Hangar 9 UltraCote, Safety Orange

Features

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, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows repositioning of the covering on your model.Light weight at .30 oz/sq. ft.Fuel proof to glow fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water proof as well.


Overview

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 trademarked polymerizing process permanently fuses the color to the polyester film covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows repositioning the covering on your model. UltraCote's unique capability to both shrink and extend make it superior to other coverings for walking around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temperature ranges are as follows:

Adhesion to wood starts at 200 to 220 degrees F.
Shrinkage onset starts at 300 degrees F.
Maximum shrinking is at 350 degrees F.

 



Surface area Preparation:
The covering job can only be as great as the surface of the surface area it's used|used} over. In order for the covering to properly follow a surface area, the surface area must initially|initially} be smooth and tidy. Sand the model utilizing a sanding block and gradually finer sandpaper, with the last 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 spaces and damages with a premium 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 revealing|revealing} through.

Pro Suggestion - Some expert contractors “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the ultimate surface. After the model is sanded, use a wet cloth to clean down the model. 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, anchored wood fibers in the surface area will “stand.” When dry, sand the surfaces 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, producing a rough surface. Vacuum the model completely and avoid touching the model with oily hands.Your model is now {ready|prepared|all set} 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 had 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 Suggestion - If the iron you're utilizing does not display the real temperature, here is a tip 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 stabilized temperature, thoroughly pour a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Adjust the temperature up until the water simply starts to boil off. This method is remarkably accurate and is generally within 10° (of the exact application temperature of 220).


Adding 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). Carefully pull the covering toward the root and toward 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, permitting the heat (not pressure) to activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the high point. Ideally, the covering will naturally lay flat versus 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 outside to the routing edge and then to the leading edge as shown, utilizing the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle develops, the covering can be thoroughly raised and reapplied.


Covering an Open-Structure Wing:
If covering an open-structure wing, work from the spar toward the routing edge, gently sliding the iron (set at 220°) toward the routing edge with the iron getting in touch with two ribs. Using your iron, adhere the covering to the remaining ribs, working toward the pointer 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 routing edges. Using a straight edge and a sharp #11 pastime knife, thoroughly cut the excess covering from the leading and routing edge, permitting a minimum of a 1/4" overlap to twist around the leading and routing edge of the wing. Now seal the leading and routing edges safely with the covering iron.


Wing Suggestion:
Depending upon the quantity of the curvature of the wing pointer, high heat (up to 350°F) might be had to shrink and extend the covering to get rid of all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and extend the covering around the wing pointer while applying heat with the iron. Keep in mind, UltraCote® can be thoroughly raised and repositioned to assist get rid of wrinkles. This feature is beneficial, specifically when covering greatly curved wing ideas. Continue working, pulling, and warming 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 achieve higher shrinking to get rid of all wrinkles. Cut the excess covering utilizing a #11 pastime knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.

Pro Suggestion - If sealing the covering in tight locations such as corners or fillets, utilizing the Hanger 9 ProTrim Sealing Tool is extremely helpful and results in a professional surface.


Covering the Top of the Wing:
Using the backing from the wing panel that you simply covered as a template, cut a piece of UltraCote® to be used to the top of the wing. Make sure to cut a leading panel, making sure that the adhesive is on the correct side. Use the covering to the top of the wing utilizing the exact same strategies as described in steps 3 through 6. Make sure that the covering overlaps a minimum of a 1/4" when cutting the edges and safely seal the edges with the iron.


Shrinking the Covering:
Now it’s time to shrink the covering. With the iron set to 300°F, use heat utilizing the exact same pattern used to use the covering beginning at the spar and working outside. It might be needed to increase the temperature to 320°F to get rid of stubborn wrinkles. Use the minimum quantity of heat needed to tighten the covering.

Pro Suggestion - Use heat, not pressure, to shrink the covering taught. If pressure is used, gouges can be pressed into the wood. Let heat, not pressure, do the work.
Alternate Method: A heat weapon can likewise be used to shrink the covering. This works especially well over an open structure. It can likewise be used over a solid structure if a Hanger 9 Covering Glove™ is used to gently press the covering to the surface area after heat is used.


Covering Fuselages and Other Solid Surface areas:
The technique for covering fuselages and other simple flat surfaces is identical to covering a solid wing. Start with the bottom, then sides, and lastly the top. First, tack the center of the surface area down utilizing an iron set to 220°F.Work outside from the center, bonding the covering to the surface area. Cut and seal the edges. About 1/4" or more overlap is advised when applying the next piece of covering. Shrink the covering, utilizing the exact same method as described above.

