Hangar 9 UltraCote, Light Gray

Features

High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature level-controlled adhesive shrinkage systemVersatile and easy to applyPatented polymerizing process 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 includes a unique multi temperature-controlled adhesive and shrinkage system, making it versatile and easy to use. A patented polymerizing process completely fuses the color to the polyester film covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits rearranging the covering on your design. UltraCote's special capability to both shrink and stretch make it remarkable 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 shrinkage is at 350 degrees F.

 



Surface Preparation:
The covering task can only be as great as the surface of the surface it's used over. In order for the covering to appropriately stick to a surface, the surface needs to {first|initially} be smooth and clean. Sand the design using a sanding block and progressively finer sandpaper, with the last sanding being finished with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all of the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave unattractive bumps. Fill spaces and damages with a top quality filler. If using light-colored UltraCote® (such as white or yellow), utilize 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 2nd time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the ultimate surface. After the design is sanded, utilize a damp cloth to clean down the design. Some modelers choose to utilize a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to dampen the surface areas to be covered. As the surface dries, imbedded wood fibers in the surface 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, creating a rough surface. Vacuum the design completely and avoid touching the design with oily hands.Your design is now check outy|prepared|all set} for covering!



Trim Movie to Size:
Start by covering the bottom of one wing half. Utilizing scissors or sharp pastime knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a few inches larger than needed to cover the wing. Eliminate the support (save for later on) and place 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 Tip - If the iron you're using does not show the real temperature level, here is a tip that will guarantee your iron is appropriately set.Water boils at 212°F. Enable your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its supported temperature level, thoroughly put a few drops of water on the iron's surface. Adjust the temperature level until the water simply starts to boil off. This technique is surprisingly accurate and is normally within 10° (of the precise application temperature level of 220).


Adding Covering to Spar:
Tack the covering to the spar or the high point of the wing, using your iron as shown (an iron sock is extremely 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, allowing the heat (not pressure) to trigger the adhesive and bond the covering to the high point. Preferably, the covering will naturally lay flat against 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 outside to the tracking edge and then to the leading edge as shown, using 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, gently sliding the iron (set at 220°) toward the tracking edge with the iron getting in touch with 2 ribs. Utilizing your iron, adhere the covering to the remaining ribs, pursuing the tip and the root. Now finish the open structure leading edge, using the very same technique. 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. Utilizing a straight edge and a sharp #11 pastime knife, thoroughly cut the excess covering from the leading and tracking edge, allowing 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 securely with the covering iron.


Wing Tip:
Depending upon the quantity of the curvature of the wing tip, high heat (up to 350°F) might be needed to shrink 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. Remember, UltraCote® can be thoroughly lifted and rearranged to help eliminate wrinkles. This feature is helpful, especially when covering dramatically curved wing tips. Continue working, pulling, and heating the covering around the tip until the covering is past the center of the tip. It might be required to increase the temperature level of the iron to attain greater shrinkage to eliminate 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 areas such as corners or fillets, using the Wall mount 9 ProTrim Sealing Tool is very valuable and leads to a professional surface.


Covering the Top of the Wing:
Utilizing the support from the wing panel that you simply covered as a template, cut a piece of UltraCote® to be used to the top of the wing. Make sure to cut a top panel, making certain that the adhesive is on the right side. Apply the covering to the top of the wing using the very same methods as described in actions 3 through 6. Make sure that the covering overlaps a minimum of a 1/4" when trimming 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 very same pattern used to use the covering beginning at the spar and working outside. It might be required to increase the temperature level to 320°F to get rid of stubborn wrinkles. Use the minimum quantity of heat required to tighten up the covering.

Pro Tip - Usage 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 Technique: 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 strong structure if a Hanger 9 Covering Glove™ is used to gently press the covering to the surface after heat is used.


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

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

Multi-Temperature Control System:
Comprehending the advantages of this system and ways to utilize it will make covering with UltraCote® easy and assist to guarantee professional results. When using UltraCote®, there are three important temperatures to be conscious 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 totally bond the covering to the design, it is well below the temperature level that triggers UltraCote® to shrink. This is precisely what's required when first attaching covering to the design to avoid the covering from distorting.

Pro Tip - Many professional home builders mark this temperature level on their covering iron with a marker or striping tape for fast reference, as this temperature level is used 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 connected using an iron set to 220°F, the next action is to shrink the covering. This initial shrinking is finished with the iron set at 300°F.
Maximum Shrinking Temperature-350°F (162°C)
At 350°F, UltraCote® reaches its maximum diminishing point. Raising the temperature level above this point will not trigger additional shrinkage.

The rate of shrinkage is not straight in percentage to the temperature level. The chart to the right demonstrates how most of the shrinkage rate happens between 300°F and 330°F. At higher temperatures UltraCote® continues to shrink but at a much slower rate. The tiniest quantity of shrinkage happens between 340°F and 350°F. This is valuable to keep in mind when diminishing and tightening up covering.


Essential:As Soon As UltraCote® is diminished to a particular temperature level, a higher temperature level needs to be used to additional shrink the covering. For example, if the covering was diminished using 320°F and wrinkles begin to appear/reappear, it will be required to utilize over 320°F to attain additional shrinkage.

Pro Tip - Constantly utilize the minimum heat required to get rid of wrinkles when tightening up the covering, therefore allowing plenty of shrinkage/temperature range remaining if it's required to additional shrink the covering.



Handy Tips

Multiple Colors:
When applying 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 meet 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 recommended, as it generally prevents the surface of the iron from scratching. The sock soaks up heat and will require the user to work slower or to turn the warm up 10%. Practically all professional home builders utilize covering socks. Garage 9™ deals one of the very 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 Better:
Wood naturally soaks up moisture.Wood models actually grow and shrink a little throughout different seasons. This can be experienced by traveling from the damp Midwest of the United State to the dry deserts of Las Vegas. After a few days in the desert, the design establishes covering droops due to design shrinkage. It is suggest that you cover the design in a dry environment if possible. Placing the design in a space with a dehumidifier for a number of days before covering the design might avoid the covering from sagging due to design shrinkage.

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

Bubbles and Imperfections:
Periodically the extreme heat from the sun can trigger bubbles and acnes in the covering, especially when using dark colors. To get rid of these, heat the bubbled location using a heat weapon to expand the air under the covering, causing the bubble to rise. Rapidly pop the bubble using a needle then clean the location using a cold, wet wash cloth. The wet wash cloth quickly cools the location, allowing the covering to re-adhere. It might take a number of tries to entirely get rid of the bubble/blemish, but this technique works great.

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




Specs

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