Hangar 9 UltraCote, Fluor Violet

Features

High tech polyester covering
Unique multi temperature-managed adhesive shrinking|shrinking}|shrinking} system
Flexible and easy to use
Patented polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester film 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 proof to glow fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water proof 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 use. A patented polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester film covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning the covering on your model. UltraCote's distinct capability to both shrink and extend make it exceptional to other coverings for going around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temp ranges are as follows:

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

 



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

Pro Tip - Some professional home builders “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 fabric to wipe 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 area dries, anchored wood fibers in the surface area will “stand.” When dry, sand the surfaces 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, creating a rough surface. Vacuum the model thoroughly and avoid 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 pastime knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a couple of inches larger than had to cover the wing. Remove the support (conserve for later on) 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 Tip - If the iron you're using does not show the actual temperature, here is a suggestion that will ensure your iron is appropriately set.Water boils at 212°F. Permit your iron to warm up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its stabilized temperature, carefully pour a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Adjust the temperature till the water just starts to boil off. This technique is surprisingly precise and is typically within 10° (of the exact application temperature of 220).


Adding Covering to Spar:
Tack the covering to the spar or the peak of the wing, using your iron as shown (an iron sock is extremely recommened). Carefully pull the covering towards the root and towards 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 trigger the adhesive and bond the covering to the peak. Ideally, the covering will naturally lay flat against the whole 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 then to the cutting edge as shown, using the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle establishes, the covering can be carefully raised and reapplied.


Covering an Open-Structure Wing:
If covering an open-structure wing, work from the spar towards the trailing edge, carefully moving the iron (set at 220°) towards the trailing edge with the iron getting in touch with two ribs. Using your iron, adhere the covering to the remaining ribs, pursuing the suggestion and the root. Now complete the open structure leading edge, using the very same technique. If the leading edge is sheeted, then follow the method listed above under “Covering a Solid-Sheeted Wing.”


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


Wing Tip:
Depending on the quantity of the curvature of the wing suggestion, high heat (approximately 350°F) might be had to shrink 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 carefully raised and repositioned to assist remove wrinkles. This feature is advantageous, particularly when covering greatly curved wing tips. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the suggestion till the covering is past the center of the suggestion. It might be necessary to increase the temperature of the iron to attain higher shrinking to remove all wrinkles. Trim the excess covering using a #11 pastime knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.

Pro Tip - If sealing the covering in tight locations such as corners or fillets, using the Hanger 9 ProTrim Sealing Tool is extremely useful and leads to a professional surface.


Covering the Top of the Wing:
Using the support from the wing panel that you just covered as a template, cut a piece of UltraCote® to be applied to the top of the wing. Be sure to cut a top panel, making sure that the adhesive is on the appropriate side. Apply the covering to the top of the wing using the very same methods as described in actions 3 through 6. Be sure that the covering overlaps a minimum of a 1/4" when trimming the edges and safely 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 very same pattern used to use the covering beginning at the spar and working external. It might be necessary to increase the temperature to 320°F to obtain rid of stubborn wrinkles. Utilize the minimum quantity of heat necessary to tighten the covering.

Pro Tip - Usage heat, not pressure, to shrink the covering taught. If pressure is applied, gouges can be pushed into the wood. Let heat, not pressure, do the work.
Alternate Approach: A heat weapon can likewise be used to shrink the covering. This works especially well over an open structure. It can likewise be used over a solid structure if a Hanger 9 Covering Glove™ is used to carefully push the covering to the surface area after heat is applied.


Covering Fuselages and Other Solid Surfaces:
The method for covering fuselages and other simple flat surfaces 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 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 suggested when using the next piece of covering. Diminish the covering, using the very same technique 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® integrates a unique multi temperature controlled adhesive and shrinkage system that makes attaining professional covering outcomes easy.

Multi-Temperature Control System:
Understanding the advantages of this system and the best ways to use it will make covering with UltraCote® easy and help to ensure professional outcomes. When using UltraCote®, there are three essential temperatures to be aware of.

Application Tempature-220°F (100°C):
At 220°, the adhesive on UltraCote® becomes 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 that triggers UltraCote® to shrink. This is precisely what's needed when very first connecting covering to the model to avoid the covering from distorting.

Pro Tip - Numerous professional home builders mark this temperature on their covering iron with a marker or striping tape for fast reference, as this temperature is used frequently 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 step 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 above this point will not cause additional shrinking.

The rate of shrinkage is not directly in percentage to the temperature. The chart to the right demonstrates how most of the shrinking rate occurs in between 300°F and 330°F. At higher temperatures UltraCote® continues to shrink however at a much slower rate. The smallest quantity of shrinking occurs in between 340°F and 350°F. This is useful to remember when shrinking and tightening covering.


Essential:When UltraCote® is shrunk to a specific temperature, a greater temperature must be used to additional shrink the covering. For example, if the covering was shrunk using 320°F and wrinkles start to appear/reappear, it will be necessary to use over 320°F to attain additional shrinkage.

Pro Tip - Constantly use the minimum heat necessary to remove wrinkles when tightening the covering, hence enabling lots of shrinkage/temperature variety remaining if it's necessary to additional shrink the covering.



Helpful 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 shrink and distort the straight edge.

Use a Sealing Iron Sock:
A covering sock placed over the iron is extremely suggested, as it usually prevents the surface area of the iron from scratching. The sock absorbs heat and will require the user to work slower or to turn the warm up 10%. Nearly all professional home builders use covering socks. Garage 9™ deals one of the very best that features muslin on one side to avoid heat damage and soft cotton on the other side for a soft, scratch-free finish.

Dryer is Better:
Wood naturally absorbs moisture.Wood designs in fact grow and shrink slightly throughout different 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 establishes covering sags due to model shrinking. It is suggest that you cover the model in a dry climate if possible. Positioning the model in a room with a dehumidifier for numerous 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 vehicle acrylic paints. It’s suggested 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 compatible with UltraCote®.

Bubbles and Imperfections:
Sometimes the extreme heat from the sun can cause bubbles and acnes in the covering, particularly when using dark colors. To remove these, heat the bubbled location using a heat weapon to broaden the air under the covering, causing the bubble to rise. Rapidly pop the bubble using a needle then wipe the location using a cold, damp wash fabric. The damp wash fabric rapidly cools the location, enabling the covering to re-adhere. It might take numerous attempt to totally remove the bubble/blemish, however this technique works great.

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



Specs

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