Universal Ear-saver

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:

Jkinch

Sat, 2020-04-11 19:34

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General Information

Model ID

3DPX-013793

Category

Labware & Devices

Device Use

Safety and Personal Protective Equipment

Keyword(s)

mask; strap; flexible; adjustable; printable; elastic; covid; covid19; earsaver

This is an elastic holder for “horizontal” surgical masks and “vertical” N95 style masks. This style only takes 12-13 minutes to print individually. I designed these after researching multiple other kinds of elastic tiebacks/ear-savers. They can be used for straps that go around your ears(medical), or around the back of your head(N95), based on the orientation of the holder.
V1 has 2 flexible spots so you can bend it gently to match the curvature of your head.
V2 has 4 flexible spots to even further help match the curvature.

3MF: For 16 parts at a time on a mk3s bed. STL: Single parts

Print settings:
0.2mm Speed (PrusaSlicer)
PLA
Nozzle: 215
Bed: 60
Nozzle Diameter: 0.4

Segmentation Software

PrusaSlicer

3D Modeling/CAD Software

TinkerCAD

Model Origin

Custom illustration/CAD

How to Make

Printer Technology/Material

Material Extrusion

Polylactic Acid (PLA)

Printer Make/Model

Prusa MK3S

Pre- and Postprocessing Instructions

Let cool before removing from buildplate. Otherwise they may warp slightly while cooling.

Attribution

Attribution Instructions

To Cite this model: "Made by Jacob Kincheloe. His Model Files"

Documentation

Additional Image(s)

Reviewer Notes

The following refers to:

3dpx-013793

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.