Hangar 9 UltraCote, Cream

Features

High tech polyester covering
Unique multi temperature-managed adhesive shrinking system
Flexible and simple to use
Patented polymerizing procedure permanently fuses the color to the polyester film covering, getting rid of the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning of the covering on your model.
Light weight at .30 oz/sq. ft.
Fuel proof to glow fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water proof as well.

Overview

Hangar 9 UltraCote® is a high tech polyester covering that features a unique multi temperature-controlled adhesive and shrinkage system, making it versatile and simple to use. A patented polymerizing procedure permanently fuses the color to the polyester film covering, getting rid of the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning the covering on your model. UltraCote's unique capability to both diminish and extend make it superior to other coverings for going around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temp varieties are as follows:

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

 



Surface area Preparation:
The covering task can just be as great as the surface of the surface it's used|used} over. In order for the covering to properly adhere to a surface, the surface must initially|initially} be smooth and clean. Sand the model utilizing 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 damages with a premium filler. If utilizing light-colored UltraCote® (such as white or yellow), use a tan-colored filler that matches the wood color to prevent the filler from revealing|revealing} through.

Pro Suggestion - Some professional contractors “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the supreme surface. After the model is sanded, use a damp cloth to clean down the model. Some modelers prefer to use a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to moisten the surfaces to be covered. As the surface dries, inserted wood fibers in the surface will “stand up.” When dry, sand the surfaces again utilizing 320 or 400 grit paper. Raising the grain now and sanding it off will prevent the grain from raising later under the covering, producing a bumpy surface. Vacuum the model completely and prevent touching the model with oily hands.Your model is now check outy|prepared|all set} for covering!



Trim Movie to Size:
Start by covering the bottom of one wing half. Using scissors or sharp hobby knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a couple of inches bigger than had to cover the wing. Remove the backing (save for later) and position the covering with the adhesive (dull) side down, centered over the wing. Set the covering iron to the application temperature of 220°F.

Pro Suggestion - If the iron you're utilizing does not show the real temperature, here is a suggestion that will ensure your iron is properly set.Water boils at 212°F. Permit your iron to warm up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its stabilized temperature, thoroughly put a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface. Adjust the temperature till the water simply starts to boil off. This approach is surprisingly accurate and is typically within 10° (of the precise application temperature of 220).


Tacking Covering to Spar:
Tack the covering to the spar or the peak of the wing, utilizing your iron as revealed (an iron sock is extremely recommened). Gently pull the covering toward the root and toward the suggestion, as you work the iron from the center of the spar to the root and suggestion of the wing. Press carefully with the iron, enabling the heat (not pressure) to activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the peak. Ideally, the covering will naturally lay flat versus the whole surface 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 tracking edge then to the cutting edge as revealed, utilizing the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle establishes, the covering can be thoroughly lifted and reapplied.


Covering an Open-Structure Wing:
If covering an open-structure wing, work from the spar toward the tracking edge, carefully sliding the iron (set at 220°) toward the tracking edge with the iron calling two ribs. Using your iron, adhere the covering to the staying ribs, working toward the suggestion and the root. Now finish the open structure leading edge, utilizing the very same approach. If the leading edge is sheeted, then follow the technique noted above under “Covering a Solid-Sheeted Wing.”


Sealing the Edges:
With the iron set to 220°F, seal the leading and tracking edges. Using a straight edge and a sharp #11 hobby knife, thoroughly cut the excess covering from the leading and tracking edge, enabling a minimum of a 1/4" overlap to wrap around the leading and tracking edge of the wing. Now seal the leading and tracking edges safely with the covering iron.


Wing Suggestion:
Depending upon the amount of the curvature of the wing suggestion, high heat (up to 350°F) might be had to diminish and extend the covering to remove all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and extend the covering around the wing suggestion while using heat with the iron. Keep in mind, UltraCote® can be thoroughly lifted and repositioned to assist remove wrinkles. This function is beneficial, specifically when covering greatly curved wing tips. Continue working, pulling, and heating the covering around the suggestion till the covering is past the center of the suggestion. It might be needed to increase the temperature of the iron to accomplish higher shrinkage to remove all wrinkles. Trim the excess covering utilizing a #11 hobby knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.

