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Table 7 All subjective observations noted in this study

From: Identifying a commercially-available 3D printing process that minimizes model distortion after annealing and autoclaving and the effect of steam sterilization on mechanical strength

3D Printing Material

Infill Geometry

Subjective Observation (Water Bath Annealing)

Subjective Observation (Autoclave)

Proto-Pasta HTPLA White

Tetrahedral

No observed subjective deformity

Mild Wave

Maker Series PLA, Food Safe, FDA OK, Clear

Triangles

Mild Balloon

No observed subjective deformity

Dragons Metallic PLA All That Glitters Gold

Tetrahedral

Balloon

Balloon

Maker Series PLA, Food Safe, FDA OK, Clear

Tetrahedral

Balloon

Balloon

Maker Series PLA White HOT White

Grid

Balloon

Mild Balloon

Maker Series PLA White HOT White

Tetrahedral

Balloon

Balloon

Maker Series PLA, Food Safe, FDA OK, Clear

Zig-zag

Balloon

Balloon

Maker Series PLA White HOT White

Triangles

Balloon

Balloon

Maker Series PLA White HOT White

Zig-zag

Balloon

Balloon