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FabLab? What is that?
A FabLab(Opens in a new tab) (from the English fabrication laboratory), sometimes also called a MakerSpace, is an open workshop with the aim of giving private individuals access to modern manufacturing processes for individual items. There are no limits to creativity - whether individualized products or spare parts that are no longer available - anything is possible!
Equipment
| Machines: | ||
| 6x | 3D printer (FDM) | Prusa i3 MK3S+ |
| 2x | 3D printer (FDM) | Prusa MINI+ |
| 1x | 3D printer (SLA) | Anycubic Photon Mono X |
| 1x | Laser cutter | Mr. Beam II dreamcut [S] |
| 1x | Sewing machine | Brother Innov-is F410 |
| 1x | Embroidery machine | Brother Innov-is 880E |
| 1x | vinyl cutter | Brother ScanNCut SDX1250 |
| 2x | 3D pens | 3Dsimo MultiPro |
| 1x | heat press | iXpress Pro |
| tools | Cordless screwdriver, files, Dremel ... | |
| Workstations: | ||
| 2x | PC workstation | PrusaSlicer, CanvasWorkspace |
| 2x | PC workstation | Solidworks, PrusaSlicer, CanvasWorkspace |
Further information about the equipment:
Service & Offer
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who is the offer for?
- For Fachhochschule Dortmund students on all working days.
- The FabLab is open to private individuals on "open evenings"
What will it cost me to use it?
- Use of the machines is free of charge.
- Materials such as fabrics, foils or similar can be purchased for a small surcharge or brought along.
- Filament is provided for a small surcharge.
How do I register?
- A course(Opens in a new tab) has been set up in Ilias for students and employees of Fachhochschule Dortmund where you can book timeslots for the machines, view information about the machines and ask questions.
What do I need if I want to 3D print something?
Steps of 3D printing:
- Idea
- Design (example program: Solidworks, Fusion 360)
- Saving as "stl.file"
- Slicing (program recommendation: PrusaSlicer)
- Start printing with the desired filament
The steps can be prepared from home or in the FabLab@FHDO
can take place. For printing, it is helpful to book a timeslot in Ilias, as the devices are very popular.
are very popular.
Where can I find room B003?
Contact
Questions?
If you have any questions, requests or other concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Drop by the FabLab@FHDO (B003) during opening hours or send an email to: fablabfh-dortmundde
