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== Things You Want ==
=Our equipment and how we manage it=
The London Hackspace has a huge mix of equipment for all manner of purposes, and it grows depending on the demands of its members. It is usually owned by the LHS itself or occasionally on extended loan from a member and marked as such.


We put in regular orders for electronic [[components]] and keep a large stock in the space, if you wish to use components from the space or want to add something to the next order, [[components|read the components page]].
==Using equipment==
===Assumption of competence===
Most basic items of equipment do not have a training requirement, and as part of your membership it is assumed that if you're using one of these tools then you have enough skill to use it without damaging yourself, others or the tool.


If you want the space to buy equipment, books or anything else, add it to the [[Wishlist]] or to the [[Pledges]].
Basic ability does not always imply skilled use however, so it is still recommended you look into the "proper" way to use a tool. You may learn some nifty expert tricks in the process!
===Training requirements===
The larger, more complex or expensive pieces of equipment will generally have training requirements to use them. This is usually at least a primer; enough to get basic use from the equipment without harming you or it. The wiki page for each piece of equipment should list the training requirements and any schedule or sign-up procedure for acquiring the training. As such you may not be able to get training ''on demand'' (e.g. at the last minute), so it's always advisable to get trained as soon as you're able for future use.


If you want to buy something yourself, have a look at the [[Suppliers|suppliers page]]
===Access Control===
"ACnodes" are steadily being fitted to the pieces of equipment that require training. This associates a members access card with a database of who has received training to use it, and disables the equipment if either no card is produced or the card does not show you've been trained to use the equipment in question. It also should prevent equipment being left unattended while in use and improve usage logging.


== Things We Have ==
Swapping cards with someone who is trained so you can use it counts as circumvention of a safety device and will earn you both cross words from an LHS representative.


'''This list is nowhere near comprehensive. It's also eternally out of date. If you actually want to see what we have, drop by the space and have a look.'''
==Maintaining equipment==


About items on loan to the hackspace: In addition to reading any labels on the device, you might want to read its wiki page first to make sure you're staying on the right side of the owner.
===Maintenance===
A lot of tools, particularly the more expensive or complex ones, will have one or more nominated maintainers. A piece of equipment will usually have an associated wiki page listing it.
If a piece of equipment has a maintainer, do not attempt to repair or maintain it yourself without their express permission. Having a maintainer usually means the equipment has special requirements for it's upkeep that may not be obvious to even a trained user.
If a piece of equipment has no maintainer, it means LHC assumes those capable of using it are also capable of doing the running maintenance to it.


We insist that anyone using some of our equipment gets [[training]].
===Hacking and modding equipment===
You are not allowed to do this. Equipment is there for everyone to use, and they expect it to be left in a standard reliable state. If "maintenance" starts to require making permanent changes to the equipment, you get permission from the mailing list '''first''' before starting work on it.


