topic Opening the module is not in Software Archive

Safe to remove RealSense R200 from case?

RAign — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 20:09:50 GMT

Hi,

this is not really RealSense *SDK* specific, but I'm not sure what forum would be a better match...

I just learned that some of my colleagues dismantled an R200. Now I remember reading somewhere that opening a Kinect v1 -- which also is a Laser Class 1 product is not a very smart thing to do since it can cause eye damage without the diffusers or what not (unfortunately, I cannot find the source anymore).

I'm wondering if this is true and whether or not this applies to the RealSense cameras as well.

Opening the module is not

Bryan_B_Intel1 — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 22:26:00 GMT

Opening the module is not advised. The module is rated at class 1 in normal operation, but the laser diode can reach harmful levels when exposed. You also risk misalignment and possible overheating by removing the circuitry from its enclosure.

Not a good idea to open a

samontab — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 23:12:56 GMT

Not a good idea to open a laser product if you would like to continue seeing the world.