Safety
2.8.2 Gases, fumes and dust
Depending on the materials being processed and the parameters selected, laser processing may generate
gases, fumes, aerosols or dust. Depending on the material, such by-products may be toxic. In individual
cases, the reaction products may be electrically conductive dusts. If these enter electric systems, short-
circuiting with personal injury and property damage may occur.
The operator is responsible for ensuring presence of a suitable extraction system and compliance with the
relevant guidelines in order to protect persons and the environment. The guideline VDI 2262 1-3 "Workplace
air" provides, among other things, additional remarks.
The operator must also ensure that gases, fumes or dust do not settle on the processing lens. Any dirt
accumulating on the processing lens can lead to loss of performance, poor processing results and damage
to the device.
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