SDS

SDS: Aluminum Electrode USF
October 1, 2014
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INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult administer oxygen. If breathing has stopped, begin artificial
respiration and obtain medical assistance immediately.
ELECTRIC SHOCK: Disconnect and turn off the power. Use a nonconductive material to pull victim away from contact with
live wire parts or wires. If breathing has stopped, begin artificial respiration and obtain medical assistance immediately. If no
detectable pulse, begin Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. (CPR) and immediately call for medical aid.
GENERAL: Move to fresh air and call for medical aid.
NOTES TO PHYSICIANS OR FIRST AID PROVIDERS:
When the electrode is consumed, fume and gas decomposition products generated are different in percent and form from the
ingredients listed in Section 3. Fume and decomposition products, not the ingredients in the electrode, are important.
Decomposition products include those originating from the volatilization, reaction, or oxidation of materials in Section 3, plus those
from the base metal, etc., as noted above. These components are virtually always present as complex oxides and not as metals
(Characterization of Arc Welding Fume: American Welding Society). Reasonably expected fume constituents of the fume could
include complex oxides of aluminum.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Non-Flammable: Welding arc and sparks can ignite combustibles. Refer to American National Standard Z49.1 for fire prevention
during welding. These products as shipped are non-hazardous, nonflammable, non-explosive, and non-reactive.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR (% by volume): UPPER: N/A LOWER:N/A
FLASH POINT: N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A
NFPA HAZARD CLASSIFICATION:
Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Other:
RATING UNDER NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION 704:
Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Protection:
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use the extinguishing media recommended for the burning material and fire situation.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus as fume or vapors may be harmful.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Reasonably expected fume constituents of the fume could include complex oxides
of aluminum, hydrogen fluoride (HF), fluorides
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES: Solid objects may be picked up and placed in a container. Wear protective clothing and
make sure that the solid objects are at room temperature before handling.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Gloves should be worn when handling to prevent cuts.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: See section 12 and 13