Laser LS8000-3 manual Laser Safety Precautions

LaserSpeed 8000-3 Instruction Handbook

Safety Information

The following system specifications will help establish appropriate safety measures.

Maximum Laser Power	0.050 watt
Laser Wavelength	0.785 micrometer
Laser Spot Size (Elliptical)	3 x 1.5 millimeters
Beam Divergence	0.5 milliradians
Pulse Rate	Continuous wave
Maximum radiance (power	0.050 Watt/0.141372 cm2
divided by spot-size area)	[0.3536 W/cm2]

Laser Safety Precautions

The laser beam in the optical gauge is very powerful and can permanently damage eyes not protected by laser safety glasses. To avoid exposing yourself to hazardous radiation, you must take these precautions:

•Never look into the laser beam. If you must look at the beam, view it from an angle and in the direction in which the beam is travelling.

•The beams emitted from the Model LS8000-3 are invisible to the unaided eye. Return the beam shutter to the closed position when the system is not in use or during setup.

•Ensure that all direct reflections are blocked.

•Remove all rings, watches, or jewellery from your hands when working on or near the gauge—can cause hazardous reflections.

•Never install the instrument at eye level.

•Operate the system only with people who have been instructed in laser safety.

•Post warning signs and lights that are active when laser is operating.

Part No. 93463 / Drawing No. 0921-01561 Page 11 of 221 Revision A (Sep 2007)