diff --git a/content/en/build-guide/_index.adoc b/content/en/v1.0/_index.adoc similarity index 98% rename from content/en/build-guide/_index.adoc rename to content/en/v1.0/_index.adoc index 7dd5c60..1be6686 100644 --- a/content/en/build-guide/_index.adoc +++ b/content/en/v1.0/_index.adoc @@ -1,11 +1,13 @@ - --- title: "PAPRa Build Guide (June 2022 Edition)" linkTitle: "PAPRa Build Guide" weight: 1 description: > How to build the June 2022 version of the Tetra PAPR. +aliases: + - /v1.0 + - /1.0 --- == Quick Synopsis diff --git a/content/en/build-guide/fan-box.adoc b/content/en/v1.0/fan-box.adoc similarity index 99% rename from content/en/build-guide/fan-box.adoc rename to content/en/v1.0/fan-box.adoc index 742487d..00fa796 100644 --- a/content/en/build-guide/fan-box.adoc +++ b/content/en/v1.0/fan-box.adoc @@ -4,6 +4,9 @@ linkTitle: "PAPRa Fan Box" weight: 1 description: > How-To guide for building the Tetra PAPRa fan box (June 2022 version). +aliases: + - /v1.0/fan-box + - /1.0/fan-box --- == Quick Synopsis == diff --git a/content/en/build-guide/m12-circuit.adoc b/content/en/v1.0/m12-circuit.adoc similarity index 91% rename from content/en/build-guide/m12-circuit.adoc rename to content/en/v1.0/m12-circuit.adoc index 539ac5e..8ac5093 100644 --- a/content/en/build-guide/m12-circuit.adoc +++ b/content/en/v1.0/m12-circuit.adoc @@ -1,18 +1,21 @@ ---- -title: "PAPRa M12 PCB" -linkTitle: "PAPRa M12 PCB" -weight: 1 -description: > - The printed circuit board for the Tetra PAPRa M12 controller ---- - -== Quick Synopsis == - -The following is the board diagram for the M12 controller PCB. Further information can be found in https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/PAPRA-PCB[the PAPRA-PCB project.] - -*WARNING:* we provide no warranty, implicit or explicit, that this device will work up to an N95 specification, when built outside of a facility rated to do so. The only way to truly test one of these devices using something like a https://tsi.com/products/respirator-fit-testers/portacount-respirator-fit-tester-8038/[Portacount] under controlled conditions. - -== Board Diagram == - -{{< embed-pdf hidePaginator=true url="./D-TET-001100-0 Papra PCBA Drawing.pdf" >}} - +--- +title: "PAPRa M12 PCB" +linkTitle: "PAPRa M12 PCB" +weight: 1 +description: > + The printed circuit board for the Tetra PAPRa M12 controller +aliases: + - /v1.0/m12-circuit + - /1.0/m12-circuit +--- + +== Quick Synopsis == + +The following is the board diagram for the M12 controller PCB. Further information can be found in https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/PAPRA-PCB[the PAPRA-PCB project.] + +*WARNING:* we provide no warranty, implicit or explicit, that this device will work up to an N95 specification, when built outside of a facility rated to do so. The only way to truly test one of these devices using something like a https://tsi.com/products/respirator-fit-testers/portacount-respirator-fit-tester-8038/[Portacount] under controlled conditions. + +== Board Diagram == + +{{< embed-pdf hidePaginator=true url="./D-TET-001100-0 Papra PCBA Drawing.pdf" >}} + diff --git a/content/en/build-guide/m12-v1.adoc b/content/en/v1.0/m12-v1.adoc similarity index 99% rename from content/en/build-guide/m12-v1.adoc rename to content/en/v1.0/m12-v1.adoc index 5519936..92d4c2d 100644 --- a/content/en/build-guide/m12-v1.adoc +++ b/content/en/v1.0/m12-v1.adoc @@ -4,6 +4,9 @@ linkTitle: "PAPRa m12 Battery Controller (v1)" weight: 1 description: > How-To guide for building the Tetra PAPRa m12 battery controller (October 2020 version). +aliases: + - /v1.0/m12-v1 + - /1.0/m12-v1 --- == Quick Synopsis diff --git a/content/en/build-guide/m12.adoc b/content/en/v1.0/m12.adoc similarity index 96% rename from content/en/build-guide/m12.adoc rename to content/en/v1.0/m12.adoc index 83571df..b4dab5b 100644 --- a/content/en/build-guide/m12.adoc +++ b/content/en/v1.0/m12.adoc @@ -1,180 +1,183 @@ ---- -title: "How to build a PAPRa m12 Battery Controller (Aug 2021)" -linkTitle: "PAPRa m12 Battery Controller" -weight: 1 -description: > - How-To guide for building the Tetra PAPRa