Hangar 9 UltraCote Lite, Transparent White

Features



High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature-controlled adhesive shrinking systemVersatile and easy to applyPatented polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester film 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 evidence to radiance fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water evidence also.




Overview


Hangar 9 UltraCote® is a high tech polyester covering that features a unique multi temperature-controlled adhesive and shrinkage system, making it flexible and easy to use. A patented polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester film covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows rearranging the covering on your design. UltraCote's unique capability to both diminish and stretch make it superior to other coverings for going around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temperature ranges are as follows:

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



 



Surface area Preparation:

The covering task can only be as good as the surface of the surface area it's applied over. In order for the covering to effectively stick to a surface, the surface area should first be smooth and clean. Sand the design utilizing a sanding block and gradually finer sandpaper, with the final sanding being finished with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave undesirable bumps. Fill gaps and dents with a premium filler. If utilizing 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 Suggestion - Some expert home builders “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the supreme surface. After the design is sanded, utilize a moist cloth to wipe down the design. Some modelers choose to utilize a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to moisten the surface areas to be covered. As the surface area dries, imbedded wood fibers in the surface area will “stand.” When dry, sand the surface areas 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, developing a rough surface. Vacuum the design thoroughly 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 pastime knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a couple of inches larger than had to cover the wing. Get rid of 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 of 220°F.


Pro Suggestion - If the iron you're utilizing does not show the actual temperature, here is a pointer that will guarantee your iron is effectively set.Water boils at 212°F. Permit your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its stabilized temperature, carefully pour a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Change the temperature up until the water just starts to boil off. This method is remarkably precise and is usually within 10° (of the specific application temperature of 220).



Tacking Covering to Spar:

Tack the covering to the spar or the peak of the wing, utilizing your iron as shown (an iron sock is highly recommened). Gently pull the covering toward the root and toward the idea, as you work the iron from the center of the spar to the root and idea of the wing. Press carefully with the iron, permitting the heat (not pressure) to trigger the adhesive and bond the covering to the peak. Preferably, the covering will naturally lay flat against the whole 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 outward to the trailing edge then to the cutting edge as shown, utilizing the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle cultivates, 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 calling two ribs. Utilizing your iron, adhere the covering to the remaining ribs, pursuing the idea and the root. Now finish the open structure leading edge, utilizing the exact same method. If the leading edge is sheeted, then follow the technique listed above under “Covering a Solid-Sheeted Wing.”



Sealing the Edges:

With the iron set to 220°F, seal the leading and trailing edges. Utilizing 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 wrap around the leading and trailing edge of the wing. Now seal the leading and trailing edges securely with the covering iron.



Wing Suggestion:

Depending upon the amount of the curvature of the wing idea, high heat (as much as 350°F) might be had 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 idea while using heat with the iron. Keep in mind, UltraCote® can be carefully lifted and rearranged to assist remove wrinkles. This function is beneficial, specifically when covering greatly curved wing ideas. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the idea up until the covering is past the center of the idea. It might be required to increase the temperature of the iron to accomplish greater shrinking to remove all wrinkles. Cut the excess covering utilizing a #11 pastime knife, then reseal the covering on the wing idea.


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







Requirements


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