Safety requirements when using UV printer?

Discussion in 'UV' started by Wappy, Jun 14, 2020.

  1. Wappy

    Wappy New Member

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    Hello

    I will be purchasing a UV printer and I'm wondering what safety requirements I need to take when using the printer? I understand that I need to keep the cover closed, to not look directly at the lamp etc, but do I need to wear safety goggles still? Do I also need to wear protective gloves?

    If goggles are required, is there any specific UV goggles I should get? Ideally I would like clear goggles but I read that red lens cover a wider spectrum of wavelength. I don't want to go over kill, just need to ensure my eyes are not damaged and so take the necessary precaution if required.

    Thank you
     
  2. el loco

    el loco New Member

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    the lamp should not be visible when running the press
     
  3. Wappy

    Wappy New Member

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    Thank you, I understand that but as mentioned the cover is closed and you cannot see the lamp directly, however there is still reflective UV light that is visible. As such are goggles required? Do you guys wear goggles?
     

  4. el loco

    el loco New Member

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    no i dont wear goggles, the main thing is having ventilation/extraction. you should in theory wash clothes after every shift but we dont