Hangar 9 UltraCote Lite, Transparent Red

Functions



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




Overview


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 process completely merges the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits rearranging the covering on your design. UltraCote's distinct ability to both diminish and stretch make it exceptional to other coverings for going around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temperature ranges are as follows:

Adhesion to wood begins at 200 to 220 degrees F.
Shrinkage onset begins at 300 degrees F.
Maximum shrinkage is at 350 degrees F.



 



Surface Preparation:

The covering job can just be as great as the finish of the surface it's applied over. In order for the covering to properly follow a surface, the surface should first be smooth and tidy. Sand the design using 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 unattractive bumps. Fill spaces and dents with a high-quality 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 through.


Pro Tip - 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, use a damp cloth to wipe down the design. Some modelers prefer to use a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to moisten the surface areas to be covered. As the surface dries, inserted wood fibers in the surface 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 avoid the grain from raising later under the covering, producing a rough finish. Vacuum the design completely and prevent touching the design with oily hands.Your design is now ready for covering!



Trim Movie to Size:

Start by covering the bottom of one wing half. Using scissors or sharp hobby knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a few inches bigger than needed to cover the wing. Eliminate the backing (conserve for later) and put the covering with the adhesive (dull) side down, focused 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 pointer that will guarantee your iron is properly set.Water boils at 212°F. Permit 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. Adjust the temperature until the water simply begins to boil off. This method is remarkably precise and is typically within 10° (of the specific application temperature of 220).



Adding 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 toward the root and toward 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, allowing 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 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 trailing edge and after that to the cutting edge as revealed, 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 toward the trailing edge, carefully sliding the iron (set at 220°) toward 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 finish the open structure leading edge, using the same method. If the leading edge is sheeted, then follow the method noted 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 hobby knife, carefully cut the excess covering from the leading and trailing edge, allowing 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 upon the amount of the curvature of the wing suggestion, high heat (as much as 350°F) may be needed to diminish and stretch the covering to remove all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and stretch the covering around the wing suggestion while applying heat with the iron. Remember, UltraCote® can be carefully lifted and repositioned to assist remove wrinkles. This function is helpful, specifically when covering greatly curved wing ideas. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the suggestion until the covering is past the center of the suggestion. It may be necessary to increase the temperature of the iron to attain greater shrinkage to remove all wrinkles. Trim the excess covering using a #11 hobby knife, then reseal the covering on the wing suggestion.


Pro Tip - If sealing the covering in tight locations such as corners or fillets, using the Hanger 9 ProTrim Sealing To







Requirements


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