Equipment



Universal Laser Cutter (blue)

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Status: UP

Specs: Bed size: 24x18". 60 watts.  Cuts materials up to about 1/4" thick.

Compatible software: Corel Draw, AutoCad. Can import most vector file formats such as DXF, DWG, or PDF. 

Acceptable Materials: Most materials EXCLUDING vinyl and PVC. Check your material's MSDS sheet if you are not sure. 

Availability: 
The laser cutter may be reserved for 3 hour time slots.

Further reading: 
Full Spec Sheet
Directions for Use
Demo Video


Universal Laser Cutter (purple)

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Status: UP

Specs: Bed size: 24x18". 60 watts.  Cuts materials up to about 1/4" thick.

Compatible software: Corel Draw, AutoCad. Can import most vector file formats such as DXF, DWG, or PDF. ​

Acceptable Materials: Most materials EXCLUDING vinyl and PVC. Check your material's MSDS sheet if you are not sure. 

Availability:
The laser cutter may be reserved for 3 hour time slots.

Further reading:
Full Spec Sheet
Directions for Use
Demo Video


ShopBot CNC Router

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Status: UP 

Specs: Bed size: 4x8'

Compatible software: We use PartWorks V2.5 and PartWorks 3D to run your file. However, you can design in a program you feel comfortable with, such as Adobe Illustrator for more 2D files such as basic furniture design or SolidWorks, 123D Design, or a different CAD program for 3D modelling projects such as carving.  Accepted file formats, V2.5: *.crv, *.dxf, *.dwg, *.eps, *.ai, *.pdf. Stl file for 3D milling. 


Acceptable Materials:
hardwood, plywood, MDF, foam, aluminum, etc. 
Other materials such as aluminum and brass may be cut upon request. If you are unsure weather your material is machinable on the ShopBot please email us and check. 

*Please bring your own spoil board*

Availability:
The ShopBot may be reserved for 5 hour time slots. 

Further reading:
Full Spec Sheet
Directions for use
Demo Video


Torchmate CNC Plasma Cutter   

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Status: UP
Specs: Bed size: 2x4'

Compatible software:  vector file formats, such as DXF, DWG, or PDF, OR a CorelDraw document. 


uPrint Plus 3D Printer

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Status: UP

Specs: Build volume: 8x6x6" Material: ABS plastic.  Layer Resolution: 330 to 250 microns, depending on the setting

Compatible software: Only accepts *.stl files. Model any way you feel comfortable, as long as you can export to a *.stl. Our 3D modelling options: 123D Design, SolidWorks, Google SketchUp. Note that *.stl is not a native file format for Google SketchUp, however we have a plug-in that will export an *.skp file to an *.stl file.

Availability: First come first served. 

Material Cost: $10 per cubic inch

Further reading: 
Full Spec Sheet
Directions for Use
Demo Video


Afinia 3d Printers (2)

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Status: UP

Specs: Build volume: 5x5x5  Material: PLA biodegradable plastic  Layer resolution: 150 micron

Compatable Software: .stl files

Availability: The Afinia printers are available on a drop in basis.  If they are unavailable when you wish to use them, we will put your file in a queue and print it when the next machine is available.

Material Cost: $7 per cubic inch

Further Reading: http://www.afinia.com/


Roland Versa Print and CUt Vinyl Cutter

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Status: UP

Specs: Max roll size: 24" Material: vinyl and sheet copper.

Compatible software: Can cut straight from .pdf format. Autotrace feature for bitmap formats such as .jpg.

Availability:
First come first served. 

Further reading:
Full Spec Sheet
Directions for Use
Demo Video

Artec Eva 3D scanner

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Status: UP

Specs: Works best on objects larger than a baseball.

Compatible software: Artec 3D scanner software, post-processing software such as Geo Magic or Meshmixer. 

Availability:
First come first served. 


Denford PCB Mill
Status: UP

Compatible software: imports .gbr files and .fnc files. FNC files can be exported from the Denford quickcam software, or from Aspire. 

Availability:
The Denford PCB mill can be reserved Monday through Friday, and is otherwise available on a first come, first served basis.