Battery Information Sheet Primary Li-SO2 single cells and multi
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1. saff Battery Information Sheet Primary Li SO2 single cells and multi cell battery packs According to REACH regulation EC 1907 2006 Art 31 and to OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1910 1200 batteries are ARTICLES with no intended release As such they are not covered by legal requirements to generate and supply an SDS or an MSDS This Battery Information Sheet is provided solely as information document for the purpose of assisting our customers 1 IDENTIFICATION 1 1 Product Lithium sulphur dioxide primary unit cells and multi cell battery systems composed of these cells 1 2 Supplier Headquarters Saft S A S Address 12 rue Sadi Carnot 93170 BAGNOLET France Phone Fax 33 0 1 49 93 19 18 33 0 1 49 93 19 50 Factory Saft Ltd Address River Drive Tyne amp Wear SOUTH SHIELDS NE33 2TR United Kingdom Phone Fax 1 44 191 456 1451 1 44 191 456 6383 Factory Saft America Inc Address 313 Crescent Street VALDESE NC 28690 USA Phone Fax 1 828 874 4111 1 828 874 2431 Factory Saft Poitiers Address Rue Georges Leclanch BP 1039 86060 POITIERS Cedex 9 France Phone Fax 33 0 5 49 55 48 48 33 0 5 49 55 48 50 1 3 Emergency contact For chemical emergency ONLY in case of spill leak fire exposure or accident call CHEMTREC at a May 2014 Version 1 2 Li SO single cells and multi cell battery systems Page 1 2 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION The Li SO batteries described2. exposed to fire to prevent rupture If the cells or batteries are not located at the center of the fire copious amounts of water may be supplied using a diffuser type nozzle so that the cells remain cool during the fire containment and extinction A sprinkler system should be suitable for this purpose the critical factor being that the lithium cells do not experience temperatures above the melting point of lithium 180 C Small amounts of water should never be used such as the volumes contained within portable fire extinguishers Standard dry powder extinguishers are ineffective It should be kept in mind that a hazard of hydrogen formation exists whenever hot lithium metal comes into contact with water 14 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION not anticipated under normal use Respiratory ae i In all fire situations use self contained breathing apparatus protection Hand In case of leakage wear protective gloves protection Eye F Safety glasses are mandatory during handling protection Other In the event of leakage or ruptured cells wear a rubber apron and protective clothes AFNOR pictograms Occupational exposure standard Compound 8 hour TWA 15 min TWA SK Sulfur Dioxide 1 ppm 1 ppm a May 2014 Version 1 2 Li SO single cells and multi cell battery systems Page 6 15 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES not anticipated under normal use INDIVIDUAL PRECAUTIONS Evacuate the
3. IMDG sea transportation UN 3090 or UN 3091 Transportation within the US DOT 49 Code of Federal Regulations UK regulatory references Classified under CHIP Battery Directive 2006 66 EC see section 9 12 FIRST AID MEASURES not anticipated under normal use 12 1 Electrolyte contact EYE CONTACT Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention SKIN CONTACT Remove contaminated clothing and immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes In severe cases get medical attention INHALATION Contents of an opened cell may cause respiratory tract and mucus membrane irritation Remove from exposure rest and keep warm Immediately inhale Cortisone spray In severe cases track medical surveillance for 48 hours INGESTION Wash out mouth thoroughly with water and give plenty of water to drink Get medical attention FURTHER TREATMENT All cases of eye contamination persistent skin irritation and casualties who have swallowed this substance or have breathed its vapours should be seen by a Doctor 12 2 Lithium metal contact EYE CONTACT Immediately flush with large quantities of water for at least 15 minutes with open eyelids and get medical attention SKIN CONTACT Remove particles of lithium from skin as quick as possible Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention INHALATION INGESTION Contents of an opened cell may caus
4. e respiratory tract and mucus membrane irritation Remove from exposure rest and keep warm Immediately inhale Cortisone spray In severe cases track medical surveillance for 48 hours May 2014 Version 1 2 Li SO single cells and multi cell battery systems Page 5 13 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES not anticipated under normal use ESTINGUISHING MEDIA During a fire with lithium batteries using large amounts of cold water or water based foam has some cooling effect and is effective to prevent fire expansion as long as the extent of the fire has not progressed to the point that the lithium metal they contain is exposed as marked by appearance of deep red flames Do not use warm or hot water Lith X Class D extinguishers are effective on fires involving only a few lithium batteries Do not use CO or Halon type extinguishers Do not use sand dry powder or soda ash graphite powder or fire blankets Use only class D metal extinguishers on raw lithium metal SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES Fire fighters should wear approved certified positive pressure self contained breathing apparatus Full protective clothing is necessary to prevent potential body contact with electrolyte solution During water spraying caution is advised as burning pieces of lithium may be ejected from the fire It is permissible to use any class of extinguishing medium specified above on these batteries or their packing material Cool exterior of batteries if
