and outdoor-kitchen covers
- Patio-furniture covers
- RV canvas and recreational-equipment covers
A Low-Profile Teardrop Design
One of the most distinctive features of Boat VentĀ® AERO is its shape.
Rather than using the traditional mushroom-style profile found on many top-mounted vents, AERO uses a streamlined teardrop design that sits closer to the surface of the cover.
The shape also serves a functional purpose. Its directional profile helps guide water around and away from the vent opening, helping reduce the opportunity for water to enter beneath the cover.
For canvas professionals, the lower profile also provides a cleaner, more integrated appearance on modern cover designs.
Built to Promote Airflow
Covered boats and equipment can trap heat and moisture, especially during storage.
Boat VentĀ® AERO's louvered opening allows passive airflow beneath the cover, helping release trapped heat and moisture and reducing the conditions that can contribute to:
- Condensation
- Mildew
- Mold growth
- Musty odors
The louvered front also helps limit direct exposure to rain and debris while helping deter insects and small pests from entering beneath the cover.
Built-In Drainage
Marine covers are regularly exposed to rain and moisture, which is why Boat VentĀ® AERO includes drainage slits near the bottom of the vent.
If incidental water enters the vent, these openings provide a path for it to escape instead of remaining trapped inside.
Combined with the teardrop profile and protective louvers, the drainage system provides another layer of water management for covered applications.
Sewn Directly Into the Canvas
Boat VentĀ® AERO is designed to be sewn directly into marine canvas or other suitable cover material.
For canvas shops and fabricators, this provides a clean, permanent installation that can be incorporated into the cover during fabrication.
There is no support pole required for the vent itself, giving fabricators greater flexibility when choosing where ventilation should be placed.
Small or Large
Small Boat VentĀ® AERO
A compact option for cockpit covers, personal watercraft covers, smaller enclosures, tight-fitting covers, and restricted installation areas.
Size with Louvers:
Length: 7.50" (19.05 cm)
Width: 5.25" (13.34 cm)
Height: 1.25" (3.18 cm)
Large Boat VentĀ® AERO
Designed for sailboat covers, large marine covers, larger canvas enclosures, and applications with steep or difficult angles.
The Large AERO features a one-piece louvered front for a durable and straightforward sew-in installation.
Size with Louvers:
Length: 10.625" (26.99 cm)
Width: 7.625" (19.37 cm)
Height: 2.25" (5.72 cm)
Choose the Material and Color
Both Small and Large Boat VentĀ® AERO models are available in:
Materials
- Soft rubber
- Durable polycarbonate
Colors
- Black
- White
These options give fabricators more flexibility when matching the vent to the cover material, shape, and finished appearance.
One Vent. Multiple Applications.
Boat VentĀ® AERO was developed for marine canvas, but its sew-in design and low-profile shape open the door to a wide range of enclosed-cover applications.
Whether the project is a cockpit cover, sailboat cover, personal watercraft cover, RV canvas, or outdoor-equipment cover, Boat VentĀ® AERO provides another way to build passive ventilation directly into the cover.
Interested in Trying Boat VentĀ® AERO?
Contact Vico Marine to request a sample, discuss an application, or determine which size, material, and color may be best for your next project.
Vico Marine
Email: sales@vicoplastics.com
Toll-Free: 800-984-6709
Phone: 262-521-9810