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Air pressure management: an essential part of a 3D printer enclosure

by Noémie Cadoux | June 27, 2023 | Filtration solutions | 0 Comments

Why manage air pressure in a 3D printer enclosure The main purpose of a 3D printer housing is to contain and filter the toxic emissions produced by 3D printing. And so thanks to a filtration system. In the absence of being able or willing to create a completely...

How to reduce odors and protect yourself from resin printer emissions?

by Noémie Cadoux | May 30, 2023 | Products, Risks & Solutions | 0 Comments

Print safely with your resin printer - Reduce odors and protect yourself from harmful emissions - During 3D resin printing, some printers generate strong, unpleasant, and harmful odors. An SLA/resin printer enclosure will contain and ventilate these emissions, then...

P3D: The only 3D printer filter tested

by Noémie Cadoux | May 5, 2023 | Filtration solutions | 0 Comments

Using 3D printers is a source of nanoparticle emissions As we mentioned in our previous article "Which 3D printer filament emits the most nanoparticles?", using 3D printer filters when printing is now essential to protect you from these toxic emissions. These graphs...

Which 3D printer filament emits the most nanoparticles?

by Noémie Cadoux | April 25, 2023 | Filtration solutions, Studies | 0 Comments

Discover how nanoparticle emissions differ depending on the filamentsIn 3D printing, nanoparticles are everywhere. Chronic or repeated exposure to these pollutants can harm health and potentially reduce life expectancy. FDM 3D printing has shown a potential health...

Study on harmful emissions in 3D printing

by Noémie Cadoux | April 20, 2023 | Studies | 0 Comments

Discover our global study on nanoparticle emissions in 3D printing and P3D filter efficiency measurements. Considering the chemical risks associated with 3D printing filaments, and to better understand and act regarding nanoparticle emissions, we provide you with a...

What is the difference between PLA and ABS filaments in terms of nanoparticle emissions?

by Alveo3D | March 1, 2023 | Filtration solutions | 0 Comments

Among the thermoplastics commonly used in additive manufacturing, both for professionals and for individual makers, PLA and ABS are widely used filaments. PLA is very easy to print, and requires low temperatures. ABS offers superior technical characteristics, but...

Why make a 3D printer enclosure: advantages and disadvantages

by Alveo3D | March 1, 2023 | Filtration solutions, Products | 0 Comments

Professional 3D printers are often equipped with closed or semi-closed housing. Consumer machines are more generally deprived of enclosures. Let's take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of an enclosure for your 3D printer, which proves to be an indispensable...

What is the efficiency of the Alveo3D HEPA filter on 3D printer nanoparticles?

by Alveo3D | March 1, 2023 | Filtration solutions | 0 Comments

The use of a filament-based (FDM) 3D printer is a source of nanoparticle emissions. Specifically, mainly particles from 10 to 100nm are emitted. For comparison, the smallest particle sizes measured to address atmospheric pollution are PM2.5, which measure 2500nm. To...

3D Printer Nanoparticle Emissions, Dangers, and Solutions !

by Alveo3D | March 1, 2023 | Risks & Solutions | 0 Comments

Is the danger of fine or nanoparticles from filament 3D printers real? If I leave my window open, am I safe? Yes, but the outdoor air may be polluted, especially if I live in the city, so what about my health?First of all, let's start with a small definition. What are...