m12 battery controller (August 2021 version). ---- - -== Quick Synopsis - -The Tetra Powered Air Purified Respirator requires power to function, and the m12 battery controller provides that power for these models. The controller consists of internal circuitry, a potentiometer to adjust fan speeds, a cable to connect to the fan box, and a port for a Milwaulkee M12 Battery to be inserted. - -This build differs from the v1 version in that it uses a custom-built circuitboard to remove many of the difficult steps of the build, add a battery charge indicator, and a separate power port for use in a car. If you cannot get link:../m12-circuit[the custom board], then please refer to the v1 version of this guide. - -*WARNING:* we provide no warranty, implicit or explicit, that this device will work up to an N95 specification, when built outside of a facility rated to do so. The only way to truly test one of these devices using something like a https://tsi.com/products/respirator-fit-testers/portacount-respirator-fit-tester-8038/[Portacount] under controlled conditions. - -== Parts Required - -This build will require printed parts, purchased parts, and several tools. Here is a picture of all the components used in this build: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-TvzsCcM/0/868c4f19/XL/DSC00035-XL.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-TvzsCcM/0/868c4f19/L/DSC00035-L.jpg[] - -And the assembly diagram can be found link:https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/f77a0d4679d0aeff081651c099855b2eb2a89743/Drawings/D-TET-001102-2%20M12%20PAPRA%20Controller%20Drawing.pdf[here]. Note that this assembly calls for version 0.7 of the board. - - -## 3D Printed Parts - -These parts should be printed at 0.2 spacing: - -.Table Printed Parts -|=== -| Part | Quantity | Material | Supports Required? | STL File Location - -| The Battery Housing -| 1 -| PLA/PETG -| Yes -| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/v5.0/STLs/battery_controller/P-TET-000132-1_M12_Battery_Housing.stl - -| The Board Housing -| 1 -| PLA/PETG -| No -| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/v5.0/STLs/battery_controller/P-TET-000131-1_M12_Board_Housing.stl - -| The Knob -| 1 -| PLA/PETG -| No -| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/v5.0/STLs/battery_controller/P-TET-000100-1_M12_Controller_Knob.stl - -|=== - -## Bill Of Materials - -You will need these components. Prices fluctuate, and so are not included here. Alternative versions can be sourced, and we welcome edits for tested alternatives. - -.Table Bill Of Materials (BOM) -|=== -| Count | Description | URL | Number in Package - -| 1 -| Circuit board -| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/PAPRA-PCB (v0.5) -| 1 - -| 1 -| 2Pack Upgraded 3.5Ah M 12 Battery for Milwaukee 12V Battery Lithium XC M 12B Batteries -| https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082WW688D/ -| 2 - -| 3 -| Washers -| Should come with the board -| 3 - -| 3 -| Nuts -| Should come with the board -| 3 - -|=== - -## Recommeded Tools - -These tools are recommended. URLs are for tools purchased and used in the building of the prototypes: - -.Table Tool List -|=== -| Description | URL - -| 4-3/4 In. Bent Long Nose Pliers -| https://www.harborfreight.com/4-34-in-bent-long-nose-pliers-63819.html - -| A hex screwdriver for the m4 screws -| https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007ICWAJC - -| X-acto knife -| https://www.amazon.com/Xacto-X3201-N0-Precision-Knife/dp/B00004Z2TQ - -| A deburring tool -| https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01L2XR4P2 - -| A 10mm socket wrench -| https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009ORXRU/ - -|=== - -== Build Instructions - -Building this version of the controller is more a matter of ensuring that the Controller Box was printed cleanly and all support material is properly removed. - -Attach the light pipe to the board: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-KWzR5L3/0/fd852e6c/5K/DSC00040-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-KWzR5L3/0/fd852e6c/L/DSC00040-L.jpg[] - -You