Hangar 9 UltraCote, 2" Squares Yellow/Red

Functions

High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature level-managed adhesive shrinking|shrinking}|shrinking} systemVersatile and easy to applyPatented polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester movie covering, getting rid of 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

Garage 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 apply. A patented polymerizing procedure completely fuses the color to the polyester movie covering, getting rid of the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows repositioning the covering on your design. UltraCote's unique ability to both shrink and stretch make it remarkable 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 beginning begins at 300 degrees F.
Maximum shrinkage is at 350 degrees F.

 



Surface Preparation:
The covering task can just be as good as the finish of the surface it's used|used} over. In order for the covering to appropriately abide by a surface, the surface must {first|initially} be smooth and clean. Sand the design utilizing a sanding block and gradually finer sandpaper, with the last sanding being finished with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all of the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave unpleasant bumps. Fill spaces and dents with a top quality filler. If utilizing light-colored UltraCote® (such as white or yellow), utilize a tan-colored filler that matches the wood color to avoid|avoid} the filler from revealing|revealing} through.

Pro Suggestion - Some expert builders “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the ultimate finish. After the design is sanded, utilize a wet fabric 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 dries, imbedded wood fibers in the surface will “stand up.” 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 under the covering, creating a bumpy finish. Vacuum the design completely and prevent touching the design with oily hands.Your design is now {ready|prepared|all set} 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 few inches bigger than needed to cover the wing. Remove the backing (save for later) and place the covering with the adhesive (dull) side down, focused over the wing. Set the covering iron to the application temperature level of 220°F.

Pro Suggestion - If the iron you're utilizing does not display the real temperature level, here is an idea that will guarantee your iron is appropriately set.Water boils at 212°F. Permit your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its supported temperature level, carefully pour a few drops of water on the iron's surface. Adjust the temperature level until the water simply begins to boil off. This method is surprisingly precise and is generally within 10° (of the exact application temperature level of 220).


Tacking Covering to Spar:
Tack the covering to the spar or the high point of the wing, utilizing your iron as revealed (an iron sock is extremely 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, allowing the heat (not pressure) to trigger the adhesive and bond the covering to the high point. Preferably, the covering will naturally lay flat against the entire surface 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 and after that to the cutting edge as revealed, utilizing the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle develops, the covering can be carefully raised 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. Utilizing your iron, adhere the covering to the staying ribs, working toward the idea and the root. Now complete the open structure leading edge, utilizing 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. Utilizing a straight edge and a sharp #11 pastime knife, carefully trim 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 Suggestion:
Depending on the quantity of the curvature of the wing idea, high heat (approximately 350°F) may be needed to shrink 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. Remember, UltraCote® can be carefully raised and repositioned to assist remove wrinkles. This feature is advantageous, especially when covering dramatically curved wing pointers. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the idea until the covering is past the center of the idea. It may be needed to increase the temperature level of the iron to achieve greater shrinkage to remove all wrinkles. Trim the excess covering utilizing a #11 pastime knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.

Pro Suggestion - If sealing the covering in tight areas such as corners or fillets, utilizing the Wall mount 9 ProTrim Sealing Tool is very helpful and results in a professional finish.


Covering the Top of the Wing:
Utilizing 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 certain to cut a leading panel, ensuring that the adhesive is on the appropriate side. Apply the covering to the top of the wing utilizing the same methods as described in steps 3 through 6. Make certain 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, apply heat utilizing the same pattern utilized to apply the covering starting at the spar and working outward. It may be needed to increase the temperature level to 320°F to get rid of persistent wrinkles. Use the minimum quantity of heat needed to tighten the covering.

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


Covering Fuselages and Other Strong Surfaces:
The method for covering fuselages and other basic flat surface areas corresponds covering a solid wing. Start with the bottom, then sides, and finally the top. First, tack the center of the surface down utilizing an iron set to 220°F.Work outward from the center, bonding the covering to the surface. Trim and seal the edges. About 1/4" or more overlap is suggested when using the next piece of covering. Shrink the covering, utilizing the same method as described above.

Important: Even if you're experienced in using other brands of covering, it’s important to read the following instructions. UltraCote® includes a unique multi temperature controlled adhesive and shrinkage system that makes accomplishing expert covering results easy.

Multi-Temperature Control System:
Understanding the benefits of this system and how to utilize it will make covering with UltraCote® easy and assist to guarantee expert results. When utilizing UltraCote®, there are three essential temperature levels to be conscious of.

Application Tempature-220°F (100°C):
At 220°, the adhesive on UltraCote® becomes active, allowing the covering to be attached to the model.While 220° will totally bond the covering to the design, it is well listed below the temperature level that triggers UltraCote® to shrink. This is precisely what's needed when first connecting covering to the design to prevent the covering from distorting.

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

Shrink On-Set Temperature-300°F (134°C)
At 300°F, UltraCote® begins to shrink. This is called the Shrink On-Set point. After the covering is connected utilizing an iron set to 220°F, the next action is to shrink the covering. This preliminary shrinking is finished with the iron set at 300°F.
Maximum Shrinkage Temperature-350°F (162°C)
At 350°F, UltraCote® reaches its maximum shrinking point. Raising the temperature level above this point will not trigger more shrinkage.

The rate of shrinkage is not straight in percentage to the temperature level. The chart to the right shows how most of the shrinkage rate takes place in between 300°F and 330°F. At greater temperature levels UltraCote® continues to shrink however at a much slower rate. The smallest quantity of shrinkage takes place in between 340°F and 350°F. This is helpful to remember when shrinking and tightening up covering.


Crucial:Once UltraCote® is shrunk to a specific temperature level, a greater temperature level must be utilized to more shrink the covering. For instance, if the covering was shrunk utilizing 320°F and wrinkles begin to appear/reappear, it will be needed to utilize over 320°F to achieve more shrinkage.

Pro Suggestion - Always utilize the minimum heat needed to remove wrinkles when tightening up the covering, hence allowing lots of shrinkage/temperature variety staying if it's needed to more shrink the covering.



Practical Tips

Numerous Colors:
When using 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 very important 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 positioned over the iron is extremely suggested, as it generally prevents the surface of the iron from scratching. The sock absorbs heat and will require the user to work slower or to turn the warm up 10%. Practically all expert builders utilize covering socks. Garage 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 absorbs moisture.Wood designs really grow and shrink somewhat throughout different seasons. This can be experienced by traveling from the damp Midwest of the United State to the dry deserts of Las Vegas. After a few days in the desert, the design develops covering sags due to design shrinkage. It is advise that you cover the design in a dry climate if possible. Putting the design in a room with a dehumidifier for several days before covering the design may prevent the covering from drooping due to design shrinkage.

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

Bubbles and Acnes:
Occasionally the extreme heat from the sun can trigger bubbles and imperfections in the covering, especially when utilizing dark colors. To remove these, heat the bubbled location utilizing a heat weapon to expand the air under the covering, causing the bubble to rise. Quickly pop the bubble utilizing a needle then wipe the location utilizing a cold, damp wash fabric. The damp wash fabric quickly cools the location, allowing the covering to re-adhere. It may take several shots to totally remove the bubble/blemish, however this method works great.

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




Tech Notes

Colors:

Bright Yellow  HANU872
True Red       HANU866




Specifications

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