Things You Should Know About Non-sparking Tools

"Non-sparking", "spark reduction", "fire-resistant" or "fireproof" tools are the names of tools made of brass, bronze The name for tools made from metals such as brass, Monel metal (copper-nickel alloy), copper-aluminum alloy (aluminum bronze), or a copper-beryllium alloy (beryllium bronze).

Commonly used hand tools are usually made of steel alloys. Preferred "non-sparking" metals have lower tensile strengths than the steel typically used to make tools. The lower tensile strength means that the metal has less strength or tear resistance when stretched under test conditions. This also means that these tools are softer, wear faster, and must be trimmed more frequently than ordinary steel tools.

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Non-Sparking Applications

Explosion-proof products can prevent combustible gas explosions from the impact of the mutual friction between tools and workpieces, to ensure the safety of personnel and property. Widely used: petroleum, petrochemical, chemical, mining, natural gas, oil and gas pipelines, power, pharmaceutical, transportation, gas, coal, oil, and other industries, is a necessary security tool in inflammable and explosion places.

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Manufacturing Operations

Alcohol Industries

Ammunition, Missile & Explosives

Plants

Automotive Plants (Spray Booth)

Bakeries

Breweries & Distilleries

Chemical Manufacturing

Fabricated Metal Products

Fertilizer Plants

Governmental Agencies

(Local, State & Federal)

Aircraft and Missile Plants

Airports (Refueling & Maintenance Operations)

Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine, Coast Guard, & Civil Support Units)

Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear or Explosives (CBRNE) Logistical Support / Operational Equipment.

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Transportation Industries

(including their Maintenance, Cleaning & Service Companies)

Airports

Railroads

Shipyards

Tankers

Tanker Trucks

Vessels

Workboats

Other Industries

Cleaning & Spraying Operations

Confined Space Maintenance

Explosives & Pyrotechnics

Geophysical Exploration

Grain Storage & Handling

Hazardous Materials Handling (HAZMAT)

What is the most important thing to understand about "non-sparking" tools?

Non-sparking tools also produce sparks, sometimes called "cold sparks". These cold sparks have low heat and do not ignite carbon disulfide, which has the lowest ignition point of any substance known to man. Therefore, while "spark-free" tools may reduce the risk of sparking, they do not eliminate the possibility of sparking. The name "non-sparking" is misleading because these tools can produce sparks: the term "spark reduction tools" better describes these tools.

Non-metals such as wood, leather, and plastic are suitable for tools such as shovels, scrapers, or spatulas and do not pose a frictional spark hazard.

OSHA (Occupational Health and Safety Administration) and NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) have issued many standards and recommendations for the use of non-sparking tools in hazardous environments.

Note: It is important to carefully evaluate each situation and use the appropriate tool for the hazard present. In some cases, "non-sparking" tools may still be able to produce sparks. Contact the tool manufacturer and the manufacturer of the flammable material (for example) for advice and more information.

How should you use and maintain "non-sparking" tools?

Follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of explosion and fire.

Ensure that all "non-sparking" tools are kept clean and free of iron or other contaminants that may interfere with the non-sparking characteristics.

Do not use non-sparking hand tools that are in direct contact with acetylene, which can form explosive acetylenes, especially in wet conditions.

Use local or mechanical ventilation systems to remove hazardous materials, dust, and vapors from the workplace, as appropriate.

Follow normal safety procedures when sharpening non-sparking tools, such as providing eye and face protection, adequate extraction and dust removal facilities.

As a non-sparking tools supplier, Tuokai safety tools produces three product series: beryllium bronze non-sparking tools, aluminum bronze non-sparking tools, and high-grade steel non-sparking special tools.