Hangar 9 UltraCote Lite, Transparent White

Functions



High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature-controlled adhesive shrinkage systemVersatile and simple to applyPatented polymerizing procedure completely merges the color to the polyester movie covering, getting rid of 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 glow fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water proof too.




Introduction


Garage 9 UltraCote® is a high tech polyester covering that includes a unique multi temperature-controlled adhesive and shrinkage system, making it versatile and simple to apply. A patented polymerizing procedure completely merges the color to the polyester movie covering, getting rid of the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning the covering on your design. UltraCote's distinct ability to both diminish and stretch make it superior to other coverings for walking around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temperature varieties are as follows:

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



 



Surface Preparation:

The covering task can only be as good as the surface of the surface area it's used over. In order for the covering to correctly abide by a surface, the surface area must first be smooth and tidy. Sand the design utilizing a sanding block and gradually finer sandpaper, with the final sanding being performed with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all of the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave unpleasant 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 showing through.


Pro Idea - Some expert contractors “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the supreme surface. After the design is sanded, use a wet fabric to wipe down the design. 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, imbedded wood fibers in the surface area will “stand.” When dry, sand the surfaces again utilizing 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 surface. Vacuum the design completely and avoid touching the design with oily hands.Your design is now prepared 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 couple of inches bigger than needed to cover the wing. Remove the backing (save for later) 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 Idea - If the iron you're utilizing does not show the actual temperature, here is a tip that will ensure your iron is correctly set.Water boils at 212°F. Permit your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its supported temperature, thoroughly put a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Adjust the temperature up until the water just begins to boil off. This technique is remarkably accurate and is normally within 10° (of the specific 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). Gently pull the covering towards the root and towards the pointer, as you work the iron from the center of the spar to the root and pointer of the wing. Press gently with the iron, enabling the heat (not pressure) to activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the high point. Ideally, the covering will naturally lay flat against 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, utilizing the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle establishes, the covering can be thoroughly 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 contacting two ribs. Using your iron, adhere the covering to the remaining ribs, pursuing the pointer and the root. Now complete the open structure leading edge, utilizing the very same technique. 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 tracking edges. Using a straight edge and a sharp #11 hobby knife, thoroughly trim the excess covering from the leading and tracking edge, enabling a minimum of a 1/4" overlap to twist around the leading and tracking edge of the wing. Now seal the leading and tracking edges safely with the covering iron.



Wing Idea:

Depending upon the quantity of the curvature of the wing pointer, high heat (as much as 350°F) might 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 pointer while applying heat with the iron. Remember, UltraCote® can be thoroughly lifted and repositioned to assist remove wrinkles. This feature is helpful, particularly when covering sharply curved wing pointers. Continue working, pulling, and heating the covering around the pointer up until the covering is past the center of the pointer. It might be needed to increase the temperature of the iron to attain greater shrinkage to remove all wrinkles. Cut the excess covering utilizing a #11 hobby knife, then reseal the covering on the wing pointer.


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







Specs


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