===Electronics===
===Consumables===
[[File:Solderingstationjun2012.jpg|thumb|300px|The Electronics/Soldering Area]]
A lot of equipment has some element that is used up in use. Basic consumables are often bought by the LHS itself, but you should you need them there and then go get them, there are loads of local hardware suppliers where you can purchase supplies (just use google) .... but more specialised consumables (EG; liquid nitrogen, biological reagents, laser tubes) are both infrequently purchased and expensive, so will normally require a pledge to gather funds. There are also fairly regular group-purchases arranged through the mailing list for more ad-hoc demands such as specific electrical components.
* Fluke/Philips PM 3365A 100MHz digital oscilloscope, with two probes
* [[Equipment/HP1650A|HP 1650A Logic analyzer (32-channel)]]
* [[Equipment/Caltek_PSD30-3B|Caltek_PSD30-3B 0-30V 0-3A bench power supplies]]
* 0-60V 1A bench power supply
* [[Equipment/HP E3631A|HP E3631A 0-6V 0.5A / 0 - ±25V bench power supply]]
* Adjustable fluorescent work lamps/magnifiers
* Multimeter
* Soldering irons
* Massive Breadboard (6 blocks, with push buttons, toggle switches and indicator lights wired into the board pins)
* a Duratool [[Equipment/DeSolder|desoldering]] tool
* [[Equipment/ReworkStation|SMD hot air rework station]]
* [[Equipment/BBC_AF_siggen|Audio signal generator]]
* 2x [http://code.google.com/p/the-bus-pirate/ Bus Pirates]
* Half a dozen [http://www.atmel.com/dyn/products/product_card.asp?PN=ATmega328P Atmel Atmega328P]s, ideally with Arduino bootloader
* [http://www.atmel.com/dyn/products/tools_card.asp?tool_id=3808 AVRISP mkII In-System Programmer]
** Anyone is welcome to use this, but please do not hack beyond repair. Thanks! [[User:SpikeUK|SpikeUK]] 05:38, 12 August 2010 (UTC)
* [http://www.peakelec.co.uk/acatalog/jz_dca55.html Peak DCA55 Component analyser] - Identifies transistor pinout, gain and type - NPN, PNP, FET etc. [http://www.peakelec.co.uk/downloads/dca_user_guide.pdf (PDF manual)]
* [[HP3488A Electronic Switch Unit]] with [[GPIB]] (on loan, [[User:dirkx]]) with the following cards:
** HP44471A General Purpose Relais card  (slot 1,2) (on loan, [[User:dirkx]])
** HP44474A Digital IO card (slot 3, 4) (on loan, [[User:dirkx]])
**  HP44473A Matrix Switrch card (slot 5) (on loan, [[User:dirkx]])
* SOLARTRON SCHLUMBERGER 7150N Multimeter with [[GPIB]] (on loan, [[User:dirkx]])
* [[HP8112a]] pulse generator with  [[GPIB]] (on loan, [[User:dirkx]])
* Proligic [[GPIB]] adaptor (ethernet, on loan, [User:dirkx]]).
* 1-20V 0-5A Slim Bench Power Supply with LCD Screen (on loan, [User:dirkx]]).
* [[W&T Com-Server Highspeed server, 4 serial ports]], IP to RS232 (1x) and RS422/485 (3)  (on loan, [User:dirkx]]).
* [[V91Degausser | Hard Drive & DLT Tape Degausser]]
* [[Prodigit 4010 Digitizing Power Meter GPIB]]  (on loan, [User:dirkx]]). Measures things like voltage, power, current and power factor; so you can measure actual power use on non ohmic loads; like switch power supplies and fluoracent tubes.


=== Food Preparation ===
===Damage and replacement===
LHS assumes that unless there's an explicit training requirement that you are skilled enough to use the equipment you wish to use. If a member damages or destroys a tool through misuse that member will be expected to contribute to its replacement or repair cost, either in full or in part depending on the situation. Damage or destruction through normal use can be considered wear & tear and will not usually be directed at the last user, though a contribution to replacement is normal.


* [[Equipment/Breadmaker | Breadmaker ]]
E.g:  A chisel handle breaking when being used to carve wood with a wood-mallet would likely be considered the tool wearing out and the space deciding on replacement. A chisel handle breaking because you used it as a crowbar to tear open a toaster is your fault and you'll be expected to replace it yourself.


=== PCB Kit ===
==Rule of thumb==
If you're not sure about using or maintaining a piece of equipment; ask.
Check the wiki, check with the maintainer, check the IRC, check the mailing list, check with a trustee. Most of all, check the '''[[Rules|rules]]'''.


* UV Exposure Box
==Getting new equipment==
* [[Equipment/PCB_etch_station|PCB etch station]]
===Pledges===
* [http://www.verodirect.com/products.asp?recnumber=151 Spot face cutter] for strip-board.
Please see the [[Pledges]] page for more in-depth information.
* Our [[Multiformer]] has a shear that can be used to cut PCBs.


=== Stuff to Make Things With ===
The most reliable method for getting new equipment for the space is the collective enthusiasm of its members. If you think we need a piece of equipment, make a proposal on the mailing list to gauge interest. If there is interest then you create a [[Pledges|pledge page]] here on the wiki and encourage people to back it with an amount toward the cost.


