Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] EDM sparking/arcing and eyes

It possibly depends upon the machine, or the settings used, in some instances.
If you're worried about it, do a search for, "Dydidium glasses". These are what
forge and foundry workers use to protect their eyes from the extreme ultra-
violet and infra-red light they get exposed to. Note that these are _NOT_
safety glasses, that you can use while grinding, etc. For that you need to get
the type of safety goggles that will fit over a regular pair of glasses. These
aren't something you want to have to replace on a regular basis. If memory
serves, an alternate brand name to search for is, "Thermanon".

Bill

On Sat Mar 22 06:36:59 2003 Richard wrote:

>Do you know whether long time watching the EDM process is dangerous
>to ones eyesight? It just occurred to me that when operating some of
>these "machines", a lot of time is spent watching the small fireworks
>close up, especially when one is manipulating the electrode position
>by hand. It seems this is a question which needs an answer before we
>risk eye damage.
>
>I have read that the EDM dielectric fluid has caused slow healing if
>a cut is present and we get the oil in the wound. I believe Langlois
>made a point of this.


--
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
RKBA! ***** Blessings On Thee, Oh Israel! ***** 4-19!
----------------+----------+--------------------------+---------------------
An _EFFECTIVE_ | Insured | All matter is vibration. | Let he who hath no
weapon in every | by COLT; | -- Max Planck | weapon sell his
hand = Freedom | DIAL | In the beginning was the | garment and buy a
on every side! | 1911-A1. | word. -- The Bible | sword.--Jesus Christ
----------------+----------+--------------------------+---------------------

Constitutional Government is dead; LONG LIVE THE CONSTITUTION!!!!!

----------------------------------------------------------------------------