Hangar 9 UltraCote, Transparent Orange

Features

High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature-controlled adhesive shrinking systemVersatile and easy to applyPatented polymerizing process permanently fuses 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 evidence to radiance fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water evidence 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 flexible and easy to use. A trademarked polymerizing process permanently fuses the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and allows repositioning the covering on your model. UltraCote's unique capability to both diminish and stretch make it superior to other coverings for going around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temperature varieties are as follows:

Adhesion to wood begins at 200 to 220 degrees F.
Shrinkage start begins at 300 degrees F.
Maximum shrinking is at 350 degrees F.



 



Surface area Preparation:

The covering job can only be as great as the finish of the surface it's applied over. In order for the covering to correctly abide by a surface, the surface should initially be smooth and clean. Sand the model utilizing a sanding block and progressively finer sandpaper, with the last sanding being made 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 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 revealing through.


Pro Pointer - Some expert builders “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the supreme finish. After the model is sanded, use a damp cloth to clean down the model. Some modelers choose to use a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to dampen the surface areas to be covered. As the surface dries, inserted wood fibers in the surface will “stand up.” When dry, sand the surface areas 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, creating a rough finish. Vacuum the model completely and avoid touching the model with oily hands.Your model is now ready for covering!



Trim Film 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 larger than needed to cover the wing. Get rid of the support (save for later on) 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 Pointer - If the iron you're utilizing does not show the actual temperature level, here is a tip that will guarantee your iron is correctly set.Water boils at 212°F. Enable your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its supported temperature level, thoroughly pour a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface. Adjust the temperature level until the water just begins to boil off. This technique is surprisingly accurate and is normally within 10° (of the exact application temperature level 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). Carefully pull the covering towards the root and towards the tip, as you work the iron from the center of the spar to the root and tip of the wing. Press carefully with the iron, enabling the heat (not pressure) to trigger the adhesive and bond the covering to the peak. 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 outside to the tracking edge and then to the cutting 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, carefully moving the iron (set at 220°) towards the tracking edge with the iron calling two ribs. Using your iron, adhere the covering to the staying ribs, pursuing the tip and the root. Now complete the open structure leading edge, utilizing the exact same technique. If the leading edge is sheeted, then follow the technique noted 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 securely with the covering iron.



Wing Pointer:

Depending upon the quantity of the curvature of the wing tip, high heat (as much as 350°F) may be needed to diminish and stretch the covering to eliminate all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and stretch the covering around the wing tip while using heat with the iron. Remember, UltraCote® can be thoroughly lifted and rearranged to assist eliminate wrinkles. This function is beneficial, especially when covering dramatically curved wing pointers. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the tip until the covering is past the center of the tip. It may be needed to increase the temperature level of the iron to attain greater shrinking to eliminate all wrinkles. Trim the excess covering utilizing a #11 hobby knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.


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


Requirements

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