* [[Equipment/Makerbot_Cupcake|Makerbot Cupcake]] CNC rapid prototyping/3D printing machine
When the pledge goal is met, the pledging members pay their money to the LHS and the item is usually purchased by a trustee unless someone else has negotiated the purchase.
* [[Prusa]] Hackspace build-a-reprap project
* [[Equipment/LaserCutter|Laser Cutter / Engraver]]
* [[Equipment/VinylCutter|Vinyl Cutter]]
* [[Equipment/FDM1650|Stratasys FDM 1650 3D printer]]
* 2 Dremels and associated bits
* Dremel pillar drill (Ideal for drilling PCB's)
* Many many assorted tools
* selection of M2/2.5/3/4 nuts and bolts
* [[Equipment/Sewing_Machines|Sewing Machines]]
* [[Equipment/Cutting_Table|Cutting Table]]
* [[Equipment/DymoMachines|Dymo machines]]
* Glue guns
* Pop rivet tool and rivets


=== Wood working ===
===Gifts and loans===
We have a [[Wishlist|wish list]] of items that would be very nice but haven't had enough support to purchase yet. Usually upgrades to equipment we are getting by with fine so far or sundries that don't usually necessitate a pledge.


* Router
Some people are kind enough to offer equipment to the LHS for free, either on loan (whether for a particular length of time or long-term) or entirely gifting it. Sadly we will only ever have a finite amount of storage space, and likewise only a finite demand for a tool, so not every item will be accepted. This may seem ungracious, but please check with the [http://groups.google.co.uk/group/london-hack-space mailing list] if we have space and demand for it before bringing it to the space.
* [[Equipment/RoutingTable|Routing Table]]
* Jigsaw
* Orbital sander
* Hacksaw
* Generic wood saw
* [[Equipment/PowerPlaner|Power plane]]
* Mitre block/box
* Drill bits
* Rasps
* [[Equipment/Scrollsaw|Scrollsaw]]
* [[Equipment/Beltsander|Belt Sander]]


=== Metal Working ===
For more in-depth information on this, see [[Bringing_items_to_the_space]].
* Plasma cutter
* [[Equipment/Kiln|Kiln]]
* [[Equipment/DrillPress|Drill Press]]
* [[Equipment/Lathe|Lathe]]
* [[Equipment/Mill|Milling Machine]]
* [[Equipment/Bandsaw|Bandsaw]]
* [[Equipment/LatheMillCombo|3-in-1 Lathe/Mill/Drill press combo]]
* <s>[http://www.chesteruk.net/store/multi_formers.htm Multiformer]  - the 12" model</s>
* 150mm bench grinder
* [[Media:Pipe_bender.jpg|Pipe bender/metal former]]
* Live centre for lathe tail stock
* 3 jaw chuck for lathe tailstock
* Rotary table
* Angle plate
* 7 piece indexable lathe tool set
* Collet chuck sets, 4mm - 16mm, 1/8" - 1/2"
* Boring head
* Boring tools
* Workholding Clamp set
* Drills from 1mm - 10mm in 0.1mm increments, 91 in total if it wasn't for the 1mm, 1.8mm and 4mm currently being missing
* Tap and die sets - from tiny ( 1mm ) to chunky ( 12mm )
* Fly cutter set
* Countersink set
* End mills 2mm - 12mm
* Slot drills 2mm - 8mm?
* Transfer punch kit
* Micrometer - 25mm
* Angle vice
* Spring kit
* Circlip kit
* Roll pin kit
* R clip kit
* Centre drills


===Audio/Visual===
If you're not a member but wish to donate equipment, please contact [https://london.hackspace.org.uk/organisation/ the directors].


Not stuff to be hacked, as it works best the way it is:
=Current equipment=
* [[Equipment/SmokeMachine|Smoke machine]] (and occasional smoke ring maker)
==Creating an equipment page==
* [[Equipment/Kinect|Kinect]] Microsoft Xbox's 3D imaging thing - excellent source of fun programming projects (like the [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNN4Oo0KhZo Kinect controlled tesla coils])
Don't see a piece of equipment we have in the lists below? Maybe no one's created a wiki page for it yet!
* [[Equipment/Projector/NEC_VT440|NEC T440]] projector
* [[Equipment/Projector/Sanyo_ProX|SANYO Multimedia ProX]] projector
* [[Equipment/Projector/InFocus_IN1|InFocus IN1]] projector
* [[Equipment/Projector/HP_SB21|HP SB21]] projector
* [[Equipment/Projector/MassiveScreen|Massive projector screen]] - On loan from PaulR, please don't hack
* [[Equipment/Projector/Stand|Stand/lectern]] - On loan from PaulR, please don't hack
* [[Equipment/Whiteboard|Dry-Wipe Whiteboard]] - On loan from PaulR. Please only use dry wipe marker pens
* [[Equipment/GoogleTV|GoogleTV]] - Donation by Ivan from Google Campus Hackathon. Use it but please don´t hack! We need an DVI/HDMI adaptor.


