Tools we currently use in our makerspace,
Jumbo’s Maker Studio
3D Printer
Our 3D printer is the Flashforge Creator Pro. The dual extruder can be loaded with different materials. See our tutorial.
Choosing a 3D Printer:
makezine.com: 3D Printer Comparison
PCmag:_How to Buy a 3D Printer
3Dprint.com: 3D Printer Buying Guide
Beginner Guides to 3D printing:
The Ultimate 3D Printing Cheat Sheet
instructables.com/3D-Printing Basics
Resources for getting started with 3D modeling
Laser Cutter
Our laser cutter is the Epilog Zing 24. We chose this laser cutter for its bed size and ease of use along with its mac drivers.
We use Adobe Illustrator to prepare our files for laser cutting. Here is our tutorial.
Choosing a Laser Cutter:
Tips for Buying a Laser Cutter/Engraver
Guide to Buying your First Laser Cutter
Top 10 Questions to ask before buying a Laser Cutter
Software for creating laser cutter files:
Soldering
We have several Hakko soldering irons. Here is our tutorial.
More soldering guides:
Sparkfun How to Solder: Through-Hole Soldering
Adafruit Guide to Excellent Soldering
