Tools Wish List

This wiki page lists a number of tools which we would be interested in making available for use in the space, but which do not currently exist. See the Inventory page for a list of all of the tools which do exist.

Desirable Tools (for later or dedicated pledges)

Hand Tools

• boltcutters
• sheet metal brake
• sheet metal shears/guillotine
• rivet gun
• lockpick set
• crowbar
• socket/ratchet wrench set

Measurement/layout tools

• Infrared Thermometer
• Digital kitchen scale
• Digital microscope (USB)

Power tools

• evolution rage saw
• band saw, horizontal
• band saw, vertical
• scrollsaw
• jigsaw
• metal lathe (+ tooling!)
• metal milling machine (+ tooling!)
• air compressor

Electronics Test and Measurement

• cheap soldering irons+holders - available in space (more for workshops?)
• regulated powersupply (arnd: I have a 19" version; analog , 2x35V 2A OR 1x70V 2A OR 1*35V 2A; large but stable)
• workbench power supply (variable voltage) - A dedicated pledge drive is underway.
• braided desoldering wire
• Multimeters (several) (see ALDI point)
• Bus pirate?
• Logic analyzer?

Digital Fabrication

• 3D printer -Two pledge drives are underway: Prusai3 and Ultimaker
• Router/XY-CNC
• Laser cutter
• PCB etching/cutting?

Space Infrastructure

• Solid workbench (for mounting vises, using with lathe/mill/grinder, standing height, not sitting)
• Stools (tall, for "standing" bench)
• Shop Vacuum (separate from one used for "clean" space)
• Large Whiteboard
• Projector/beamer
• Cutting mats
• Big box of legos :-)
• Toolbox, rolling w/ drawers?
• Ladder
• Rechargeable batteries (AAA, AA, perhaps others???) and charger

Welding/Brazing/Soldering

• 2 soldering stations on loan available

Woodworking

• TODO