5. employees from area until fumes dissipate In case of electrolyte leakage from a cell or battery do not inhale vapors or touch liquid with bare hands In case of skin or eye contact inhalation or ingestion follow the measured described in section 12 ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTION Avoid sewage surface water and underground water contamination Avoid ground and atmosphere contamination WAYS OF CLEANING With protective glasses and gloves use absorbent material sand earth chalk CaCO3 or lime CaO powder or Vermiculite to absorb any exuded material Seal leaking battery unless hot and contaminated absorbent material tight in plastic bag and dispose of as hazardous waste in accordance with local regulations Electrolyte traces may be wiped off dryly using household paper Rinse with water afterwards 16 OTHER INFORMATION This information has been compiled from sources considered to be dependable and is to the best of our knowledge and belief accurate and reliable as of the date compiled However neither exhaustively nor perfect reliability can be granted Information does not imply implicit or specific warranty of it This information relates to the specific products designated and may not be valid for such products used in combination with any other materials or in any process It is the user s responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability and completeness of this information for his particular use Saft does not accept liab
6. gle cell batteries and multi cell battery packs that are non restricted to transport non assigned to the Miscellaneous Class 9 use lithium batteries inside label For the single cell batteries and multi cell battery packs which are restricted to transport assigned to Class 9 use Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods and UN Identification Number Labels In all cases refer to the product transport certificate issued by the manufacturer UN Numbers 3090 LITHIUM METAL BATTERIES Shipment of cells and batteries in bulk 3091 LITHIUM METAL BATTERIES CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT or LITHIUM METAL BATTERIES PACKED WITH EQUIPMENT Cells and batteries contained in equipment or packed with it May 2014 Version 1 2 Li SO single cells and multi cell battery systems Page 4 Shipping name LITHIUM METAL BATTERIES Hazard Classification 9 Depending on their lithium metal content some single cells and small multi cell battery packs may be non assigned to Class 9 Refer to Transport Certificate Packaging Group II 10 2 International agreements By Air International IATA ICAO UN 3090 or UN3091 By Sea International IMDG UN 3090 or UN 3091 European road transportation ADR European rail transportation RID 11 REGULATORY INFORMATION Regulations specifically applicable to the product ACGIH and OSHA see exposure limits of the internal components of the battery in section 14 IATA ICAO air transportation UN 3090 or UN 3091
7. hroat and gastro respiratory tract May 2014 Version 1 2 Li SO single cells and multi cell battery systems Page 3 Q t sart Eat 8 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION The batteries do not contain mercury cadmium or other heavy metals Eco toxicity None known if used disposed of correctly Mammalian affects None known if used disposed of correctly Bioaccumulation potential None known if used disposed of correctly Environmental fate None known if used disposed of correctly 9 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Batteries do not contain hazardous materials according to EC Directives 91 157 EEC 93 86 EEC and 2002 95 EC RoHS Directive Battery recycling is either mandatory or recommended The European Directive 2006 66 EC has been implemented by most EC member states Dispose of in accordance with local laws and regulations Do not incinerate or subject cells to temperatures in excess of 85 C Such abuse can result in loss of seal electrolyte leakage and or violent disassembly with risk of material projections For additional information a Technical Notice is available upon request See the section on Sustainability amp Environment on http www saftbatteries com 10 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Note when manufacturing a new battery pack one must assure that it has fulfilled the tests according to the UN Model Regulations Manuel of Tests and Criteria Part Ill subsection 38 3 10 1 United Nations Class For the sin
8. ility for any loss or damage that may occur whether direct indirect incidental or consequential from the use of this battery information sheet provided as a service to our customers Saft does not offer warranty against patent infringement SaftT 12 rue Sadi Carnot 93170 Bagnolet France Doc N BISO3 11 12 Edition January 2014 Version 1 2 Tel 33 0 1 49 93 19 18 Fax 33 0 1 49 93 19 69 Data in this document is subject to www saftbatteries com change without notice and becomes contractual only after written confirmation May 2014 Version 1 2 Li SO single cells and multi cell battery systems Page 7
