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Camosun Makerspaces

Makerspace Technology

3D Printers

  

 

Bambu X1 Carbon - FDM 3D Printer

  • Multi colour and multi material capability
  • High quality printing with Lidar resolution
  • Dual auto bed leveling
  • PLA , PLA Silk+ and TPU Materials

Formlabs Form 3B - Resin 3D Printer

  • Fast speed,
  • Highest resolution and accuracy,
  • Sharpest detail
  • Smooth surface finishes 

 

  

Cutting and Engraving

Muse 3D - Laser Cutter and Engraver

  • Removable floor to engrave on material larger than the internal work area
  • Motorized autofocus
  • Cuts up to 1/4 inch material
  • Engraves up to 1000 dpi resolution 

Roland GS2-24 - Vinyl Cutter

  • GS2-24 is perfect for crafters and makers.
  • Cuts quickly and accurately.
  • Made for cutting intricate designs from a wide range of materials
  • Plug-ins to work with Adobe Creative Suite 
   

 

Recording Equipment

DSLR - EOS R50  Borrow (3-5 days)
RODE Headphones - NTH 100 Borrow (3-5 days)
Shure Microphone - MV7+ Borrow (3-5 days)
Vocaster Two Studio Kit Borrow (3-5 days)
Ring Light w/ Tripod Borrow (3-5 days)
AKAI MIDI Keyboard Borrow (3-5 days)
DJI Gimbal Borrow (3-5 days)
360 Camera - Richo Theta Borrow (3-5 days)

 

Sewing Equipment, Supplies and Accessories

Brother Sewing/Embroidery/Quilting Machine
Orientation Required - Makerspace Learning Hub
Singer Sewing/Quilting Machine
Orientation Required - Makerspace Learning Hub
Iron
Safety Orientation Required
Ironing Board
 
Fabric Rulers
 
Sewing Kit (Scissors, Pins, Thread, etc.
 
Kitting Machine 48, 40, 22 Needle - Medium
 
   

Knitting Machine Wool

The smaller weights can result in a more loosely-knit stitch and the heavier yarn may be too bulky and potentially jam the machine. When determining the type of yarn, we need to consider the following aspects:

  • Size 4 worsted yarns: Recommended for their ability to produce a tighter stitch, making them ideal for machine knitting. 
  • Medium or worsted weight yarns (rated as 4) for the Sentro
  • Material: Soft materials are more suitable for the knitting machine's operation, Diverse yarn materials and textures, such as acrylic yarn, offer various options. 

DIY & Drop-in Technology

Unlock access to all tools by completing the Safety Orientation (5 Mins)

3D Pen

 Manuals & Guides
Button Maker   
Hydroponic Kit  
Piano - Yamaha  
Guitar - Yamaha  
PC's  

Lego

  

Painting Supplies

  
   

Software

Software on Makerspace Computers
Adobe CS Graphic Design, Photography and Video editing.
AutoDesk 3D Modelling and Rendering
Blender 3D Modelling and Rendering
InkScape (InkStitch) Graphic Design (Embroidery)
Bambu Studio 3D Printer Software
Roland Design Cut Studio Vinyl Cutter Software

 

Borrowing 

Borrowing Equipment 

  • Only current students, faculty and staff with a valid library registered ID may check out Makerspace Equipment. 

  • Please remember to save your electronic files onto your own storage device before you return the equipment. 

  • Users must adhere to all Camosun College rules, regulations and guidelines. 

  • Never leave the equipment unattended and handle the equipment with care. Equipment borrowers assume full responsibility for damage, loss or theft. If damage occurs or the equipment is incomplete upon return, charges for repair and/or replacement will be imposed against the borrower.  Charges for lost items may vary with amounts averaging $1000.00.

Returning 

Return items directly to the Makerspace during operating hours or to the Library (INT or LANS) after Makerspace hours. 

Pricing 

Materials and Supplies Cost

We are here to support the Camosun community in curricular and extracurricular projects at no cost.  We charge a nominal fee for prototyping materials for 3D print and Laser cutting. Take a look at our pricing model to determine what your next project might cost. 

Pricing Lists

Preferred File Types: .STL or .OBJ for 3D models
Machine  Process Material Cost
Bambu 3D Printer PLA, TPU, PLA Silk $0.10/g (First 2hrs - Free)
FormLabs 3+ 3D Printer Resin $0.25/ml
3D Doodler  3D Pen PLA Free

 

Preferred File Types: .SVG, .PDF or .JPEG for 3D models
Machine  Process Material Cost
Muse 3D - CO2 Laser Laser Cutting Birch Wood 2 - 12 per sheet

Materials Guide

CO2 lasers are widely used in the cutting and engraving industry due to their versatility, precision, and ability to cut through a variety of materials. The following are some of the materials that can be cut by a CO2 laser:

Safe Materials

Sourced from: fslaser.com
Materials Cut Engrave
Acrylic ✓ ✓
Coated Metals × ✓
Fabric ✓ ✓
Glass × ✓
Leather ✓ ✓
Paper ✓ ✓
Rubber ✓ ✓
Stone × ✓
Wood ✓ ✓

Hazards - Unsafe Materials

There are some materials that are forbidden to be cut by a CO2 laser due to safety concerns. These materials include:
  • PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride): PVC contains chlorine, which when exposed to a laser can produce harmful chlorine gas that can be hazardous to health.
  • Polycarbonate: When cut with a CO2 laser, polycarbonate can release toxic fumes that can be harmful to health.
  • ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene): ABS can produce toxic fumes when cut with a CO2 laser, which can be hazardous to health.
  • Fiberglass: Fiberglass contains a resin that can emit toxic fumes when cut with a CO2 laser.
  • Carbon Fiber: Carbon fiber can produce toxic fumes when cut with a CO2 laser.
  • Teflon: Teflon can release toxic gases when cut with a CO2 laser.
  • Any material that contains Chlorine or Fluorine: These materials can produce toxic gases when cut with a CO2 laser.

It is important to note that cutting these materials with a CO2 laser can be hazardous to health and can cause damage to the laser system.

Therefore, it is crucial to be aware of the materials that should not be cut with a CO2 laser and to take necessary precautions to ensure safety.

Contact us to ensure that the material you want to cut is safe to be cut with a CO2 laser.
Prices may vary depending on your needs
Roll Vinyl (24" wide)  $12.00 per 24"
Heat Transfer Vinyl (18" wide) $18.00 per 24"

Sheets (First sheet free)

 $1.50 per sheet

Transfer Paper (12" x 24")

 $3.0 per 24"

Prices may vary depending on your needs
Button Supplies (50) $5.00

Templates

Commitment 

3D Printing, Vinyl, Laser cutting 

We are committed to ensuring your project is produced with optimal success so let our skilled and experienced team ensure our prototyping equipment is safe to operate and your project is created well.  Benefits: Reduce material waste, equitable printing queue, provide you with a clear picture of what it would take to bring your design to life.