Monokote and Coverite
 

I would like to use some transparent Monokote and then outline it with Coverite. My question is: Will the Coverite stick to the Monokote and vice-versa? 2nd Question: Up to what size plane would CA hinges be OK? Thanks and have a great day.


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RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

i'm pretty sure they will stick to each other(i may be wrong)

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

first answer is yes use windex with ammonia to activate the adhesive on the covering after the airplane is covered and you want to put on trim:
1. cut out trim pattern
2. wet trim and airplane where you want the trim to go with windex
3. apply trim and move it around until you're happy
4. squeegie out excess windex
5. allow to dry
6. go over pattern with a monokote or trim iron on low heat.
7. you can seal the edges with clear fingernail polish, however sometimes on high humidty days the polish can get kinda milky

to answer the 2nd question I never use CA hinges, just my opinion.

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

A add on to what Jetmech said. Using windex to apply covering only works for applying monokote. The windex method does not work to apply ultracoat.

Ken

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

Ken, can you use the windex method to apply Monokote over Ultrakote?

Don

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

Will coverite stick to the monokote? I want to do the center section of my wing but use coverite on the leading and trailing edge (about 3" for each edge.

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

I should have said the center section with transparent the the Coverite on the leading and trailing edge of the wing

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

Yes, Monokote will windex over Ultracoat. And you can put ultracoat over monokote but you will have to heat it to apply it.

Ken

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

thanks Ken. But I am using Century 21st Coverite fabric. Will it stick to the Monokote?

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

The Coverite fabric should stick to Monokote nicely. The rough, dull fabric may look strange over the smooth, shiny base, though. May I ask why you chose these two coverings?

I've used 1/4 scale CA hinges on a giant Stinger powered by a Zenoah G-62. They worked fine. Just be sure to follow the proper installation procedure:

CA Hinge Installation

There are several rules to follow for an easy, correct CA hinge installation. These rules are good for hinges from different manufacturers, including Great Planes and Radio South. I’ve used them on many planes from pylon racers to Unlimited class Fun Fly planes to even a giant scale Stinger (the 1/4 scale size hinges). I have never seen an in-flight failure using this procedure.

I have seen only two in-flight hinge failures. One failure was from catastrophic flutter, which also destroyed the wing panel. The other was due to doubled hinges and the use of thick CA.

Here we go:

Use a #11 blade to cut the slots.
Cut only once per side/per hinge.
Use only thin CA.
Do not double the hinges.
Do not use “kicker”.
Install after covering.

1. Slot the wood pieces, install the hinges, and mount the control surface. Gently push the pieces together.
2. Flex the control surface both ways for the maximum amount of travel you expect to use. This will automatically create the proper hinge line gap.
3. Slowly drop 2-3 drops of CA on each hinge at the hinge line on one side only. If any CA puddles in the hinge line, blot it with a paper towel.
4. When that is dry, apply 2-3 drops of CA to the other side of each hinge.
5. When both sides are dry, flex the control surface both ways.

That’s it! The wood will pull out before the hinge will let go. The surface will tend to stay centered and will not flop around. Both will help prevent flutter.

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

Thanks Dr1Driver. Lots of good information. I am using the two because I really like coverite but of course it doesn't come in transparent. I can do a better job with the fabric. It seems to stretch around the corners better for me. Thanks again

RE: Monokote and Coverite
 

It does that. Coverite (the unpainted variety) stretches and shrinks like nobody's business! Glad I could help.

Dr.1