[3D Printing] Bambu Lab H2D Receives UL Greenguard Safety Certification
Bambu Lab recently announced on their official website that the H2D 3D printer, when used with certain Bambu Lab materials, has received UL Greenguard safety certification, indicating that emissions are within a safe range.
Recently, Bambu Lab launched the highly anticipated H2D 3D printer and multi-functional creative machine, sparking enthusiastic discussion.
What's even more noteworthy is that the H2D recently obtained UL Greenguard 3D printing safety certification.
Bambu Lab's PLA Basic, PETG HF, and PLA/PETG material support have passed UL 2904 "3D Printer Greenguard" certification.
This standard, developed by the third-party certification body UL Solutions, measures ultra-fine particles (UFPs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in non-industrial environments to ensure compliance with current safety standards.
What's even more noteworthy is that the H2D recently obtained UL Greenguard 3D printing safety certification.
Bambu Lab's PLA Basic, PETG HF, and PLA/PETG material support have passed UL 2904 "3D Printer Greenguard" certification.
This standard, developed by the third-party certification body UL Solutions, measures ultra-fine particles (UFPs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in non-industrial environments to ensure compliance with current safety standards.
UL Greenguard Certification
Most chemicals people are exposed to daily come from the air we breathe in homes, offices, schools, and other indoor environments.
These airborne chemicals, often called volatile organic compounds (VOCs), are used to manufacture and maintain building materials, interior furnishings, cleaning products, and personal care products.
Research conducted by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and various researchers has revealed two key findings:
1. VOCs are common in indoor environments.
2. Indoor concentrations can be 2 to 1,000 times higher than outdoors.
There can be 50 to hundreds of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) circulating in indoor air at any given time.
Some VOCs may produce unpleasant odors at lower concentrations, but many VOCs have no noticeable smell.
Many VOCs are irritants and can cause headaches, eye/nose/throat irritation, and dizziness.
Long-term exposure to certain VOCs can lead to chronic diseases, including cancer.
Products used to construct and furnish indoor environments can significantly impact indoor air pollution levels.
UL Greenguard certification is the industry's first to be based on rigorous testing standards such as UL 2818, with all certified products undergoing production process audits and regular testing to demonstrate their minimal impact on indoor environments.
UL Greenguard is a certification that comprehensively addresses indoor air quality issues, helping consumers make smarter, healthier choices.
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the state of Washington initially adopted UL Greenguard certification emission limits as procurement specifications for household products.
Since 2002, UL Greenguard certification standards have been the basis for low-emission household products to achieve LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification.
Household products with UL Greenguard certification also comply with the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) X7.1 standard.
Most chemicals people are exposed to daily come from the air we breathe in homes, offices, schools, and other indoor environments.
These airborne chemicals, often called volatile organic compounds (VOCs), are used to manufacture and maintain building materials, interior furnishings, cleaning products, and personal care products.
Research conducted by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and various researchers has revealed two key findings:
1. VOCs are common in indoor environments.
2. Indoor concentrations can be 2 to 1,000 times higher than outdoors.
There can be 50 to hundreds of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) circulating in indoor air at any given time.
Some VOCs may produce unpleasant odors at lower concentrations, but many VOCs have no noticeable smell.
Many VOCs are irritants and can cause headaches, eye/nose/throat irritation, and dizziness.
Long-term exposure to certain VOCs can lead to chronic diseases, including cancer.
Products used to construct and furnish indoor environments can significantly impact indoor air pollution levels.
UL Greenguard certification is the industry's first to be based on rigorous testing standards such as UL 2818, with all certified products undergoing production process audits and regular testing to demonstrate their minimal impact on indoor environments.
UL Greenguard is a certification that comprehensively addresses indoor air quality issues, helping consumers make smarter, healthier choices.
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the state of Washington initially adopted UL Greenguard certification emission limits as procurement specifications for household products.
Since 2002, UL Greenguard certification standards have been the basis for low-emission household products to achieve LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification.
Household products with UL Greenguard certification also comply with the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) X7.1 standard.
H2D Obtains UL Greenguard Certification
Just like late last year, Prusa Research conducted certification tests for Prusament PLA and PETG for its product, the Prusa MK4S 3D printer.
Bambu Lab also passed the tests and obtained this certification. This certification strongly demonstrates that an impartial agency has rigorously tested the equipment and materials to ensure they meet recognized health and safety standards.
More specifically, the test targets a 30.6 cubic meter office (12 x 10 x 9 feet) as the target environment and measures its emissions.
The maximum allowable amount of ultrafine particulate matter (UFP) is set at 20 billion particles per gram of material and 300 billion particles per hour, while the level of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) must be below the acceptable level of "non-carcinogenic chronic reference exposure levels" for each compound, based on thresholds set by agencies such as the California Department of Public Health.
The emission safety of 3D printers, whether in household or industrial environments, has long been a focal point for 3D printing enthusiasts.
It is gratifying to see more and more manufacturers opting for such certifications, which means that relevant users and institutions can refer to clear, public guidelines when making decisions.
Moreover, the more manufacturers that choose certification, the greater the pressure on other manufacturers to follow suit.
Therefore, if you are 3D printing with Bambu Lab's H2D, breathe easy, but if you are printing with uncertified materials or using other features of the H2D, you may need to carefully check your ventilation.
Bambu Lab also passed the tests and obtained this certification. This certification strongly demonstrates that an impartial agency has rigorously tested the equipment and materials to ensure they meet recognized health and safety standards.
More specifically, the test targets a 30.6 cubic meter office (12 x 10 x 9 feet) as the target environment and measures its emissions.
The maximum allowable amount of ultrafine particulate matter (UFP) is set at 20 billion particles per gram of material and 300 billion particles per hour, while the level of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) must be below the acceptable level of "non-carcinogenic chronic reference exposure levels" for each compound, based on thresholds set by agencies such as the California Department of Public Health.
The emission safety of 3D printers, whether in household or industrial environments, has long been a focal point for 3D printing enthusiasts.
It is gratifying to see more and more manufacturers opting for such certifications, which means that relevant users and institutions can refer to clear, public guidelines when making decisions.
Moreover, the more manufacturers that choose certification, the greater the pressure on other manufacturers to follow suit.
Therefore, if you are 3D printing with Bambu Lab's H2D, breathe easy, but if you are printing with uncertified materials or using other features of the H2D, you may need to carefully check your ventilation.
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