FabLab Area

General Information

MakeICT's FabLab is an open 300 sq ft area dedicated to fabrication and rapid prototyping. Members can test ideas and concepts before moving on to more expensive materials or processes, or simply enjoy the creative process of making.

If you have any issues with FabLab equipment, please e-mail fablab@makeict.org.

Access Policy

3D Printers and Foam Cutter

• Use of the 3D printers and the Foam Cutter require peer authorization. Visit the 3D Printing and Foam Cutter pages for details.

Laser Cutter

• Use of the Laser Cutter requires authorization by an approved instructor. Classes will be offered on a regular basis for those who need them. Visit the Laser Cutter page for details.

All Equipment

• Equipment requiring authorization may be operated by an unauthorized user only under the direct supervision of an authorized user.

Approved by the board on February 5, 2017

FabLab Area Safety

1. Do not use any machine you are not trained on and comfortable using. If at any time you are unsure of what you are doing, stop immediately and ask for help.
2. Do not use any machine that is not in good working order. Stop, unplug and leave a note on the machine and notify FabLab leadership.
3. Never assume a tool is properly adjusted; always check the tool prior to use.
4. Never modify or hack any equipment.
5. If something is wrong, leave a note in an obvious place on the troubled equipment and e-mail fablab@makeict.org.

Equipment List

Picture	What	Manufacturer	Model	Status	Resources
	3D Printer	SeeMeCNC	Rostock Max V2	Operational	MakeICT resources Rostock Max V2 External resources
	3D Printer	James Lancaster	RepRap Prusa Mendel	Operational	MakeICT resources RepRap Prusa Mendel External resources RepRap.org source
	3D Printer	Ultimaker	Ultimaker 2	Operational	MakeICT resources Ultimaker 2 External resources Overview Specs Troubleshooting
	Foam Cutter	Tom McGuire	Foam Cutting Machine	Operational	Foam Cutting Machine
	Kinect Scanner	Microsoft	Kinect	Operational	Kinect Scanner
	Turntable for Kinect	James Lancaster	Turntable	Operational	Kinect Scanner
	Graphtec Plotter/Vinyl Cutter	Graphtec	FC2200	Setting up	Graphtec Plotter
	Laser Cutter	Rabbit Laser	QX1290	Operational	MakeICT resources Laser Cutter External resources Manuals QX1290 Specs