may need to use the bent-nose pliers to get the pipe in place: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-jrz52MZ/0/1e9c50a7/5K/DSC00041-5K.jpg] -image:https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-jrz52MZ/0/1e9c50a7/L/DSC00041-L.jpg[] - -Seat the board into the board housing: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-GSwnDLS/0/e3707f64/5K/DSC00043-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-GSwnDLS/0/e3707f64/L/DSC00043-L.jpg[] - -Place the washer over the power port, and then finger tighten a hex nut over the same power port to hold the Plate in place: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-NX9pppF/0/db72b626/5K/DSC00044-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-NX9pppF/0/db72b626/L/DSC00044-L.jpg[] - -Repeat for the potentiometer knob: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-QL7qL76/0/93b633d5/5K/DSC00046-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-QL7qL76/0/93b633d5/L/DSC00046-L.jpg[] - -Put the battery housing over the board housing, with the power plugs going through the spaces in the battery housing: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-VKLPdk3/0/b95e5132/5K/DSC00047-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-VKLPdk3/0/b95e5132/L/DSC00047-L.jpg[] - -Place square nuts into the square nut sockets on the battery housing: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-here: Build-Party/i-vjSnpf6/0/971cd061/5K/DSC00050-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-vjSnpf6/0/971cd061/L/DSC00050-L.jpg[] - -Screw in the screws into the board housing to secure the board housing to the battery housing: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-SvVXT9h/0/f8ec575b/5K/DSC00055-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-SvVXT9h/0/f8ec575b/L/DSC00055-L.jpg[] - -Use the bent-nose pliers to attach the nut to the DC jack in the battery housing: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-TT6wQVn/0/54836dce/5K/DSC00060-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-TT6wQVn/0/54836dce/L/DSC00060-L.jpg[] - -Use the socket wrenches to secure nuts onto the various ports: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-sSvqRdm/0/430d66c1/5K/DSC00062-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-sSvqRdm/0/430d66c1/L/DSC00062-L.jpg[] - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-pvVBhQW/0/a8f3290d/5K/DSC00064-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-pvVBhQW/0/a8f3290d/L/DSC00064-L.jpg[] - -Attach the potentiometer printed knob onto the potentiometer knob: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-6B5hrTV/0/23decce2/5K/DSC00065-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-6B5hrTV/0/23decce2/L/DSC00065-L.jpg[] - -When the battery is in the housing and the potentiometer turned on, a battery life indicator should turn on: - -[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-fTVqQCL/0/65e4b53d/5K/DSC00066-5K.jpg] -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-fTVqQCL/0/65e4b53d/L/DSC00066-L.jpg[] - -Congratulations! You have built a Tetra PAPRa M12 Controller Box v4 (August 2021)! - - - +--- +title: "How to build a PAPRa m12 Battery Controller (Aug 2021)" +linkTitle: "PAPRa m12 Battery Controller" +weight: 1 +description: > + How-To guide for building the Tetra PAPRa m12 battery controller (August 2021 version). +aliases: + - /v1.0/m12 + - /1.0/m12 +--- + +== Quick Synopsis + +The Tetra Powered Air Purified Respirator requires power to function, and the m12 battery controller provides that power for these models. The controller consists of internal circuitry, a potentiometer to adjust fan speeds, a cable to connect to the fan box, and a port for a Milwaulkee M12 Battery to be inserted. + +This build differs from the v1 version in that it uses a custom-built circuitboard to remove many of the difficult steps of the build, add a battery charge indicator, and a separate power port for use in a car. If you cannot get link:../m12-circuit[the custom board], then please refer to the v1 version of this guide. + +*WARNING:* we provide no warranty, implicit or explicit, that this device will work up to an N95 specification, when built outside of a facility rated to do so. The only way to truly test one of these devices using something like a https://tsi.com/products/respirator-fit-testers/portacount-respirator-fit-tester-8038/[Portacount] under controlled conditions. + +== Parts Required + +This build will require printed parts, purchased parts, and several tools. Here is a picture of all the components used in this build: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-TvzsCcM/0/868c4f19/XL/DSC00035-XL.