Hangar 9 UltraCote Lite, Transparent Red

Features



High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature-controlled adhesive shrinkage systemVersatile and easy to applyPatented polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester film covering, removing the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning of the covering on your model.Light weight at .12 oz/sq. ft.Fuel evidence to radiance fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water evidence too.




Introduction


Garage 9 UltraCote® is a high tech polyester covering that features a unique multi temperature-controlled adhesive and shrinkage system, making it versatile and easy to apply. A trademarked polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester film covering, removing the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning the covering on your design. UltraCote's special capability to both shrink and stretch make it superior to other coverings for going around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temp varieties are as follows:

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



 



Surface Preparation:

The covering job can just be as excellent as the finish of the surface area it's used over. In order for the covering to properly abide by a surface area, the surface area should initially be smooth and clean. Sand the design using a sanding block and progressively finer sandpaper, with the final sanding being done with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all of the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave unattractive bumps. Fill gaps and damages with a high-quality filler. If using light-colored UltraCote® (such as white or yellow), utilize a tan-colored filler that matches the wood color to prevent the filler from showing through.


Pro Pointer - Some professional home builders “raise the grain” then sand a 2nd time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the supreme finish. After the design is sanded, utilize a wet fabric to wipe down the design. Some modelers prefer to utilize a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to dampen the surface areas to be covered. As the surface area dries, anchored wood fibers in the surface area will “stand up.” 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 under the covering, developing a rough finish. Vacuum the design completely and prevent touching the design with oily hands.Your design is now prepared for covering!



Trim Film to Size:

Start by covering the bottom of one wing half. Utilizing scissors or sharp hobby knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a few inches bigger than had to cover the wing. Remove the support (save for later) 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 actual temperature level, here is a tip that will guarantee your iron is properly set.Water boils at 212°F. Permit your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its stabilized temperature level, carefully pour a few drops of water on the iron's surface area. Change the temperature level till the water simply starts to boil off. This method is remarkably accurate and is usually 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 shown (an iron sock is highly recommened). Carefully pull the covering towards the root and towards the idea, as you work the iron from the center of the spar to the root and idea of the wing. Press gently with the iron, allowing the heat (not pressure) to activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the peak. Ideally, 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 outside to the tracking edge and then to the leading edge as shown, using the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle develops, the covering can be carefully lifted and reapplied.



Covering an Open-Structure Wing:

If covering an open-structure wing, work from the spar towards the tracking edge, gently moving the iron (set at 220°) towards the tracking edge with the iron getting in touch with 2 ribs. Utilizing your iron, adhere the covering to the staying ribs, pursuing the idea and the root. Now complete the open structure leading edge, using the very same method. 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 tracking edges. Utilizing a straight edge and a sharp #11 hobby knife, carefully 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 firmly with the covering iron.



Wing Pointer:

Depending on the quantity of the curvature of the wing idea, high heat (up to 350°F) might be had 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 idea while applying heat with the iron. Remember, UltraCote® can be carefully lifted and rearranged to help eliminate wrinkles. This feature is helpful, especially when covering dramatically curved wing ideas. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the idea till the covering is past the center of the idea. It might be essential to increase the temperature level of the iron to attain higher shrinkage to eliminate all wrinkles. Trim the excess covering using a #11 hobby knife, then reseal the covering on the wing idea.


Pro Pointer - If sealing the covering in tight areas such as corners or fillets, using the Wall mount 9 ProTrim Sealing To







Specs


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