The material itself is relatively inert. The only issue is with "dust"
inhaled. You want to use the precautions set out by OSHA for powder
handling and dusty environments. Basically, wear a dust mask, provide
proper ventilation, and ensure powder spillage does not contribute to slip
hazards.
I've been using these materials approximately 10 years now and the problems
I currently have cannot be conclusively tied to nylon powder exposure. (heh
heh)
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David K. Leigh ph (254) 933-1000
Harvest Technologies, Inc. fax (254) 298-0125
Rapid Prototyping Services www.harvest-tech.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "mark culter" <mark.culter@lycos.com>
To: <rp-ml@bart.lpt.fi>
Sent: Friday, November 17, 2000 3:05 PM
Subject: health concerns
> Please can anybody give me information on health concerns with
> Nylon powder used in the laser sintering Process.
>
> I use this powder on a daily basis and I am concerned that it may have an
adverse
> affect on my health.
>
> My questions are has anyone done any kind of study on this or been
affected by this powder in anyway?
>
> I take all the precautions I can with masks and overalls but feel that
this is not enough, the powder is so light and fine that it gets every where
and then it is blown around by the Air-conditioning units all day.
>
> Any information on this would be appreciated
>
> Thanks
>
> Mark
>
>
>
>
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