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