The AC Arc/Stick Welder is a versatile tool used for welding metals through the process of arc welding. Members at the makerspace utilize this tool for creating strong joints in metal fabrication projects, repairing broken metal items, and building custom structures or sculptures. Its ease of use makes it ideal for both beginners and experienced welders.
The Comparator is a precision measurement tool used in makerspaces to compare the dimensions of objects against a standard or template. Members utilize it for quality control, ensuring accuracy in their projects, and making precise adjustments to components in woodworking, metalworking, and other fabrication processes.
The SmartDoc E5001-SDB (also called SmartDoc 2.0) is a gel-imaging system used to view nucleic acid gels safely (i.e. DNA/RNA agarose gels) and take photographs of them using a smartphone.
The Canon Rebel T7 Camera is a versatile DSLR used in makerspaces for photography and videography projects. Members utilize it to capture high-quality images and videos for various creative works, such as artwork documentation, promotional materials, and learning content. Its user-friendly interface makes it accessible for both beginners and experienced photographers.
This is the JessEm Mast-R-Lift II Router Table. A router table is a specialized tool designed to enhance precision and control compared to using a handheld router. Its primary purpose is to provide a stable and flat work surface with a hole or opening where the router bit protrudes, allowing woodworkers to guide their workpieces accurately and safely. Woodworkers commonly use router tables for tasks like edge profiling, dado cutting, and creating intricate joinery, as it offers improved stability and repeatability compared to freehand routing.
A track saw is a cutting tool designed to make precise, straight cuts in various materials such as wood, plywood, and MDF. In a makerspace, members use it for accurate sheet cutting and creating clean edges, making it ideal for furniture projects, cabinetry, and other woodworking tasks. Its guide rail system ensures stability and minimizes splintering for high-quality results.
Micropipettes are precision tools used to measure and transfer very small volumes of liquid, typically from 0.1 to 1000 microliters. Members at a makerspace use micropipettes for various applications, including biological experiments, chemical assays, and prototype development in fields like biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. These tools are essential for ensuring accuracy in experiments and ensuring that minute quantities of liquids are handled effectively.
The Shrinker Stretcher is a versatile tool designed for manipulating and shaping materials, particularly thermoplastics. Makerspace members use it to heat and shrink plastic sheets for custom projects, or to stretch and form materials into precise shapes for art, prototyping, and design purposes. Its ease of use makes it ideal for both beginners and experienced creators looking to enhance their fabrication skills.
A metal chop saw is a power tool designed for cutting various types of metal materials with precision. Members use it in a makerspace to create custom metal pieces for projects such as frames, brackets, and other structural components, allowing for clean and efficient cuts.
A biscuit joiner is a power tool used to create precise, adjustable joints between two pieces of wood by cutting oval-shaped slots for wooden biscuits. Members at a makerspace utilize it to enhance the strength and alignment of their woodworking projects, facilitating quick assembly of furniture, cabinets, and other wooden structures.
Tuesday Nights between 6:30-7:30 pm is KW1MH Radio Bench Badging Time.
If you are a MakeHaven Member and a FCC Licensed Ham Radio Operator you are eligible to receive a Radio Badge after you complete the online quiz and make an appointment with Brenda Brown KW1YL for a badging session.
A Sliding Compound Miter Saw, also known as a Wood Chop Saw, is a versatile tool designed for making precise crosscuts and angled cuts in wood and other materials. Members at a makerspace use it to create accurate cuts for woodworking projects, trim work, and framing, benefiting from its ability to adjust the angle and slide for wider boards.
The Panasonic 150p Video Camera is a versatile camcorder used in makerspaces for capturing high-quality video content. Members utilize it for recording tutorials, documenting projects, and producing digital media for various creative purposes. Its user-friendly interface and portability make it an ideal tool for both beginners and experienced videographers.
Molds flat sheets around a mold. Useful for creating costumes, or molds for chocolate and soap as well as many other things. The plastic sheets are 21 1/4" by 30 1/4"
Cricut is a versatile cutting machine used in makerspaces that allows members to design and cut a variety of materials, including paper, vinyl, fabric, and more. It is commonly utilized for creating custom items such as cards, decals, home décor, and personalized gifts, enabling users to bring their creative projects to life with precision.
This large table in the textiles area has a full cutting mat with inch square grid, ideal for cutting textiles, matte board, large printouts, and more.
