Digital Tools Training

This is the basic training for use of the simpler digital rapid prototyping tools. The trainings provided here will describe how to use the following machines in the MakerSpace:

• 3d Printers

• Laser Cutters

• Vinyl Cutter

• Carvey CNC Router

• The iSense 3d Scanner

• The Peel Hi-Res 3d Scanner

Training Presentations

Read through the presentations linked below.

Using the 3d Printers

Recommended First Project - Download and print a small toy from Thingiverse or Printables.

Toy models from Thingiverse

Using the Laser Cutters

Recommended First Project - Design and make a backpack tag to be cut out of plywood.

Luggage tag made on laser cutter.

Using the Vinyl Cutter

Recommended First Project - Make a sticker of a personal selfie.

Using the Carvey CNC Router

Recommended First Project - Make a personal crest for yourself or your family.

Using the portable iSense 3d Scanner

Using the Peel Hi-Res 3d Scanner

Recommended First Project - Get a friend to help you scan your head.

Head scan using the iSense scanner.