Omtech 40W Desktop Laser Graviermaschine & Cutter laser engraving machine — damage to sight risk
Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights
Hazard
Because the safety mechanisms are easily bypassed, and because of the lack of a base plate, direct access to laser radiation during operation is possible. Looking directly into the laser beam or exposure via scattered radiation could damage a person’s sight. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the European standard EN 60825-1.
Measures taken
- Making the marketing of the product subject to prior conditions — Manufacturer (11/01/2026)
- Withdrawal of the product from the market — Manufacturer (11/01/2026)
- Marking the product with appropriate warnings on the risks — Manufacturer (11/01/2026)
Product description
Desktop laser engraving machine equipped with a 40W CO2 laser and a cutter. Product sold online, in particular via www.de.omtech.com.
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.
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