Are cheap laser cutters safe?

Laser cutters are incredibly handy tools, but the technology poses a significant safety risk... and these companies don’t seem to care! In this video I’ll run you through all of these risks, and how to manage them so you can use laser cutters to make awesome things! Makerspace Laser Cutter Safety - TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:23 My experience with laser cutters 1:06 What can you do with a laser cutter? 1:41 Safety concern 1: Laser Radiation 4:12 Safety concern 2: High Voltage 4:55 Safety concern 3: Fume Extraction 5:36 Materials which can or cannot be laser cut 15:24 Safety concern 4: Fire 16:54 How to proceed? 3D Printing Quick Start Guide - 3D Printer Buyers Guide - 3D Printing Essentials -