=== Misc ===
If you create a page using the equipment template it will '''automatically''' create it an entry on this page. Use one of the existing sub-categories though or it won't appear. ''(HINT: They're the names of all the section-heading below!)''


* [[Equipment/Environmental Chamber|Environmental Chamber]]
There is now a page generating template so you don't have to worry about getting the code right. [[Form:EquipmentInfobox |You go to this link and fill in the boxes]].


=== Kitchen ===
Don't be afraid to name the page very specifically (EG; full make & model name) as the form includes a "common name" option that will display it as such on this page.


: ''See [[Kitchen]]''
If you're building equipment to be for or used by the space, please create it in the Equipment namespace and just include the secondary Projects infobox (link to come).


=== Safety ===
Please mark any and all former equipment as subcategory "Defunct".


* [[First aid|First Aid Kit]]
All boxes should contain text information. Dark red boxes however mean that information is ''missing'' from the page in question, so unable to be displayed.
* [http://www.powertoolinstitute.com/pti_pages/safety.asp Power Tools 101 (Read this and increase the odds you finish the job with the same number of fingers you started with! ]


=== Cleaning and maintenance ===
==Fabrication==
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* [[Vacuum cleaner|Numatic "George" Vacuum cleaner]]
===CNC===
* [[Mop|We have a really neat mop!]]
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=== Dead Trees / Library===
===Woodworking===
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: ''See [[Library]]''
===Metalworking===
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=== Things being borrowed ===
===Hand tools===
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Tikitag RFID reader – Tom, tomwjennings@gmail --[[User:Tomwj|Tomwj]] 16:23, 21 June 2011 (UTC)
===Power tools===
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Belnea  LCD Screen - Nick, jonssonnick@gmail.com --[[User:xTwi7ch[xTwi7ch]] 00:15, 07 Aug 2011 (UTC)
==Electronics==
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| format = template
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== If You Want to Donate Equipment ==
===Test equipment===
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See: [[Guides/Bringing_items_to_the_space | Bringing items to the space]].
===Robotics===
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Robotics]]
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==Scientific==
===Biohacking===
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Biohacking]]
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===Chemistry===
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Chemistry]]
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===High voltage===
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::High voltage]]
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===Physics===
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Physics]]
| format = template
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| ?name #
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==Kitchen==
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Kitchen]]
| format = template
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| link = none
| ?name #
| ?location #
| ?maintainers #
| ?reqtraining
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==Crafts==
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Crafts]]
| format = template
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| link = none
| ?name #
| ?location #
| ?maintainers #
| ?reqtraining
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==Darkroom==
 
Note - following the downsize of the hackspace over the pandemic there is currently no photographic darkroom at the space.
The old darkroom mailing list is here: [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lhs-darkroom Darkroom mailing list] and the group's wiki page is here: [[Group:Darkroom#Induction_.26_training|Darkroom group]]
 
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==Maintainance==
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Maintainance]]
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===Bike tools===
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Bike tools]]
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===Cleaning===
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Cleaning]]
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==Gardening==
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Gardening]]
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| ?location #
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==Office equipment==
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Office equipment]]
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==Computing==
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===Systems===
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===Networking===
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Networking]]
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==Audio/Visual==
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Audio/Visual]]
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==Safety==
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Safety]]
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==Brewing==
{{#ask: [[Category:Equipment]] [[subcat::Brewing]]
| format = template
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| link = none
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| ?location #
| ?maintainers #
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==General==
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==Debug tools==
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=Former equipment=
Link to page showing all equipment classed "defunct", is Defunct [[Equipment/Defunct|HERE]].

Latest revision as of 11:34, 2 September 2024

Our equipment and how we manage it

The London Hackspace has a huge mix of equipment for all manner of purposes, and it grows depending on the demands of its members. It is usually owned by the LHS itself or occasionally on extended loan from a member and marked as such.

