Revision October 2001
Emergency 24Hour Telephone Number: |
U.K. International |
01294 461000 +44 1294 461000 |
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY
| PRODUCT | 'Metron Actuator' (Also known as Protractors, Retractors and Guillotines). 'Metron Actuator' is a registered trade mark of Troon Investments Limited. |
| MANUFACTURER ADDRESS |
Nobel Energetics Ardeer Site Stevenston Ayrshire Scotland KA20 3LN |
| PHONE No | +44 (0)1294 487007 |
| FAX | +44 (0)1294 487230 |
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Articles contain up to 100mg of initiating and gas generating explosive materials.
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
On electrical initiation, these devices operate very quickly. A small brass septum is ejected from the front of the device which presents a hazard to unprotected eyes.
Physical damage may result from contact with the moving piston.
It is possible for the piston to be ejected at high velocity. Users should test their application to ensure that there is no possibility of this situation arising.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
| Inhalation of Vapour | N/A |
| Skin Contact | N/A |
| Eye Contact | N/A |
| Ingestions | N/A |
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
In the event of fire, a very minor projection hazard exists when the heat causes the integrity of the construction to break down. Inform the Emergency Services of the nature of the product.
6 .ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
These devices can be handled safely.
7 .HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store in dry, temperate storage areas. The life of these products does not exceed 10 years from date of manufacture.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
| Exposure Limits | N/A | |
| Employee Protection Recommendations: | ||
| Respiratory Protection : | N/A | |
| Hand Protection: | N/A | |
| Eye Protection: | Safety Glasses/ Goggles. | |
| Skin Protection: | N/A | |
| Check with PPE manufacturer. | ||
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Small brass cylinders with two wires.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
| Stability | Stable below 100oC | |
| Conditions to Avoid | Fire and Impact | |
| Materials to Avoid | None | |
| Hazardous Decomposition Products | None |
11. TOXICITY DATA
Not applicable. These devices are sealed before, during and after functioning.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
These devices present no ecological hazard.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
| Product Disposal | Reference should be made to "Disposal of explosives waste" , issued by the UK Health and Safety Executive, Guidance Note CS23, 1998.
No attempt should be made to section or dismantle these devices Once functioned, by following the appropriate waste disposal regulations, these devices can be disposed of as scrap metal Unfired devices should be functioned individually by application of the correct firing current. Large numbers of devices should be disposed of by burning in a controlled manner. |
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| Container Disposal | Ensure packaging is free of explosive material prior to disposal. |
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
'Metron' Actuators, DR2000 series, are excluded from UN Class 1 and designated as not presenting a significant hazard from explosion
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Although containing explosives, these devices are sealed such that they are classed as 'Non-explosive' and therefore have no UN Number assigned to them.
| Safety Phrases | ||
| S1/2: | Keep locked up and out of reach of children. | |
| S15: | Keep away from heat | |
| S16: | Keep away from sources of ignition | |
| S33: | Take precautionary measures against static discharge. | |
| S35: | This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way | |
| S39: | Wear eye / face protection. | |
| S47: | Keep at temperatures not exceeding 700C | |
| S51: | Use only in a well ventilated area. | |
16. OTHER INFORMATION
This data sheet was last revised in October 2001.
This Data Sheet was prepared in accordance with the Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations (Chip 2 as amended).
The technical information provided in this safety data sheet should only be used for the purposes of assessing hazards with respect to safety or the environment. It should not be used as a technical specification or for engineering calculations.
Information in this document is believed to be accurate and is given in good faith but it is for the customer to satisfy itself of the suitability for its own particular purpose. The information provided is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It is not intended, and should not be construed as a warranty. Nobel Energetics should be consulted for further information.