BORNIT^® PS Cleaner

status technical data sheet

1st December 2020

Areas of application

BORNIT^® PS Cleaner is predominantly used for gentle cleaning of tools and machine parts following their use with BORNIT^® Cold Sealing Compound and BORNIT^® Cold Joint Sealant. Not yet thoroughly hardened product residues can be removed effortlessly. In case of thoroughly hardened polysulphide products, BORNIT^® PS Cleaner cannot be used anymore

Type and properties

BORNIT^® PS Cleaner is a ketone-containing solvent for cleaning not yet thoroughly hardened polysulphide products, such as BORNIT^® Cold Sealing Compound and BORNIT^® Cold Joint Sealant. Upon use on plastic parts, respectively check compatibility in advance. Rubber sealings must not be cleaned with BORNIT^® PS Cleaner. Upon contact with skin, BORNIT^® PS Cleaner has a degreasing effect, and it is easily flammable.

Processing

When working with BORNIT^® PS-Cleaner, provide for sufficient ventilation. Furthermore, wearing protective gloves and protective goggles is indispensable. The product is applied onto contaminated substrates using a brush or a cloth. After a short exposure time, the product residues can be removed with a dry cloth. In case of coarse contaminations, repeat the application, if applicable. Do not use in closed rooms!

Consumption

depending on the respective application

Product type

special cleaning agent

Base

toluene, methyl ethyl ketone

Density at +20 °C

approx. 0.65 g/cm³

Consistency

thin liquid

colour(s)

transparent

Application

brushing, cloth

storage

store in a cool and dry place protect against direct sunlight and exposure to heat keep away from sources of ignition product is not sensitive to frost

Shelf life

in originally sealed containers storable for 12 months

VOC category

1999/13/EG

actual permissible VOC content

637 g/l

Hazard class according to ADR

Aerosol (Aerosol 1)

Boiling start and Boiling range

> +56 °C

Upper/lower explosion limit

14,3 - 1,3 Vol-%

Flash point

-20 °C

Health and fire protection, occupational safety

To ensure safe handling of the product, the physical, safety, toxicological and ecological information provided online, the information in the current safety data sheet and the additional information on the label must be read and followed before purchasing or using the product! The applicable regulations, ordinances and laws must be complied with.

In case of doubt, please contact the BORNIT^® application technology department or the BORNIT^® service hotline on +49 375 2795 123.

Storage

The product must be stored dry, in closed containers. Protect from direct sunlight and exposure to heat. Keep container in a well-ventilated place away from sources of ignition. The product is not sensitive to frost!

Disposal note

Only recycle completely empty containers. Material residues can be disposed of according to AVV-ASN: 070204 (other organic solvents).

Note

The information set out above supersedes all previous technical information relating to the product. The previous information is therefore no longer valid. The details have been compiled in accordance with the latest state of the art in application technology. Please note, however, that depending on the condition of the building, it may be necessary to deviate from the working method recommended in this data sheet. Unless otherwise agreed in an individual contract, all information contained in this data sheet is non-binding and therefore does not constitute an agreed product specification. We reserve the right to make changes to the information contained in this data sheet at any time.

The product illustrations are to be understood as examples. No legally binding claim can be derived from them. We reserve the right to make changes to the product’s appearance.

Our packaging complies with the relevant legal requirements and with Regulation (EU) 2025/40 on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR). The technical documentation in accordance with Annex VII is available and can be provided on request by email to info@bornit.de.

UN-number

UN 1950

Hazard pictograms

Signal word

Danger

Hazard-determining components for labelling

1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one; acetone

H-records

H222: Extremely flammable aerosol.
H229: Pressurized container: may burst if heated.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.
H360D: May damage the unborn child.

EUH-records

EUH018: In use may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.
EUH066: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

P-records

P251: Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection.
P410 + P412: Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C/122 °F.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to a suitable recycling or disposal facility.

Recommended, personal protective equipment: