Whether you are looking to cut out a prototype or make some stickers, the makerspace has you covered. We provide access to both laser cutters and vinyl cutters that can help make your ideas a reality. The equipment is open to all members of the campus community and is free to use with your materials. If you need vinyl or wood, we have supplies available at cost in the makerspace.
Laser cutters
The Makerspace features two laser cutters.
Epilog Fusion Pro Dual Source: This 80-watt CO2 and 30- watt fiber laser cutter has a 36” x 24” bed size and user-controlled resolution ranging from 75 to 1200 dpi. It can accommodate materials up to 8” tall.
Dremel Digilab LC40: This 40-watt CO2 laser cutter features an 18” x 12” bed and a resolution of up to 1000 dpi. It can accommodate materials up to 1.25” tall.
The following materials have been approved for laser cutting.
Wood
Paper/Cardboard/Paper Stock
Acrylic (No Polycarbonates)
Cloth (Natural Fibers Only)
Glass (Engrave Only)
Anodized Aluminum (Engrave Only)
All materials must be clearly identified with documentation. The Makerspace Manager must approve any other materials and may require a materials safety data sheet. The Makerspace retains the right to refuse the use of laser cutters for any unsafe or unknown materials.
Please note that the Makerspace does not sell or provide materials for the laser cutter other than 1/8 Baltic birch; users must bring in all other materials.
Using the laser cutters requires completing both Makerspace 101 and the laser cutter modules.
Roland 12” vinyl cutter (also available for check-out)
Vinyl cutters require vector-based digital files for cutting. It is highly recommended that you prepare the files in advance using Adobe Illustrator. If you need assistance preparing your files, the Maker Wranglers will help you get started.
Using the vinyl cutters requires completing both makerspace 101 and the vinyl cutter modules.