Forgot an important detail about machine software, or looking to double-check your safety precautions? These instructions are the same ones used to teach workshops at the IRL, so you can look back and check your work in case you’ve lost your copy.
Machine Instructions @ IRL2
Your route to expression.Machine Instructions – Authorization Required
The following workshop syllabi are meant to supplement the work of authorized students and serve as helpful reminders. Reading them is NOT a substitute for hands-on experience with an IRL employee in an authorization workshop.
Students found using any of the below equipment without required authorization will be asked to leave the IRL. Repeat offenses will result in a ban from the space.
3D Printing
- Lulzbot Mini Intro to 3D Printing Workshop
- Prusa i3 MK2S 3D Printing Workshop
- You may not use the Prusa i3 MK2S printers without taking this workshop, even if you’ve been authorized on the Lulzbot Minis
- Formlabs Form2 SLA 3D Printing Workshop
- You may not use the Form2 without taking this workshop, even if you’ve been authorized on other 3D printers here
Laser Cutting
- Full Spectrum Laser Cutter Workshop
- This workshop applies to both the 40W Hobby and 90W Pro, but be mindful of size and settings differences, and ask for help if you need it
CNC Milling
- CNC Router Workshop
- V-Bit Carving with the CNC Router Workshop
- This workshop showcases another carving technique and requires no additional authorization
Wood Shop
- Woodshop Workshop Part 1
- Any students found using woodshop tools without proper authorization are subject to bans from the space
Machine Instructions – Authorization NOT Required
The following machines and areas of making do not require authorization. You are free to read the following syllabi and attempt to use the equipment without attending a workshop. Just remember to ask for help if you get stuck!
Vinyl Cutting
- Vinyl Cutting Workshop
- Covers both Silhouette CAMEO and USCutter 871-MKS
- Heat-Transfer Workshop