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-TvzsCcM/0/868c4f19/L/DSC00035-L.jpg[] + +And the assembly diagram can be found link:https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/f77a0d4679d0aeff081651c099855b2eb2a89743/Drawings/D-TET-001102-2%20M12%20PAPRA%20Controller%20Drawing.pdf[here]. Note that this assembly calls for version 0.7 of the board. + + +## 3D Printed Parts + +These parts should be printed at 0.2 spacing: + +.Table Printed Parts +|=== +| Part | Quantity | Material | Supports Required? | STL File Location + +| The Battery Housing +| 1 +| PLA/PETG +| Yes +| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/v5.0/STLs/battery_controller/P-TET-000132-1_M12_Battery_Housing.stl + +| The Board Housing +| 1 +| PLA/PETG +| No +| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/v5.0/STLs/battery_controller/P-TET-000131-1_M12_Board_Housing.stl + +| The Knob +| 1 +| PLA/PETG +| No +| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/v5.0/STLs/battery_controller/P-TET-000100-1_M12_Controller_Knob.stl + +|=== + +## Bill Of Materials + +You will need these components. Prices fluctuate, and so are not included here. Alternative versions can be sourced, and we welcome edits for tested alternatives. + +.Table Bill Of Materials (BOM) +|=== +| Count | Description | URL | Number in Package + +| 1 +| Circuit board +| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/PAPRA-PCB/tree/0.7 (v0.7) +| 1 + +| 1 +| 2Pack Upgraded 3.5Ah M 12 Battery for Milwaukee 12V Battery Lithium XC M 12B Batteries +| https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082WW688D/ +| 2 + +| 3 +| Washers +| Should come with the board +| 3 + +| 3 +| Nuts +| Should come with the board +| 3 + +|=== + +## Recommeded Tools + +These tools are recommended. URLs are for tools purchased and used in the building of the prototypes: + +.Table Tool List +|=== +| Description | URL + +| 4-3/4 In. Bent Long Nose Pliers +| https://www.harborfreight.com/4-34-in-bent-long-nose-pliers-63819.html + +| A hex screwdriver for the m4 screws +| https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007ICWAJC + +| X-acto knife +| https://www.amazon.com/Xacto-X3201-N0-Precision-Knife/dp/B00004Z2TQ + +| A deburring tool +| https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01L2XR4P2 + +| A 10mm socket wrench +| https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009ORXRU/ + +|=== + +== Build Instructions + +Building this version of the controller is more a matter of ensuring that the Controller Box was printed cleanly and all support material is properly removed. + +Attach the light pipe to the board: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-KWzR5L3/0/fd852e6c/5K/DSC00040-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-KWzR5L3/0/fd852e6c/L/DSC00040-L.jpg[] + +You may need to use the bent-nose pliers to get the pipe in place: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-jrz52MZ/0/1e9c50a7/5K/DSC00041-5K.jpg] +image:https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-jrz52MZ/0/1e9c50a7/L/DSC00041-L.jpg[] + +Seat the board into the board housing: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-GSwnDLS/0/e3707f64/5K/DSC00043-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-GSwnDLS/0/e3707f64/L/DSC00043-L.jpg[] + +Place the washer over the power port, and then finger tighten a hex nut over the same power port to hold the Plate in