Equipment

Universal Laser Cutter (Blue)

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. Email us us to check weather your material is acceptable if you are unsure.

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

Universal Laser Cutter (Purple)

ShopBot CNC Router

Status: UP

Specs: Bed size: 4x8', Z axis travel height of 3"

Compatible software: We use PartWorks V2.5, PartWorks 3D, or Aspire to generate toolpath files. 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. You must provide your own bit if you are machining aluminum or other materials of similar hardness. If you are unsure whether your material is machinable on the ShopBot please email us and check.

*Must bring your own spoil board*

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

Torchmate CNC Plasma Cutter

Status: UP

Specs: Bed size: 2x4'

Compatible software: vector file formats, such as DXF, DWG, or PDF.

Availability: By appointment only

uPrint Plus 3D Printer

Status: UP

Specs: Build volume: 8x8x6" Material: ABS plastic. Finest layer resolution: 0.01"

Compatible software: Only accepts .stl files.

Availability: First come first served. May send your .stl file by email to be printed and picked up within 2-4 business days.

Material Cost: $10 per cubic inch

Dimension Elite 3D Printer

Status: UP

Specs: Build volume: 8x8x12" Material: ABS plastic. Finest layer resolution: 0.007"

Compatible software: Only accepts .stl files.

Availability: First come first served. May send your .stl file by email to be printed and picked up within 2-4 business days.

Material Cost: $10 per cubic inch

Form 2 3D Printer

Status: UP

Specs: Build volume: 5.7x5.7x6.9" Material: a variety of different resin options. Finest layer resolution: 0.001"

Compatible software: Only accepts *.stl files.

Availability: First come first served. May send your .stl file by email to be printed and picked up within 2-4 business days.

Material Cost: Clear, and black resin: $0.70 per mL.
Tough and durable resin: $0.80 per mL.
Flexible resin: $0.90 per mL.
Castable resin: $1.00 per mL.

Afinia 3d Printers (2)

Status: UP

Specs: Build volume: 5x5x5 Material: PLA biodegradable plastic Layer resolution: .005"

Compatable Software: .stl files

Availability: First come first served.

Material Cost: $7 per cubic inch, or bring your own spool of filament.

Roland Versa Print and CUt Vinyl Cutter

Status: UP

Specs: Max roll size: 30" Material: vinyl and sheet copper for printing and cutting, paper and various fabrics for printing.

Compatible software: Can cut straight from .eps format.

Availability: First come first served.

Artec Eva 3D scanner

Status: UP

Specs: Works best on objects larger than a softball. Will not render hair, or other translucent material.

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: First come first served