Cautions and warnings

Personal safety

The electrolytes used by EPCOS have not only been optimized with a view to the intended

application, but also 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, part of the high-voltage electrolytes used by EPCOS are self-extinguishing. They

contain flame-retarding substances which will quickly extinguish any flame that may have been

ignited.

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 safe substitute materials are

currently known. However, the amount of dangerous materials used in our products has been

limited to an absolute minimum. Nevertheless, the following rules should be observed when

handling Al electrolytic capacitors:

Any escaping electrolyte should not come into contact with eyes or skin.

If electrolyte does come into contact with the skin, wash the affected parts 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 breathing in 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.

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