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Electronics and Microcontroller Class Slides

Water Jet Resources

Wazer Operation Instructions How to Export files for the Wazer Maintenance and troubleshooting WAM Software QCAD – for exploding shapes

What do I make!? 25 Beginner Friendly Metalworking Projects

The age-old Maker question: What can I make at the makerspace? Here are some ideas!

What do I make!? 25 Beginner Friendly Woodworking Projects

The age-old Maker question: What can I make at the makerspace? Here are some ideas!

Electronics Resources

Core Electronics – Components, guides, education and resources

Monoprinting

History of the Gelli Plate It turns out that the gel plate is not a new invention. The hectograph, gelatin duplicator or jellygraph is key to a printing process dating from the 1800s that involves transfer of an original, prepared... View Article

How to Use an Auburn Instruments PID Controller

Terminology To Fire the Kiln Display When running, the top number is the measured temperature (in Fahrenheit), and the bottom is the set value (the temperature the kiln tries to reach). Cone Firing Table for Auburn Instruments Kilns Cooling will... View Article

Basic Pottery and Ceramic Kiln Firing

Vocabulary What is happening to the clay during a Bisque Fire? What is happening to the clay during a Glaze Fire?  Before Firing: Maintenance and Troubleshooting Unloading the Kiln and Post-Firing Cleanup Before You Begin Unloading the Kiln Open the... View Article

Notes on TIG Welding Aluminium

General Notes Welder Settings Welding Process Notes

Blacksmithing – Power Hammer

A List of Inspirational Maker YouTube Channels

Amazing Makers 3D Printing Art and Fabrication Ceramics & Pottery Woodworking and Carpentry Blacksmithing Foundry and Casting Machining Repair and Reuse Science and Theory

ESP32 – WROOM Pinout Diagram

Getting Started with the ESP32

What are Microcontrollers? A “normal” computer (a laptop or desktop computer) typically runs an operating system (typically Windows, Mac OS, or a derivative of Linux) that can then run various programs to accomplish any number of tasks (web browsing, video... View Article

Wire Size and Amp Rating

Ampacity is the maximum current that a conductor can carry continuously under the conditions of use without exceeding its temperature rating. Current is measured in amperes or “amps.” You must use the correct size wire for the circuit’s current (load)... View Article

Electrical Safety Basics

Like many things in the world, our bodies are significantly affected by electricity. Our muscles are stimulated by electrical currents generated from electrochemical reactions within our bodies that are typically initiated and governed by our nervous systems. Unfortunately, because our... View Article

Free Photo Editing Software

Free Photo Editing Software Here’s a great list of free photo editing software. These are useful for graphic design, laser engraving, and screen printing! GIMP A free photo editor that’s a worthy rival to premium software Packed with advanced options... View Article

Laser Cutting Resources

Boss Operation Boss Website Make members can get Lightburn at a significant discount. Click here to get the coupon code. Inspiration & Plans Materials to Avoid PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride): PVC is commonly used in pipes, signage, and vinyl materials. When subjected... View Article

Woodshop Resources

Great how-to posts and video resources from Jonathan Katz-Moses Specifications on various wood species The Wood Database Complete Manual of Woodworking Routers Basics of router bits, feeds and speeds (also applies to CNC routers) Bandsaw How to use and choose... View Article

Intermediate Welding

Topics cover in class What is MIG Welding (GMAW)? MIG= Metal Inert Gas, GMAW= Gas Metal Arc Welding MIG welding, which stands for Metal Inert Gas welding, is a type of arc welding process used to join metal workpieces together.... View Article

The Lifecycle of Crafting a Piece of Pottery

1. Selecting the Clay The first step in pottery making is choosing the right type of clay. Clays vary in texture, color, and firing temperature. Potters select their clay based on the desired characteristics of the finished piece. Make Santa... View Article

Basic Operation of MIG Welder

To set up the machine The machine is now ready to operate. Basic Operation To shut down the machine Clean the shop!!

Laser Badge Resources

These are some resources to help get you going after taking the laser badge https://cartonus.com/ https://www.thingiverse.com/ makercase.com Remember to test your KERF!We teach a rotary attachment for the laser machines at MAKE periodically or Ask us if you don’t see... View Article

How to Read a Tape Measure

Even if math was not your strongest subject in school, you may be comforted to learn that this has little to do with mathematical calculations. Reading a tape measure combines basic fractions with understanding how marks work on today’s tape... View Article

A Beginner’s Guide to 2D Drafting for CNC Machining

2D drafting for CNC machining is a crucial skill for anyone in the manufacturing, engineering, or hobbyist space. This guide introduces the basics of creating a 2D draft that can be used for CNC machining. Step 1: Understanding Your Software... View Article