Datasheet

GS Yuasa Battery Europe Ltd.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
In accordance with REACH Regulation EC No. 453/2010
Document: QAPTEC0022
Issue No: 13
Issue Date: 18/10/2017
Page: 6 of 11
If this document is printed, it is to be considered uncontrolled and for reference only.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Components
8.1
VRLA Battery
Control Parameters: There are no special control parameters for the handling, storage, installation of
VRLA Batteries.
VRLA Batteries emit hydrogen gas which is highly flammable and will form
explosive mixtures in air from approximately 4% to 76%. Never install VLRA
Batteries in a gas-tight enclosure during storage, transport or usage.
8.2
Exposure Control: There are no special exposure controls for the handling, storage, installation or
use of VRLA Batteries.
8.3
Personal Protection: When there is no evidence of damage or visible traces of liquid (electrolyte) or
solid deposits on the batteries they may be handled safely without extra
personal protective equipment.
Ensure electrical insulation equipment is used when installing batteries.
(e.g. insulated mats and covers; insulated tools)
Remove ALL metallic objects from the person when working with VRLA
Batteries: e.g. Jewellery (rings, watches, bracelets, necklaces), pens, torches,
etc.
Where there are signs of damage or liquid (electrolyte) or solid deposits, rubber
gloves and acid resistant clothing must be worn when handling the batteries
and affected packaging to protect against the effects of any electrolyte that may
be present.
If it is suspected that free electrolyte is present, then safety glasses must be
worn, and if large amounts are present, chemical goggles or face shield should
be used.
UL CAUTIONARY
STATEMENT:
“Warning: Risk of fire, explosion, or burns. Do not disassemble; heat above
50°C; or incinerate”.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Components
9.1
VRLA Battery

The main components are listed in SECTION 2 above.
 The undamaged product is a manufactured article in an inert plastic (ABS) case, which will burn if
subjected to high temperatures or sources of ignition. Some battery types are made with Flame Retardant
ABS cases, see technical specification. These batteries carry the suffix ‘FR’ after the battery type; e.g.
NP24-12IFR
The information below refers to the physical and chemical properties of the main VRLA Battery components and substances. This information
is published for reference only.
Plate Grids and
Active materials:
Appearance Safety-related data
Form
Solid
Solidification point
327 °C
Colour
Grey or brown
Boiling point
1740 °C
Odour
Odourless
Solubility in water
Very low (0.15mg/l)
Solubility in acid or
alkaline solutions
Yes, dependant on the strength of
solution.
Density (at 20°C)
11.35 g/cm
3
Vapour pressure (at 20°C)
*Undetectable
Battery Electrolyte:
Form
Liquid
Solidification point
-35 to -60 °C
Colour Colourless Boiling point Approx. 108 to 114 °C
Odour
Odourless
Solubility in water
Complete
Density (at 20°C)
Variable up to 1.350 g/cm
3
Vapour pressure (at 20°C)
*10-20 mmHg
Case Material:
Appearance Safety-related data
Form
Solid
Softening point
> 100 °C (DIN 53460)
Colour
Grey or black
Flash Point
>330 °C
Odour Slight Odour Solubility in water Insoluble
Solubility in other solvents
Soluble in polar solvents, aromatic
solvents, chlorinated hydrocarbons.
Density (at 20°C)
1.07-1.4 g/cm
3
(DIN 53479)
Vapour pressure (at
*20°C)
*Undetectable
Separator Material:
Form
Fibrous material
Solidification point
*820
°
C
Colour
White
Boiling point
*>2500
°
C
Odour
Odourless
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Density (at 20°C)
*2.23g/cm
3
Vapour pressure (at 20°C)
*Undetectable