What Safety Gate found
German authorities reported that the Vevor laser engraver lacks necessary protective shielding. Furthermore, its safety mechanisms can be easily bypassed. This exposure to direct or reflected laser radiation poses a risk of sight damage. The product fails to comply with the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC) and the European standard EN 60825-1.
Why this matters
Laser engraving machines must be designed to prevent human access to hazardous radiation. Without proper enclosures (laser guards) and reliable interlock systems, users are at risk of irreversible eye injury from both the primary beam and scattered reflections.
What buyers should check
- Ensure the machine has a fully enclosed workspace that prevents stray light from escaping.
- Verify that the machine is sold with a valid EC/EU Declaration of Conformity.
- Check for the presence of reliable, non-bypassable interlock switches on all access panels.
- Always check for the appropriate laser hazard warning labels.
Official source
Safety Gate Reference: SR/01544/26. Details available at: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099006
European Commission Safety Gate
Alert SR/01544/26. Open the Commission record to inspect the source information directly.
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