The 6" x 48" Belt Grinder is a powerful tool used in makerspaces for grinding, sanding, and shaping various materials, primarily metal and wood. Members utilize it for tasks like sharpening tools, defining edges, and finishing surfaces, making it an essential resource for metalworking and woodworking projects. Its adjustable speed and interchangeable belts allow for versatility in tackling different materials and finishes.
The Kalamazoo Belt Grinder, Small (1"x42") is a versatile tool used for grinding, shaping, and finishing various materials, particularly metal and wood. Members at the makerspace utilize it for tasks such as sharpening tools, shaping knife edges, and smoothing surfaces, making it an essential resource for metalworking and woodworking projects.
The Oculus VR headset is a virtual reality device that allows users to immerse themselves in 3D environments and experiences. Members of the makerspace use it for various applications, including virtual design visualization, gaming, educational simulations, and interactive art projects. It provides an innovative platform for creativity and exploration in digital spaces.
The 40” Wide Ductless Spray Booth provides a negative-pressure hooded enclosure for fume control. These systems utilize powerful fans and a variety of high-quality filtration media to provide effective source-capture of airborne contaminants. HEPA filtration, and Activated Carbon media help to protect the operator’s respiratory zone while also preventing unwanted particulate and odors from the entering the general work area.
The Casting Pressure Pot from C.A. Technologies is a specialized tool used in makerspaces for resin casting and other molding processes. Members utilize it to eliminate air bubbles from their mixed resin, ensuring a smooth finish and high-quality casts for various projects, such as jewelry, prototypes, or decorative items. Its pressure chamber can enhance the curing process, making it a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced artisans.
The screen stretcher is used to tighten the mesh when re-meshing a frame for screen printing. In the box is also a screen tension meter. there may be super glue, but MakeHaven will not provide this on an on-going basis.
The Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine is a compact and user-friendly espresso maker that allows users to brew professional-quality coffee at home or in a makerspace. Members use it to experiment with espresso techniques, create custom coffee beverages, and explore the art of coffee-making as part of culinary or product design projects.
The Spot Thermal Camera is a portable infrared imaging device that allows users to detect and visualize temperature variations in objects and environments. In a makerspace, members utilize it for applications such as identifying heat loss in buildings, troubleshooting electrical components, and enhancing their understanding of thermal dynamics in their projects.
The tube notcher is for notching/coping/putting hole in tube or pipe. The tube or pipe is clamped in the fixture, a hole saw is attached to the shaft, an it is driven with a drill.
This area can be used to clean metal things gently. So if you have something that you want to remove the rust or paint from without removing any of the underlying metal (like a sandblaster would), this tool could be useful for that.
A plunge router is a specialized power tool used in woodworking to create intricate and precise cuts, holes, and designs on the surface of a workpiece. Its unique feature allows the router bit to be lowered and raised (plunged) into the material while the router is in operation, providing the flexibility to start or stop the cut anywhere on the piece, making it suitable for tasks like inlays, dadoes, and mortises.
These are Shure MV7 and MV7X dynamic microphones. They output to the Audio Interface, which can plug into the computer on the wall or your own computer.
The Cob Pizza Oven is a wood-fired clay oven designed for high-temperature cooking, typically used for baking pizzas. Members at a makerspace utilize it to cook delicious pizzas and other baked goods while exploring the art of outdoor cooking and experimenting with thermal properties of different materials. Its construction and use provide hands-on experience with sustainable building techniques and culinary creativity.
The MyGel is a complete horizontal electrophoresis system that includes a power supply that directly connects to a gel tank. The system is designed for separating nucleic acids in agarose gel.
A Vortex Mixer is a laboratory tool designed to rapidly mix small liquid samples by creating a vortex motion in the container. In a makerspace, members use it for tasks such as quickly homogenizing solutions, suspending particles, or mixing reagents for experiments and projects. Its efficiency saves time and enhances the consistency of mixtures in various DIY and scientific applications.
This machine allows tshirts and other materials to have 1 to 4 color images added. The machine acts as a jig to help lineup images. This is most commonly used in concert with tools for adding designs to screens and the flash dryer for locking the ink into place.
A Test Tube Rotator is a laboratory device designed to gently rotate test tubes at a controlled speed, ensuring even mixing of samples or reactions without the risk of spilling. Members at a makerspace use it for experiments involving chemical reactions, biological samples, or for processes like cell culture, enhancing both precision and efficiency in their projects.
