Filtration for Intake

[axjjienn]

This is a great project, and I am really excited to help. One thing I note is that it is likely we would need some kind of filter on the respirator intake, so that any kinds of allergens or other harmful particles in the environment are not transferred to the patients lungs. Just a thought.

[jcl5m1]

Thanks for mentioning this. I added a few more images and 3D files for filters I had from a precursor project.

[TheAmazingJarvis]

Could it be important where the filter is placed? Contaminates not just from from ambient particles but particles coming form, for example, lubricants from the motor or little bits of printer filament.

Maybe one filter at the air intake and one at the mask?

[axjjienn]

I was thinking the same thing. In order to reduce parts, it makes the most sense to put the filter on the outlet of the pump. It will potentially allow contaminants to enter the pump, but I think the pumps can take it.

[aris-t]

You guys may want to take a look at some of these options:
Cheap:
https://www.directhomemedical.com/cart/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=1-H1605-inline-bacterial-viral-cpap-filters&Store_Code=DHM&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIo-G35omi6AIVSrzACh29hwv3EAQYASABEgK9FPD_BwE

https://www.noinsurancemedicalsupplies.com/main-flow-bacterial-viral-filter/?sku=AV-7178&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIo-G35omi6AIVSrzACh29hwv3EAQYBiABEgKaUvD_BwE

Expensive and in demand but the real thing:
https://www.medtronic.com/covidien/en-us/products/mechanical-ventilation/filters.html

These info sheets on the above link's products may at least give some specs to work from
https://www.medtronic.com/content/dam/covidien/library/us/en/product/ventilator-filters/dar-sales-sheet.pdf

Overall looks like most designs could be rigged up with a 3D printer or PVC fittings and an alternate filter material

[jcl5m1]

added a link about inline filters to README thanks!

[richovercash]

Agree on the inline filter, and issues re impurities coming from a commercial motor. Also the NIOSH filter is VOC compliant which might be overkill, though it does offer an easily sourced mount.

[HitoJima]

Needs to filter VOCs, you dont want to allow any additional problems. Everything post filter should be manufactured in ‘clean room’ conditions if possible.

[richovercash]

I've got a concept for an inline filter here:
https://1drv.ms/b/s!AjCTtwReRUpmiZMWODGYKpWxrK-bRA

Uses the 3M bayonet mount, 3M gasket, and 3M P95 filter. Its just a concept and I need some ME help making it work. Got a folder of 3D files ready to upload

[richovercash]

Basic Concept

[richovercash]

Uses existing P95 filter

[clc]

Here's a configurable inline filter holder that I made:
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4233776 - should be able to take a wide variety of filters

[jcl5m1]

that's really nice. what are you thoughts about just making the tapered press fit ends for the tubes. to get rid of the bayonet? also, do you think it would be possible to align the long axis of the filter to be more parallel with the air flow (not making the tube come out perpendicular from the filter). That way more of the filter could be used it might be more mechanically secure? [image: image.png]

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[jcl5m1]

I guess the filter doesn't have to stay flat either.

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[clc]

How about:

for making the filter parallel with the air flow?

Same design file, just with tweaked parameters (increased hepa thickness, decreased hepa length/width).

For the "tapered press ends" are you talking about making the ends that connect to the tube more conical so they will slip into the tubes more easily or did you have a particular design in mind?

[clc]

Updated https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4233776 with a tapered end for the tube connector + made tube connector height a customizable property.