We offer a wide range of fuel system handling decals. These decals are all printed on top quality 3M® decal stock for long life and ease of use. Cheap decals fade and peel, but these decals will last for many years when properly applied.
All of our decals are prepared using a system that was developed by the 3M Company. It is called ScotchCal™ and is generally considered the highest quality, most technically advanced system available.
The film used to make these decals is white vinyl and is 0.003” (0.076mm) thick. The backing paper is stiff enough to prevent warping so that the decal will maintain its shape during handling and shipping. The pressure sensitive adhesive is permanent and vandal resistant.
The vinyl inks are resistant to deterioration by sunlight. To provide maximum durability, a clear coating is also applied after the printing process.
When applying these decals, care should be taken to ensure that air bubbles are not trapped. To prevent this from happening, we suggest that the decal be laid on progressively from one end to the other. For best results, apply when the temperature is above 60°F (15°C). Never attempt to apply the entire decal directly; start at one end. If air bubbles are trapped, a stiff plastic object such as a spatula can be used to work the bubbles toward an edge.
The surface on which the decal is to be applied must be clean and dry as well as free of wax, oil, and fuel.
| Durability | 5 years from application |
| Shelf Life | 2 years at 100°F (38°C) – not in sunlight |
| Humidity Resistance | No effect from 95% relative humidity at 100°F (38°C) for 500 hours |
| Salt Spray Test | No effect from 20% concentration at 95°F (35°C) for 200 hours |
| Jet Fuel Resistance | No effect after 24 hours at 73°F (23°C) |
| Water Resistance | No effect after 24 hours at 73°F (23°C) |
Identification Decals
These decals are large and provide clear marking for refueling vehicles, fuel farms, and tanks. They are color coded for all fuels.
Pipe Label Decals
Example of pipe labeling. Shown with GTP-3588-2 and GTP-3255-A1-N.
Pipe Band Kits are made to provide colored bands for marking pipes to API-1542. These kits use 4” wide solid color bands long enough to mark pipes up in 6” in diameter. Forget the paintbrushes, these bands are neat, affordable, and easy!
PIPE IDENTIFICATION AND FLOW DIRECTION DECAL SETS allow for easy marking. They are color coded for all fuels, and are 5×16”. In this set, the identification decal (shown above) comes with arrow decals that can be cut apart with scissors and placed to indicate the direction of flow.
NARROW PIPE DECALS are the same as the pipe decals above, but they are 2×15” and come with the flow arrows attached. Simply use scissors to cut off one of the arrows and turn it to indicate flow direction.
NOZZLE BAND DECALS are used on overwing nozzles to positively identify the fuel type. These band decals are made to the industry standard and measure 7/8” x 10”
Emergency Decals
EMERGENCY STOP and EMERGENCY FUEL SHUTOFF decals are intended to be used in accordance with the NFPA 407 specification for fixed and vehicle emergency stop controls. The specification calls out 2” high letters and the words “push,” “pull,” or an arrow to indicate operation of the emergency stop switch. As you can see, we have included these instructions on two separate decals. Choose the style you prefer.
The Label Decal
This decal has over 50 labels which can be cut with a pair of scissors and used as necessary. The advantage is fourfold: low cost per label, easy installation, long life and durability, and easy replacement when necessary. Even if you only use a quarter of the sheet, you come out ahead. Labels can be cut out and used differently than shown. For example, the “SUMP DAILY” decal can be cut in half and combined with the “BEFORE FUELING” decal to read “SUMP BEFORE FUELING.”
