Part 5 Annexures
5.3
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Product Identification
Product Name
Oxygen Sensor Series – PO2, TO2 series
Synonyms
Precision Electrochemical Sensor
Manufacturer
Southland Sensing Ltd, 848 North Rainbow Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89107 USA
Emergency Phone Number
1-949-398-2879
Preparation / Revision Date
April 23rd, 2012
Notes
Oxygen sensors are sealed, contain protective coverings and, in normal conditions, do not
present a health hazard. Information applies to electrolyte unless otherwise noted.
Specific Generic Ingredients
Carcinogens at levels > 0.1%
None
Others at levels > 1.0%
Potassium Hydroxide or Acetic Acid, Lead
CAS Number
Potassium Hydroxide = KOH 1310-58-3 or Acetic Acid = 64-19-7, Lead = Pb 7439-92-1
General Requirements
Use
Potassium Hydroxide or Acetic Acid - electrolyte, Lead - anode
Handling
Rubber or latex gloves, safety glasses
Storage
Indefinitely
Physical Properties
Boiling Point Range
KOH = 100 to 115 C or Acetic Acid = 100 to 117 C
Melting Point Range
KOH -10 to 0 C or Acetic Acid – NA, Lead 327 C
Freezing Point
KOH = -40 to -10 C or Acetic Acid = -40 to -10 C
Molecular Weight
KOH = 56 or Acetic Acid – NA, Lead = 207
Specific Gravity
KOH = 1.09 @ 20 C, Acetic Acid = 1.05 @ 20 C
Vapor Pressure
KOH = NA or Acetic Acid = 11.4 @ 20 C
Vapor Density
KOH – NA or Acetic Acid = 2.07
pH
KOH > 14 or Acetic Acid = 2-3
Solubility in H2O
Complete
% Volatiles by Volume
None
Evaporation Rate
Similar to water
Appearance and Odor
Aqueous solutions: KOH = Colorless, odorless or Acetic Acid = Colorless, vinegar-like
odor
Fire and Explosion Data
Flash and Fire Points
Not applicable
Flammable Limits
Not flammable
Extinguishing Method
Not applicable
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Not applicable
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Not applicable
