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MAKERSPACE RESOURCE INFORMATION

3D Printing

What is it?

The library's printers create objects by laying down many thin layers of plastic. You can design your own 3D model or find a file online that someone else has already created.

How do I get started?

Let library staff know that you're interested and if you have any ideas about what you'd like to print.
Use tinkercad.com to learn how to create a model OR find something already created on thingiverse.com.
Let staff know that you've got a model you want to print and select a color.
We'll take a look at what you've got, suggest improvements if needed and start the job.
Pay for the print at the library's checkout desk. Prints cost $.20/gram.
Depending on the complexity and size, prints can take several hours or days to complete. We'll contact you when it's ready to pick up!

Additional Information:

The library's 3D printers use STL files and have a maximum print size of 11 x 11 x 9.5 inches.

Laser Engraving

What is it?

The library's FusionMaker can engrave images on and cut through wood, plexiglass and leather.

How do I get started?

Let library staff know that you're interested in laser engraving or cutting and give them a rough idea of what you'd like to do.
We'll get you started with material selection and design using library software.
Once you think you're ready, let staff know so we can look at what you've got, suggest improvements if needed and start the job.
We have materials available for purchase or, bring in your own items to engrave for $5 per 15 minutes. If you bring something from home, it cannot be treated with any stains or paints and has to fit on the cutting/engraving bed.
Depending on the complexity and size, laser engraving can take minutes or hours to complete. We'll contact you when it's ready to pick up!

Additional Information:

The library's FusionMaker uses SVG files and many fonts are included in the software used to prepare each job. The machine is most effective at cutting materials 1/8" thick but can cut up to 1/4" thick. The working area is 12" x 24". Objects to be engraved must be a mostly flat surface of 7" in height or shorter.

Vinyl Printing

What is it?

The library's vinyl printer/cutter can help you create custom color logos, lettering, stickers and signs.

How do I get started?

Let library staff know that you're interested and if you have any ideas about what you'd like to create.
If you brought files with you, we can help you upload them into the software. If you don’t have files, we’ll help you get started searching online.
Vinyl cutting is generally very fast and should be completed in a few minutes unless the job is very large. In that case, we'll contact you when it's ready.
Vinyl printing & cutting costs $6 per linear foot of material used.

Additional Information:

The maximum width for a cut is 18 inches.

Large Format Printing

What is it?

Large format printing can be used to create posters, banners, and prints up to 24 inches wide and of almost unlimited length.

How do I get started?

Let library staff know that you're interested and if you have any ideas about what you'd like to print.
If you brought files with you, we can help you upload them into the software. If you don’t have files, we’ll help you get started searching online.
Let staff know that you're ready to print and we'll look at what you've got, suggest changes if needed and get the print started.
Large format printing costs $5.00/foot. Pay for the print at the library's checkout desk.
Most prints should be done in a matter of minutes.

Additional Information:

The large format printer can print files up to 24 inches across on both lightweight and heavyweight paper. The library has Adobe InDesign and Illustrator to help format and design prints.

Create your own designs using

Lamination

What is it?

The laminator can cover documents, photos, and posters with a protective plastic film.

How do I get started?

Let library staff know that you're interested in having an item or items laminated.
We’ll make sure the machine is prepped and at temperature to laminate your documents.
Most laminating should be finished within a matter of minutes.
Single 8.5X11 lamination sheets cost $1 each or the large roll laminator costs $1 per linear foot of laminate used.

Additional Information:

The laminator can be used for flat objects up to 24 inches across.

Other Resources

The library also has a collection of tools, supplies and instructions available for do-it-yourself projects.

Design Software
Sewing Machine
Iron
Soldering Irons
Knitting needles/Crochet hooks
Embroidery Hoops
Jewelry making tools
Stamp making tools
Leather Working tools
Heat Gun

MAKERSPACE RESOURCE INFORMATION

3D Printing

What is it?

The library's printers create objects by laying down many thin layers of plastic. You can design your own 3D model or find a file online that someone else has already created.

How do I get started?

