a Laser beam
1.6.4 Laser Plummet
The laser plummet built into the product produces a visible red laser beam which emerges from
the bottom of the product.
The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 2 in accordance with:
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IEC 60825-1 (2014-05): “Safety of laser products”
These products are safe for momentary exposures but can be hazardous for deliberate staring
into the beam. The beam may cause dazzle, flash-blindness and after-images, particularly under
low ambient light conditions.
Description Value
Maximum radiant power 0.95 mW ± 5%
Duty cycle 14%, 22%, 35%, 70%
Pulse repetition frequency 1 kHz
Beam divergence < 1.5 mrad
Beam diameter at aperture (1/e) 2.0 mm x 1.5 mm
CAUTION
Class 2 laser product
From a safety perspective, class 2 laser products are not inherently safe for the eyes.
Precautions:
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Avoid staring into the beam or viewing it through optical instruments.
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Avoid pointing the beam at other people or at animals.
Locations of laser exit
apertures
General
Safety Directions 13