Exothermic Sleeve is a vacuum-formed exothermic material, designed for use on all grades of iron and steel.
Exothermic Sleeves exhibits the following characteristic:
Mef 1.5 – 1.7
Standard Moisture
0,20% – 0,30%
Storage:
Store in a dry place, preferably on pallets.
Shelf Life
6 to 12 months
- COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Product description Red in colour, exothermic refractory ceramic fibre shape, rigid, fibre spheres for use as foundry riser sleeve.
SUBSTANCE CONCENTRATE CAS NO. R.PHRASES
Aluminum Granules > 30% 7429-90-5 R10-15
Alumino Silicate Ceramic > 40% 85997-17-3 R40,R20,R36/37/38
Fibre
Silica > 20% 14808-60-7 Respirable
Fraction > 1%
- HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Presented as a formed shape. Cutting or abrasion will release dust and fibres should be avoided and respiratory protection used. Based on animal studies excessive exposure to refractory ceramic fibres as possibly carcinogenic (Class 2) to humans and crystalline silica as probably carcinogenic to humans. Temperatures in excess of 500°C are needed to instigate combustion. The shape will burn with an exothermic reaction-emitting fume when ignited. Burn temperature can reach 2000°C. The sleeve contains its own oxidation source and will continue to burn until fuel is exhausted.
Health Effects Eyes Dust will cause irritations
Skin Material may cause irritation if handled
Ingestion May cause irritation of the mouth, throat and digestive tract
Inhalation of powder or fume during burning may cause irritation of the nose, throat and respiratory tract.
- FIRST-AID MEASURES
Skin: Rinse affected areas with water and wash gently with soap. Do not use
Detergents.
Eyes: Flush eyes with large quantities of water. Have eye bath ready for where
eye contact may occur.
Ingestion: Drink plenty of water
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Drink water to clear throat and blow nose to evacuate
dust
First Aid: Acute irritation and/or inflammation is due to mechanical action
General Precautions: Seek medical attention if symptoms persist
- FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media: Dry Sand
DO NO USE WATER OR HALOGENATED EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Special Hazards: Material burns with exothermic reaction to very high temperatures. The oxidation source contained in the product will maintain the burn reaction making extinguishing difficult. Apply above extinguishing media and allow material to burn whilst safeguarding surroundings.
- ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS * Wear appropriate dust masks and clothing if damaged items create duct.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS * Do not allow to enter drains or watercourses. Do not allow dust to be windblown.
SPILLAGES * Pick up large pieces and use a vacuum cleaner with an exhaust filter for smaller pieces or dust. Wet the area before brushing up.
- HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING * Keep dust level to a minimum and below the exposure limit
(OEL) or European ceramic Fibre Industry Association
(ECFIA) recommended exposure guideline at 0,6% F/ml
STORAGE * Store Dry
- EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Refractory Ceramic Fibre * MEL 2 F/ML 8h TWA
Refractory Ceramic Fibre * MEL 5 mg/m³ 8h TWA
Silica Crystalline Respiratory Dust * OEL 0,4 mg/m³ 8h TWA
ENGINEERING CONTROL MEASURES * Use engineering control such as dust extraction at point of work to keep dust level to a minimum. Use a suitable respirator if controls are not adequate.
HAND PROTECTION * Use gloves
EYE PROTECTION * Wear goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
SKIN PROTECTION * Wear overalls that are loose-fitting at the neck or wrist.
- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE * Colour Buff, Rigid fibre shapes
DENSITY * 500-1000 kg/m³
ODOUR * Odorless
- STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability * Stable under normal conditions
Conditions to avoid * Sources of ignition, sparks and flame, exposure to
water or moisture. Do not use wet shapes in contact
with hot metal.
Hazardous Decomposition * Ignition of the material causes burning with an intense
exothermic reaction. Fumes emitted during ignition
may cause irritation.
- TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Inhalation of refractory ceramic fibres may lead to respiratory damage and has been classified as a possible human carcinogen (Group 2B) by the international Agency for Research on Cancer based on animal experiments in the absence of data on the carcinogenicity of ceramic fibres to humans.
- ECOLOGIICAL INFORMATION
NOT HAZARDOUS
- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
The material prior to ignition and use should be bagged and declared for special disposal.
The material after ignition is not classified as hazardous waste and may generally be disposed of at a normal tipping site, which has been licensed for the disposal of industrial waste.
The product should be bagged or wetted to avoid the creation of dust, which may be unacceptable at some tip sites.
- TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Ensure dust is not windblown during transport
- REGULATORY INFORMATION
See section 2
- OTHER INFORMATION
Training in the safe handling of exothermic products containing refractory fibre is important.
Items are for industrial use only in approved applications
People wishing for other information can question the manufacturer (address page 1).
The information given here is based on the state of our knowledge relevant to the product at the date of printing.
This information relates only to the material and its variants detailed in this datasheet.
Exothermic Sleeves exhibits the following characteristic:
Mef 1.5 – 1.7
Standard Moisture
0,20% – 0,30%
Storage:
Store in a dry place, preferably on pallets.
Shelf Life
6 to 12 months
