Epilog Zing 24 Laser Cutter
The Epilog Zing 24 within 200 Boston Ave is 40W. General Usage The following guide will help you use the laser cutter. A list of materials that can be laser cut can be found here. Please make sure your file is properly set up for etching ands cutting. Follow the instructions here for properly…
Aug 15 2015
Read →
Bridgeport Mill
(This is a RED ZONE Machine, Proper training and authorization is Required) Setup Set Appropriate Speed Clamp your piece securely to the Table Use Edge Finder to Zero-Out your Work Space Makes sure Appropriate tool is mounted in the Colet Safe Operation Become thoroughly familiar with the milling…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Chop Saw
(Originally from here) The Shop in Bray Lab has a Kalamazoo Wet Abrasive Cut-off Saw with a 14" wheel and 28x16" bed size that can be used to cut metal. This is dangerous piece of equipment, with a spindle that can go up to 2,200 RPM. Setup Choose correct wheel for material being cut…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Dimension 1200es
If you haven't already, please read the 3D Printing Handbook to learn the basics of 3D printing before using this machine. Also check out the CAD Handbook if you'd like to create your own 3D models from scratch. The Testing Lab within Bray Lab has one Stratasys Dimension 1200es 3D printer. File…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
DIWire CNC Wire Bender
The Mechatronics Lab within Bray Lab has one DIWire CNC Wire Bender. Size Material 1/16in Steel 1/8in Aluminum 1/8in Brass 1/8in Steel For information on the properties of these…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Drill Press
(Originally from here) The Shop in Bray Lab has a Delta DP300 Shopmaster 12-Inch Drill Press. It can drill holes in a variety of materials, including plastic, wood, and metal, depending on the bit used. Setup Prevent workpiece rotation by clamping your piece to the table Adjust height of table to…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
FlashForge Creator Pro
If you haven't already, please read the 3D Printing Handbook to learn the basics of 3D printing before using this machine. Also check out the CAD Handbook if you'd like to create your own 3D models from scratch. The FlashForge Creator Pro is a dual extrusion printer, meaning it can print using two…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Hand Tapping Machine
(Originally from here) The Shop in Bray Lab has a hand tapping machine that can be used to create threaded holes in metals like steel, brass, aluminum, or cast iron depending on the bit used. Setup Internal threading is done by using a tool called a TAP Tapping is done on a hole that is…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Horizontal Band Saw
(Originally from here) The Shop in Bray Lab has a horizontal band saw available for metal-cutting. Setup Lift Blade to place your workpiece in the vice Workpiece must be balanced on the vice (if your piece is too short use a scrap piece to balance the vice) If your work piece is long rest it on…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Jump Shear
(Originally from here) The Shop in Bray Lab has a jump shear for metalforming. Setup Adjust stop to length of cut Place piece along straight edge (against stop) Workpiece must sit flat on table Safe operation Place hands on piece away from blade guard Step firmly on foot bar (support yourself…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Lathe
(This is a RED ZONE Machine, Proper training and authorization is Required) Setup Set Appropriate Speed and Feed Makes sure Appropriate tool is mounted to the tool post Chuck up your piece REMOVE CHUCK KEY Safe Operation Press Green start button Turn on coolant spray Pull lever to begin spinning…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Othermill CNC Milling Machine
The Mechatronics Lab has an Othermill CNC Machine. This machine is ideal for milling small parts or printed circuit boards (PCBs). The workable volume on the tool is 5.5 × 4.5 × 1.6 in. Materials The materials shown below are kept in stock in the Mechatronics Lab: Beginner-friendly materials are p…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
ShopBot Desktop CNC Router
If you haven't already, please read the CNC Routing Handbook to learn the basics of CNC routing before using this machine. The ShopBot Desktop CNC router in Bray Lab is currently the only CNC router available for students to use. All students must complete Bray Lab safety training and CNC training…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Soldering Iron
Soldering irons are the hammers and nails of the electronics world; they're very common, highly useful, and they're one of the first tools you'll need to use as you learn more about electronics. Soldering irons are pretty simple, mechanically. There's a handle part and a metal pointy part, and the…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Trotec Speedy II 60W Laser Cutter
(Originally from here) The Shop in Bray Lab has a Trotec Speedy II 60 Watt Laser Cutter with a bed size of 28x16 inches. File Types The software accepts any 2D drawing. For cutting, the drawing must have vector lines with a stroke of .001 and red. Please visit the Design Programs webpage for…
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Ultimaker 2
The Tufts Crafts Center has an Ultimaker 2 that's open and available to all Tufts undergraduates. Material is also free as part of your student activities fee. More information about the Ultimaker 2 will be added soon. Contact Andy Braren if you need help sooner.
Dec 31 1969
Read →
Vertical Band Saw
(Originally from here) The Shop in Bray Lab has a vertical band saw that can be used to cut wood into custom shapes. Setup Adjust the blade guard to 1⁄4” above the work to be cut Workpiece must sit flat on table Safe Operation Always rest workpieces that are being cut on the worktable Stand bal…
Dec 31 1969
Read →