Hangar 9 UltraCote, Transparent Red

Features

High tech polyester covering
Unique multi temperature-managed adhesive {shrinking|shrinking} system
Flexible and simple to use
Patented polymerizing procedure completely merges the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning of the covering on your model.
Light weight at .18 oz/sq. ft.
Fuel evidence to glow fuel, gas, and smoke oil. Water evidence 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 simple to use. A trademarked polymerizing procedure completely merges the color to the polyester movie covering, eliminating the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning the covering on your model. UltraCote's distinct ability to both diminish and stretch make it remarkable to other coverings for going around tight curves and wingtips.
 
Temperature varieties are as follows:

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

 



Surface area Preparation:
The covering task can just be as excellent as the finish of the surface area it's used|used} over. In order for the covering to properly abide by a surface area, the surface area needs to initially|initially} be smooth and clean. Sand the model using a sanding block and progressively finer sandpaper, with the final sanding being made with 320 grit paper. Vacuum away all the dust, as specks of dust under the covering will leave undesirable bumps. Fill spaces and dents with a premium filler. If using 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 Idea - Some professional contractors “raise the grain” then sand a second time with 320 or 400 grit paper for the ultimate finish. After the model is sanded, utilize a damp fabric to clean down the model. Some modelers prefer to utilize a fine-mist squirt bottle filled with water to dampen 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 using 320 or 400 grit paper. Raising the grain now and sanding it off will prevent the grain from raising later on under the covering, developing a rough finish. Vacuum the model completely and prevent touching the model with oily hands.Your model is now check outy|prepared|all set} for covering!



Trim Movie 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 support (save for later on) 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 using does not show the real temperature, here is a suggestion that will ensure your iron is properly set.Water boils at 212°F. Allow your iron to heat up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its supported temperature, carefully pour a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Adjust the temperature till the water just starts to boil off. This technique is remarkably precise and is generally within 10° (of the specific application temperature of 220).


Tacking Covering to Spar:
Tack the covering to the spar or the peak of the wing, using your iron as shown (an iron sock is extremely recommened). Carefully pull the covering toward the root and toward the suggestion, as you work the iron from the center of the spar to the root and suggestion of the wing. Press gently with the iron, permitting the heat (not pressure) to activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the peak. Ideally, the covering will naturally lay flat against 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 outward to the trailing edge and then to the leading edge as shown, using the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle establishes, 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, gently moving the iron (set at 220°) toward the trailing edge with the iron contacting two ribs. Using your iron, adhere the covering to the staying ribs, working toward the suggestion and the root. Now finish the open structure leading edge, using 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 trailing edges. Using a straight edge and a sharp #11 pastime knife, carefully trim 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 Idea:
Depending on the quantity of the curvature of the wing suggestion, high heat (up to 350°F) might be had to diminish and stretch the covering to get rid of all the wrinkles. Preset the iron to 300°F. Pull and stretch the covering around the wing suggestion while applying heat with the iron. Remember, UltraCote® can be carefully raised and rearranged to help get rid of wrinkles. This function is helpful, particularly when covering dramatically curved wing tips. Continue working, pulling, and warming the covering around the suggestion till the covering is past the center of the suggestion. It might be necessary to increase the temperature of the iron to achieve higher shrinking to get rid of all wrinkles. Cut the excess covering using a #11 pastime knife, then reseal the covering on the wing tip.

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


Covering the Top of the Wing:
Using the support from the wing panel that you just covered as a design template, cut a piece of UltraCote® to be used to the top of the wing. Make sure to cut a top panel, making sure that the adhesive is on the correct side. Apply the covering to the top of the wing using the very same strategies as described in actions 3 through 6. Make sure that the covering overlaps a minimum of a 1/4" when cutting the edges and firmly seal the edges with the iron.


Shrinking the Covering:
Now it’s time to diminish the covering. With the iron set to 300°F, use heat using the very same pattern utilized to use the covering beginning at the spar and working outward. It might be necessary to increase the temperature to 320°F to get rid of stubborn wrinkles. Use the minimum quantity of heat necessary to tighten the covering.

