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Methylene Dichloride
Methylene Dichloride (CH2Cl2)
Methylene dichloride is typically produced by chlorinating methane or methyl chloride at elevated temperatures. It is also released during its industrial use as a solvent in paint stripping, metal cleaning, and adhesive formulations.
Specifications we measure
| Range | Resolution | Technology | Sensor Module | |
| 100 %LEL | 1 | Catalytic Pallister | ES-COM-4CP100 | |
| 13% V/V | 0.1 | Catalytic Pallister | ES-COM-4CP100 | |
| 300 PPM | 1 | PID | ES-VOC-4PI300 (70) |
OSHA Guidelines
- STEL : 125 ppm (15-minute)
- TWA : 25 ppm (8-hour )
ACGIH Guidelines
- TWA : 50 ppm PPM (8-hr )
Health effects
- Inhalation: Causes headache, dizziness, nausea, and respiratory irritation
- Skin Contact: May lead to dryness, irritation, or dermatitis
- Eye Contact: Can cause severe irritation and redness
- High Exposure: May depress the central nervous system and impair coordination
- Chronic Exposure: May affect liver and kidneys with prolonged contact