Pro Suggestion - If sealing the covering in tight locations such as corners or fillets, utilizing the Wall mount 9 ProTrim Sealing Tool is very helpful and leads to a professional surface.


Covering the Top of the Wing:
Using 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. Make sure to cut a leading panel, making sure that the adhesive is on the appropriate side. Apply the covering to the top of the wing utilizing the very same strategies as described in actions 3 through 6. Make sure that the covering overlaps a minimum of a 1/4" when cutting the edges and safely 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 utilizing the very same pattern used to use the covering beginning at the spar and working external. It might be needed to increase the temperature to 320°F to get rid of persistent wrinkles. Use the minimum amount of heat needed to tighten the covering.

Pro Suggestion - Use 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 Technique: A heat gun can also be used to diminish the covering. This works particularly well over an open structure. It can also be used over a solid structure if a Hanger 9 Covering Glove™ is used to carefully press the covering to the surface after heat is applied.


Covering Fuselages and Other Strong Surfaces:
The technique for covering fuselages and other basic flat surfaces is identical to covering a solid wing. Start with the bottom, then sides, and lastly the top. Initially, tack the center of the surface down utilizing an iron set to 220°F.Work external from the center, bonding the covering to the surface. Trim and seal the edges. About 1/4" or more overlap is recommended when using the next piece of covering. Diminish the covering, utilizing the very same approach as described above.

Important: Even if you're experienced in using other brand names of covering, it’s important to read the following directions. UltraCote® incorporates 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 make sure professional outcomes. When utilizing UltraCote®, there are 3 crucial temperatures to be aware of.

Application Tempature-220°F (100°C):
At 220°, the adhesive on UltraCote® ends up being active, enabling the covering to be connected to the model.While 220° will totally bond the covering to the model, it is well below the temperature that causes UltraCote® to diminish. This is exactly what's needed when first attaching covering to the model to prevent the covering from distorting.

Pro Suggestion - Many professional contractors mark this temperature on their covering iron with a marker or striping tape for quick referral, as this temperature is used often 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 attached utilizing an iron set to 220°F, the next step is to diminish the covering. This preliminary 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 above this point will not cause additional shrinkage.

The rate of shrinkage is not directly in proportion to the temperature. The chart to the right demonstrates how most of the shrinkage rate takes place in between 300°F and 330°F. At higher temperatures UltraCote® continues to diminish but at a much slower rate. The smallest amount of shrinkage takes place in between 340°F and 350°F. This is helpful to bear in mind when shrinking and tightening covering.


Important:When UltraCote® is diminished to a specific temperature, a greater temperature must be used to additional diminish the covering. For example, if the covering was diminished utilizing 320°F and wrinkles start to appear/reappear, it will be needed to use over 320°F to accomplish additional shrinkage.

Pro Suggestion - Constantly use the minimum heat needed to eliminate wrinkles when tightening the covering, thus enabling lots of shrinkage/temperature variety staying if it's needed to additional diminish the covering.



Valuable Hints

Multiple 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 location (over 300°F), as this will diminish and distort the straight edge.

Use a Sealing Iron Sock:
A covering sock put over the iron is extremely recommended, as it normally prevents the surface of the iron from scratching. The sock soaks up heat and will need the user to work slower or to turn the warm up 10%. Practically all professional contractors use covering socks. Hangar 9™ offers one of the best that features muslin on one side to prevent heat damage and soft cotton on the opposite for a soft, scratch-free finish.

Dryer is Much better:
Wood naturally soaks up moisture.Wood designs really grow and diminish a little throughout various seasons. This can be experienced by traveling from the humid 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 suggest that you cover the model in a dry environment if possible. Placing the model in a space with a dehumidifier for several days before covering the model might prevent the covering from sagging due to model shrinkage.

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

Bubbles and Blemishes:
Sometimes the extreme heat from the sun can cause bubbles and imperfections in the covering, specifically when utilizing dark colors. To eliminate these, heat the bubbled location utilizing a heat gun to expand the air under the covering, causing the bubble to increase. Rapidly pop the bubble utilizing a needle then clean the location utilizing a cold, damp wash cloth. The damp wash cloth quickly cools the location, enabling the covering to re-adhere. It might take several tries to entirely eliminate the bubble/blemish, but this approach works great.

Clean Up:
The adhesive can be gotten rid of from the iron or model utilizing acetone or a mild thinner.



Specs

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