SLS Printed RAG Face Shield

The following refers to: 3DPX-013444

The FDA has authorized production of protective face shields 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 face shield has undergone review in a clinical setting and is recommended when fabricated as instructed.

This is a Rapid Application Group design optimized for selective laser sintering (SLS). This will allow those with Selective Laser Sintering or MJP assets to have a clinical tested design for production. This was designed with a local consortium that Rapid Application Group lead with local healthcare professionals.

Features:

- Optimized design for selective laser sintering (SLS) or MJP using Nylon 12 - Forehead coverage to ensure maximum protection - Multi use locking mechanism on the sides to secure the shield - Locking system allows for a wide variety of attaching straps. (ex. Buttonhole elastic, rubber bands, elastic bands) - Single side sticky foam can be sourced for comfort against the forehead - Flexible side straps allow for any size - Standard threehole punch design for transparency attachment points

Bill of Materials (BOM):

- Selective laser sintered modified RAG Chase Shield V3.0.stl - Duraform PA12, EOS PA2200 – 33.3 % virgin material 33% - Multiple attaching material to secure the visor– standard rubber band, 550 cord, buttonhole elastic, standard elastic - Transparency sheet - Single sided foam that will provide more comfort against the forehead Assembly Instructions:

- Use a standard threehole punch with transparency plastic - Attach the transparency to the face shield - Attach your choice of fastener to the rear of the face shield - Place the single sided foam to the head band area - Place the face shield on the rear portion of the head after attaching the fasting straps, pivot the shield from back to front This design was a collaboration of multiple players:

- Chase Wichert – Design / Rapid Application Group - Terry Hill – Rapid Application Group - Jason Dickman – Rapid Application Group - Kelsey Southerland – Medical Professional - Dr. Hunter Southerland – Medical Professional - Dr. Ed Rylander – Medical Professional - Spring Morrow – Medical Professional