For those who share my interest in 3D printing: I'm planning to give my child a 3D printer, and I'll stick to filaments with low toxic fumes — mainly psa and similar types. The bedroom would be the most convenient spot, but naturally a bedroom plus a 3D printer is seen as a no-go. How about placing it near a window and setting up some sort of ventilation arrangement? To me this looks quite feasible and safe. I also want to purchase one for my office, and the same issue applies there. Please don't hit me with the "only an idiot would put a 3D printer in their kid's bedroom, you want your kid to get lung cancer, etc" remarks. I'm aware, which is exactly why I'm asking both here and in various other places. I won't do a single thing until I've thoroughly vetted this question through countless sources, many superior to here (this won't be my sole source, and it's probably my worst. Naturally, there could easily be 3D printer experts here who can direct me to excellent information, so why not ask?).
3D printer venting
- Thread starter jason370
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FRMN01
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Amazon sells many 3D printer enclosures that come with ventilation.
exploitedworkerbee
Explorer
Go for a sealed unit with a HEPA filter, sited wherever you like.
Explorer
Choose a printer with an enclosure and filtration integrated into its ventilation fans. Another option, or an addition, is to print ducting for the printer's exhaust and run it through HEPA and charcoal filters to filter the air further.