Tinkering Corner

Tinkering Corner is an activity space for undergraduate students to tinker. The space is equipped with tools for light prototyping work. With equipment such as laser cutting and vacuum forming machine, its usage is supervised by a Lab Executive.
Seating Capacity: 48
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Equipment

For loaning supplies, please check the Loan System page.
See Loan System
Soldering stations

2 x Weller WT1H
2 x Weller WE1010

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3D printers

Tiertime UP300

The Tiertime UP300 3D printer features interchangeable print heads and build plates for different materials. It also has a dual filtration system that helps to reduce toxic emissions.
  • Maximum build volume: 205 mm × 255 mm × 225 mm (W x D x H)
  • Materials: ABS, PLA
Read 3D Printer 101

TwoTrees SP-5

The TwoTrees SP-5 is a CoreXY printer that features a large printing area.
  • Maximum build volume: 240 mm × 300 mm × 300 mm (W x D x H)
  • Materials: PLA
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Projet MJP 2500 Plus

With its advanced MultiJet Printing (MJP) technology, the ProJet MJP 2500 Plus offers high-resolution and high-speed 3D printing capabilities. It is compatible with a wide range of materials, allowing it to produce both rigid and elastomeric parts with accuracy.
  • Maximum build volume: 294 mm × 211 mm × 144 mm (W x D x H)
  • HD Mode: 800 x 900 x 790 DPI; 32 µ layers
  • UHD Mode: 1600 x 900 x 790 DPI; 32 μ layers
  • Materials: VisiJet® M2R-CL
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Vacuum former

Formech 508DT

The Formech 508DT is a user-friendly desktop machine with the power and capability to form more demanding shapes and materials.
  • Mold size: 450 mm × 400 mm x 250 mm
  • Materials: ABS, Acrylic (PMMA)
  • Material size: 490 mm x 450 mm
  • Maximum material thickness: 5 mm
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Cutting machine

Cricut Maker 3

The Cricut Maker 3 is capable of cutting various materials from paper and fabric to leather and balsa wood.
  • Maximum cut size: 330 mm × 3600 mm
  • Materials: Vinyl, Smart Iron-On, Cardstock, Plywood, Fabric, etc.
  • Maximum material thickness: 2.4 mm
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Sewing & embroidery machine

Brother Innov-is NV2700

The Brother Innov-is NV2700 has a large embroidery area and ensures perfect needle positioning by using a crosshair LED pointer.
  • Embroidery area: 160 mm × 260 mm
  • 291 built-in stitches design
  • 13 built-in embroidery fonts
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Laser cutter

Epilog Fusion Pro 36

Epilog Fusion Pro 36 is a high-quality laser engraving & cutting machine with a substantial work area and advanced CO2 laser technology.
  • Work Area: 914 mm x 610 mm
  • Laser Power: 100W
  • Engraving Resolution: 75 - 1200 dpi
  • Material Compatibility: Acrylic, wood
  • Software: CorelDRAW
  • File Transfer: Wired connection