MSDS: WET LEAD ACID STORAGE BATTERIES

MSDS: Energel, Marinegel, Powergel, Railgel, RVgel and Sungel
Material Safety Data Sheet
SEALED GEL LEAD ACID STORAGE BATTERIES UN 2800
Issue Date December 2011
Status ISSUED by TLM
Authorised by DJB
COMPANY DETAILS
Company name
Address
Battery Energy Power Solutions Pty Ltd (ABN 83 003 325 139)
96 Fairfield Street
FAIRFIELD NSW 2165
Emergency telephone 0438 295 210
Telephone / Fax
Telephone: (02) 9681 3633 Fax: (02) 9632 4622
Other information
Victorian Branch
0438 756 921
Queensland Branch
0400 288 737
WA Branch (agent)
0417 955 440 or (08) 9419 6449
Website
www.batteryenergy.com.au
IDENTIFICATION
Product name
Energel, Sungel, Marinegel, Railgel, RVgel and Powergel.
Proper shipping name Energel, Sungel, Marinegel, Railgel, RVgel and Powergel.
Manufacturer’s code Listed below
Energel
4EG70
4EG100
6EG100
6EG130
6EG160
2EG200
2EG225
4EG225
4EG250
2EG300
2EG350
2EG400
2EG500
2EG550
2EG700
2EG800
2EG900
2EG1100
2EG1300
2EG1600
2EG2300
2EG2800
2EG3400
Length mm
109
109
276
276
276
109
184
276
276
184
184
184
184
184
145
145
210
210
210
210
212
212
212
Physical Details of Gel Batteries
Width mm
Height mm
184
265
184
265
184
265
184
265
184
265
184
265
197
265
184
265
184
265
197
265
197
265
276
265
276
265
276
265
206
680
206
680
191
680
191
680
233
680
275
680
487
680
576
680
576
680
Weight kg
12.5
15
28
32.5
38
15
20
34
38
23
26
33
37
39
58
63
72
85
99
120
188
220
255
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Marinegel
4MG130
6MG130
6MG200
2MG250
4MG310
2MG450
2MG650
2MG1000
2MG1350
2MG2000
Powergel
6PG180
4PG280
2PG400
2PG600
Railgel
4RG85
4RG55
4RV130
6RG150
2RG180
2RG200P
4RG240
4RG280P
2RG330
2RG500
RVgel
6RV200
2RV250
4RV310
2RV450
2RV650
Sungel
6RV200
2RV250
4RV310
2RV450
2RV650
4SG110
6SG200
2SG250
4SG320
2SG450
2SG650
2SG875
2SG1000
2SG1400
2SG1750
2SG2000
2SG2600
2SG3000
2SG3750
2SG4500
Length mm
109
276
276
109
276
184
184
145
210
210
Width mm
184
184
184
184
184
197
276
206
191
275
Height mm
265
265
265
265
265
265
265
680
680
680
Weight kg
15
28
38
15
38
26
39
63
85
120
276
276
184
184
184
184
197
276
265
265
265
265
38
38
26
39
109
109
109
276
109
109
276
276
184
184
184
184
184
184
184
184
184
184
197
276
265
265
265
265
265
165
265
265
265
265
15
10.5
15
38
15
15
38
38
26
39
276
109
276
184
184
184
184
184
197
276
265
165
265
265
265
38
15
38
26
39
276
109
276
184
184
109
276
109
276
184
185
145
145
210
210
210
212
212
212
212
184
184
184
197
276
184
184
184
184
197
276
206
206
191
233
275
487
487
576
576
265
165
265
265
265
265
265
165
265
265
265
680
680
680
680
680
680
680
680
680
38
15
38
26
39
12.5
32.5
13
38
23
32
49
54
71
87
103
138
152
188
220
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UN number
DG class
Packing group
Hazchem code
Poisons schedule
Product use
2800
Class 8 SP 238 Subsidiary Class 6.1 (a) Special Provision clause A67
111 (EPG 8A1)
4Y (black on white) E
Not scheduled
Sealed lead acid batteries for use in standby, starting and solar / remote
area and other cycling applications.
Physical Data
Boiling point
Vapour pressure
Vapour density
Solubility in water
Appearance & odour
Specific gravity
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.260kg per cubic metre. High rate units may contain 1.300kg per cubic
metre.
Percentage volatile by volume
N/A
Evaporation rate
N/A
Flammability Data
Flashpoint
Flammable limits
N/A
Hydrogen
Lower explosive limit 4%
Upper explosive limit 74%
Unusual fire & explosion
Will generate hydrogen and sulphuric acid mist on overcharge.
