Makerspace

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.

	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
	Raise3D N2+ Dual Extruder 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 Raise3D N2+ Specs: Build volume 12”W x 12”D x 24”H / PLA, ABS, PETG, Nylon and other filaments / Highest resolution: 10 microns [0.0004 inches] Compatible software: uses Raise3D’s ideaMaker Resources: Manufacturer's manual
	MakerBot Carbon Fiber Method X 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 MakerBot Method X Specs: Build volume 6.0”W x 7.5”D x 7.75”H / PLA, ABS, PETG, Nylon, Carbon Fiber and other filaments / Highest resolution: 20 microns [0.0008 inches] Compatible software: uses MakerBot Print, MakerBot Mobile Resources: Manufacturer's manual
	Prusa SL1S SPEED resin 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 Prusa SL1S Specs: Build volume 5” x 3.15” x 5.9” / Multiple resin options / Highest resolution: 10 microns [0.0004 inches] Compatible software: PrusaSlicer 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
	Juki TL-2010Q sewing machine Requires orientation First come, first served - check out the machine at The Workshop front desk Specs: sewing speed control, 200 to 1500 stitches per minute / automatic tension control and adjustable stitch length / up to 6mm stitch length / work area of up to 23 inches (w/ auxiliary table attached) 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
	Juki Pearl Line MO-654DE 2/3/4 Thread Serger Does not require orientation First come, first served - check out the machine at The Workshop front desk Has built-in rolled hemming and performs all the popular overlock and flatlock variations Resources: Manufacturer's 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