Hangar 9 UltraCote, Fluor Neon Pink

Functions

High tech polyester covering
Special multi temperature level-managed adhesive {shrinking|shrinking} system
Flexible and easy to use
Patented polymerizing procedure completely merges the color to the polyester film covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows 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

Hangar 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 use. A patented polymerizing procedure completely merges the color to the polyester film covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows rearranging the covering on your model. UltraCote's special ability to both shrink and stretch make it remarkable to other coverings for walking around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temp ranges are as follows:

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

 



Surface Preparation:
The covering job can just be as good as the finish of the surface area it's used|used} over. In order for the covering to properly follow a surface, the surface area needs to {first|initially} be smooth and clean. Sand the model using a sanding block and gradually finer sandpaper, with the final sanding being finished with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all of the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave undesirable bumps. Fill spaces and damages with a premium filler. If using light-colored UltraCote® (such as white or yellow), utilize a tan-colored filler that matches the wood color to avoid|avoid} the filler from revealing|revealing} through.

Pro Pointer - Some professional contractors “raise the grain” then sand a 2nd time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the ultimate finish. After the model is sanded, utilize a moist cloth to wipe down the model. Some modelers choose to utilize a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to dampen the surface areas to be covered. As the surface area dries, imbedded wood fibers in the surface area will “stand.” When dry, sand the surface areas once again using 320 or 400 grit paper. Raising the grain now and sanding it off will prevent the grain from raising later on under the covering, developing a bumpy finish. Vacuum the model thoroughly and avoid 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. Using scissors or sharp pastime knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a couple of inches bigger than had to cover the wing. Get rid of the backing (save for later on) and place 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 Pointer - If the iron you're using does not display the real temperature level, here is a pointer that will ensure your iron is properly set.Water boils at 212°F. Enable your iron to warm up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its stabilized temperature level, thoroughly put a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Change the temperature level up until the water just starts to boil off. This method is remarkably accurate and is normally within 10° (of the exact application temperature level of 220).


Tacking 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). Carefully pull the covering towards the root and towards the pointer, as you work the iron from the center of the spar to the root and pointer of the wing. Press gently with the iron, allowing 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 routing edge and after that to the leading edge as revealed, using the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle develops, the covering can be thoroughly raised and reapplied.


Covering an Open-Structure Wing:
If covering an open-structure wing, work from the spar towards the routing edge, gently moving the iron (set at 220°) towards the routing edge with the iron contacting 2 ribs. Using your iron, adhere the covering to the remaining ribs, working toward the pointer and the root. Now finish the open structure leading edge, using the same method. If the leading edge is sheeted, then follow the strategy listed above under “Covering a Solid-Sheeted Wing.”


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


Wing Pointer:
Depending on the quantity of the curvature of the wing pointer, high heat (as much as 350°F) might be had to shrink and stretch the covering to remove all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and stretch the covering around the wing pointer while using heat with the iron. Remember, UltraCote® can be thoroughly raised and rearranged to help remove wrinkles. This function is helpful, especially when covering dramatically curved wing pointers. Continue working, pulling, and heating the covering around the pointer up until the covering is past the center of the pointer. It might be necessary to increase the temperature level of the iron to achieve higher shrinking to remove all wrinkles. Cut the excess covering using a #11 pastime knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.

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


Covering the Top of the Wing:
Using the backing from the wing panel that you just covered as a design template, cut a piece of UltraCote® to be used to the top of the wing. Make certain to cut a top panel, making certain that the adhesive is on the appropriate side. Use the covering to the top of the wing using the same strategies 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 shrink the covering. With the iron set to 300°F, use heat using the same pattern utilized to use the covering starting at the spar and working external. It might be necessary to increase the temperature level to 320°F to obtain rid of stubborn wrinkles. Utilize the minimum quantity of heat necessary to tighten up the covering.

Pro Pointer - Use heat, not pressure, to shrink the covering taught. If pressure is used, gouges can be pressed into the wood. Let heat, not pressure, do the work.
Alternate Approach: A heat gun can likewise be utilized to shrink the covering. This works particularly well over an open structure. It can likewise be utilized over a solid structure if a Hanger 9 Covering Glove™ is utilized to gently press the covering to the surface area after heat is used.


Covering Fuselages and Other Solid Surface areas:
The strategy for covering fuselages and other basic 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. Cut and seal the edges. About 1/4" or more overlap is advised when using the next piece of covering. Shrink the covering, using the same method 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 attaining professional covering results easy.

Multi-Temperature Control System:
Comprehending the benefits of this system and the best ways to utilize it will make covering with UltraCote® easy and help to guarantee professional results. When using UltraCote®, there are 3 crucial temperature levels to be mindful of.

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

Pro Pointer - Lots of professional contractors mark this temperature level on their covering iron with a marker or striping tape for quick reference, as this temperature level is utilized often whenever placing on covering.

Shrink On-Set Temperature-300°F (134°C)
At 300°F, UltraCote® starts to shrink. This is called the Shrink On-Set point. After the covering is attached using an iron set to 220°F, the next action is to shrink the covering. This preliminary shrinking is finished 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 more shrinking.

The rate of shrinkage is not directly in proportion to the temperature level. The chart to the right shows how the majority of the shrinking rate occurs between 300°F and 330°F. At greater temperature levels UltraCote® continues to shrink however at a much slower rate. The smallest quantity of shrinking occurs between 340°F and 350°F. This is practical to keep in mind when shrinking and tightening up covering.


Essential:As Soon As UltraCote® is diminished to a specific temperature level, a higher temperature level needs to be utilized to more shrink the covering. For example, if the covering was diminished using 320°F and wrinkles start to appear/reappear, it will be necessary to utilize over 320°F to achieve more shrinkage.

Pro Pointer - Always utilize the minimum heat necessary to get rid of wrinkles when tightening up the covering, therefore allowing plenty of shrinkage/temperature range remaining if it's necessary to more shrink the covering.



Practical Hints

Multiple Colors:
When using covering with a 2nd 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 shrink and distort the straight edge.

Use a Sealing Iron Sock:
A covering sock put over the iron is highly advised, as it typically 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%. Almost all professional contractors utilize covering socks. Hangar 9™ offers one of the very 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 Better:
Wood naturally takes in moisture.Wood designs in fact grow and shrink somewhat throughout various seasons. This can be experienced by traveling 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 develops covering sags due to model shrinking. It is recommend that you cover the model in a dry environment if possible. Positioning the model in a space with a dehumidifier for a number of days prior to covering the model might prevent the covering from drooping due to model shrinkage.

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

Bubbles and Blemishes:
Occasionally the intense heat from the sun can cause bubbles and acnes in the covering, especially when using dark colors. To get rid of these, heat the bubbled area using a heat gun to broaden the air under the covering, triggering the bubble to increase. Rapidly pop the bubble using a needle then wipe the area using a cold, wet wash cloth. The wet wash cloth quickly cools the area, allowing the covering to re-adhere. It might take a number of aim to totally get rid of the bubble/blemish, however this method works great.

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



Specifications

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