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A measurement on chemicals emitted from computers and printers using a test chamber method.

Author(s) : YOON D. W., HONG S. M., KANG H. S., et al.

Summary

The printers emit the chemical compound when its temperature rises during normal operations. And it primarily influenced the chemical concentrations such as formaldehyde and VOCs (volatile organic compounds) in a living space. The measurements on the various types of printers from different manufacturers such as laser jet and inkjet types were performed in emission test chambers of 1 and 5 m3 with a ventilation rate of 1.0 ACH (air change rate) supplying low-polluting clean air. During the test, chemicals emitted per PCs or printers were analyzed on the two modes of stand-by and operation at 25°C and 50% RH. It is found that PCs and printers are a significant source of chemical emissions in small indoor environments, even with adequate ventilation. The chemicals may affect a potential health hazard for computer users.

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  • Original title: A measurement on chemicals emitted from computers and printers using a test chamber method.
  • Record ID : 2008-2683
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Clima 2007. WellBeing Indoors. Proceedings of the 9th REHVA World Congress [CD-ROM + Abstract book].
  • Publication date: 2007/06/10

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