What Safety Gate found
The Atomstack A5 20W laser engraver (Class 4) lacks an effective protective housing. The design leaves an open gap between the laser head and the workpiece, and the machine can be operated without its protective cover. These deficiencies result in potential eye exposure to reflected laser radiation.
Why this matters
Class 4 lasers are high-power devices that present significant risks for eye and skin injury. Without a properly enclosed system, accidental reflections from the workpiece can cause permanent damage to the user or bystanders.
What buyers should check
Verify if your machine has an integrated, light-tight protective enclosure that fully contains the laser processing area. Ensure the device complies with EN ISO 11553-1 and EN 60825-1, and demand a valid EU Declaration of Conformity.
Official source
Safety Gate reference: A11/00143/22. Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10007369
European Commission Safety Gate
Alert A11/00143/22. Open the Commission record to inspect the source information directly.
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