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4 Preparation and setup
4.1 Location and environs
Prepare a space to install and operate the Fuse Blast and house the necessary accessories
and consumables. Unlike standard media blasting cabinets, Fuse Blast can share a space with
the Fuse 1 generation printer or Fuse Sift without risk of media contamination.
To prepare the workspace for the Fuse Blast:
1. Choose a dry, indoor location separate from any machinery or tooling that generates dust
or sparks, such as wood or metal working equipment.
2. The Fuse Blast is a free standing system. Reserve the following minimum dimensions for
the most convenient access:
• Fuse Blast (W × D × H): 145 × 150 × 210 cm (57.4 × 59.6 × 82.6 in)
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The Fuse Blast footprint is 100 × 75 × 175 cm (39 × 29.6 × 68.7 in). With the blasting
chamber door open, the Fuse Blast is 195 cm (76.8 in) in height. Leave at least 76.2 cm
(30 in) on all sides of the unit free for access.
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Place the Fuse Blast at least 76.2 cm (30 in) from nearby walls.
3. Ensure proper ventilation is installed.
4. Purchase additional supplies:
• Antistatic vacuum that is grounded and bonded (e.g., NFPA 652-compliant vacuum)
• Particulate filtering respiratory protection (N95 or better)
• Non-reactive nitrile gloves
• Safety glasses
• Blasting media (200–300 µm for best media filtering performance)
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