Hangar 9 UltraCote, Corsair Blue

Functions

High tech polyester covering
Distinct multi temperature level-managed adhesive shrinking|shrinking}|shrinking} system
Versatile and simple to use
Patented polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning of the covering on your model.
Light weight at .30 oz/sq. ft.
Fuel evidence to radiance fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water evidence as well.

Overview

Hangar 9 UltraCote® is a high tech polyester covering that includes a unique multi temperature-controlled adhesive and shrinkage system, making it versatile and simple to use. A trademarked polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits rearranging the covering on your model. UltraCote's special ability to both diminish and extend make it superior to other coverings for walking around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temperature ranges are as follows:

Adhesion to wood starts at 200 to 220 degrees F.
Shrinkage beginning starts at 300 degrees F.
Maximum shrinkage is at 350 degrees F.

 



Surface Preparation:
The covering job can only be as good as the finish of the surface area it's applied over. In order for the covering to effectively adhere to a surface, the surface area should {first|initially} be smooth and clean. Sand the model using a sanding block and gradually finer sandpaper, with the final sanding being done with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all of the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave unsightly bumps. Fill gaps and dents with a high-quality filler. If using light-colored UltraCote® (such as white or yellow), use a tan-colored filler that matches the wood color to avoid|avoid} the filler from {showing|revealing} through.

Pro Pointer - Some professional home builders “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the ultimate finish. After the model is sanded, use a wet cloth to clean down the model. Some modelers choose to use a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to moisten the surface areas to be covered. As the surface area dries, anchored wood fibers in the surface area will “stand up.” When dry, sand the surface areas again using 320 or 400 grit paper. Raising the grain now and sanding it off will avoid the grain from raising later on under the covering, developing a rough finish. Vacuum the model thoroughly and prevent touching the model with oily hands.Your model is now check outy|prepared|all set} for covering!



Trim Film to Size:
Start by covering the bottom of one wing half. Utilizing scissors or sharp pastime knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a couple of inches larger than needed to cover the wing. Get rid of the backing (conserve for later on) and put the covering with the adhesive (dull) side down, centered over the wing. Set the covering iron to the application temperature level of 220°F.

Pro Pointer - If the iron you're using does not show the real temperature level, here is an idea that will ensure your iron is effectively set.Water boils at 212°F. Enable your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its supported temperature level, carefully put a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Adjust the temperature level until the water simply starts to boil off. This technique is remarkably precise and is typically within 10° (of the exact application temperature level of 220).


Adding Covering to Spar:
Tack the covering to the spar or the peak of the wing, using your iron as revealed (an iron sock is highly recommened). Gently pull the covering towards the root and towards the tip, as you work the iron from the center of the spar to the root and tip of the wing. Press gently with the iron, permitting the heat (not pressure) to activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the peak. Preferably, the covering will naturally lay flat versus the entire surface area with a minimum of wrinkles.


Covering a Solid-Sheeted Wing:
If covering a solid-sheeted wing, work from the center of the spar external to the trailing edge and after that to the leading edge as revealed, using the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle establishes, the covering can be carefully lifted and reapplied.


Covering an Open-Structure Wing:
If covering an open-structure wing, work from the spar towards the trailing edge, gently moving the iron (set at 220°) towards the trailing edge with the iron getting in touch with 2 ribs. Utilizing your iron, adhere the covering to the staying ribs, working toward the tip and the root. Now complete the open structure leading edge, using the exact same technique. If the leading edge is sheeted, then follow the technique listed above under “Covering a Solid-Sheeted Wing.”


Sealing the Edges:
With the iron set to 220°F, seal the leading and trailing edges. Utilizing a straight edge and a sharp #11 pastime knife, carefully cut the excess covering from the leading and trailing edge, permitting a minimum of a 1/4" overlap to wrap around the leading and trailing edge of the wing. Now seal the leading and trailing edges securely with the covering iron.


Wing Pointer:
Depending upon the amount of the curvature of the wing tip, high heat (as much as 350°F) might be needed to diminish and extend the covering to eliminate all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and extend the covering around the wing tip while using heat with the iron. Keep in mind, UltraCote® can be carefully lifted and rearranged to help eliminate wrinkles. This function is helpful, specifically when covering sharply curved wing suggestions. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the tip until the covering is past the center of the tip. It might be needed to increase the temperature level of the iron to accomplish greater shrinkage to eliminate all wrinkles. Trim the excess covering using a #11 pastime knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.

Pro Pointer - If sealing the covering in tight areas such as corners or fillets, using the Wall mount 9 ProTrim Sealing Tool is extremely handy and leads to a professional finish.


Covering the Top of the Wing:
Utilizing the backing from the wing panel that you simply covered as a design template, cut a piece of UltraCote® to be applied to the top of the wing. Be sure to cut a top panel, ensuring that the adhesive is on the right side. Use the covering to the top of the wing using the exact same techniques as explained in actions 3 through 6. Be sure that the covering overlaps a minimum of a 1/4" when cutting the edges and securely seal the edges with the iron.


Shrinking the Covering:
Now it’s time to diminish the covering. With the iron set to 300°F, use heat using the exact same pattern utilized to use the covering beginning at the spar and working external. It might be needed to increase the temperature level to 320°F to get rid of stubborn wrinkles. Utilize the minimum amount of heat needed to tighten the covering.

