Use selfcontained breathing apparatus scba and protective clothing. Handling and storage advice on general occupational hygiene conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is. Never open an acetylene cylinder valve without the regulator attached. Acetylene, dissolved gas safety data sheet sds p4559. Vapour of the solvent is carried away as impurity when the acetylene is extracted from the gas receptacle. Remind your employees to read the label on the cylinder and the material safety data sheet msds. Enter the 10digit sds number, as listed on your correspondence, into the search box. Highpressure, oxidizing gas evacuate all personnel from the danger area. For example, copper fittings are incompatible with acetylene and can form explosive deposits. O never generate, pipe or use acetylene at 15 psig.
Material safety data sheet product name airgas inc. Only experienced and properly instructed persons should handle gases under pressure. Acetylene cylinders are filled with porous material that carries the acetone. We have prepared a wide range of safety data sheets. For safety reasons, acetylene gas is dissolved in acetone in the gas cylinder.
Gas regulator of suitable pressure and flow rating fitted to cylinder and manifold with low pressure gas distribution equipment which controls fuel gas mixture and flame. For safety reasons, the acetylene is dissolved in acetone cas no. The transportation of compressed gas cylinders in automobiles or in closedbody vehicles can present serious safety hazards and should be discouraged. Compressed gas a flammable gases b1 dangerously reactive f.
Protection of all personnel and the area must be maintained. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet matheson trigas, inc. Stop flow of gas if safe to do so, while continuing cooling water spray. Ensure that fittings and tubing are compatible with the gas and designed for that use. Immediately cool containers with water from maximum distance. Acetylene, material safety data sheet, revision date 01sep2010, page 2 11. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and give you access to their msds online database. Fire hazard, reactive, sudden release of pressure, immediate acute health. May displace or reduce oxygen available for breathing especially in confined spaces. Compressed gas cylinders, portable tanks, and cargo tanks shall have pressure relief devices installed and maintained in accordance with compressed gas association pamphlets cga s1.
Standard protective clothing and equipment self contained breathing. Compressed gas cylinders range from small lecture bottles to large cylinders with more than 200 cubic feet of gas. Fuel gas for welding, cutting, heating, brazing and soldering. Shipment of compressed gas cylinders that have been filled without the owners consent is a violation of federal law 49 cfr 173. Helium, compressed safety data sheet p4602 this sds conforms to u. Before using a compressed gas cylinder cylinder, users and handlers must be familiar. Product and company identification product name acetylene product codes g2 unnumber un1001 recommended use compressed gas. Material safety data sheet argon compressed roc group of companies page 1 of 6 1. Acetylene is a colorless, flammable gas which may have a garliclike odor, that is dissolved in a solvent called acetone or dimethylformamide dmf. Your new online msds binder is a place for you to store the material safety data sheets you need to deploy. Safety data sheet ghs product identifier other means of identification product type. December 2009 page 3 of 10 protective equipment and precautions for firefighters.
Safety data sheets safety data sheets can be an extremely useful source of information to help you remain vigilant on the potential hazards of our products. Some common kinds of compressed gas include acetylene, ammonia, carbon dioxide, chlorine, fluorine, hydrogen and oxygen. Always store and handle compressed gas cylinders in accordance with compressed gas association, pamphlet cgap1, safe handling of compressed gases in containers. Linde gas north america llc linde merchant production inc.
Please be aware that you may need to supplement the contents of these data sheets with the most uptodate local regulations and legislative guidelines governing safe use of our products. If you have an sds number shown on your invoice or a letter you received in the mail, simply click the msds online button on the right side of the screen. Our msds database is an easy to use, do it yourself tool, and best of all. Search for an sds for australian industrial, scientific and medical gases and industrial products. Firefighters should wear selfcontained breathing apparatus and full fire. Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite. Air samples can be used to find out what respiratory. There are many different types of gases, including. Chemical product and company identification product name. Compressed gas safety resources for individual gases. O emphasize they must periodically inspect storage areas. Acetylene is a highly flammable colourless gas of distinct odour. Do not allow storage area temperature to exceed 50c. The main health hazard associated with a release of this gas is asphyxiation by displacement of oxygen.
Accidental release measures continued this is an extremely flammable gas. Hazards identification flammable gases category 1 gases under pressure compressed gas classification of the. Before using a compressed gas cylinder cylinder, users and handlers must be familiar with general and specific hazards associated with it. Acetylene, dissolved gas safety data sheet sds p4559 praxair. Product use industrial and specialty gas applications. Whmis compressed gas a flammable gases b1 dangerously reactive f 2. Remind your employees to read the label on the cylinder and the material safety data sheet msds for safety information. Never place a compressed gas cylinder where it may become part of an electrical circuit. Our gas cylinders comply with australian standards and we supply argon, argoweld and. Cylinders should be transported in a secure position, in a well ventilated vehicle. Safety relief devices for compressed gas containers. Accidental release measures steps to be taken if material is released or spilled. Msds for all compressed gas cylinders in your workplace.
Ensure that fittings and tubing are compatible with the gas and. Exposure controls personal protection engineering measures provide. The concentration of the solvent vapour in the gas is lower than the concentration limits to change the classification of the. Acetylene, dissolved praxair safety data sheet p4559. Only experienced and properly instructed persons should handle compressed gases. Acetylene gas poses an extreme fire hazard when accidentally. For safety reasons, the acetylene is dissolved in acetone flam. Praxair material safety data sheet american compressed gas. Replace when signs of damage or deterioration are noted. Acetylene gas can act as a simple asphyxiate, it may decrease concentration of. Material safety data sheet complete welders supply. Own your gas cylinder puregas is a supplier of industrial gases and cylinders to those who demand quality. Acetylene as this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section.
See safety resources for individual toxic and hazardous gases. Fuel gas for welding, cutting, heating, brazing and soldering applications. Find the safety data sheets sds for the products you are interested in from the alphabetical listing below. Safety data sheets can be an extremely useful source of information to help you remain vigilant on the potential hazards of our products. Have the group walk to a nearby compressed gas storage area and complete a practice inspection. Select the pdf icon to the left and you may print or save as needed. Material safety data sheet argon compressed roc group of companies page 3 of 6 and contact supplier.
Handling and storage advice on general occupational hygiene conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas. As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section. Ask group members to identify requirements for handling and storage noted therein. Vapour of the solvent is carried away as impurity when the acetylene is extracted from the gas container. Firefighters should wear selfcontained breathing apparatus and full firefighting turnout gear. Safety regulations are generally governed first and foremost by local legislation. O supply the group with a msds for a compressed gas used in your workplace.
Vapors or gases may ignite at distant ignition sources and flash back. Regulatory information the following selected regulatory requirements may apply to this product. Take a copy of the label and the msds to physician or other health professional with victims. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Safety data sheet ghs product identifier other means of identification product type section 1. Vapor of the solvent is carried away as impurity when the acetylene is extracted from the gas container. Never place a compressed gas cylinder where it may become part of an. Classification determined in accordance with compressed gas association standards. Please be aware that you may need to supplement the contents of these.
Immediately evacaute all personnel from danger area. Compressed gas cylinders can present a variety of hazards due to their pressure andor. Never recompress a gas or a gas mixture without first consulting the supplier. Never strike an arc on a compressed gas cylinder or make a cylinder a part of an electrical circuit. Use selfcontained breathing apparatus where needed. Acetylene central welding supply gas, safety and welding. Vapor of the solvent is carried away as impurity when the acetylene is. Please ensure that this msds is received by the appropriate person. Containers may rupture or explode if exposed to heat.
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