Ear Saver for Surgical Mask

This design has undergone review in a clinical setting and has been found appropriate when fabricated with the printer type and materials specified.

Submitted by:

Anthony Sole

Wed, 2020-04-08 18:45

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General Information

Model ID

3DPX-013675

Category

Labware & Devices

Device Use

Safety and Personal Protective Equipment

Keyword(s)

ear saver

I designed this to use the least amount of material while still being very strong. Use .3mm layer heights and 2 perimeters. Works with .4mm nozzle, or .6mm nozzle. On my Artillery X1 I was able to print 12 in 56 mins using a .6mm nozzle.

How to Make

Printer Make/Model

ARtillery X1

Pre- and Postprocessing Instructions

.3mm layer height, 2 perimeters, 100% infill.

Reviewer Notes

The following refers to:

3DPX-013675

The FDA has authorized production of ear saver outside of the normal clearance pathway during the Covid-19 pandemic, based on Part 5, section D of the “Enforcement Policy for Face Masks and Respirators During the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health Emergency Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff.”

This ear saver has undergone review in a clinical setting and is recommended when fabricated as instructed.