Wasatch Photonics recalls 785/830-SR and 785-ER-ILC Raman Spectrometers due to potential laser safety failures from overcurrent or fail-unsafe modes under excessive force or vibration.
Two new potential laser safety failure modes have been identified in the product design. Overcurrent of laser diode, and a fail-unsafe mode. The failure modes have never been found to occur in these models, whether in the field or factory, but could potentially occur under excessive force or extreme, continuous vibration.
Wasatch Photonics is recalling certain Raman spectrometers because they could have two new laser safety failure modes that might cause harm under excessive force or vibration. This recall is important because the devices are used in scientific settings where safety is critical.
The spectrometers could experience two new laser safety failures: overcurrent of the laser diode and a fail-unsafe mode. These issues might occur under excessive force or extreme, continuous vibration, but have never been found in field or factory testing.
Users of Wasatch Photonics 785/830-SR and 785-ER-ILC Raman spectrometers are affected. Researchers and lab technicians using these devices in scientific settings are most at risk.
Check for product models: 785-SR-ILP, 785-SR-ILC, 830-SR-ILP, 830-SR-ILC, or 785-ER-ILC. These devices were sold with specific model numbers and codes.
Identify your spectrometer model by checking the product labels for the model numbers listed in the recall.
The recall states these devices have never been found to fail in field or factory testing, but could potentially fail under excessive force or vibration.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check the official Wasatch Photonics website for further instructions.
The recall indicates potential laser safety failures could occur under excessive force or vibration, but has not been found in testing.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Wasatch Photonics to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2478-2025 — Wasatch Photonics Wasatch Photonics Hello, I own a Wasatch Photonics that is covered by recall Z-2478-2025 from Wasatch Photonics. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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