• Prusa MK4 (3)

3D Printers are available by reservation at all makerspace locations. Walk-ins are permitted, but usage of the machine cannot be guaranteed. To reserve a 3D printer, please visit our equipment reservation page. 3D printers allow people to create physical objects from three-dimensional models. PPLD's printers use a process that heats and lays down thin layers of plastic on top of each other. PPLD provides a variety of filament types and colors for use with our 3D printers at a low cost. Patrons are not allowed to bring outside filament for use with PPLD machines.

A few things you can make:

• prototypes
• replacement parts
• jewelry and accessories
• game pieces and toys

These machines require badging before use. Badging can be done virtually. For more information and to get badged, visit our LibGuide on 3D printing.

• Epilog Laser Helix - 75 Watt (1)

The laser machines at PPLD are available for cutting and engraving a variety of materials to make items with a high level of accuracy and detail. The library does not provide materials for the lasers; here are some things you can bring to use with them:

• Cutting and engraving: Wood, cork, matboard, cardboard, acrylic plastic, cardstock
• Engraving only: Glass, stone, ceramic, brick, painted metals

For some ideas on what to make, see the Epilog Laser Sample Club website. These machines require badging before use. To become badged, either watch the Laser Badging Video and pass the quiz at the end or simply attend a laser badging class at one of PPLD's three makerspaces. Laser machines are available by reservation at all makerspace locations. Walk-ins are permitted, but usage of the machine cannot be guaranteed. To reserve a laser, please visit our equipment reservation page. For more resources and information, visit our LibGuide on laser engraving and cutting. 

• ShopBot Desktop (1)

PPLD's ShopBot Desktop CNC is a small model CNC that is good for beginners and hobbyists. It is a subtractive manufacturing machine that takes away material to create a new image or object. It acts as a computer controlled mill, router, and drill all in one. Acceptable materials are woods and plastics. PPLD does not provide materials for sale.

A few things you can make:

• signs
• prototypes
• 3D carvings
• custom woodwork

For more resources and information, visit our LibGuide on CNC machining

PPLD provides both PC and Mac options loaded with a variety of specialty software including photo and video editing, sound editing, 3D modeling, animation, and CAD design.

• Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
• Android SDK
• Blender
• Brother PE Design Plus
• Prusa Slicer
• Gimp
• Inkscape
• Java Development Kit
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Silhouette Studio, Business Edition
• SolidWorks 2024
• Steam
• VCarve Pro Makerspace Edition

In addition to larger machinery and equipment, PPLD makerspaces also provide an assortment of hand and power tools for basic woodworking, soldering, and electronics work.

All spaces provide a variety of basic tools. Power tools include items such as dremels, drills, soldering irons, and heat guns. Hand tools include items such as saws, wrenches (including allen), various pliers and screwdrivers, box cutters, clamps, hammers and mallets, digital calipers, and tape measurers.

Supplies vary by location; please call ahead to confirm availability.

PPLD provides safety equipment at all of its makerspace locations. Ask staff at each location where to find the following items:

• Aprons
• Eye wash kits
• Face masks
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid stations
• Safety glasses and goggles
• Vinyl gloves, assorted sizes
• Work gloves