place: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-NX9pppF/0/db72b626/5K/DSC00044-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-NX9pppF/0/db72b626/L/DSC00044-L.jpg[] + +Repeat for the potentiometer knob: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-QL7qL76/0/93b633d5/5K/DSC00046-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-QL7qL76/0/93b633d5/L/DSC00046-L.jpg[] + +Put the battery housing over the board housing, with the power plugs going through the spaces in the battery housing: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-VKLPdk3/0/b95e5132/5K/DSC00047-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-VKLPdk3/0/b95e5132/L/DSC00047-L.jpg[] + +Place square nuts into the square nut sockets on the battery housing: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-here: Build-Party/i-vjSnpf6/0/971cd061/5K/DSC00050-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-vjSnpf6/0/971cd061/L/DSC00050-L.jpg[] + +Screw in the screws into the board housing to secure the board housing to the battery housing: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-SvVXT9h/0/f8ec575b/5K/DSC00055-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-SvVXT9h/0/f8ec575b/L/DSC00055-L.jpg[] + +Use the bent-nose pliers to attach the nut to the DC jack in the battery housing: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-TT6wQVn/0/54836dce/5K/DSC00060-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-TT6wQVn/0/54836dce/L/DSC00060-L.jpg[] + +Use the socket wrenches to secure nuts onto the various ports: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-sSvqRdm/0/430d66c1/5K/DSC00062-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-sSvqRdm/0/430d66c1/L/DSC00062-L.jpg[] + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-pvVBhQW/0/a8f3290d/5K/DSC00064-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-pvVBhQW/0/a8f3290d/L/DSC00064-L.jpg[] + +Attach the potentiometer printed knob onto the potentiometer knob: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-6B5hrTV/0/23decce2/5K/DSC00065-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-6B5hrTV/0/23decce2/L/DSC00065-L.jpg[] + +When the battery is in the housing and the potentiometer turned on, a battery life indicator should turn on: + +[link=https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-fTVqQCL/0/65e4b53d/5K/DSC00066-5K.jpg] +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2021-May-8-Papra-Build-Party/i-fTVqQCL/0/65e4b53d/L/DSC00066-L.jpg[] + +Congratulations! You have built a Tetra PAPRa M12 Controller Box v4 (August 2021)! + + + diff --git a/content/en/build-guide/mask-3m.adoc b/content/en/v1.0/mask-3m.adoc similarity index 96% rename from content/en/build-guide/mask-3m.adoc rename to content/en/v1.0/mask-3m.adoc index 4dad099..a7157fd 100644 --- a/content/en/build-guide/mask-3m.adoc +++ b/content/en/v1.0/mask-3m.adoc @@ -1,112 +1,115 @@ ---- -title: "How to build a PAPRa Mask (June 2022 Version)" -linkTitle: "PAPRa Mask" -weight: 1 -description: > - How-To guide for building the Tetra PAPRa mask (June 2022 version). ---- - -== Quick Synopsis - -The Tetra Powered Air Purified Respirator requires a Mask component to deliver purified air to the face of the wearer. This mask will be connected to the Fan Box via a CPAP hose. After many rounds of development, we have decided to adopt a 3M 6500 series mask as the final interface to the face of the user. These masks are effecive, cheap, and readily available. Ideally, future work can have a fully open source mask to be used here, but our attempts just aren't equivalent to this off-the-shelf part. - -*WARNING:* we provide no warranty, implicit or explicit, that this device will work up to an N95 specification, when built outside of a facility rated to do so. The only way to truly test one of these devices using something like a https://tsi.com/products/respirator-fit-testers/portacount-respirator-fit-tester-8038/[Portacount] under controlled conditions. - -== Parts Required - - -## 3D printed Parts - -.Table Printed Parts -|=== -| Part | Part Number | Quantity | Material | Supports required? | STL File Location - -| Right-angle Connector -| P-TET-000150 -| 