The Launchpad X Grid Controller is a versatile MIDI controller designed for creating and performing music. Makerspace members use it to interact with digital audio workstations and software, enabling them to trigger sounds, control virtual instruments, and experiment with music production in an intuitive, grid-based layout. Its customizable features make it suitable for both beginners and experienced musicians looking to enhance their creative workflows.
The Inland Wiz Glass Grinder with Mr. Splash Shield is a compact and efficient tool designed for grinding and shaping glass pieces. Makerspace members use it for various projects, including stained glass work and creating unique glass art, allowing for precise adjustments and smooth edges on their designs. The built-in splash shield helps contain water and debris, ensuring a cleaner workspace during use.
This is a Fletcher 2100 Mat Cutter. It lives under the light table in the Casting and Moldmaking area. To assemble it, use the thumb screws to attach the two support arms.
The Dovetail Router Jig is a specialized tool designed for woodworking that allows users to create precise dovetail joints, commonly used in furniture making and cabinetry. Members at a makerspace utilize it to craft strong and visually appealing joints in their woodworking projects, ensuring accuracy and consistency in their work.
The #7 Stanley Jointer Plane is a hand tool used primarily for flattening and straightening the edges of wooden boards. Members at the makerspace utilize it to achieve smooth, even surfaces on larger pieces of wood, ensuring precise dimensions for various woodworking projects. This plane is especially popular for preparing materials before assembly or finishing.
The Grommet Press Machine, B0BW734VCK, is a versatile tool commonly used in makerspaces for applying grommets to fabric, leather, and other materials. Members utilize this machine to create durable holes for lacing, fastening, or reinforcing edges in their DIY projects, such as bags, banners, or textiles. Its user-friendly design allows for efficient and consistent grommet installation.
The Thermal Controller is a precision tool used in makerspaces for regulating temperatures during various fabrication processes, such as 3D printing, soldering, and laser cutting. Members utilize it to ensure optimal heating and cooling conditions, which enhance the quality and reliability of their projects. This tool is essential for achieving consistent results in temperature-sensitive applications.
Magnetic stirrers are laboratory devices used to mix liquids and solutions effectively and uniformly. Members at a makerspace utilize them for experiments, chemical reactions, and creating homogeneous mixtures in various projects, allowing for precise control over stirring speed and temperature control when combined with heating elements.
The Yeti USB Microphone is a versatile recording device used in makerspaces for high-quality audio capture. Members utilize it for podcasting, voiceovers, and music production, benefiting from its multiple pickup patterns and user-friendly USB connectivity.
Wood steamers are tools used in makerspaces to bend wood by softening it with steam. Members utilize wood steamers to create curved wood elements for furniture, musical instruments, and various woodworking projects, allowing for intricate designs that are otherwise difficult to achieve with standard woodworking techniques.
A document camera is an optical device that captures and displays documents, images, or objects in real-time, projecting them onto a screen or digital interface. Members at a makerspace use it for teaching, presentations, and demonstrations, allowing for easy sharing of detailed information, designs, or project progress with others in the space. This tool enhances collaboration and facilitates interactive learning experiences.
A compact reciprocating saw is a portable and powerful cutting tool designed to make quick and efficient cuts in a variety of materials, including wood, metal, and plastic. Its reciprocating motion enables it to tackle tasks in confined spaces and perform demolition work with ease.
A foam cutter is a specialized tool that uses a heated wire to slice through various types of foam materials, allowing for precise shaping and sculpting. Members at a makerspace use it for projects such as model making, prototyping, and crafting custom designs, enabling them to create lightweight structures or detailed artworks with ease.
A cordless trim router is a portable and convenient handheld tool used for small-scale woodworking tasks, such as edging, trimming, and detail work. Its cordless design provides freedom of movement, making it ideal for working in tight spaces or areas without easy access to power outlets, while still delivering precision and versatility for various woodworking projects.
An oscillating multitool is a versatile handheld power tool designed to perform a wide range of tasks, such as cutting, sanding, scraping, and grinding, in various materials. Its oscillating motion allows for precise and controlled operations, making it ideal for detailed work and accessing tight spaces.
The Panel Gauge is a precision tool used in makerspaces for measuring and marking dimensions on sheet materials like wood, plastic, and metal. Members utilize it to ensure accurate cuts and alignments, facilitating the creation of prototypes, furniture, and various DIY projects. Its adjustable features allow for quick and repeatable measurements, making it essential for woodworking and construction tasks.
