Hangar 9 UltraCote Lite, Transparent Purple

Functions



High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature-controlled adhesive shrinking systemVersatile and easy to applyPatented polymerizing process permanently merges the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows repositioning of the covering on your model.Light weight at .12 oz/sq. ft.Fuel proof to glow fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water proof also.




Summary


Hangar 9 UltraCote® is a high tech polyester covering that includes a unique multi temperature-controlled adhesive and shrinkage system, making it flexible and easy to use. A patented polymerizing process permanently merges the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows rearranging the covering on your model. UltraCote's special capability to both diminish and stretch make it exceptional to other coverings for walking around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temp varieties are as follows:

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



 



Surface area Preparation:

The covering task can only be as excellent as the finish of the surface area it's used over. In order for the covering to properly adhere to a surface area, the surface area needs to initially be smooth and clean. Sand the model utilizing a sanding block and gradually finer sandpaper, with the last sanding being finished with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave undesirable bumps. Fill spaces and damages with a top quality 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 through.


Pro Suggestion - Some expert contractors “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the supreme finish. After the model is sanded, use a damp cloth to wipe down the model. Some modelers choose to use a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to moisten the surfaces to be covered. As the surface area dries, inserted wood fibers in the surface area will “stand up.” When dry, sand the surfaces 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 rough finish. Vacuum the model completely and avoid touching the model with oily hands.Your model is now all set for covering!



Trim Film 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 bigger than needed to cover the wing. Eliminate the backing (save 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 Suggestion - If the iron you're utilizing does not display the real temperature, here is a tip that will guarantee your iron is properly set.Water boils at 212°F. Allow your iron to warm up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its supported temperature, carefully put a few drops of water on the iron's surface area. Adjust the temperature until the water just starts to boil off. This approach is surprisingly accurate and is generally within 10° (of the precise application temperature of 220).



Tacking 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 extremely recommened). Carefully 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 activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the high point. 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 then to the leading edge as shown, utilizing the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle establishes, the covering can be carefully lifted and reapplied.



Covering an Open-Structure Wing:

If covering an open-structure wing, work from the spar toward the routing edge, gently moving the iron (set at 220°) toward the routing edge with the iron getting in touch with two ribs. Utilizing your iron, adhere the covering to the remaining ribs, working toward the tip and the root. Now complete the open structure leading edge, utilizing the very same approach. If the leading edge is sheeted, then follow the strategy noted above under “Covering a Solid-Sheeted Wing.”



Sealing the Edges:

With the iron set to 220°F, seal the leading and routing edges. Utilizing a straight edge and a sharp #11 pastime knife, carefully 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 safely with the covering iron.



Wing Suggestion:

Depending upon the amount of the curvature of the wing tip, high heat (as much as 350°F) might be needed 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 using heat with the iron. Remember, UltraCote® can be carefully lifted and rearranged to assist eliminate wrinkles. This function is helpful, specifically when covering greatly curved wing ideas. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the tip until the covering is past the center of the tip. It might be required to increase the temperature of the iron to achieve higher shrinking to eliminate all wrinkles. Cut the excess covering utilizing a #11 pastime knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.


Pro Suggestion - If sealing the covering in tight areas such as corners or fillets, utilizing the Hanger 9 ProTrim Sealing To







Specs


Length: 6.5' (78")
Width: 23.5"
Weight: .12 oz per square foot