Hangar 9 UltraCote, Transparent Blue

Functions

High tech polyester covering
Distinct multi temperature-controlled adhesive shrinking system
Flexible and easy to apply
Patented polymerizing procedure permanently merges the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows repositioning of the covering on your model.
Light weight at .18 oz/sq. ft.
Fuel proof to radiance fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water proof as well.

Overview

Hangar 9 UltraCote® is a high tech polyester covering that features a unique multi temperature-controlled adhesive and shrinkage system, making it versatile and easy to apply. A patented polymerizing procedure permanently merges the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows repositioning the covering on your model. UltraCote's special ability to both diminish and extend make it remarkable 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.
Shrinkage onset starts at 300 degrees F.
Maximum shrinking is at 350 degrees F.

 


Surface Preparation:

The covering task can only be as excellent as the surface of the surface area it's applied over. In order for the covering to effectively stick to a surface area, the surface area should first be smooth and clean. Sand the model utilizing a sanding block and gradually finer sandpaper, with the final sanding being made with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all of the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave undesirable bumps. Fill gaps and dents 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 avoid the filler from revealing through.

Pro Suggestion - Some expert home builders “raise the grain” then sand a 2nd time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the supreme surface. After the model is sanded, use a moist fabric to wipe down the model. Some modelers prefer to use 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 up.” When dry, sand the surface areas once again utilizing 320 or 400 grit paper. Raising the grain now and sanding it off will avoid the grain from raising later under the covering, producing a bumpy surface. Vacuum the model completely and prevent touching the model with oily hands.Your model is now ready for covering!


Trim Movie to Size:

Start by covering the bottom of one wing half. Utilizing scissors or sharp hobby knife, cut a piece of UltraCote® a couple of inches larger than had to cover the wing. Eliminate the backing (save for later) and position 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 suggestion that will guarantee your iron is effectively set.Water boils at 212°F. Enable your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its stabilized temperature, carefully put a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Adjust the temperature up until the water just starts to boil off. This approach is surprisingly precise and is generally within 10° (of the exact application temperature of 220).


Adding Covering to Spar:

Tack the covering to the spar or the peak of the wing, utilizing your iron as shown (an iron sock is extremely recommened). Carefully pull the covering towards the root and towards 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 activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the peak. Preferably, 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 trailing edge then to the leading edge as shown, 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 towards the trailing edge, carefully sliding the iron (set at 220°) towards the trailing edge with the iron contacting 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 very same approach. If the leading edge is sheeted, then follow the method 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 hobby knife, carefully cut 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 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 extend the covering to remove all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and extend the covering around the wing idea while using heat with the iron. Remember, UltraCote® can be carefully raised and rearranged to assist remove wrinkles. This feature is beneficial, particularly when covering greatly curved wing suggestions. Continue working, pulling, and heating up 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 achieve greater shrinking to remove all wrinkles. Cut the excess covering utilizing a #11 hobby 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 really useful and leads to an expert surface.


Covering the Top of the Wing:

Utilizing the backing from the wing panel that you just covered as a template, cut a piece of UltraCote® to be applied to the top of the wing.

Specifications

Length: 6.5' (78")
Width: 23.5"
Weight: .18 oz per square foot