What Safety Gate found
The German authorities identified that this laser engraving machine allows for the emission of unrestricted, invisible laser radiation. The product fails to comply with the Machinery Directive and European standards EN 60825-1 and EN ISO 11553-1.
Why this matters
Laser processing machines must be designed to contain hazardous radiation within the enclosure. When invisible laser radiation escapes, the user may be unaware of the danger, as there is no natural blink response to invisible beams, leading to potentially severe eye injuries or permanent vision loss.
What buyers should check
- Ensure the product has a valid EU Declaration of Conformity and appropriate CE marking.
- Verify if the machine is a certified Class 1 product, which should prevent access to hazardous radiation during normal operation.
- Inspect the enclosure for light leaks or missing interlock safety features that might allow the laser to operate while the housing is open.
- Always use certified laser safety eyewear appropriate for the specific wavelength of the laser source if an enclosure does not fully guarantee safety.
Official source
Safety Gate reference: A12/00351/20. Available at: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10000712
European Commission Safety Gate
Alert A12/00351/20. Open the Commission record to inspect the source information directly.
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