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Abstract

The system applies a stencil defining a design to a stencil layer including an acid-resistant surface and an adhesive surface. The system adheres the stencil layer to the metal surface covered with the pigmented layer, where the adhesive surface attaches to the metal surface covered with the pigmented layer. The system applies a coat of low-acidity gel formulated to at least partially separate the pigmented layer from the metal surface and to not abrade the acid-resistant surface and the adhesive surface. The system applies low heat to the coat of low-acidity gel and removes the coat of low-acidity gel, thereby removing at least a portion of the pigmented layer from the metal surface. The system separates remaining pigmented layer from the metal surface using a pick tool or a gust of air.

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