1. Let library staff know that you're interested and if you have any ideas about what you'd like to print.
2. Use tinkercad.com to learn how to create a model OR find something already created on thingiverse.com.
3. Let staff know that you've got a model you want to print and select a color.
4. We'll take a look at what you've got, suggest improvements if needed and start the job.
5. Pay for the print at the library's checkout desk. Prints cost $.20/gram.
6. Depending on the complexity and size, prints can take several hours or days to complete. We'll contact you when it's ready to pick up!

Additional Information

The library's 3D printers use STL files and have a maximum print size of 11 x 11 x 9.5 inches.

Laser Engraving

What is it?

The library's FusionMaker can engrave images on and cut through wood, plexiglass and leather.

How do I get started?

1. Let library staff know that you're interested in laser engraving or cutting and give them a rough idea of what you'd like to do.
2. We'll get you started with material selection and design using library software.
3. Once you think you're ready, let staff know so we can look at what you've got, suggest improvements if needed and start the job.
4. We have materials available for purchase or, bring in your own items to engrave for $5 per 15 minutes. If you bring something from home, it cannot be treated with any stains or paints and has to fit on the cutting/engraving bed.
5. Depending on the complexity and size, laser engraving can take minutes or hours to complete. We'll contact you when it's ready to pick up!

Additional Information

The library's FusionMaker uses SVG files and many fonts are included in the software used to prepare each job. The machine is most effective at cutting materials 1/8" thick but can cut up to 1/4" thick. The working area is 12" x 24". Objects to be engraved must be a mostly flat surface of 7" in height or shorter.

Vinyl Printing

What is it?

The library's vinyl cutter can help you create custom logos, lettering, stickers and signs.

How do I get started?

1. Let library staff know that you're interested and if you have any ideas about what you'd like to cut.
2. If you brought files with you, we can help you upload them into the software. If you don’t have files, we’ll help you get started searching online.
3. Vinyl cutting is generally very fast and should be completed in a few minutes unless the job is very large. In that case, we'll contact you when it's ready.
4. Vinyl printing & cutting costs $6 per linear foot of material used.

Additional Information

The library's vinyl cutter works with SVG files, but it may be possible to convert other file types as well. Vinyl is available in a variety of colors and the maximum width for a cut is 18 inches.

Large Format Printing

What is it?

Large format printing can be used to create posters, banners, and prints up to 24 inches wide and of almost unlimited length.

How do I get started?

1. Let library staff know that you're interested and if you have any ideas about what you'd like to print.
2. If you brought files with you, we can help you upload them into the software. If you don’t have files, we’ll help you get started searching online.
3. Let staff know that you're ready to print and we'll look at what you've got, suggest changes if needed and get the print started.
4. Large format printing costs $5.00/foot. Pay for the print at the library's checkout desk.
5. Most prints should be done in a matter of minutes.

Additional Information

The large format printer can print files up to 24 inches across on both lightweight and heavyweight paper. The library has Adobe InDesign and Illustrator to help format and design prints.

Create your own designs using Canva!

Lamination

What is it?

The laminator can cover documents, photos, and posters with a protective plastic film.

How do I get started?

1. Let library staff know that you're interested in having an item or items laminated.
2. We’ll make sure the machine is prepped and at temperature to laminate your documents.
3. Most laminating should be finished within a matter of minutes.
4. Single 8.5X11 lamination sheets cost $1 each or the large roll laminator costs $1 per linear foot of laminate used.

Additional Information

The laminator can be used for flat objects up to 24 inches across.

Other Resources

The library also has a collection of tools, supplies and instructions available for do-it-yourself projects.

- Design Software
- Sewing Machine
- Iron
- Soldering Irons
- Knitting needles/Crochet hooks
- Embroidery Hoops
- Jewelry making tools
- Stamp making tools
- Leather Working tools
- Heat Gun

MAKERSPACE RESOURCE INFORMATION

3D Printing

Laser Engraving

Vinyl Printing

Large Format Printing

Lamination

Other Resources

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