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@@ -19,11 +19,12 @@ This repository is being mirrored to several version control systems in an attem ## Safety -The Wisconsin Photoreactor is for use by trained chemists. +The Wisconsin Photoreactor Platform is for use by trained chemists. WPP apparatuses utilize high-intensity light emitting diodes (LED) that can cause eye damage if proper safety precautions are not observed. -Light-filtering safety glasses should be worn whenever a WPP apparatus photon source is powered. -Care must be taken to use safety glasses protective against the specific emission wavelengths of a photon source. +A light-blocking shield should be utilized whenever operating a WPP apparatus. +Care must be taken to ensure the light-blocking shield employed adequately blocks light emitted by a WPP photon source from directly reaching a user. +Use of light-filtering safety glasses alongside a light-blocking shield can provide additional protection. ## Fabrication and Operation Instructions @@ -32,10 +33,13 @@ Please see [wpp-fabrication-operation.pdf](./fabrication-and-operation-instructi ## Enclosure -The WPP is designed around a mechanically robust 3D printed enclosure. +The WPP is designed around a mechanically robust and simple 3D printed enclosure. + Every WPP device has the same base, see directory `photoreactor-base`. WPP reaction modules are meant to be switched based on the reaction vessel used. See directory `photoreactor-reaction-modules` for our growing collection of reaction modules for common vessel types. +For safe WPP device operation, a light blocking shield is recommended. +See directory `photoreactor-light-shield`, for a 3D-printable light-blocking cover for WPP devices. ## Electronics |