2 -| PET/PLA -| Yes -| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/ae647b7905ae6b9a0845f862daef6b815cd362d1/STLs/3M%20Adapter/P-TET-000150_Right_Angle_Hose_Connector.stl - -| Y Connector -| P-TET-000150 -| 1 -| PET/PLA -| No -| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/ae647b7905ae6b9a0845f862daef6b815cd362d1/STLs/3M%20Adapter/P-TET-000151_Y_Splitter.stl - -|=== - - -## Bill of Materials - -You will need these components. Prices fluctuate, and so are not included here. Alternative versions can be sourced, and we welcome edits for tested alternatives. - -.Table Bill Of Materials (BOM) -|=== -| Count | Description | URL | Number in Package - - -| 1 -| CPAP Hose (possible candidate-- this product is 3 feet, you may want something longer or shorter. Refer to https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papra/issues/48 for alternatives) -| https://www.amazon.com/Gray-Standard-CPAP-Tubing-foot/dp/B073GBQN73 -| 1, 3ft - - -| 2 -| Stiff Ventilator hosing (999) 22mm -| https://hitechmedical.net/products/999-2/ -| 1 length, 200 yards - - -| 1 -| 3M 6200 Model Mask -| https://www.amazon.com/3M-Respirator-6200-Respiratory-Protection/dp/B007JZ1N00 -| 1 - -|=== - - -== Build Steps - -Cut the ventilator hosing into 2 foot lengths. - -Place the right-angle parts (P-TET-000150) onto the mask: - -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-d5zHvmM/0/0da86a47/L/_MMR5821-L.jpg[] - -Note that the part has three different-size teeth to meet: - -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-6frw2Z4/0/0a054250/L/_MMR5823-L.jpg[] - -Once in place, the part twists in place: - -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-36LWSFL/0/e7b8e51a/L/_MMR5824-L.jpg[] - -The other right angle part goes into the opposite side: - -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-TTtqm74/0/d5f3c326/L/_MMR5825-L.jpg[] - -Place the two stiff pieces into the y-connector (P-TET-000151): - -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-jk4gP88/0/16aea615/L/_MMR5830-L.jpg[] - -Connect the CPAP hose in place on the bottom of the Y-connector (P-TET-000151): - -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-svv2B2J/0/035c7ff6/L/_MMR5838-L.jpg[] - -Connect the other end of the CPAP hose to the other side: - -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-mCk2PJj/0/9debedf0/L/_MMR5841-L.jpg[] - -The mask is all together: - -image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-pBwTP2j/0/fb8e9418/L/_MMR5845-L.jpg[] - -## How frequently should I change the filter? - -Changing the filter depends on how much you use the device. If you're using the device where there are a lot of particulates in the air (such as a construction site or a woodshop), you may want to change every few days or so. If you're using the device where there are less particulates, every two to three weeks should be fine. If the filter material gets dirty or wet, you should change it. The blue layer is intended to be water proof, but we don't know how much actual water it can take. - -## My hose is smelling. What can I do about that? - -You can clean the hose with a 22mm cleaning brush (like https://www.amazon.com/JAKIA-CPAP-Brush-Cleaning-7inch/dp/B089Q6QH1X). Soap and water should be sufficient. We've found that the hose material can begin to smell if exposed to quite a bit of sunlight, such as wearing the PAPR in the desert, and this smell wears off after some time. +--- +title: "How to build a PAPRa Mask (June 2022 Version)" +linkTitle: "PAPRa Mask" +weight: 1 +description: > + How-To guide for building the Tetra PAPRa mask (June 2022 version). +aliases: + - /v1.0/mask-3m + - /1.0/mask-3m +--- + +== Quick Synopsis + +The Tetra Powered Air Purified Respirator requires a Mask component to deliver purified air to the face of the wearer. This mask will be connected to the Fan Box via a CPAP hose. After many rounds of development, we have decided to adopt a 3M 6500 series mask as the final interface to the face of the user. These masks are effecive, cheap, and readily available. Ideally, future work can have a fully open source