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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET COVERED WELDING ELECTRODES ARCOS ALLOYS DIVISION OF HOSKINS MFG. CO. #1 ARCOS DRIVE MT. CARMEL, PA 17851 (717) 339-5200 REF: MSDSNO. 207 REVISION DATE 6-8-90 CHEMTREC 800-424-9300 SECTION I PRODUCT TYPE This MSOS is for covered welding electrodes. Arcos designations are listed in Section II. SECTION II a- TRADENAME AND MAXIMUM DEPOSIT COMPOSITION' ARCOS DESIGNATION HIGH-NICKEL AND NICKEL-BASE ALLOYS1 Fe Cr Cu Mn Mo Ni 4N11, Ni-1 INI2, NiCrMo-3 803. CuNi, CuNi (70:30) 4N1 A, NiCrFe-2 9N10, NiCu-7 8N12, NiCrFe-3 C276, NiCrMo-4 .01 99.0 1.6 7.0 23.0 10.0 76.8 .01 70.4 2.5 32.0 12.0 17.0 3.5 2.5 85.5 .02 30.0 4.0 69.0 10.0 17.0 9.5 81.0 7.0 16.5 1.0 17.0 66.5 Cb 4.2 3.0 2.5 2.5 SECTION 0 b Other ingredients in coating: Sodium Aluminum Flouride (except C276), Calcium Carbonate, (containing silica) Titanium Dioxide. Sodium Silicate. Potassium Silicate (except 4N11) In addition, the following grades contain the following: CuNi - Manganese Oxide (1%). Calcium Silicate, Magnesium Flouride, Magnesium. Aluminum (1%) 9N10 - Manganese Oxide (2%). Calcium Silicate. Aluminum (.3%) 4N11 - Magnesium, Sodium Titanate. Magnesium Flouride 8N12 - Feldspar (containing silica) 1N12 - Feldspar (containing silica). Calcium Flouride 4N1A - Magnesium Carbonate. Calcium Flouride C276 - Calcium Flouride. Potassium Bichromate (.2%) 'Composition of HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS (as defined by 0SHA 29CFR1910 1200 and PA TITLE 34) 1% or greater by weight, except 01% or greater tor nickel and chromium May be prefixed by E or MIL A 061470 CONFTDFNTTAl SECTION D - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS' IMPORTANT This section lists hazardous ingredients in the as shipped product. INGREDIENT PELfTWA)* TLV-TWA* Aluminum (Al) Cobalt (Co) Potassium Bichromate Chromium (Cr) Copper (Cu) Manganese (Mn) Molybdenum (Mo) Nickel (Ni) Tungsten (W) Calcium Flouride (As F) Calcium Carbonate (containing silica) Titanium Oioxide Magnesium Carbonate Sodium Silicate Potassium Silicate Manganese Oxide Calcium Silicate Feldspar (containing silica) Sodium Aluminum Flouride (As F) Iron 15(5)* 0.05 C0.1 1 1 C5 10 1 5(STEL-10) 2.5 15(5*) 10(5*) 15(5*) C2(As NaOH) None C5 15(5*) 0.05** 2.5 None 10 0.05 0.05 0.5 1 5 10 1 5 2.5 10 10 10 C2 (As NaOH) None 5 None 2(Total Dust) 2.5 None CAS#* 7429 90 5 7440-48-4 7778-50-9 7440-47-3 7440-50-8 7439-96-5 7439-98-7 7440-02-0 7440-33-7 7789-75 5 1317-65-3 13463-67-7 546-93-0 1344-09-8 1312-76-1 1344-43-0 13983-17-0 68476-25-5 13775-53-6 7439-89-6 Nuisance particulates as respirable dust at 5mg/mJ ('Respirable Fraction) (** Crystalline Silica) (C-Ceiiing Limit) (STEL Short Term Exposure Limit) SECTION IV PHYSICAL DATA Covered Welding Electrodes are solid wire with a flux coating. SECTION V - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA Nonflammable, however, arcs, sparks, and molten metal can ignite flammables and combustibles or cause explosions. SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA Welding and hot cutting fumes and gases cannot be classified simply. Their composition and quantity are dependent on the metal being welded, the procedures, processes and the type of wire or electrodes used. Other influencing factors are the presence of contaminents in the atmosphere. Decomposition products from the welding or cutting operation include those from the volatilization, reaction and/or oxidation ol the materials in Section III and may include oxides of the metals, chromates, flourides and complex metallics. Gaseous reaction products may include carbon monoxide, ozone and nitrogen oxides. Chlorinated solvents may be decomposed into toxic gases such as phosgene. 'Composition of HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS (as defined by OSHA 29CFR1910 1200 and PA Tm.E 34) 1% ot greater by weight, except .01% or greater tor nickel and chromium 'May be prefixed by E or MIL 'OSHA Permissible exposure limits (mg/m') (Time Weighted Average) `Threshold limit value Time Weighted Average (mg/m') AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF GOVERNMENTAL INDUSTRIAL HYGIENISTS (ACGIH) 'Chemical Abstract Services Number DO ^ 0^ A7 T TAV- When the electrodes and fluxes are consumed, the fume and gas decomposition products generated are ditlerent in form from the ingredients listed in Section III. New compounds not in the electrodes may lorm. The known gases and fumes that may form during welding or hot cutting and their exposure limits are noted in the following table: Aluminum Fume (Al) Carbon Monoxide Chromium Chromium (Chromates) Cobalt Fume (Co) Copper Fume (Cu) Flourides (As F) Iron Oxide Fume (As Fe) Magnesium Oxide Fume (MgO) Manganese Fume (Mn) Molybdenum (Mo) (Soluble) Nickel (Ni) (Soluble) Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) Tungsten (W) (Soluble) Nitrogen Oioxide Ozone Phosgene PEL (TWA)1 5 40 (C229) 1 C0.1 0.05 0.1 2.5 10 5* 1 (STEL-3) 5 0.1 C2 1 (Stet-3) (Stel-1.8) 0.2(Stel -.6) 0.4 TLV-TWA4 5 55 0.5 0.05 0.05 0.2 2.5 5 10 1 5 0.1 C2 1 6 C.2 0.4 CAS#1 7429-90-5 630-08-0 7440-47-3 Vanes with Compound 7440-48-4 7440-50-8 Varies with Compound 1309-37-1 1309-48-4 7439-96-5 7439-98-7 7440-02-0 