Printer toner typically has a KST value in the moderate explosibility range (100–200 bar·m/s), but a dust test on a representative sample is crucial for accurate risk assessment and safety planning.
The KST value of printer toner, which measures its explosibility, can vary depending on factors such as the toner’s chemical composition, particle size, and additives. Printer toner dust typically falls within the moderate explosibility range, with KST values often cited between 100 and 200 bar·m/s, though specific formulations or extremely fine particles may exceed this range. Variations in manufacturing processes, environmental conditions, and potential contaminants can significantly influence the explosibility of the toner used in your facility. Given this variability, relying on general KST ranges may not provide an accurate assessment of the risks associated with your specific toner dust. To ensure proper safety measures and compliance with explosion protection standards, it is essential to conduct a standardized dust test on a representative sample from your operation. This test provides precise data for designing safety systems tailored to your facility, minimizing risks, and ensuring safe operations.