WEEK #3

Vacuum Forming

I took the vacuum forming machine class. It can be interesting to make molds or any other low res copy of objects, 3D prints for example.  

So here are some videos to learn to use the machine

Machine description:
Formech 686PT
Size: 100*100 or 300*300mm
Depth: 325mm
Material maximum thickness: 6.35mm
Materials: Plastic, acrylic, ABS

CNC Vinyl Cutter

I also took the CNC vinyl cutter class. I don't really know if this machine is going to be useful tho.
And I did not really understand the explanations. Maybe be cool to cut reflective adhesive.

Machine description:
Graphtec CE6000-60
Size: 603mm*50m / 0.25mm
Software: Cutting Master 3

Laser Cutter

Machine description:
Universal Laser Systems VLS 3.50
Size: 600*450mm / 5mm max

Very easy to use, very precise compare to IDAS and digital focus. Specially good for engraving.

3D Printers

Machine description:
Sindoh DP200 3DWox
Size: 200*200*200mm
Software: 3DWox

I didn't really understand how to change filament, I think I have to call the staff.
I'd like to use the elastic filaments of IDAS into these machines.

And print different lattices to test their damping performances.