Hangar 9 UltraCote, Transparent Yellow

Functions

High tech polyester coveringUnique multi temperature-controlled adhesive shrinking systemVersatile and simple to applyPatented polymerizing process completely fuses the color to the polyester movie covering, getting rid of the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits repositioning of the covering on your model.Light weight at .18 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 flexible and simple to use. A patented polymerizing process completely fuses the color to the polyester movie covering, getting rid of the possibilities of color-layer separation and permits rearranging the covering on your design. UltraCote's distinct capability to both shrink and extend make it remarkable to other coverings for walking 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 excellent as the finish of the surface area it's applied over. In order for the covering to effectively stick to a surface area, the surface area should initially be smooth and clean. Sand the design utilizing a sanding block and gradually 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 gaps and dents with a premium filler. If utilizing light-colored UltraCote® (such as white or yellow), utilize a tan-colored filler that matches the wood color to prevent the filler from showing through.


Pro Tip - Some professional home 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 clean down the design. 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, inserted wood fibers in the surface area will “stand up.” When dry, sand the surfaces 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, producing a bumpy finish. Vacuum the design thoroughly and avoid touching the design with oily hands.Your design is now prepared 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 bigger than needed to cover the wing. Eliminate the support (save for later) 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 Tip - If the iron you're utilizing does not display the actual temperature, here is a suggestion that will ensure your iron is effectively set.Water boils at 212°F. Permit your iron to warm up at a medium setting. When the iron reaches its supported temperature, thoroughly put a couple of drops of water on the iron's surface area. Adjust the temperature till the water simply begins to boil off. This approach is remarkably accurate and is normally within 10° (of the precise application temperature of 220).



Tacking Covering to Spar:

Tack the covering to the spar or the peak of the wing, utilizing your iron as revealed (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, allowing the heat (not pressure) to activate the adhesive and bond the covering to the peak. Preferably, the covering will naturally lay flat versus 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 external to the tracking edge and after that to the leading edge as revealed, utilizing the iron at 220°F. If a wrinkle develops, 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 remaining ribs, pursuing the idea and the root. Now complete the open structure leading edge, utilizing the same approach. 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 tracking edges. Using a straight edge and a sharp #11 hobby knife, thoroughly cut the excess covering from the leading and tracking edge, allowing a minimum of a 1/4" overlap to wrap around the leading and tracking edge of the wing. Now seal the leading and tracking edges safely with the covering iron.



Wing Tip:

Depending on the quantity of the curvature of the wing idea, high heat (up to 350°F) may be needed to shrink 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. Keep in mind, UltraCote® can be thoroughly lifted and rearranged to help remove wrinkles. This function is useful, especially when covering sharply curved wing tips. Continue working, pulling, and heating the covering around the idea till the covering is past the center of the idea. It may be required to increase the temperature of the iron to achieve higher shrinking to remove all wrinkles. Trim the excess covering utilizing a #11 hobby knife, then reseal the covering on the wing idea.


Pro Tip - If sealing the covering in tight areas such as corners or fillets, utilizing the Hanger 9 ProTrim Sealing Tool is extremely useful and leads to a professional finish.



Covering the Top of the Wing:

Using the support from the wing panel that you simply covered as a template, cut a piece of UltraCote® to be applied to the top of the wing.




Specs

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