mask to be used here, but our attempts just aren't equivalent to this off-the-shelf part. + +*WARNING:* we provide no warranty, implicit or explicit, that this device will work up to an N95 specification, when built outside of a facility rated to do so. The only way to truly test one of these devices using something like a https://tsi.com/products/respirator-fit-testers/portacount-respirator-fit-tester-8038/[Portacount] under controlled conditions. + +== Parts Required + + +## 3D printed Parts + +.Table Printed Parts +|=== +| Part | Part Number | Quantity | Material | Supports required? | STL File Location + +| Right-angle Connector +| P-TET-000150 +| 2 +| PET/PLA +| Yes +| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/ae647b7905ae6b9a0845f862daef6b815cd362d1/STLs/3M%20Adapter/P-TET-000150_Right_Angle_Hose_Connector.stl + +| Y Connector +| P-TET-000150 +| 1 +| PET/PLA +| No +| https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papr-print-files/blob/ae647b7905ae6b9a0845f862daef6b815cd362d1/STLs/3M%20Adapter/P-TET-000151_Y_Splitter.stl + +|=== + + +## Bill of Materials + +You will need these components. Prices fluctuate, and so are not included here. Alternative versions can be sourced, and we welcome edits for tested alternatives. + +.Table Bill Of Materials (BOM) +|=== +| Count | Description | URL | Number in Package + + +| 1 +| CPAP Hose (possible candidate-- this product is 3 feet, you may want something longer or shorter. Refer to https://github.com/tetrabiodistributed/papra/issues/48 for alternatives) +| https://www.amazon.com/Gray-Standard-CPAP-Tubing-foot/dp/B073GBQN73 +| 1, 3ft + + +| 2 +| Stiff Ventilator hosing (999) 22mm +| https://hitechmedical.net/products/999-2/ +| 1 length, 200 yards + + +| 1 +| 3M 6200 Model Mask +| https://www.amazon.com/3M-Respirator-6200-Respiratory-Protection/dp/B007JZ1N00 +| 1 + +|=== + + +== Build Steps + +Cut the ventilator hosing into 2 foot lengths. + +Place the right-angle parts (P-TET-000150) onto the mask: + +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-d5zHvmM/0/0da86a47/L/_MMR5821-L.jpg[] + +Note that the part has three different-size teeth to meet: + +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-6frw2Z4/0/0a054250/L/_MMR5823-L.jpg[] + +Once in place, the part twists in place: + +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-36LWSFL/0/e7b8e51a/L/_MMR5824-L.jpg[] + +The other right angle part goes into the opposite side: + +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-TTtqm74/0/d5f3c326/L/_MMR5825-L.jpg[] + +Place the two stiff pieces into the y-connector (P-TET-000151): + +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-jk4gP88/0/16aea615/L/_MMR5830-L.jpg[] + +Connect the CPAP hose in place on the bottom of the Y-connector (P-TET-000151): + +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-svv2B2J/0/035c7ff6/L/_MMR5838-L.jpg[] + +Connect the other end of the CPAP hose to the other side: + +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-mCk2PJj/0/9debedf0/L/_MMR5841-L.jpg[] + +The mask is all together: + +image::https://photos.smugmug.com/Tetra-Testing/2022-Oct-10-Build/i-pBwTP2j/0/fb8e9418/L/_MMR5845-L.jpg[] + +## How frequently should I change the filter? + +Changing the filter depends on how much you use the device. If you're using the device where there are a lot of particulates in the air (such as a construction site or a woodshop), you may want to change every few days or so. If you're using the device where there are less particulates, every two to three weeks should be fine. If the filter material gets dirty or wet, you should change it. The blue layer is intended to be water proof, but we don't know how much actual water it can take. + +## My hose is smelling. What can I do about that? + +You can clean the hose with a 22mm cleaning brush (like https://www.amazon.com/JAKIA-CPAP-Brush-Cleaning-7inch/dp/B089Q6QH1X). Soap and water should be sufficient. We've found that the hose material can begin to smell if exposed to quite a bit of sunlight, such as wearing the PAPR in the desert, and this smell wears off after some time.