9. in this Battery Information Sheet are sealed units which are not hazardous under normal operating conditions in accordance with manufacturer s recommendations as stated in the user s manual or other similar documentation Under normal use the battery integrity is maintained and the active components it contains are isolated from the outside In particular the battery should not be submitted to any mechanical opening puncture immersion thermal burning heating to temperatures above the normal temperature range of the product or electrical abuse short circuit recharge forced discharge which will lead to the activation of safety valves and or the rupture of the battery container Any accidental release of the inner components of the cell or their combustion products could be highly hazardous Battery content exposition to air humidity liquid water may be followed by severe battery vent explosion fire depending on the hazard causes and circumstances Protection from charging Whenever lithium batteries are not the single power source in a circuit the following measures recommended by Underwriters Laboratories are relevant The cells should not be connected with an electrical power source that would increase the load through the cells The electronic circuit shall include one of the following A Two suitable diodes or the equivalent in series with the cells to prevent any reverse charging current The second diode is used to provide
10. protection in the event that one would fail Quality control or equivalent procedures shall be established by the device manufacturer to check that the diode polarity is correct for each unit or B A blocking diode or the equivalent to prevent any reverse charging current and a resistor to limit current in case of diode failure The resistor should be sized to limit the reverse charging current to the maximum value according to the data sheet of the cell 3 COMPOSITION INFORMATION OR INGREDIENTS Each unit cell consists of a hermetically sealed metallic can containing a number of chemicals and materials of construction of which the following are potentially hazardous upon release to air Component CAS Number EINECS ELINCS Content wt Lithium metal 7439 93 2 231 102 5 lt 3 Sulfur Dioxide 7446 09 5 231 195 2 lt 30 Acetonitrile 75 05 8 200 835 2 lt 9 Lithium Bromide 7550 35 8 231 439 8 2 0 2 5 Carbon 1333 86 4 215 609 9 6 5 7 Mild Steel Nickel Aluminium and inert material N A N A remainder Quantities may vary with cell model 4 HANDLING AND STORAGE IMPORTANT NOTICE Lithium Sulfur dioxide batteries are not rechargeable and should not be charged or recharged Manufacturer s recommendations should be followed regarding maximum current and operating temperature range Applying pressure or deforming the battery may lead to disassembly and cause eye skin and throat irritation STORAGE Store in a cool regulated p
11. r If leaking gives off a pungent corrosive odour Flash point Not applicable Flammability Not applicable Boiling Point Not applicable Melting Point Not applicable Vapor Pressure Not applicable Vapor Density Not applicable pH Not applicable Specific Gravity Not applicable Solubility in water Not applicable Solubility other Not applicable 6 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY The battery system is stable when handled and stored according to section 4 MATERIALS TO AVOID Oxidizing agents bases water CONDITIONS TO AVOID Do not heat above 85 C or incinerate Do not disassemble crush pierce short charge or recharge Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Hydrogen H2 as well as lithium oxide Li2O and lithium hydroxide LiOH dust are produced in case of reaction of lithium metal with water hydrolysis Sulfur dioxide SO released into ambient conditions can react with water to form Sulfuric acid 7 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION There is no risk unless the battery ruptures In the event of accidental exposure to internal contents corrosive fumes will cause skin eye and mucous membrane irritation Medical conditions are generally aggravated by exposure to battery internal contents eczema skin allergies lung injuries asthma and other respiratory disorders may occur Overexposure may cause symptoms of non fibrotic lung injury and ingestion can cause tissue damage to t
12. referably below 30 C dry and ventilated area away from possible sources of heat open flames food and drink Avoid exposure to direct sunlight for long periods Temperatures above 85 C may cause leakage and rupture and result in shortened battery service life Keep proper clearance space between batteries and walls May 2014 Version 1 2 Li SO single cells and multi cell battery systems Page 2 Since short circuit can cause burn hazard leakage or explosion hazard keep batteries in original packaging until use and do not mix them HANDLING e Do not open the battery system e Do not crush or pierce the cells e Do not short or terminal with conductors e Do not reverse the polarity e Do not submit to excessive mechanical stress e Do not mix batteries of different types or mix new and old ones together e Do not use the unit without its electronic management system e Do not expose the unit to water or condensation e Do not directly heat solder or throw into fire Such unsuitable use can cause leakage or spout vaporized electrolyte fumes and may cause fire or explosion 5 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES The lithium sulfur dioxide cell or battery described by this Battery Information Sheet is a sealed unit when offered for sale It is a manufactured article and does not expose the user to hazardous chemicals when used in accordance with manufacturer specifications Appearance Cylindrical shape Odou
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