VCU Libraries

Make use of materials, tools, and emerging technologies for hands-on exploration and participatory learning. Most makerspace resources are available when The Workshop is open. Some equipment, as described below, requires attending an orientation to become an authorized user who may then reserve makerspace resources online. Orientations attended prior to March 2020 will need to be retaken due to changes and updates.

	Makerbot Desktop Replicator 5th gen 3D printer Requires orientation Reserve equipment in advance Specs: Build volume 9.9”L x 7.8”W x 5.9”H / PLA filament only / Highest resolution: 100 microns [0.0039 inches] Compatible software: Makerbot Print Resources: Makerbot start-up guide / Manufacturer's manual
	LulzBot TAZ5 3D printer Requires orientation Reserve equipment in advance Specs: Build volume 11.7”W x 10.8”D x 9.8”H / PLA, ABS, HIPS and more filaments / Highest resolution: 75 microns [0.003 inches] Compatible software: Primarily uses Cura  Resources: Lulzbot start-up guide / Manufacturer's manual
	FormLabs Form 2 3D printer Machine is only available on a case-by-case basis after approval by Innovative Media staff.  Email theworkshop@vcu.edu with your project idea for the Formlabs Specs: Build volume 5.7” x 5.7” x 6.9” / Multiple resin options / Highest resolution: 100 microns [0.0039 inches] Compatible software: PreForm  Resources: Manufacturer's manual
	Epilog Zing 24 laser cutter/engraver  Requires orientation Reserve equipment in advance Specs: Bed area 24” x 12” / laser wattage 50 watts / vector cutting and raster engraving Compatible software: Primarily uses Adobe Illustrator Resources: Epilog Zing laser start-up guide / Manufacturer's manual
	Inventables X-Carve 1000mm milling machine  Machine is only available on a case-by-case basis after approval by Innovative Media staff. Specs: Work area 750mm x 750mm x 65mm / Material options wood, MDF, acrylic, foam core, aluminum Compatible software: Easel  Resources: Manufacturer's manual
	Singer 9960 Quantum Stylist sewing machine Requires orientation First come, first served - check out the machine at The Workshop front desk Specs: 600 stitches / automatic tension control and stitch length / up to 7mm stitch width Resources: Singer 9960 sewing machine start-up guide / Manufacturer's manual
	Singer 7285Q Sewing and Quilting Machine Requires orientation First come, first served - check out the machine at The Workshop front desk Specs: One-step buttonhole, large extension table, up to 6mm stitch width Resources: Patchwork 7285Q video tutorials / Singer 7285Q manual
	Brother 1034D serger Does not require orientation First come, first served - check out the machine at The Workshop front desk Specs: 22 built-in stitch functions for professional edge finishing Resources: Manufacturer's manual
	Brother Designio Series DZ820E embroidery machine Requires orientation Reserve equipment in advance Specs: 5x7” embroidery area / 136 built-in designs and USB port for original designs Compatible software: SewArt Resources: Brother embroidery machine start-up guide / Brother embroidery machine manual
	Silhouette Cameo electronic vinyl/paper cutting machine Does not require orientation First come, first served - check out the machine at The Workshop front desk Specs: Max cutting area 12” x 24” / Materials include vinyl, cardstock, photo paper Compatible software: Silhouette Studio Resources: Manufacturer's manual
	Axidraw drawing plotter Does not require orientation First come, first served - check out the machine at The Workshop front desk Specs: Max drawing size 9”x12” Compatible software: Inkscape Resources: Manufacturer's manual