Dremels are versatile rotary tools commonly found in makerspaces, used for tasks such as carving, engraving, grinding, and cutting various materials like wood, plastic, and metal. Members use Dremels to create detailed designs, refine edges, and assemble projects that require precision and flexibility in handling.
The Sous-vide System is a cooking apparatus that uses precise temperature control to heat water, allowing members to cook food in vacuum-sealed bags for extended periods. At the makerspace, individuals use it to achieve restaurant-quality results by infusing flavors and ensuring even cooking for meats, vegetables, and other dishes. This tool is particularly popular for its ability to elevate culinary skills and create consistent, delicious meals.
The WoodRiver Bench Chisel Set (6-piece) is a versatile toolset designed for woodworkers, featuring a range of chisel sizes that allow for precision cutting, shaping, and carving of wood. Members at the makerspace use these chisels for various projects, including detailed joinery and cleaning up edges, making them essential for both beginners and experienced craftsmen. The set facilitates creativity and craftsmanship in woodworking tasks.
The purpose of the edge lipping planer is to bring an edge flush with a surface. The base of the tool rests on the primary surface, and the blades cut the edge down.
An Ultra Sonic Cleaner is a specialized device that uses high-frequency sound waves to create cavitation bubbles in a cleaning solution, effectively removing dirt, grease, and contaminants from various materials. Members at a makerspace use it to clean intricate parts, tools, and electronics, ensuring they are free of debris and ready for further projects or assembly.
A power supply is an essential tool in a makerspace that provides adjustable voltage and current for electronic projects. Members use it to test and power various electronic circuits, components, and devices, ensuring they function correctly before final assembly. This tool is particularly valuable for prototyping, experimentation, and learning in electronics.
A food dehydrator is a kitchen appliance used to remove moisture from food to preserve it for long-term storage. Members at a makerspace use it to create dried fruits, vegetables, herbs, and snacks, allowing them to explore food preservation techniques and experiment with flavors and textures.
This booth is used to wash the ink or uncured emulsion out of screens using a hose, or remove fully cured emulsion using a pressure washer (generally if it has sat too long for emulsion remover to be effective).
The MakeEasy Spiral Binding Machine, 21-Hole Punch Comb Binder is a tool that enables users to punch holes in documents and bind them using plastic combs for a professional finish. Makerspace members utilize this machine for various projects, including creating notebooks, reports, and presentations, allowing for easy organization and enhanced presentation of printed materials.
The Waffle Cone Maker is a kitchen appliance designed to create crisp, cone-shaped wafers for ice cream and desserts. Members use it in the makerspace to experiment with flavors and designs, crafting custom waffle cones for various culinary projects and events. Its versatility allows for creative combinations, making it a popular tool for bakers and culinary enthusiasts.
A brace drill is a hand-operated tool used for drilling holes in wood and other materials. Members at a makerspace utilize it for precise drilling tasks, allowing for better control and accuracy when creating projects such as furniture, crafts, and woodworking designs. Its simple mechanics make it ideal for both beginners and experienced users.
The Portable Drill Guide is a versatile tool designed to assist with precise drilling in various materials. At a makerspace, members use it to ensure accurate hole placement and alignment, particularly in projects involving wood, metal, or plastic, enhancing the quality and consistency of their work. Its lightweight design allows for easy transportation and setup in different work areas.
A buffer for cars, boats, resin or wood table tops, etc. -Put the terrycloth bonnet on for waxing, and the wool one on for buffing. -Apply wax to the bonnet, not the surface. -Do not push on the buffer as this could burn out the motor. Let it do the work. -Wash the bonnets with soap and water when finished and let dry.
The Steamer is a versatile tool in a makerspace that utilizes steam to facilitate various tasks, such as removing wrinkles from fabric, softening materials for molding, or sanitizing surfaces. Members typically use it for projects involving textiles, crafts, or when working with certain plastics that require heat for shaping. Its ability to provide controlled steam makes it an essential resource for enhancing creativity and efficiency in hands-on projects.
The 6" Cut Off Saw is a power tool designed for precision cutting of various materials, including metal and wood. In a makerspace, members use it to create clean, straight cuts for their projects, making it an essential tool for fabricators and hobbyists working on everything from prototypes to DIY crafts.