Important: Even if you're experienced in applying other brand names of covering, it’s important to read the following guidelines. UltraCote® includes a unique multi temperature controlled adhesive and shrinkage system that makes attaining expert covering outcomes easy.

Multi-Temperature Control System:
Comprehending the advantages of this system and ways to use it will make covering with UltraCote® easy and help to guarantee expert outcomes. When utilizing UltraCote®, there are three important temperatures to be aware of.

Application Tempature-220°F (100°C):
At 220°, the adhesive on UltraCote® becomes active, permitting the covering to be attached to the model.While 220° will completely bond the covering to the model, it is well below the temperature that triggers UltraCote® to shrink. This is exactly what's needed when very first attaching covering to the model to prevent the covering from distorting.

Pro Suggestion - Lots of expert contractors mark this temperature on their covering iron with a marker or striping tape for fast referral, as this temperature is used frequently whenever placing on covering.

Shrink On-Set Temperature-300°F (134°C)
At 300°F, UltraCote® starts to shrink. This is called the Shrink On-Set point. After the covering is attached utilizing an iron set to 220°F, the next action is to shrink the covering. This initial shrinking is done with the iron set at 300°F.
Maximum Shrinkage Temperature-350°F (162°C)
At 350°F, UltraCote® reaches its optimum diminishing point. Raising the temperature above this point will not trigger more shrinking.

The rate of shrinkage is not directly in percentage to the temperature. The chart to the right shows how most of the shrinking rate takes place in between 300°F and 330°F. At higher temperatures UltraCote® continues to shrink but at a much slower rate. The smallest quantity of shrinking takes place in between 340°F and 350°F. This is helpful to bear in mind when diminishing and tightening covering.


Essential:As Soon As UltraCote® is diminished to a specific temperature, a greater temperature must be used to more shrink the covering. For example, if the covering was diminished utilizing 320°F and wrinkles begin to appear/reappear, it will be needed to use over 320°F to achieve more shrinkage.

Pro Suggestion - Always use the minimum heat needed to eliminate wrinkles when tightening the covering, therefore permitting lots of shrinkage/temperature variety remaining if it's needed to more shrink the covering.



Helpful Tips

Several Colors:
When applying covering with a second color, it’s important that the light color be applied first (under the dark color) to prevent the dark color from showing through. Where colors satisfy or at the edge of the covering, it is necessary to not overheat this location (over 300°F), as this will shrink and distort the straight edge.

Use a Sealing Iron Sock:
A covering sock put over the iron is extremely advised, as it typically prevents the surface area of the iron from scratching. The sock takes in heat and will require the user to work slower or to turn the heat up 10%. Nearly all expert contractors use covering socks. Hangar 9™ offers among the very best that includes muslin on one side to prevent heat damage and soft cotton on the other side for a soft, scratch-free finish.

Dryer is Better:
Wood naturally takes in moisture.Wood models really grow and shrink a little throughout various seasons. This can be experienced by taking a trip from the humid Midwest of the United State to the dry deserts of Las Vegas. After a couple of days in the desert, the model develops covering droops due to model shrinking. It is advise that you cover the model in a dry environment if possible. Putting the model in a space with a dehumidifier for numerous days before covering the model might prevent the covering from drooping due to model shrinkage.

Painting:
UltraCote® will accept most kinds of polyurethane, epoxy, and vehicle acrylic paints. It’s advised that the surface area be scuffed with 000 steel wool or Scotch® intense pads then completely cleaned with acetone or thinner before painting. Model Dope or butyrate-based paint are not compatible with UltraCote®.

Bubbles and Imperfections:
Periodically the intense heat from the sun can trigger bubbles and acnes in the covering, specifically when utilizing dark colors. To eliminate these, heat the bubbled location utilizing a heat weapon to broaden the air under the covering, triggering the bubble to increase. Quickly pop the bubble utilizing a needle then clean the location utilizing a cold, wet wash cloth. The wet wash cloth quickly cools the location, permitting the covering to re-adhere. It might take numerous tries to entirely eliminate the bubble/blemish, but this method works great.

Clean Up:
The adhesive can be eliminated from the iron or model utilizing acetone or a moderate thinner.




Specifications

Length: 6.5' (78")
Width: 23.5"
Weight: .3oz per square foot