1310 58-3 7440-33-7 10102-44-0 10028-15-6 75-44-5 (PEL TLV values are mg/m1) (C-ceiling limit) (STEL-Short Term Exposure Limit) (*Respirable Fraction) The limit lor welding fumes not otherwise classified is 5 mg/m1. Some elements or compounds will exceed their PEL'S/TLV's before the total fumes exceed 5 mg/m1. SECTION VU HEALTH HAZARD DATA This Product Poses No Health Hazard As Shipped*** But May Pose A Health Hazard During Use. Electric arc welding rays can injure eyes and bum skin. Dust, fumes and gases can be dangerous to your health. Lung damage may result from overexposure. Sections II, III and VI list specific hazardous ingredients, reaction products and OSHA PEL'S and ACGIH TLV's. AGGRAVATION Some workers may experience discomfort at concentrations below the threshold limit values and others may be affected by a pre-existing condition or other occupational illness because of the wide variation in individual susceptibilities. PRIMARY ROUTE OF ENTRY Fumes, gases and dust can be a health hazard thru inhalation. ACUTE EXPOSURE Short term exposure to welding fumes, gases or dust may result in discomfort such as dizziness, nausea, fever, dryness and/or irritation of nose, throat and eyes. Skin sensitivity may also be noted. Acute exposure can result in the same symptoms except to a greater degree as well as watery eyes, headache, breathing difficulty, frequent coughing and/or chest pains. Some toxic gases may cause pulmonary edema, asphyxiation and excessive exposure can be fatal. CHRONIC EXPOSURE Chronic exposure may result in neurological 'damage, lung fibrosis, pneumoconiosis and other lung diseases. Nickel and Chromium are considered possible carcinogens under OSHA (29CFR 1910-1200.) The studies forming the basis for this classification were from operations other than welding of nickel and chromium. There is considerable controversy on the extent of the respiratory cancer problems due to nickel and chromium. In adoition a small amount of silica is also present and it is listed as a probable carcinogen. Nevertheless exposures must be maintained below the levels specified in Section II and IV. ^^ 47? CONF TDENT T AL DaGE 2 EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID ' In case of electrical shock, turn off power prior to removal from exposure area and administration of first aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult administer oxygen. If not breathing begin artificial respiration. If no detectable pulse begin external heart massage. SKIN: Wash affected area with soap and water. EYES: Flush with large amounts of fresh water for at least 15 minutes. INGESTION: Seek medical attention. ***ln all cases, seek medical attention for first aid.*** SECTION VH - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE VENTILATION Use enough ventilation when cutting, grinding or welding to keep the dust, fumes and gases from the workers breathing zone and general area. Keep exposure below the limits specified in Sections III and VI. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Use weld fume respirator or air supplied respirator when cutting, grinding or welding in a confined space or where local exhaust or general ventilation does not keep exposure below recommended limits. Monitor the air quality inside the welder's helmet, if worn, and/or the worker's breathing zone to determine if a respirator is required and the type needed. Use only NIOSH approved respirators. EYE PROTECTION Use OSHA approved goggles, glasses and/or face shield when cutting, grinding or welding. In addition, when hot cutting or welding, wear welding helmet or face shield with filter lens. Select welding lens shade from American Welding Society (AWS) publication F2.2. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING Wear gloves and flame retardant clothing when cutting, grinding or welding. Do not expose skin to radiation when hot cutting or welding. Provide protective screens to shield others. SPILLS. LEAKS AND WASTE DISPOSAL Clean up any grinding dust or waste residues and place in suitable Department of Transportation (DOT) approved containers and dispose of in full compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Avoid inhalation and skin exposure. SECTION IX SARA TITLE D (Section 313, Toxic Chemicals) NOTIFICATION The ARCOS Welding Products listed in Section II of this Material Safety Data Sheet contain toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of TITLE III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40CFR Part 372 of the Federal Register. Refer to the following sources for additional important information: ANSI Z49.1 The American Welding Society P.O. Box 351040 Miami, FL 33135 OSHA (29CFR 1910) U.S. Department of Labor Washington, DC 20210 DISCLAIMER OF UABUJTY As the conditions or methods of use are beyond our control, we do not assume any responsibility and expressly disclaim any liability for any use of this material. Information contained herein is believed to be true and correct but all statements or suggestions are made without any warranty, express or implied, regarding accuracy of the information, the hazards connected with the use of the material or the results to be obtained from use thereof. PAGE 4 DO A 06.1473 CONFIDENTTAI