Aluminum Oxide Bonded Abrasive Cutting/Grinding Wheel MSDS Sheet Page 1 of 3
MSDS
Aluminum Oxide Resinoid Bonded Cutting/Grinding Wheel
Section I
Manufacturer's Name: Weiler Corporation
Address: One Wildwood Drive, Cresco, PA 18326
Emergency Telephone Number: (570) 595-7495
Telephone Number for Information: (570) 595-7495
Date prepared: January 25, 2006
Name of preparer: Frank J. Hettes
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information
Chemical CAS# OSHA OSHA ACGIH OSHA Max.%
Name PEL REG. Y/N TLV Carcinogen
(Common (Y/N)
Name)
Alumina 1344.28.1 Y N 90%
10mg/m 3 10 mg/m 3
(Aluminum
Oxide)
Iron Oxide 1309.37.1 Y N .05%
10mg/m 3 5mg/m 3
(Iron Oxide)
Silicon Dioxide 7631.86.9 N ***NAIF N 4%
6mg/m 3
(Silicon Oxide)
Sodium- 15096.52.3 ***NAIF Y N 7%
2.5mg/m 3
Hexafluoro
(Cryolite)
Calcium Metasil 13983.17.0 ***NAIF Y ***NAIF N 3%
(Wallastonite)
Prepreg Fiber ***NAIF ***NAIF Y N 5%
10 mg/m 3
(Fiberglass)
Section III - Physical / Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point: **N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): **N/A
Vapor Density (AIR=1): **N/A
Solubility in Water: Slight
Specific Gravity (H 2O=1): 2.0
Melting Point: 900 degrees fahrenheit
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): **N/A
Appearance and Odor: Dark brown to black color slight
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Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (method used): **N/A
Flammable Limits: LEL: **N/A UEL: **N/A
Extinguishing Media: Water spray, CO2
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing
apparatus to avoid inhalation of smoke or vapors.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: **N/A
Section V - Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable
Conditions to avoid: None
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): **N/A
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: In use dust and decomposition odors
are created, material removed from workpiece will be greater.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to avoid: None
Section VI - Health Hazard Data
Primary Route(s) Acute and Chronic Health Effects First Aid and
of Entry and Effects of Overexposure Medical Information
Inhalation Acute: Possible cough. Remove to fresh air, artificial
(during grinding) Chronic: May effect breathing respiration as needed; Obtain
capacity. medical assistance.
Ingestion No known adverse affects, but Obtain medical assistance.
(during grinding) ingestion not recommended.
Skin (during Some may experience skin irritation Wash affected areas with soap
grinding) (contact from dust. and water; obtain medical
& absorption) assistance.
Eye Dust may irritate eyes. Wash with large amounts of
(during grinding) water; obtain first aid and
medical assistance, if needed.
Other Potential Grinding may create elevated sound Obtain medical assistance;
Health Risks levels which may affect hearing and there is limited information
(during grinding) may aggravate pre-existing respiratory that Chrystalline Silica is a
conditions. carcinogen.
Section VII - Precautions For Safe Handling And Use
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Handle carefully: Wheels shall not
be stored subject to water or solvents.
Other Precautions: Comply with ANSI B7.1 Safety, Use, Care of Abrasive Wheels;
Comply with RPM rating on each product.
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Grinding and cut-off wheels
if dropped or damaged can cause serious bodily injury. Avoid usage if product has
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been dropped or damaged. Normal clean up procedures.
Waste disposal method: Standard landfill or incineration in accordance with local, state and federal
regulations.
Section VIII - Control Measures
Respiratory protection (specify type): MSHA - NIOSH approved respirators
- See OSHA 29CFR1910.134
Ventilation: Yes
Local Exhaust: See OSHA 29CFR1910.94 & 1000
Mechanical (General): Wheel Guards
Special: Avoid contact with sparks
Other: Do not wear contact lenses
Protective gloves: As desired by user
Eye protection: Recommended - See OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133
Other protective clothing or equipment: Safety shoes, fireproof clothing, head and ear protection.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Keep dust washed off skin, wear clean clothing.
**N/A = Not Applicable
***NAIF = No applicable information found
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