Monitoring of Particulate Matter Emissions from 3D Printing Activity in the Home Setting.

ABSTRACT: Consumer-level 3D printers are becoming increasingly prevalent in home settings. However, research shows that printing with these desktop 3D printers can impact indoor air quality (IAQ). This study examined particulate matter (PM) emissions generated by 3D printers in an indoor domestic setting. Print filament type, brand, and color were investigated and shown to all have significant impacts on the PM emission profiles over time. For example, emission rates were observed to vary by up to 150-fold, depending on the brand of a specific filament being used. Various printer settings (e.g., fan speed, infill density, extruder temperature) were also investigated. This study identifies that high levels of PM are triggered by the filament heating process and that accessible, user-controlled print

SUBMITTER: Khaki S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8125858 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature