Avoid Fume Dissemination When the Laser Cleaning Machine is Running
Restricting the dissemination of dust when the laser cleaning machine is working is like enclosing trouble with a fence—nip it in the bud and it won’t interfere with an entire workspace. Start by defining the area of operation. Construct a working zone using a fine set of tools like portable barriers or plastic sheets; it can effectively reduce the chances of the workplace dust escaping and for other sensitive materials and machines.
Next, make machine setting changes and do so subtlety. Too much a laser power can defensively blow more dust particles within the workspace but appropriate power is the one customized for the device being cleaned. It is like watering plants, where slow water solves the problem and negates the mess, whereas excessive water causes a blockage of the cleaning areas. Spend a few minutes opening windows or use mildly working fans during the cleaning operation but nothing strong because more ventilations will cause more dust particles, which counteracts the technique employed for cleaning the workspace. With these few steps, the workspace will be a lot dust-free.
Use Dust Collection Equipment With Laser Cleaning Machine
Using a laser cleaning machine with dust collection equipment accessories is like adding a built-in vacuum by catching the dust at the source before it has a chance to spread. In most practical situations, mobile dust collectors will suffice: small and easy to move, these units are meant to be placed right next to the cleaning area. Position the collector’s suction nozzle 10 to 15 cm from the laser’s working point and turn it on when you start the machine, and you will be catching about 80% of the dust in a fraction of a second.
For laser cleaning machine users working on long hours or on big projects, integrated dust collection systems paired to a laser would be the better option. These systems feed dust to a collection bag directly from the machine’s nozzle: dust is pulled to the filter bag the moment it is made generating no additional effort or setup each time. Regardless of the tool in use, the filter should be checked: a clogged filter won’t collect dust effectively. Cleansing a vacuum dust bag is similar; it is most effective when it is empty at the half-full mark. Utilizing dust collection equipment is also focused on the time saved, right in the wipe-down time after working hours.
Post operation cleaning for laser cleaning machine
Like an inactive laser cleaning machine – post-operation dust cleaning for laser cleaning machines is not a lost cause. It is akin to, “Combing the sand after a day at the beach.” It is a good start. Touch the unit first: clean the surface, especially the nozzle, with a soft, welded lint free cloth and do the same for the control section and the cooling vents. Don’t touch electrical components with wet rags – if the dust is obstinate, dampen the cloth slightly, rags and dripping rags do not mix. Do this to avoid extremities and dust that accumulate over time on the components of the machine the surface of the machine.
Moving on, to the work top area, if you own a laser cleaner – this part is important. Do not sweep the workbench with a broom. It gets dust suspended in the air and forces you to breathe it in. If you have a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter, use it to do the work for you. If you have disassembled the unit, the cloth should be clean – unneeded dust poses a contamination risk for the subsequent unit. Finally, the filter or bag of the dust cleaning equipment should be fully emptied.
Like other post operation cleanings, this process takes between 5 to 10 minutes. It keeps the laser cleaner machine and your work space in good condition for future use.
Reducing Dust in a Laser Cleaning Machine Through Regular Internal Maintenance
When keeping a machine in its best condition, it is useful to remove any dust inside, enabling it to run more smoothly. Turn it off and unplug it. You need to look in the manual for the outer cover, but do your best to avoid damaging any parts. The rest is a matter of using low pressure on the air hose to remove any dust build up on the cooling fan, circuit board, laser, and other surfaces. When doing so, do your best to avoid coming closer than 20 centimeters to any of the more delicate parts as coming closer than that can result in dust being blown further inside the machine.
Also, do not forget to replace any tiny filters that have collected dust with a new one as prescribed by the manufacturer. The inside cover walls right above the surfaces that have been compressed air blasted need to be wiped with a clean cloth as well. The rest of the cover can remain for the next scheduled maintenance period. One or two months is the ideal period needed for any machine that is being used.
