Yuasa NPL 78-12, 12V Ah lead acid battery YUANPL78-12IFR YUANPL78-12IFR Data Sheet
Product codes
YUANPL78-12IFR
Yuasa Battery Europe Ltd
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Valve Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA) Battery
Document:
SDS 01
Issue No:
3
Issue Date:
19.10.2011
Page
4 of 8
If this document is printed, it is to be considered uncontrolled and for reference only.
Store batteries in their original packaging wherever possible. When batteries are
removed from their original packaging (e.g. for transportation of small quantities),
ensure new packaging protects the batteries from damage and risk of short circuit
of the terminals.
removed from their original packaging (e.g. for transportation of small quantities),
ensure new packaging protects the batteries from damage and risk of short circuit
of the terminals.
Handling:
Only trained operators should be allowed to handle VRLA batteries.
Mechanical lifting aides (e.g. FLT) may be required to move large batteries.
End-of-Life
(EC WEEE Regulations)
(EC WEEE Regulations)
Ensure batteries are removed from equipment at end of life and collected for
recycling by an approved contractor.
recycling by an approved contractor.
Installation:
Refer to EN 50272-2:2001, Safety requirements for secondary batteries and
battery installations
battery installations
– Part 2 Stationary batteries.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Components
VRLA Battery
Personal Precautions:
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 any 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.
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 any 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.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Components
VRLA Battery
The main components are listed in item 2 above.
The undamaged product is a manufactured item 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. NP24-12FR
technical specification. These batteries carry the suffix ‘FR’ after the battery type; e.g. NP24-12FR
Batteries emit hydrogen gas, which is highly flammable and forms explosive mixtures in air, see Section 5.
Plate Grids and
Active materials
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.
solution.
Density (at 20°C)
11.35 g/cm
3
Vapour pressure (at 20°C)
N.A.
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)
N.A.
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.
solvents, chlorinated
hydrocarbons.
Density (at 20°C)
1.07-1.4 g/cm
3
(DIN 53479)
Vapour pressure (at 973°C)
1mm Hg
Separator Material:
Form
Fibrous material
Solidification point
N/A
Colour
White
Boiling point
N/A
Odour
Odourless
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Density (at 20°C)
N/A
Vapour pressure (at 20°C)
N/A