Hangar 9 UltraCote Lite, Transparent Red

Functions



High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature-controlled adhesive shrinking|shrinking} systemVersatile and easy to applyPatented polymerizing process permanently fuses the color to the polyester film covering, getting rid of 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 too.




Summary


Hangar 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 permanently fuses the color to the polyester film covering, getting rid of the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows repositioning the covering on your design. UltraCote's unique ability to both diminish and extend 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.
Shrinking start starts at 300 degrees F.
Maximum shrinkage is at 350 degrees F.



 



Surface Preparation:

The covering job can just be as great as the surface of the surface area it's used over. In order for the covering to properly follow a surface, the surface area needs to initially be smooth and tidy. Sand the design using a sanding block and progressively finer sandpaper, with the last sanding being maded with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave unpleasant bumps. Fill gaps and dents 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 Idea - Some expert builders “raise the grain” then sand a 2nd time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the supreme surface. After the design is sanded, utilize a damp cloth to clean down the design. Some modelers prefer to utilize a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to dampen the surfaces to be covered. As the surface area dries, inserted wood fibers in the surface area will “stand.” When dry, sand the surfaces once again using 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 bumpy surface. Vacuum the design completely and avoid 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. Using scissors or sharp pastime knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a couple of inches larger than needed to cover the wing. Remove the backing (conserve for later on) and position the covering with the adhesive (dull) side down, focused over the wing. Set the covering iron to the application temperature of 220°F.


Pro Idea - If the iron you're using does not display the real temperature, here is a pointer 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 pour a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Change the temperature until the water just starts to boil off. This technique is surprisingly precise and is typically 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, using your iron as shown (an iron sock is highly recommened). Gently 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 gently with the iron, permitting the heat (not pressure) to trigger the adhesive and bond the covering to the high point. 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 external to the trailing edge and after that to the cutting 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 trailing edge, gently sliding the iron (set at 220°) towards the trailing edge with the iron calling 2 ribs. Using your iron, adhere the covering to the remaining ribs, working toward the suggestion and the root. Now finish the open structure leading edge, using the 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 trailing edges. Using a straight edge and a sharp #11 pastime knife, carefully trim the excess covering from the leading and trailing edge, permitting 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 firmly with the covering iron.



Wing Idea:

Depending upon the amount of the curvature of the wing suggestion, high heat (approximately 350°F) may be needed to diminish and extend the covering to eliminate all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and extend the covering around the wing suggestion while applying heat with the iron. Remember, UltraCote® can be carefully lifted and repositioned to help eliminate wrinkles. This function is advantageous, particularly when covering greatly curved wing suggestions. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the suggestion until the covering is past the center of the suggestion. It may be required to increase the temperature of the iron to attain greater shrinkage to eliminate all wrinkles. Cut the excess covering using a #11 pastime knife, then reseal the covering on the wing suggestion.


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







Specs


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