Atlas Fibre

Material Safety Data Sheet

Thermoset Laminates


  1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:

    Atlas Fibre Company
    3721 W. Chase Avenue
    Skokie, Illinois 60076
    Emergency Telephone # 847-674-1234

    Chemical Name: See chart
    Chemical Family: Thermoset Laminates
    Trade Name & Synonyms: none

  2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS:

    Substances listed are those identified as being present in concentrations of 1% or greater, or 0.1% if substance is listed as a potential carcinogen. NONE

  3. PHYSICAL DATA:

    Melting Point: See Chart
    Vapor Pressure: N/A
    Vapor Density: NIA
    Solubility in Water: NIA
    Appearance: Sheet, Rod, Tube, and Machined Parts
    Specific Gravity: (H20 = 1): See Chart
    Percent Volatile by Volume: .3 - 1.0%
    Evaporation Rate: N/A
    Color: Various, Natural to Black
    Odor: None to slight

  4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA:

    Flash Point: N/A
    Flammability Limits: N/A
    Extinguishing Media: Water, Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical
    Special Fire Fighting Procedures: For significant fires, use self contained positive pressure breathing apparatus and wear full protection
    Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: May give off any or all of the hazardous decomposition products listed. Dust from dry fabrication operations may be explosive if mixed with air in critical proportions in the presence of ignition.

  5. HEALTH HAZARD DATA:

    Threshold Limit Value: No TLV exist for thermoset laminate plastic shapes. The hazards associated with thermoset laminate plastic shapes are for the products of combustion; See Chart.
    Effects of Overexposure: Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory irritation. may cause skin or eye irritation.
    Emergency and First Aid Procedures: In the event of acute exposure, remove to fresh air, administer oxygen, and seek physician's assistance.

  6. REACTIVITY DATA:

    Stability: Stable
    Incompatibility: Not Incompatible
    Hazardous Decomposition Products: See Chart
    Hazardous Polymerization: N/A
    Conditions to Avoid: When heated to decomposition or combustion temperatures, hazardous products of combustion occur as shown - See Chart

  7. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES:

    Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: N/A Waste Disposal Method: Approved landfill site in compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations.

  8. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION:

    Respiratory Protection: If machining operations are not adequately ventilated, a N.I.O.S.H. approved respirator should be worn.
    Ventilation: Mechanical(general) preferable, local exhaust acceptable.
    Protection Equipment: When machining thermoset laminate plastics, face shield or safety glasses should be worn. In general, protection beyond established industrial safety practices and adequate ventilation is not required.

  9. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS:

    Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storage: None
    Other Precautions: When fighting fires use a self contained breathing apparatus.

* N/A - Not Applicable

CHEMICAL NAME GRADES SPECIFIC GRAVITY MELTING POINT :F FLASH IGNITION TEMP :F HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION
Phenolic Cellulose X, XX, XXX 1.10-1.40 N/A Non-Volatile CO, CO2, F
Phenolic Cellulose C, CE 1.10-1.40 N/A Non-Volatile CO, CO2, F
Phenolic Cellulose L, LE 1.10-1.40 N/A Non-Volatile CO, CO2, F
PhenoLic Nylon N-1 1.15-1.19 N/A Non-Volatile CO, CO2, F
Phenolic Glass G3 1.70-1.90 N/A Non-Volatile CO, CO2, F
Melamie Glass G5, G-9 1.70-1.95 N/A Non-Volatile CO, F, A
Silicone Glass G-7 1.55-2.05 N/A Non-Volatile CO
Epoxy Glass G-1O/FR4 1.65-2.20 N/A Non-Volatile CO, CO2, F, HBr
Epoxy Glass G-11/FR5 1.65-2.20 N/A Non-Volatile CO, CO2, F, HBr
Polyester Glass GPO-1,2,3 1.61-2.00 N/A 650 CO
Polyester FR Glass Electrical 1.83 N/A 650 CO, HBr

CO = Carbon Monoxide C02=Carbon Dioxide F=Formaldehyde HBr=Hydrogen Bromide A=Ammonia

The data supplied is based on tests and experience which Atlas Fibre Company (A.F.C.) believes to be reliable and are supplied for information purposes only. A.F.C disclaims any liability for damage or injury which results from the use of this data and nothing contained therein shall constitute a guarantee. warranty (including warranty of merchantability). or representation (including freedom from patent liability) by A.F.C. wth respect to the data, the products described, or their use for any special purpose, even if that purpose is known to Atlas Fibre Company.


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