Machine information

The UW Bothell Collaboratory offers a diverse array of equipment to support your creative and academic projects. From 3D printers and laser cutters to CNC mills and sewing machines, our tools are designed to facilitate innovation across various disciplines. Whether you’re crafting prototypes, engaging in digital fabrication, or exploring new artistic endeavors, the Collaboratory provides the resources and training necessary to bring your ideas to life.

3D printers

Software & resources

Bambu Labs X1 Carbon

  • Bed Size: 10.08 (x) x 10.08 (y) x 10.08 (z) inches | 256 (x) x 256 (y) x 256 (z) mm
  • Uses 1.75mm filament
  • Both X1 Carbons are enclosed and have air filters

Bambu Labs H2D

  • Bed Size: 12.8 (x) x 12.6 (y) x 12.8 (z) inches | 325*320*325 mm³
  • Uses 1.75mm filament
  • Dual-nozzle capability
  • Laser engraving, pen plotting, and cutting blade modules available
  • Fully enclosed with air filters
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Laser cutters

Software

  • Adobe Illustrator (paid subscription, available for free in Collaboratory)
  • Adobe Photoshop (optional)
  • Inkscape (free alternative to Adobe Illustrator)

Universal Laser Systems PLS 6.75

  • The Blue Laser Cutter
    • Bed size: 32 (x) 18 (y) 9 (z) inches | 812.8 (x) 457.2 (y) 228.6 (z) millimeters

Workable materials

For cutting, material should be around 1/2 or less in thickness.

  • Plywood
  • Acrylic
  • Vinyl
  • Foam Board
  • Cardboard
  • Paper
  • Glass (engraving only)
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CNC mills

Software

Drill bit types and sizes

  • 1″ Bits
    • Surfacing Bit
  • 1/8″ Bits
    • Straight (2 Flute)
    • Upcut (1, 2, and 3 Flutes)
    • Ball Nose (2 Flute)
    • Downcut (2 Flute)
  • 1/16″ Bits
    • Upcut (2 Flute)
    • Downcut (2 Flute)
  • 1/32″ Bits
    • Upcut (2 Flute)
    • Downcut (2 Flute)
  • Assorted PCB Cutting bits

Workable materials

  • Wood & MDF
  • Plastics
    • ExpaNded PVC
    • Acrylic
    • ABS
    • Delrin
  • Carbon Fiber
  • Machinable Foam
  • Machinable Wax
  • Aluminum
  • PCB
  • Corian
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Other Machines

Cricut Maker 3

Software: Cricut Design Space

  • Good for vinyl cutting/sticker making, card making, foil transfer, and fabric cutting
  • You can cut sheets with a diameter of up to 12 inches. A wide variety of colors will be provided at the Collaboratory for you to choose from.
  • The longest routing bit we have can only cut 0.8 inches deep

Button Makers

The Collaboratory has two button makers

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