Rublesol pure odorless mineral spirits (OMS) is an ideal solvent for use with oil and alkyd painting. Rublesol evaporates completely and leaves no residue.
Artists use mineral spirits as an alternative to turpentine because it is less flammable and less toxic. Because of interactions with pigments, painters require a higher grade of mineral spirits, including the absence of residual sulfur. Rublesol odorless mineral spirits have been further refined to remove the more toxic aromatic compounds and is recommended where painters must use a less odorous solvent.
Rublesol is less toxic than other brands of odorless mineral spirits (OMS), mineral spirits and turpentine because the aromatic components have been removed. The Permissible Exposure Level (PEL) is 300 parts per million. This means painters can work with Rublesol three times longer than turpentine (100 PEL) without adverse health effects. The higher the PEL, the safer the solvent is to use.
ApplicationsUse to thin oil-based paints for better flow, penetration, and leveling. Use to dilute wax and wax pastes. Use as a cleaner to remove wax and oil. Use to clean brushes and for general studio use.
DirectionsUse Rublesol to dissolve paint, varnish or mediums, then wash off the residue in warm soapy water, and finally rinse in clean water.
Typical SpecificationsRublesol OMS is an isoparaffinic solvent that has been synthesized from selected hydrocarbons under conditions that exclude virtually all odor-producing fractions. The product is consequently highly stable and retains its virtually odorless quality under normal conditions and extended storage.
Rublesol OMS meets the Federal specification A-A-2904, type III. Rublesol OMS does not contain detectable quantities of polycyclic aromatics, heavy metals or chlorinated compounds.
| Specifications | |
| Product Name: | Rublesol OMS |
| CAS No.: | 64741-65-7 |
| EINECS No.: | 265-067-2 |
| Density @15.6° C: | 0.759 kg/m³ |
| Relative Evaporation Rate: (nBuAc=1) (ASTM D3539) | 0.10 |
| Evaporation Time: (nBuAc=470 sec) (ASTM D3539) | 4700 seconds |
| Kauri-Butanol Value (ASTM D1133): | 29 |
| Flash Point: | 51° C |
| VOC Content (ASTM D4052): | 758 g/L |
| Hildebrand Solubility Parameter: (cal/cm³)^½ | 7.4 |
| Hydrogen Bonding Index: | 0.0 |
| Fractional Polarity: | |
| Safety Information: | WARNING! Contains Petroleum Distillates. Flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin. Affects central nervous system. Causes irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Overexposure may result in nausea, headache, confusion or instability. Conforms to the health requirements of ASTM D 4236. PRECAUTIONS: Avoid prolonged contact with skin and breathing vapors. Keep away from eyes. Keep away from heat or flame. Use with adequate ventilation. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. FIRST AID: If swallowed do not induce vomiting, get prompt medical attention. If eye irritation occurs, rinse with water 5–10 minutes. If symptoms occur, move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, see a physician. For further health information contact a local poison control center or call 1-800-445-7067. |