🖌️ Oracal 651 Permanent Vinyl – Application Instructions

Surface Preparation:

• Clean the surface with a mild detergent and water.
  
• Make sure it is completely dry and free of dust, oil, or debris.
  

Cutting & Weeding:

• Cut your design using recommended cutter settings.
  
• Weed excess vinyl carefully, leaving the design on the backing.
  

Transfer Application:

• Apply a suitable transfer tape over the vinyl design.
  
• Position the design on the target surface.
  
• Smooth the vinyl using a squeegee or scraper, applying firm, even pressure to remove air bubbles.
  

Peeling:

• Slowly remove the transfer tape at a sharp angle, keeping the vinyl adhered to the surface.
  

Lifespan & Care:

• Oracal 651 is permanent and suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
  
• It can last 5–7 years outdoors depending on surface, exposure, and care.
  
• To remove, peel the vinyl slowly and carefully; use adhesive remover if necessary.
  

✅ Tip: Test on a small area first to ensure compatibility with the surface. Avoid textured, dirty, or oily surfaces for best results.

✂️ Oracal 651 Permanent Vinyl – Cutter Settings (Cricut, Silhouette, Brother)

Always test cut before full designs.

✅ Tip: Oracal 651 is a permanent vinyl designed for indoor/outdoor use. Always perform a small test cut first, and adjust blade depth or pressure if the vinyl does not cut cleanly or cuts into the backing.

Cricut Explore / Maker:

• Fine-Point Blade | Setting: Vinyl
  
• StandardGrip mat recommended; ensure vinyl adheres well before cutting.
  

Silhouette 4 / 5:

• AutoBlade 3 | Material: Vinyl
  
• Speed: 8 | Force: 8
  
• Use test cuts for best results.
  

Brother ScanNCut DX:

• AutoBlade | Vinyl Setting | Cut Speed: 5 | Half Cut: Auto
  
• Use test cuts and adjust pressure if necessary.