Hangar 9 UltraCote, Fluor Blue

Features

High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature level-managed adhesive shrinking|shrinking}|shrinking} systemVersatile and easy to applyPatented polymerizing procedure permanently fuses the color to the polyester movie covering, removing 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 glow fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water evidence as well.


Overview

Garage 9 UltraCote® is a high tech polyester covering that features a unique multi temperature-controlled adhesive and shrinkage system, making it flexible and easy to apply. A patented polymerizing procedure permanently fuses the color to the polyester movie covering, removing the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning the covering on your model. UltraCote's distinct ability to both diminish and stretch make it remarkable to other coverings for going around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temperature varieties are as follows:

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

 



Surface Preparation:
The covering task can just be as great as the finish of the surface area it's used|used} over. In order for the covering to effectively abide by a surface area, the surface area must initially|initially} be smooth and tidy. Sand the model utilizing a sanding block and gradually finer sandpaper, with the final sanding being made with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave undesirable bumps. Fill spaces and dents with a high-quality filler. If utilizing light-colored UltraCote® (such as white or yellow), utilize a tan-colored filler that matches the wood color to prevent the filler from {showing|revealing} through.

Pro Tip - Some professional contractors “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the ultimate finish. After the model is sanded, utilize a damp cloth to wipe down the model. Some modelers prefer to utilize a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to moisten the surface areas to be covered. As the surface area dries, inserted wood fibers in the surface area will “stand.” When dry, sand the surface areas once again utilizing 320 or 400 grit paper. Raising the grain now and sanding it off will prevent the grain from raising later on under the covering, producing a bumpy finish. Vacuum the model completely and avoid touching the model with oily hands.Your model is now {ready|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 larger than had to cover the wing. Eliminate the backing (conserve for later on) and put the covering with the adhesive (dull) side down, focused over the wing. Set the covering iron to the application temperature level of 220°F.

Pro Tip - If the iron you're utilizing does not show the real temperature level, here is an idea that will ensure your iron is effectively set.Water boils at 212°F. Permit your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its supported temperature level, thoroughly 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 method is surprisingly precise and is generally within 10° (of the exact application temperature level of 220).


Adding Covering to Spar:
Tack the covering to the spar or the high point of the wing, utilizing your iron as shown (an iron sock is highly recommened). Gently pull the covering toward the root and toward 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, enabling the heat (not pressure) to activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the high point. Preferably, the covering will naturally lay flat against 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 outward to the tracking edge and after that to the leading edge as shown, utilizing the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle develops, 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, gently sliding the iron (set at 220°) toward the tracking edge with the iron contacting two ribs. Using your iron, adhere the covering to the staying ribs, working toward the tip and the root. Now finish the open structure leading edge, utilizing the very same method. 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 twist around the leading and tracking edge of the wing. Now seal the leading and tracking edges securely with the covering iron.


Wing Tip:
Depending on the amount of the curvature of the wing tip, high heat (as much as 350°F) might be had to diminish and stretch the covering to eliminate all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and stretch the covering around the wing tip while applying heat with the iron. Keep in mind, UltraCote® can be thoroughly lifted and rearranged to help eliminate wrinkles. This function is beneficial, specifically when covering sharply curved wing ideas. Continue working, pulling, and heating up the covering around the tip until the covering is past the center of the tip. It might be essential to increase the temperature level of the iron to attain higher shrinkage to eliminate all wrinkles. Trim the excess covering utilizing a #11 hobby knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.

Pro Tip - If sealing the covering in tight areas such as corners or fillets, utilizing the Hanger 9 ProTrim Sealing Tool is really helpful and leads to a professional finish.


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 certain to cut a top panel, ensuring that the adhesive is on the correct side. Apply the covering to the top of the wing utilizing the very same techniques as described in actions 3 through 6. Make certain 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, apply heat utilizing the very same pattern utilized to apply the covering starting at the spar and working outward. It might be essential to increase the temperature level to 320°F to get rid of stubborn wrinkles. Utilize the minimum amount of heat essential to tighten the covering.

Pro Tip - 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 Technique: 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 press the covering to the surface area after heat is applied.


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

Important: Even if you're experienced in applying other brand names of covering, it’s important to read the following guidelines. UltraCote® incorporates a unique multi temperature controlled adhesive and shrinkage system that makes accomplishing professional covering results easy.

Multi-Temperature Control System:
Understanding the benefits of this system and the best ways to utilize it will make covering with UltraCote® easy and help to ensure professional results. When utilizing UltraCote®, there are 3 essential 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 attached 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 needed when very first attaching covering to the model to prevent the covering from distorting.

Pro Tip - Lots of professional contractors mark this temperature level on their covering iron with a marker or striping tape for quick referral, as this temperature level is utilized regularly whenever placing 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 initial shrinking is made with the iron set at 300°F.
Maximum Shrinkage Temperature-350°F (162°C)
At 350°F, UltraCote® reaches its maximum diminishing point. Raising the temperature level above this point will not trigger more shrinkage.

The rate of shrinkage is not straight in percentage to the temperature level. The chart to the right shows how most of the shrinkage rate takes place in between 300°F and 330°F. At greater temperatures UltraCote® continues to diminish however at a much slower rate. The tiniest amount of shrinkage takes place in between 340°F and 350°F. This is helpful to keep in mind when diminishing and tightening covering.


Essential:As Soon As UltraCote® is diminished to a specific temperature level, a higher temperature level must be utilized to more diminish the covering. For example, if the covering was diminished utilizing 320°F and wrinkles start to appear/reappear, it will be essential to utilize over 320°F to attain more shrinkage.

Pro Tip - Constantly utilize the minimum heat essential to eliminate wrinkles when tightening the covering, thus enabling plenty of shrinkage/temperature variety staying if it's essential to more diminish the covering.



Valuable Tips

Several Colors:
When applying 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 essential to not overheat this area (over 300°F), as this will diminish and distort the straight edge.

Use a Sealing Iron Sock:
A covering sock placed over the iron is highly suggested, as it normally avoids 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%. Practically all professional contractors utilize covering socks. Garage 9™ offers among the very best that features muslin on one side to prevent heat damage and soft cotton on the other side for a soft, scratch-free finish.

Dryer is Better:
Wood naturally takes in moisture.Wood models really grow and diminish somewhat throughout various seasons. This can be experienced by taking a trip 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 develops covering droops due to model shrinkage. It is recommend that you cover the model in a dry climate if possible. Placing the model in a room with a dehumidifier for numerous days before covering the model might prevent the covering from drooping due to model shrinkage.

Painting:
UltraCote® will accept most types of polyurethane, epoxy, and automotive acrylic paints. It’s suggested that the surface area be scuffed with 000 steel wool or Scotch® intense pads then completely cleaned up with acetone or thinner before painting. Model Dope or butyrate-based paint are not compatible with UltraCote®.

Bubbles and Imperfections:
Occasionally the extreme heat from the sun can trigger bubbles and acnes in the covering, specifically when utilizing dark colors. To eliminate these, heat the bubbled area utilizing a heat gun to expand the air under the covering, triggering the bubble to increase. Quickly pop the bubble utilizing a needle then wipe the area utilizing a cold, damp wash cloth. The damp wash cloth quickly cools the area, enabling the covering to re-adhere. It might take numerous attempt to completely eliminate the bubble/blemish, however this method works great.

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




Requirements

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