Tools & Resources
*denotes tools that require training before using
Six (6) Polyprinter 3D printers that will create 3D objects made of ABS filament. Work area is 9"x9"x9".
The Carvey can cut through many types of materials, similar to the laser cutter. Work area is 8"x12"x1".
In the wood shop is a variety of standard power tools, including drills, impact drivers, band saws, circular saws, jigsaws, reciprocating saws, scroll saws, a planer, a miter saw, a router, a table saw, Dremel tools, drill presses, and power sanders.
All major wood shop and metal shop tools are locked after-hours for safety reasons. Ask any staff member to unlock tools.
Additional tools and materials to help complete your project including hardware, miscellaneous craft supplies, x-acto knives, hot glue guns, other adhesives, paints, stains, and more.
Includes a paint booth, vacuum former, acetone bath equipment (for smoothing 3D prints), a rotary polisher, hydrographics equipment, electroplating equipment, and a toaster oven for powder coating.
Heavy duty sewing machines, a button maker, a hydraulic press, and screen printing equipment.
A 120-Watt Full Spectrum Laser. Work area is 48"x36". Laser cutters can engrave and cut most organic and some inorganic materials.
A USCutter MH-2 Vinyl Cutter. The vinyl cutter can cut both sticker and heat transfer vinyl to make custom stickers for your laptop, signage, and custom t-shirts among other things.
The Electronics Workbench is stocked with soldering irons, solder, wire, some breadboards and other materials for prototyping circuits. We also have several different types of testing equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, and power supplies.
Programming and CAD
There are laptops available for use in the DIG if you want to learn how to code, make apps and develop websites. Whether you are working on a robotics project, an Arduino powered project, or something else, come find expertise and collaboration at the DIG.
In addition to cutting and forming, our new metal shop includes a Tormach 440 CNC mill and a Smithy 3-in-1 lathe.
Other Makerspaces
The DIG is the premier high-tech academic makerspace in the DFW area. But, sometimes you need other tools or access to different resources. If you are interested in learning more, check out this article of other resources in DFW.