Pro Pointer - Usage heat, not pressure, to diminish the covering taught. If pressure is applied, gouges can be pressed into the wood. Let heat, not pressure, do the work.
Alternate Method: A heat gun can also be utilized to diminish the covering. This works especially well over an open structure. It can also be utilized over a solid structure if a Wall mount 9 Covering Glove™ is utilized to gently push the covering to the surface area after heat is applied.


Covering Fuselages and Other Solid Surface areas:
The technique for covering fuselages and other simple flat surface areas is identical to covering a solid wing. Start with the bottom, then sides, and finally the top. First, tack the center of the surface area down using an iron set to 220°F.Work external from the center, bonding the covering to the surface area. Trim and seal the edges. About 1/4" or more overlap is recommended when using the next piece of covering. Shrink the covering, using the exact same technique as explained above.

Important: Even if you're experienced in using other brands of covering, it’s important to read the following instructions. UltraCote® integrates a unique multi temperature controlled adhesive and shrinkage system that makes achieving professional covering outcomes easy.

Multi-Temperature Control System:
Comprehending the benefits of this system and ways to use it will make covering with UltraCote® simple and help to guarantee professional outcomes. When using UltraCote®, there are three crucial temperature levels to be conscious of.

Application Tempature-220°F (100°C):
At 220°, the adhesive on UltraCote® ends up being active, permitting the covering to be connected to the model.While 220° will totally bond the covering to the model, it is well listed below the temperature level that triggers UltraCote® to diminish. This is precisely what's required when very first attaching covering to the model to avoid the covering from distorting.

Pro Pointer - Numerous professional home builders mark this temperature level on their covering iron with a marker or striping tape for quick recommendation, as this temperature level is utilized frequently whenever putting on covering.

Shrink On-Set Temperature-300°F (134°C)
At 300°F, UltraCote® starts to diminish. This is called the Shrink On-Set point. After the covering is connected using an iron set to 220°F, the next action is to diminish the covering. This initial shrinking is done with the iron set at 300°F.
Maximum Shrinkage Temperature-350°F (162°C)
At 350°F, UltraCote® reaches its maximum shrinking point. Raising the temperature level above this point will not cause additional shrinkage.

The rate of shrinkage is not straight in percentage to the temperature level. The chart to the right demonstrates how the majority of the shrinkage rate happens between 300°F and 330°F. At greater temperature levels UltraCote® continues to diminish but at a much slower rate. The tiniest amount of shrinkage happens between 340°F and 350°F. This is handy to keep in mind when shrinking and tightening covering.


Essential:When UltraCote® is diminished to a particular temperature level, a higher temperature level should be utilized to additional diminish the covering. For instance, if the covering was diminished using 320°F and wrinkles begin to appear/reappear, it will be needed to use over 320°F to accomplish additional shrinkage.

Pro Pointer - Constantly use the minimum heat needed to remove wrinkles when tightening the covering, hence permitting a lot of shrinkage/temperature range staying if it's needed to additional diminish the covering.



Helpful Tips

Several Colors:
When using covering with a second color, it’s important that the light color be applied first (under the dark color) to prevent the dark color from showing through. Where colors satisfy or at the edge of the covering, it is very important to not overheat this area (over 300°F), as this will diminish and misshape the straight edge.

Use a Sealing Iron Sock:
A covering sock placed over the iron is highly recommended, as it normally prevents the surface area of the iron from scratching. The sock takes in heat and will need the user to work slower or to turn the warm up 10%. Nearly all professional home builders use covering socks. Hangar 9™ offers one of the best that includes muslin on one side to avoid heat damage and soft cotton on the opposite for a soft, scratch-free finish.

Dryer is Much better:
Wood naturally takes in moisture.Wood models actually grow and diminish slightly throughout various seasons. This can be experienced by taking a trip from the damp Midwest of the United State to the dry deserts of Las Vegas. After a couple of days in the desert, the model establishes covering sags due to model shrinkage. It is recommend that you cover the model in a dry environment if possible. Placing the model in a space with a dehumidifier for a number of days prior to covering the model might avoid the covering from sagging due to model shrinkage.

Painting:
UltraCote® will accept most types of polyurethane, epoxy, and automobile acrylic paints. It’s recommended that the surface area be scuffed with 000 steel wool or Scotch® brilliant pads then thoroughly cleaned up with acetone or thinner prior to painting. Model Dope or butyrate-based paint are not suitable with UltraCote®.

Bubbles and Blemishes:
Occasionally the extreme heat from the sun can cause bubbles and acnes in the covering, specifically when using dark colors. To remove these, heat the bubbled area using a heat gun to expand the air under the covering, causing the bubble to rise. Rapidly pop the bubble using a needle then clean the area using a cold, damp wash cloth. The damp wash cloth rapidly cools the area, permitting the covering to re-adhere. It might take a number of tries to totally remove the bubble/blemish, but this technique works great.

Clean Up:
The adhesive can be eliminated from the iron or model using acetone or a moderate thinner.



Requirements

Length: 6.5' (78")
Width: 23.5"
Weight: .3oz per square foot