Breathing in glass dust

shazamataz · #1 Nov 6, 2009, 03:49 AM

I bought an engraver today and was rather excited to try it out so as soon as I got home I ripped the packet open and started engraving some glass...

It wasn't until after I finished my little project I read the package saying that you should wear protective eyewear and a mask...

It was only a small project but I was working on it for maybe half an hour indoors.

Is there any risk of something nasty happening?

My throat feels itchy but I don't know if that is just me being paranoid now.

Thanks.

Oh and yes, I have definitely learnt my lesson and will always wear a mask now

s_cianci · Nov 6, 2009, 03:53 AM

I seriously doubt that using a home engraver to decorate some glass would create any real hazard as the amount of dust produced would be so minuscule. Probably wearing eye protection is a good idea but i don't really think you run the risk of any respiratory harm.

shazamataz · Nov 6, 2009, 03:58 AM

Thanks s_cianci.

I tend to worry too much

KeepItSimpleStupid · Nov 6, 2009, 05:34 AM

http://www.dana-ridge.com.au/content...ed%20Glass.pdf

shazamataz · Nov 6, 2009, 05:44 AM

Thankyou KISS, that was very helpful!

I feel more at ease now, I will still wear the mask and glasses obviously but now I know the risk is nothing more than a little irritation.



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