Specification

CAST AND SINTERED PERMANENT MAGNETS
While the information and recommendations set forth herein are believed to be accurate, we make no warranty
with respect hereto and disclaim all liability from reliance thereon.
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SECTION 3: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
PRIMARY ROUTE OF ENTRY
Inhalation of generated airborne dust or fumes. Any long-term exposure to dusts exceeding recommended
TLV levels may result in irritation to upper respiratory tract. Nickel is a suspected carcinogen and airborne
dusts must be controlled to not exceed recommended threshold limit values.
EYES SKIN
Dusts in eyes may cause irritation. Flush with water. Prolonged skin contact with nickel and cobalt may
cause allergic reaction in sensitive individuals.
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES
Flush with water if dust gets in eyes.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Product is not combustible. Fine metal powders produced by dry grinding or machining may cause an
explosive hazard. Control dust levels by utilizing wet machining or grinding processes, local exhaust
ventilation, and good housekeeping. Keep dusts from ignition sources. If dusts should combust, use dry
chemical extinguishing media, wear protective breathing apparatus and heat resistant clothing.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Use good personal hygiene. Avoid ingestion of dusts by not eating, drinking or smoking in areas where dusts
or fumes are generated. Grinding or machining should be performed using coolants to reduce dusts.
Adequate ventilation should be used when dry grinding or machining alloy. When operations create
exposure levels exceeding TLV’s, provide local exhaust ventilation. Use NIOSH-approved respirator as
required. Use safety glasses or goggles when handling, grinding or machining product. Magnetized product
may create personal hazards due to chipping, shattering, or pinching on impact. Use protective gloves, as
required.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
SPECIFIC GRAVITY
APPEARANCE
& ODOR
MELTING RANGE SOLUBILITY
7.0 to 7.35 g./cc.
Metallic silver/gray in color;
no odor
2,300 F – 2,550 F Not soluble
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Product is not reactive. Powders from product are incompatible with strong oxidizing agents such as
concentrated nitric acid. Avoid generation of airborne dusts that could create fire and explosive hazard.
(See Section 4)
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dusts or fine scrap may be vacuumed or swept wet to keep airborne dusts concentrations to a minimum.
Recycling of product recommended. Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION