Outfitting a makerspace can include purchases in software, hardware, tools, audio/video equipment and more. Below are just a few of the possibilities.
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Arduino
Arduino is an open-source microcontroller and electronics prototyping platform. The hardware and software are easy to use and teach the basics of electronic circuits. Artists, designers and hobbyists use Arduino for all kinds of electronic applications. Using electronic components, like motors and sensors, a light-seeking robot can be made.
Arduino Starter Kit $124.95
Arduino is an open-source microcontroller and electronics prototyping platform. The hardware and software are easy to use and teach the basics of electronic circuits. Artists, designers and hobbyists use Arduino for all kinds of electronic applications. Using electronic components, like motors and sensors, a light-seeking robot can be made.
Arduino Starter Kit $124.95
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E-textiles
E-textiles are fabric and clothes embedded with lights and sound. Additionally the lights can be tied to sensors so that they respond to carbon dioxide levels, heartbeat, light or touch. A microcontroller board designed for wearables and textiles is sewn to fabric with conductive thread. With basic programming you can make hand-washable clothes that light up when you move.
Flora Wearable electronic platform: Arduino compatible $24.95
E-textiles are fabric and clothes embedded with lights and sound. Additionally the lights can be tied to sensors so that they respond to carbon dioxide levels, heartbeat, light or touch. A microcontroller board designed for wearables and textiles is sewn to fabric with conductive thread. With basic programming you can make hand-washable clothes that light up when you move.
Flora Wearable electronic platform: Arduino compatible $24.95
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Raspberry pi
The Raspberry Pi is a low cost, credit card sized computer that plugs into a computer monitor or TV, and uses a standard keyboard and mouse. It enables people to explore computing, and to learn how to program in languages like Scratch and Python. It’s capable of doing everything you’d expect a desktop computer to do, from browsing the internet and playing high-definition video, to making spreadsheets, word-processing, and playing games.
Raspberry Pi Model B 512 MB RAM $39.95
The Raspberry Pi is a low cost, credit card sized computer that plugs into a computer monitor or TV, and uses a standard keyboard and mouse. It enables people to explore computing, and to learn how to program in languages like Scratch and Python. It’s capable of doing everything you’d expect a desktop computer to do, from browsing the internet and playing high-definition video, to making spreadsheets, word-processing, and playing games.
Raspberry Pi Model B 512 MB RAM $39.95
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CNC Mill
CNC Mills use computer controls to cut different materials. They are able to translate programs consisting of specific number and letters to move the spindle to various locations and depths. Many use G-code, which is a widely-used programming language that many CNC machines understand; others use proprietary languages created by their manufacturers. Using rotary cutters, they produce precise sizes and shapes.
Desktop CNC Mill Kit - Shapeoko 2 $649
CNC Mills use computer controls to cut different materials. They are able to translate programs consisting of specific number and letters to move the spindle to various locations and depths. Many use G-code, which is a widely-used programming language that many CNC machines understand; others use proprietary languages created by their manufacturers. Using rotary cutters, they produce precise sizes and shapes.
Desktop CNC Mill Kit - Shapeoko 2 $649
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Laser Cutter
Laser cutters use a laser to cut or engrave paper, acrylic, wood or aluminum. Using a digital design file, a computer directs a high-power laser at the material. The material then melts, burns or vaporizes leaving an edge with a high-quality finish.
New Hobby Laser $3499
Laser cutters use a laser to cut or engrave paper, acrylic, wood or aluminum. Using a digital design file, a computer directs a high-power laser at the material. The material then melts, burns or vaporizes leaving an edge with a high-quality finish.
New Hobby Laser $3499
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Vinyl to mp3 Turntable
An mp3 turntable converts vinyl records to digital formats. The software also cleans and restores recordings. This plug and play device connects to a computer with a USB.
Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB Direct-Drive Professional Turntable $237.37
An mp3 turntable converts vinyl records to digital formats. The software also cleans and restores recordings. This plug and play device connects to a computer with a USB.
Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB Direct-Drive Professional Turntable $237.37
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Mixing Console
A mixing console, also known as an audio mixer, mixing desk or soundboard, is an electronic device for combining, mixing or routing audio signals. It can also be used to change the levels, timber or dynamics of audio signals.
Soundcraft GB4-24 Mixing Console $1999
A mixing console, also known as an audio mixer, mixing desk or soundboard, is an electronic device for combining, mixing or routing audio signals. It can also be used to change the levels, timber or dynamics of audio signals.
Soundcraft GB4-24 Mixing Console $1999
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Adobe Creative Cloud
Adobe Creative Cloud has replaced Adobe Creative Suite. It is software for graphic design, video editing, web development and photography. Available by subscription, this cloud service is downloaded on a PC and used as long as subscription valid. Institutional access, dependent on size, might be a monthly or a term-based license.
Adobe Creative Cloud has replaced Adobe Creative Suite. It is software for graphic design, video editing, web development and photography. Available by subscription, this cloud service is downloaded on a PC and used as long as subscription valid. Institutional access, dependent on size, might be a monthly or a term-based license.
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Wacom Intuos Pen and Touch tablet
Creative software is included in these tablets made for art, fashion, product or graphic design. The pressure sensitive pen feels natural and can mimic pencils, chalk, ink or a paintbrush. It is useful for film, animation and 3D development. The tablet connects to a computer via a USB.
Wacom Intuos Pen and Touch Medium Tablet $199
Creative software is included in these tablets made for art, fashion, product or graphic design. The pressure sensitive pen feels natural and can mimic pencils, chalk, ink or a paintbrush. It is useful for film, animation and 3D development. The tablet connects to a computer via a USB.
Wacom Intuos Pen and Touch Medium Tablet $199
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Dell Precision Mobile Workstation
Dell Precision Mobile Workstations are laptops capable of professional grade graphics, design and animated 2D/3D modeling. It smoothly runs applications like Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud, Dassault Systemes Solidworks, and more.
Dell Precision M2800 Workstation $1199
Dell Precision Mobile Workstations are laptops capable of professional grade graphics, design and animated 2D/3D modeling. It smoothly runs applications like Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud, Dassault Systemes Solidworks, and more.
Dell Precision M2800 Workstation $1199
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3D Printer
A 3D printer uses melted plastic to produce tangible objects designed on a computer. The plastic is similar to the plastic that is used for making Legos. There are 3D printers that use other materials like metal or plaster; some machines will even print food or human tissue. The files used to print 3D objects are .stl files.
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Makerbot Replicator2 $1999
A 3D printer uses melted plastic to produce tangible objects designed on a computer. The plastic is similar to the plastic that is used for making Legos. There are 3D printers that use other materials like metal or plaster; some machines will even print food or human tissue. The files used to print 3D objects are .stl files.
More about 3D printing in Libraries
Makerbot Replicator2 $1999
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3D Scanner
A 3D scanner scans objects and creates 3D models that are ready to 3D print. Scans from multiple angles are seamlessly combined. Once scanned, the files can be modified. Usage does not require sophisticated design or modeling skills.
Makerbot Digitizer $799
A 3D scanner scans objects and creates 3D models that are ready to 3D print. Scans from multiple angles are seamlessly combined. Once scanned, the files can be modified. Usage does not require sophisticated design or modeling skills.
Makerbot Digitizer $799
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3D Modeling Software & CAD software
Creating a new design requires knowledge of Computer Assisted Drawing (CAD) and 3D modeling software. 3D modeling software creates a mathematical representation of the surface of objects. CAD software, widely used by engineers and architects, helps with design, visualization and performance simulation. Video tutorials that accompany CAD programs can be of assistance. There is freeware, free and open-source and commercial software.
Creating a new design requires knowledge of Computer Assisted Drawing (CAD) and 3D modeling software. 3D modeling software creates a mathematical representation of the surface of objects. CAD software, widely used by engineers and architects, helps with design, visualization and performance simulation. Video tutorials that accompany CAD programs can be of assistance. There is freeware, free and open-source and commercial software.