Although lasers exist which emit at wavelengths less than 180 nm within the vacuum ultraviolet, these are not included in the scope of the standard since the laser beam normally has to be enclosed in an evacuated enclosure, and, therefore, the potential optical. Safety of laser productsequipment classification, requirements and users guide iec 608251. Laser safety is the safe design, use and implementation of lasers to minimize the risk of laser accidents, especially those involving eye injuries. Pdf considering the movement of the laser source for. Guidance for industry and fda staff laser products. These all originate from the base laser safety standard, iec 608251. General requirements, ul 609501 second edition, dated march 27, 2007 summary of topics this is the second edition of the binational standard and is based on iec 609501, second edition. We encourage you to consider the electronic variant offered for many of our products i. Application guidelines and explanatory notes to iec 608251 part 12. Iec 608251 is applicable to safety of laser products emitting laser radiation in the. A laser product may consist of a single laser with or without a separate power supply or may incorporate one or more lasers in a complex optical, electrical, or mechanical system. Introduction this paper briefly describes the more significant changes to the 2001 version of the iec 608251 laser safety standard 1 that will be published in a new edition 2 to that document 2. Application guidelines and explanatory notes to iec 608251. Keep up to date with new publication releases and announcements with our free iec just.
For laser products complying with iec 608251, 200108 edition 1. As a result, manufacturers distributing products in both the united states and countries that require conformance with or that recognize iec 60825 1 will have to evaluate the conformance of their products with this standard and often change the hazard classification of their products. Iec 608251 is applicable to safety of laser products emitting laser radiation in the wavelength range 180 nm to 1 mm. On april 17th 2015, en 608251 edition 3 was listed in the official journal of the european union as harmonised. Scope and object iec 60825 1 is applicable to safety of laser products emitting laser radiation in the wavelength range 180 nm to 1 mm. Introduction this paper briefly describes the more significant changes to the 2001 version of the iec 60825 1 laser safety standard 1 that will be published in a new edition 2 to that document 2. The table below summarises the iec 60825 range of laser safety standards. Standards institute was the first to publish the third editionas bs en 60825 1 in august 2014.
Oct 16, 2019 also known as iec this document defines things such 608255 1 the 3m separation distance etc. Since even relatively small amounts of laser light can lead to permanent eye injuries, the sale and usage of lasers is typically subject to government regulations. Ul standard for safety for information technology equipment safety part 1. Test report iec 608251 safety of laser products part 1. We also require a statement of class and identification of markings and physical protection means provided that assures compliance. The text led shall be substituted or added to the word laser as appropriate. If the size or design of the product makes labeling impractical, the label should be. International electrotechnical commission iec standards iec 608252 ed. Safety of optical fibre communication systems ofcs. For a train of pulses, this is the duration between the first halfpeak power point of the leading.
For the manufactures that conform to the clauses of iec 608251 ed. Federal register laser productsconformance with iec. Generally speaking lasers are point sources while leds are extended sources. A nonm class product must pass both condition 1 and condition 2 of table 10 in iec en 60825 1, and an mclass product which by definition has failed either condition 1 or 2 must pass the irradiance condition in the same table. Laser safety classification according to iecen 608251 overview of the risk potential for laser safety classes class safe situation unsafe situation class 1 safe, even when looking into the beam for a long time, also safe when using optical instruments xxx class 1 m safe, for viewing the beam directly with the naked eye. Or download the pdf of the directive or of the official journal for free. The users guide is now available as a separate document, pd iec tr 6082514. Also known as iec this document defines things such 6082551 the 3m separation distance etc. Although lasers exist which emit at wavelengths less than 180 nm within the vacuum ultraviolet, these are not included in the scope of the standard since the laser beam normally has to be enclosed in an evacuated enclosure, and, therefore, the potential optical radiation. Any product containing a laser system should therefore comply with bs en 608251 before applying the ce marking. Publication numbering as from 1 january 1997 all iec publications are issued with a designation in the. Laser safety classification according to iecen 608251. Although lasers exist which emit at wavelengths less than 180. Interpretation sheet 1 safety of laser products part 1.
Overview of iec 60825 laser safety labeling requirements. These products may contain a higher powered laser as an embedded component but it is 60825 11 accessible in normal use. Neneniec 608251 is applicable to safety of laser products emitting laser radiation in the wavelength range 180 nm to 1 mm. Laser safety classification according to iecen 608251 overview of the risk potential for laser safety classes class safe situation unsafe situation class 1 safe, even when looking into the beam for a long time, also safe when using optical instruments xxx class 1.
It is important to note that the designation of this standard has changed. Scope and object iec 608251 is applicable to safety of laser products emitting laser radiation in the wavelength range 180 nm to 1 mm. For the cb scheme, we require cb test reports and certificates for the parts of concern or other evidence of agency certification to iec 608251 or 2 as applicable. The checklist is intended for use by manufacturers of laser products and their agents to establish that each new or modified design complies with the requirements of iec 608251. Keep up to date with new publication releases and announcements with our free iec just published email newsletter.
All bsi british standards available online in electronic and print formats. This technical report is applicable to laser products as described in iec 608251. This consolidated version of iec 608251 is based on the first edition 1993, its amendment 1. Product safety certification project submittal checklist. Iec 60825 1 is applicable to safety of laser products emitting laser radiation in the wavelength range 180 nm to 1 mm. Please use the document number 1500024 to identify the guidance you are requesting. A nonm class product must pass both condition 1 and condition 2 of table 10 in iecen 608251, and an mclass product which by definition has failed either condition 1 or 2 must pass the irradiance condition in the same table. As a result, manufacturers distributing products in both the united states and countries that require conformance with or that recognize iec 608251 will have to evaluate the conformance of their products with this standard and often change the hazard classification of their products. If the size or design of the product makes labeling impractical, the label should be included with the user information or on the package. Application guidelines and explanatory notes to iec 608251 iec tcsc 76 on.
These products may contain a higher powered laser as an embedded component but it is 6082511 accessible in normal use. Nenen iec 60825 1 is applicable to safety of laser products emitting laser radiation in the wavelength range 180 nm to 1 mm. Manufacturer trademark type model technical data standard marks of conformity1 pick up unit qsi co. Iec 608251 is applicable to safety of laser products. Amendment 2 to iec 608251 was published in january 2001. In support of local and federal covid19 guidelines, we are unable to process shipments after 12pm est on thursday, march 26th. Amendment 2 to iec 60825 1 was published in january 2001. Equipment classification and requirements the base laser product safety standard for all laser products iec 608252. Federal register laser productsconformance with iec 60825.
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