10 Tips to Ensure a Safe and Clean Lasering Experience
Updated Jan 24,2024
Updated Jan 24,2024

About this guide

In this guide, we will share 10 tips to protect your creative process and keep the spark of creativity burning.

 

Keep watching

Never leave your laser unattended while it is running in case of fire.

 

 

Proper material setting is a guarantee

Appropriate parameters can not only ensure the perfection of the work but also avoid potential safety hazards.

 

Always have a fire extinguisher nearby

Always keep a well-maintained C02 fire extinguisher or a fire blanket within arm's reach of your laser. If it's a small flame, a spray bottle is enough.

 

 

Eye protection is a necessity

Wear eye protection within the ranges of 190nm-460nm & 800nm-1100nm any time you are working with an active laser.

 

Laser Enclosure for all-around protection

Utilizing an enclosure that surrounds the entire laser will eliminate the risk of accidental injury to people and pets by ensuring debris remains within the enclosure.

 

 

Prepare for ventilation

Lasers create fumes and smoke. It is important to create a proper ventilation system to ensure respiratory safety. Ventilation could be through a window or an air purifying system.

 

 

Air assist for cleaning cutting

Laser engraving and cutting can generate a significant amount of heat, especially when working with dense or thick materials. An air assist will ensure a cleaner cut and engrave in your workpiece.

 

 

Cleaning after lasering

It is important to clean the scraps, debris, and dust from your working area after each project. This will reduce the risk of fire and/or exposure to harmful fumes or particles.

 

Maintenance for a longer life span

Dust and debris can accumulate within the machine and cause reduced efficiency, decreased performance, and potential damage. It is important to follow a regular maintenance plan to ensure the longevity of the laser.

 

Read the manual

Read the safety and operating instructions thoroughly prior to using the laser. Make sure you follow all the limits and know all the risks of operating your laser.

 

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