The Stanley No. 62 SweetHeart Low Angle Jack Plane is a woodworking tool designed for smoothing and shaping wood surfaces with precision. Members at a makerspace use it to achieve a fine finish on projects, flatten boards, and create accurate joint edges, making it a versatile addition to woodworking tasks. Its low angle cutting design improves control and reduces tear-out, particularly useful for harder woods.
The Stanley No. 4 SweetHeart Smoothing Bench Plane is a hand tool designed for smoothing and finishing wood surfaces. Members at a makerspace use it to achieve a smooth, even finish on their woodworking projects, making it ideal for refining edges and surfaces on furniture or other wooden items. Its precision and ergonomic design enhance control, allowing users to create high-quality craftsmanship.
The Stanley No. 60-1/2 SweetHeart Low Angle Block Plane is a compact hand tool designed for smoothing and shaping wood surfaces. Members at a makerspace use it for precise trimming, fine adjustments, and achieving a clean finish on various wood projects, thanks to its low-angle blade that excels in various woodworking applications.
The Stanley No. 9-1/2 SweetHeart Block Plane is a versatile hand tool designed for smoothing and shaping wood surfaces. Members at a makerspace use it for fine adjustments, trimming edges, and creating precise finishes on various woodworking projects. Its compact size and lightweight design make it ideal for detailed work in both small and larger projects.
A Shelf Hole Jig is a specialized tool used in woodworking and furniture assembly to create precise, evenly spaced holes for adjustable shelving. Makerspace members utilize this tool to drill accurate holes in boards, allowing for flexible shelf placement in cabinets and other projects, ensuring professional-looking results.
Kinect for Xbox is a motion-sensing input device originally designed for gaming, which detects the user's movements and gestures. In a makerspace, members use it for projects in interactive design, virtual reality, and creative coding, allowing them to create experiences that respond to physical movement and gestures. It can also be utilized for robotics and art installations, enhancing hands-on engagement and creativity.
The Stanley No. 92 SweetHeart Shoulder/Chisel Plane is a versatile woodworking tool designed for trimming and smoothing edges, especially in joinery work. Members at the makerspace use it for creating precise, clean cuts in hardwoods and softwoods, allowing for detailed wood projects and improved craftsmanship in furniture making and cabinet work. Its adjustable blade and comfortable grip make it ideal for both beginners and experienced woodworkers.
The Dado Stack is a woodworking tool used for cutting precise grooves and mortises in various types of wood. Makerspace members typically use it to create joint connections for furniture assembly, build cabinetry, or design intricate wooden projects, enhancing their woodworking capabilities.
Miter spring clamps are versatile tools used in makerspaces to hold pieces of material together securely during cutting, glueing, or assembly. Members often utilize them for woodworking projects, ensuring accurate alignment and a firm grip while working on various shapes and angles. Their quick-release mechanism makes them easy to use and adjust as needed.
A power supply is a versatile tool that provides adjustable voltage and current to electrical components and projects. Makerspace members use it for testing circuits, powering prototypes, and experimenting with electronic devices to ensure they operate within desired specifications. Its ability to deliver controlled power makes it essential for electronics work and development.
The Happy Light by Verilux Light Therapy Lamp is a full-spectrum lighting device designed to simulate natural sunlight, helping to alleviate symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and improve mood. Members at a makerspace use it to enhance their working environment, boost energy levels during creative sessions, and increase focus while engaging in various projects.
The Veritas Ripcut Dovetail Saw is a precision hand saw designed for making clean, accurate cuts in wood, particularly for dovetail joints. Members at the makerspace use it for detailed woodworking projects, including cabinetry and furniture assembly, where precision and craftsmanship are essential. Its 14 teeth per inch (tpi) configuration provides a balance of speed and control for various cutting tasks.
The Veritas Crosscut Carcass Saw (14 tpi) is a precision hand saw designed for making clean, accurate crosscuts in wood. Members use it in the makerspace for delicate joinery and detailed woodworking projects, allowing for greater control and finesse compared to power saws. Its 14 teeth per inch design strikes a balance between smooth cutting and efficient material removal.
The Bench Plane No. 6 is a versatile woodworking tool designed for flattening and smoothing surfaces of wood. Members at a makerspace use it to create a flat reference surface, refine dimensions, and achieve a polished finish on various wood projects. Its size and weight make it effective for both small and large pieces, making it a popular choice for woodworkers of all skill levels.
