Cautions and warnings

Personal safety

The electrolytes used by EPCOS have been optimized both with a view to the intended

application and with regard to health and environmental compatibility. They do not contain any

solvents that are detrimental to health, e.g. dimethyl formamide (DMF) or dimethyl acetamide

(DMAC).

Furthermore, some of the high-voltage electrolytes used by EPCOS are self-extinguishing.

As far as possible, EPCOS does not use any dangerous chemicals or compounds to produce

operating electrolytes. However, in exceptional cases, such materials must be used in order to

achieve specific physical and electrical properties because no alternative materials are currently

known. However, the amount of dangerous materials used in our products is limited to an

absolute minimum.

Materials and chemicals used in EPCOS aluminum electrolytic capacitors are continuously

adapted in compliance with the EPCOS Corporate Environmental Policy and the latest EU

regulations and guidelines such as RoHS, REACH/SVHC, GADSL, and ELV.

MDS (Material Data Sheets) are available on the EPCOS website for all types listed in the data

book. MDS for customer specific capacitors are available upon request.

MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) are available for all of our electrolytes upon request.

Nevertheless, the following rules should be observed when handling aluminum electrolytic

capacitors: No electrolyte should come into contact with eyes or skin. If electrolyte does come

into contact with the skin, wash the affected areas immediately with running water. If the eyes are

affected, rinse them for 10 minutes with plenty of water. If symptoms persist, seek medical

treatment. Avoid inhaling electrolyte vapor or mists. Workplaces and other affected areas should

be well ventilated. Clothing that has been contaminated by electrolyte must be changed and

rinsed in water.

B41821, B43821

Standard series

85

°C

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