COVID-19 - PPE solutions

COVID-19 - PPE solutions - open-source assistive technology prototype by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) community

About this project

This design was created by Stratasys. For more information please see the Resources section.

The challenge

Creating a protective face shield that is quick to print, easy to assemble and that can be scaled to be manufactured in large quantities.

Who it helps

Due to COVID19, Medical facilities worldwide are facing a dire shortage of face shields, N95 masks, and other personal protective equipment. Face Shields are not a replacement for N95 masks, however they do act as a protective physical barrier for healthcare workers's faces when dealing with patients' bodily fluids. Many conventional manufacturers have suspended production to follow government-mandated social distancing or run into supply chain issues due to the disruption in the global economy. The Maker Community has committed to enacting Plan C: filling in the gap with a global network of independent DIY fabricators.

How it works

Files and Instructions for 3D-Printed Face Shields

We know the need is urgent everywhere. That's why we are sharing with you what we are doing to produce face shields with 3D-printed visors.

Download the STL files here .

Face Shield Manufacturing Package

Bill of Materials:

1 Visor

1 Shield

1 #33 Rubberband (or other fasteners)

Assembly Instructions:

Attach the shield to the visor by placing the holes on top of the three mounting points on the visor. Rotate the visor counter-clockwise or the shield clockwise until the shield is in-place. Attach the #33 rubber band to the rear-side of the visor. Place the rear of the visor on the back of your head and slide the visor over your head until the front of the visor is on your forehead and the shield covers your face.

To help maximize cleanliness and for ease of shipping, we recommend you allow letting the medical provider, healthcare facility, or user of the Item do the assembly.

Notes:

The visor has been designed to comply with a standard American 3-hole punch (4.25" (10.795 cm) spacing between holes), meaning you can 3-hole punch any clear plastic material and it will fit on the visor.

The visor has been designed to also work on maker-level printers with PLA and no support removal required.

The fastener for the back of the visor is a standard #33 rubber band, however, you should be able to use a zip tie, suture or other types of string to fasten the backend as needed.

How to measure a rubber band .

Industrial rubber bands .

Project details

The build files for COVID-19 - PPE solutions are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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