Pro Idea - Usage heat, not pressure, to diminish the covering taught. If pressure is used, gouges can be pushed into the wood. Let heat, not pressure, do the work.
Alternate Technique: A heat weapon can also be utilized to diminish the covering. This works especially well over an open structure. It can also be utilized over a strong structure if a Wall mount 9 Covering Glove™ is utilized to gently press the covering to the surface area after heat is used.


Covering Fuselages and Other Solid Surfaces:
The technique for covering fuselages and other easy flat surfaces corresponds covering a strong wing. Start with the bottom, then sides, and lastly the top. First, tack the center of the surface area down using an iron set to 220°F.Work outward 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. Diminish the covering, using the very same technique as described above.

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

Multi-Temperature Control System:
Understanding the benefits of this system and the best ways to utilize it will make covering with UltraCote® simple and help to make sure professional results. When using UltraCote®, there are 3 essential temperatures to be conscious 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 listed below the temperature that causes UltraCote® to diminish. This is exactly what's required when very first connecting covering to the model to prevent the covering from distorting.

Pro Idea - Many professional contractors mark this temperature on their covering iron with a marker or striping tape for fast reference, as this temperature is utilized regularly whenever putting on covering.

Shrink On-Set Temperature-300°F (134°C)
At 300°F, UltraCote® starts to diminish. This is called the Shrink On-Set point. After the covering is connected using an iron set to 220°F, the next step is to diminish the covering. This preliminary shrinking is made with the iron set at 300°F.
Maximum Shrinking Temperature-350°F (162°C)
At 350°F, UltraCote® reaches its optimum shrinking point. Raising the temperature above this point will not trigger further shrinking.

The rate of shrinkage is not straight in proportion to the temperature. The chart to the right shows how the majority of the shrinking rate happens in between 300°F and 330°F. At higher temperatures UltraCote® continues to diminish however at a much slower rate. The tiniest quantity of shrinking happens in between 340°F and 350°F. This is helpful to remember when shrinking and tightening covering.


Crucial:As Soon As UltraCote® is diminished to a specific temperature, a greater temperature needs to be utilized to further diminish the covering. For instance, if the covering was diminished using 320°F and wrinkles start to appear/reappear, it will be necessary to utilize over 320°F to achieve further shrinkage.

Pro Idea - Always utilize the minimum heat necessary to get rid of wrinkles when tightening the covering, therefore permitting a lot of shrinkage/temperature range staying if it's necessary to further diminish the covering.



Valuable Tips

Multiple 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 important to not overheat this location (over 300°F), as this will diminish and misshape the straight edge.

Use a Sealing Iron Sock:
A covering sock placed over the iron is extremely advised, as it usually prevents the surface area of the iron from scratching. The sock absorbs heat and will need the user to work slower or to turn the heat up 10%. Practically all professional contractors utilize covering socks. Garage 9™ deals one of the best that includes muslin on one side to prevent heat damage and soft cotton on the opposite for a soft, scratch-free finish.

Dryer is Better:
Wood naturally absorbs moisture.Wood designs actually grow and diminish somewhat throughout various seasons. This can be experienced by traveling 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 establishes covering droops due to model shrinking. It is recommend that you cover the model in a dry climate if possible. Putting the model in a room with a dehumidifier for a number of days prior to covering the model might prevent the covering from sagging 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® bright pads then completely cleaned up with acetone or thinner prior to painting. Design Dope or butyrate-based paint are not compatible with UltraCote®.

Bubbles and Imperfections:
Occasionally the intense heat from the sun can trigger bubbles and imperfections in the covering, particularly when using dark colors. To get rid of these, heat the bubbled location using a heat weapon to broaden the air under the covering, causing the bubble to rise. Rapidly pop the bubble using a needle then clean the location using a cold, wet wash fabric. The wet wash fabric rapidly cools the location, permitting the covering to re-adhere. It might take a number of tries to completely get rid of the bubble/blemish, however this technique works great.

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



Specs

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