Tools Wish List

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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