A 3.5hp router is a powerful woodworking tool designed for heavy-duty tasks, including shaping, trimming, cutting dense materials, and flattening slabs. Its high precision and versatility make it ideal for professional carpentry and cabinetry work, allowing craftsmen to achieve exceptional results in various woodworking projects, from intricate designs and joinery to large-scale slab flattening tasks.
The Glastar Super Star II Glass Grinder is a precision tool designed for smoothing and shaping glass edges, making it ideal for stained glass projects and other glassworks. Members at a makerspace use this grinder to refine their glass pieces, ensuring clean, safe edges and achieving intricate designs while working on both art and functional glass items. The included Plexi shield enhances safety by minimizing exposure to glass dust during operation.
The "10" Metal Drill Press" is a precision tool designed for drilling accurate and clean holes in various metals and other materials. Makerspace members utilize it for projects that require consistent depth and alignment, making it ideal for crafting prototypes, custom parts, and intricate designs. Its adjustable speed settings allow for versatility in handling different materials and drill sizes.
The Arbor Press is a mechanical tool used in makerspaces for pressing and shaping materials with controlled force. Members utilize it for tasks such as assembling components, setting rivets, and bending metal sheets, making it essential for metalworking, woodworking, and crafts projects. Its design allows for precise handling of materials, enhancing accuracy in various fabrication processes.
A serger sewing machine, also known as an overlock machine, is a specialized sewing tool that simultaneously trims fabric edges and finishes seams to prevent fraying. Members use it at the makerspace for creating professional-looking garments, stretch fabrics, and home textiles, enabling them to produce clean and durable seams in their sewing projects.
Join the next community brewing session to learn the craft, enjoy tasting and connect with other brewing enthusiasts. No experience necessary. Check Slack #brewing and makehaven.org/events for upcoming activities.
The Makita Belt Sander is a powerful handheld tool designed for smoothing and shaping wood and other materials by using a continuous loop of sandpaper. Members at a makerspace use it to quickly remove material, create surfaces ready for finishing, or refine edges on their projects, making it an essential tool for woodworking and DIY enthusiasts. Its adjustable speed settings allow for precision control, catering to various sanding needs.
A grain mill is a tool used in makerspaces to grind whole grains into flour or meal. Members utilize it for various culinary projects, such as baking bread or making pasta, allowing them to create fresh, homemade ingredients from scratch.
The Pressure Cooker Canner 21-1/2-Quart is a large-capacity canning tool designed for safely preserving a variety of foods through the process of pressure canning. Members at the makerspace use it to create shelf-stable preserves, including vegetables, meats, and soups, allowing them to explore food preservation techniques and promote self-sufficiency.
The Ink Printing Press is a specialized tool in makerspaces used for screen printing and block printing projects. Members utilize it to create custom designs on various surfaces, including fabric, paper, and wood, allowing for artistic expression and the production of personalized items or merchandise.
The Brother Sewing Machine is a versatile tool available in the makerspace for sewing and crafting projects. Members use it to create garments, accessories, and home decor items, as well as to repair or alter existing fabrics. Its user-friendly design accommodates both beginners and experienced sewists, making it a popular choice for a variety of textile-based projects.
The Glass Grinder and Disc is a specialized tool used in makerspaces for shaping and smoothing glass pieces. Members typically use it to refine edges, create intricate designs, and prepare glass for mosaic projects or stained glass art. This equipment allows for precise control and versatility in various glass crafting applications.
An SDS-Plus cordless rotary hammer drill is a powerful and versatile tool used for drilling into tough materials, such as concrete, brick, and stone. It combines the capabilities of a traditional hammer drill and a rotary hammer, making it ideal for heavy-duty tasks like drilling holes, chiseling, and demolition work.
A cordless circular saw is a portable and versatile power tool designed for making straight cuts in various materials, such as wood, metal, or plastic. Its cordless design offers freedom of movement.
An electric hand planer is a power tool used for fast and efficient wood removal and surface smoothing in woodworking projects. Its motor-driven blades allow it to quickly level uneven surfaces, trim edges, and shape wood with ease.
A random orbital sander is a versatile handheld tool used for sanding and smoothing various surfaces, such as wood, metal, or plastic. It employs a circular sanding pad that moves in both an orbital and random pattern, minimizing swirl marks and providing a high-quality finish, making it ideal for both fine detail work and larger surface areas.
