SOP-012
Identification Marks
1.0 // Abstract
GRAFT Decal sets are industrial water-slide transfers printed with microscopic precision. Unlike standard adhesive stickers, these decals are designed to physically melt into the clear coat of the painted shell via setting solutions, ensuring a completely flush, painted-on appearance without raised edges.
2.0 // Required Materials
- GRAFT Official Decal Sheet
- Precision Hobby Knife / X-Acto
- Fine-Tip Tweezers
- Decal Setting Solution (Micro-Sol)
- Distilled Water (Warm)
- Cotton Swabs
3.0 // Application Strategy
Isolation & Hydration
Cut the specific warning mark or kanji as close to the printed ink as possible using a fresh blade. Submerge the cut decal in warm distilled water for 10-15 seconds. Remove with tweezers and rest on a damp paper towel. The decal is ready when the film slides easily on the backing paper.
Pre-Treatment & Positioning
Apply a small drop of water or Micro-Set to the target area on the robot shell. Slide the decal off the backing paper directly onto the shell using tweezers. Position it accurately using a soft brush. Use a dry cotton swab to gently roll over the decal, pushing out all trapped water and air.
The Melt Phase (Micro-Sol)
Once dry to the touch, brush a single layer of Decal Setting Solution (Micro-Sol) over the decal. DO NOT TOUCH IT AGAIN. The decal will initially wrinkle violently-this is the chemical melting the carrier film into the clear coat. It will dry perfectly flat and flush.
Panel Line Integration
If a decal crosses a mechanical panel line or recess on the high-spec print, applying Micro-Sol will force the decal to stretch and conform perfectly down into the crevice. Once dry, slice the panel line gently with a knife to restore depth.