Coronavirus (COVID-19) Respirator Mask for Emergency Use REMIX

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During this global pandemic due to COVID-19, we remixed an open-source reusable emergency respiratory mask after printing dbeck's version. I had a tough time keeping that version together so I remixed some 3D printed rivets and now it works great without sewing required! Be safe out there - these are made as a last resort to save real N95 masks for those who really need them. More comfortable than handkerchiefs and handmade ones in our opinion. Don't get us wrong, get what you can within your resources; we realize not everyone has a 3D printer (so we make these for free). Easy to make - no sewing or tools required (except 3D printer). Use napkins, toilet paper, cloth, or filter of choice. Can be made stylish if you want. Reusable, filter can be replaced. We 3D printed the washer at 105% to fit the rivet snugly; you can remove the washer and put it back on and it stays. The version in the picture is four layers of Starbuck's napkins to make the filter for the respirator mask - Starbuck's napkins breathe well. The mask is comfortable, I tried a handkerchief one day and that was not comfortable; so I went back to trying to make this easier to make and I think it worked out because after 3D printing I am able to build one of these in less than ten minutes without sewing - no tools required. The frame prints as one piece and folds to clasp the filter (napkin or cloth of choice). Better than nothing? Yes, we think so. Thanks dbeck and jtagen! This is a remix of the handy Coronavirus / Flu Reusable Emergency Respiratory Mask by dbeck here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4141338 I also added rivets by remixing this handy Cardboard Rivet v1 by jtagen here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:551396 The files for 3D printing (the .STL files) can also be found here on https://myprivatecloud.net/offthegridit Coronavirus COVID-19 Emergency Respirator 3D Printed Face Mask .STL files. Instructions to make Emergency Use Respirator Mask: 1. First, you will need a 3D printer. 2. Print the .STL files. 3. Fold the frame in half. 4. Insert napkin(s), paper towel, toilet paper, cloth or filter of choice. 5. Make sure to make the filter tight before inserting rivets. 6. Insert rivets. 7. Tie the elastic to the four smaller holes. 8. Put it on and secure the fit.