Hazards
Case material is ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) and will give off
copious amounts of black sooty smoke when ignited in a major fire.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chemical Entity (of grids)
Lead (or compounds)
Antimony
Tin
Selenium
Silica
Copper
Sulphuric acid
Plastic battery case
%by
Weight
70-75%
0%
0.4
0
1.5
0.7
20-30%
TWA’s
(mg/m3)
0.5
1
CAS No.
7664939
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HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects
Acute –
There is no possibility of exposure to lead, etc. unless the battery is
destroyed. Sulphuric acid mist causes coughing and will burn eyes and
skin.
First Aid
Skin
Action:
Skin contact: possible if the battery electrolyte is splashed. Battery
electrolyte is corrosive to skin.
Treat as an acid burn. Remove from source; remove contaminated
footwear and clothing immediately. Wash with soap and water.
Obtain medical attention.
Eyes
Action:
Eye contact: possible if the battery electrolyte is splashed.
Treat as an acid burn. Remove from source; remove contaminated
clothing immediately. Flush eyes thoroughly with tepid water for 15
minutes, lifting eye lids regularly.
Obtain urgent medical attention.
Inhalation
Action:
Inhalation: possible from toxic fumes when involved in fire.
Remove patient to ventilated area and lay down. If not breathing,
commence cardiac pulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Obtain urgent medical attention.
Ingestion
Ingestion: possible via hand contaminated by contact with lead or acid
components of the battery.
Do not induce vomiting, keep calm and quiet. Drink copious amounts of
water. Obtain urgent medical attention.
Action:
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Personal Protection
Personal Protection
Acid resistant clothing, made with neoprene or PVC is recommended,
including gloves and aprons. Splash-proof chemical safety goggles or a
face shield should be worn for eye and face protection when working with
cells. Appropriate respiratory protection should be worn when mist (e.g.
following excessive overcharge) exceeds permissible limits.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport
Storage Precautions
Transport Handling
Keep inside a well ventilated building at moderate temperatures.
During transport, the batteries are kept in wooden or cardboard /
polystyrene packaging. Considerable care should be exercised when
handling the batteries due to their weight and the relative fragility of the
case. Do not use the terminal posts for handling or lifting the cells or
batteries. When supplied, plastic handles should be employed.
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Transport
Battery Energy sealed lead acid batteries are classified in Australia as
non dangerous goods for road transport. For air transport, they are
classified as suitable under IATA Dangerous goods regulation Special
Provision clause A 67.
Spills and Disposal
Spills or Leaks
Disposal
In the event of a spill or a leak avoid breathing the vapour / fumes and
avoid contact with the skin.
Wear protective clothing, acid resistant boots, gloves, face shield and
goggles. If SAFE stop the source of the leak. Evacuate and limit access
to area. Remove combustible material and all sources of ignition. No
smoking or naked flames. Isolate the spill and dilute with water then
neutralize with sodium carbonate or sodium bicarbonate. Advise the
Police and Fire Brigade of location, type of product and quantity of spill.
When neutralized collect residue and place in a suitable container
labelled as containing hazardous waste. Treat refuse as hazardous
waste when disposing.
Do not release hazardous waste into drains, sewers or the environment.
Special Precautions
Special Precautions
Keep away from sources of ignition during and immediately following
charge. Use insulated tools when working with cells. In confined areas
place the shroud cover on the inter-cell connections or on the cell top as
soon as is practicable.
Fire / Explosion Hazard
Fire/explosion hazard N/A
Firefighting
LEL = 4.1% (Hydrogen gas in air)
Procedures
U2EL = 74.2%
Extinguishing media CO2: foam, dry chemical
Hazardous
Sulphuric acid is water-reactive if concentrated
Reaction Hazchem code
4Y (black on white) E
CONTACT POINT
Contact
Australia:
Business Hours: Dr David Brown
Telephone: (02) 9681 3633
After hours: Dr David Brown
Mobile: 0438 295 210 Telephone: (02) 9680 1183
IMPORTANT ADVICE:
This MSDS summarises our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard information of the
product and how to safely handle and use the product in the workplace. Each user should read
this MSDS and consider the information in the context of how the product will be handled and
used in the workplace including its use in conjunction with other products. If clarification or further
information is needed to ensure that an appropriate risk assessment can be made, the user
should contact Battery Energy Power Solutions Pty Ltd. Our responsibility for products sold is
subject to our standard terms and conditions, a copy of which is sent to our customers and is also
available on request.
End of MSDS
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