Technical data

7.6 APPLICATION OF PREMASKED DECALS.
Decals that have application tape (cut to the same shape as the
decal) applied to the film side are supplied specifically for
application on the primer coat (MIL-PRF-23377, MIL-PRF-
85582, or TT-P-2760 only).
a. Tape the decal into position and follow application steps
under “hinge method”. (Paragraph 7.3.)
b. After the paint topcoat has cured, remove the masking in
the same manner shown in Figure 7-10 except do not
re-squeegee.
7.7 DECAL REMOVAL.
• MIL-T-81772 thinner is flammable and toxic.
Keep away from heat and open flame. Keep
container closed when not in use. Use only
with adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged or
repeated contact with skin. Avoid swallowing.
• Eye protection must always be used when
operating these tools. Power tools can cause
flying particles which can cause injury.
Remove perforated decals, listed in Chapter 2, conforming to
A-A-59845, Type I, with paint remover. The film is a highly
solvent resistant polyester, so the paint remover must pen-
etrate through the perforations to soften the adhesive. It may
be necessary to use repeated applications of remover to
remove the film from adhesive. Another application of
remover on the adhesive may then be required. Scrape off the
bulk of the softened adhesive with a non-metallic scraper.
Wipe off any remaining adhesive residue with thinner con-
forming to MIL-T-81772 on a cotton cloth. Non-perforated
A-A-59845 type film can only be removed by applying steam
or dry heat to the decal and physically removing film. Wipe
off any remaining adhesive with thinner conforming to
MIL-T-81772 on a cotton cloth.
7.7.1 Mechanical Removal. Use a pneumatic drill and
one of the Adhesive Removal Disc Systems to remove both
decal material and adhesive from the area. Non-perforated
decals can only be removed by mechanical methods listed
below or by applying steam or dry heat to the decal and
physically removing the film. Wipe off any remaining adhe-
sive residue with thinner conforming to MIL-T-81772 on a
cotton cloth until cloth no longer shows residue.
System Part No./NSN Description Source of Supply
MBX Vinyl Zapper USSP-01-Blue MBX Vinyl Zapper Aerosafe Products, Inc
Tool and Eraser Removal Tool P.O. Box 4755
(Pneumatic) Marietta, GA 30061
888-666–7885/
770-590-8863
Cage Code:
1LPF0
USZU-010 Vinyl Decal Eraser
3M Aircraft 3460-01-447-8021 Wheel, Buffing 3M Center
Adhesive and Decal Saint Paul, MN
Removal Disk 55144-1000
Cage Code:
52152
Figure 7-11. Edge Sealing
TO 1-1-8
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