Using equipment

Assumption of competence

Most basic items of equipment do not have a training requirement, and as part of your membership it is assumed that if you're using one of these tools then you have enough skill to use it without damaging yourself, others or the tool.

Basic ability does not always imply skilled use however, so it is still recommended you look into the "proper" way to use a tool. You may learn some nifty expert tricks in the process!

Training requirements

The larger, more complex or expensive pieces of equipment will generally have training requirements to use them. This is usually at least a primer; enough to get basic use from the equipment without harming you or it. The wiki page for each piece of equipment should list the training requirements and any schedule or sign-up procedure for acquiring the training. As such you may not be able to get training on demand (e.g. at the last minute), so it's always advisable to get trained as soon as you're able for future use.

Access Control

"ACnodes" are steadily being fitted to the pieces of equipment that require training. This associates a members access card with a database of who has received training to use it, and disables the equipment if either no card is produced or the card does not show you've been trained to use the equipment in question. It also should prevent equipment being left unattended while in use and improve usage logging.

Swapping cards with someone who is trained so you can use it counts as circumvention of a safety device and will earn you both cross words from an LHS representative.

Maintaining equipment

Maintenance

A lot of tools, particularly the more expensive or complex ones, will have one or more nominated maintainers. A piece of equipment will usually have an associated wiki page listing it. If a piece of equipment has a maintainer, do not attempt to repair or maintain it yourself without their express permission. Having a maintainer usually means the equipment has special requirements for it's upkeep that may not be obvious to even a trained user. If a piece of equipment has no maintainer, it means LHC assumes those capable of using it are also capable of doing the running maintenance to it.

Hacking and modding equipment

You are not allowed to do this. Equipment is there for everyone to use, and they expect it to be left in a standard reliable state. If "maintenance" starts to require making permanent changes to the equipment, you get permission from the mailing list first before starting work on it.

Consumables

A lot of equipment has some element that is used up in use. Basic consumables are often bought by the LHS itself, but you should you need them there and then go get them, there are loads of local hardware suppliers where you can purchase supplies (just use google) .... but more specialised consumables (EG; liquid nitrogen, biological reagents, laser tubes) are both infrequently purchased and expensive, so will normally require a pledge to gather funds. There are also fairly regular group-purchases arranged through the mailing list for more ad-hoc demands such as specific electrical components.

Damage and replacement

LHS assumes that unless there's an explicit training requirement that you are skilled enough to use the equipment you wish to use. If a member damages or destroys a tool through misuse that member will be expected to contribute to its replacement or repair cost, either in full or in part depending on the situation. Damage or destruction through normal use can be considered wear & tear and will not usually be directed at the last user, though a contribution to replacement is normal.

E.g: A chisel handle breaking when being used to carve wood with a wood-mallet would likely be considered the tool wearing out and the space deciding on replacement. A chisel handle breaking because you used it as a crowbar to tear open a toaster is your fault and you'll be expected to replace it yourself.

Rule of thumb

If you're not sure about using or maintaining a piece of equipment; ask. Check the wiki, check with the maintainer, check the IRC, check the mailing list, check with a trustee. Most of all, check the rules.

Getting new equipment

Pledges

Please see the Pledges page for more in-depth information.

The most reliable method for getting new equipment for the space is the collective enthusiasm of its members. If you think we need a piece of equipment, make a proposal on the mailing list to gauge interest. If there is interest then you create a pledge page here on the wiki and encourage people to back it with an amount toward the cost.

When the pledge goal is met, the pledging members pay their money to the LHS and the item is usually purchased by a trustee unless someone else has negotiated the purchase.

Gifts and loans

We have a wish list of items that would be very nice but haven't had enough support to purchase yet. Usually upgrades to equipment we are getting by with fine so far or sundries that don't usually necessitate a pledge.

Some people are kind enough to offer equipment to the LHS for free, either on loan (whether for a particular length of time or long-term) or entirely gifting it. Sadly we will only ever have a finite amount of storage space, and likewise only a finite demand for a tool, so not every item will be accepted. This may seem ungracious, but please check with the mailing list if we have space and demand for it before bringing it to the space.

For more in-depth information on this, see Bringing_items_to_the_space.

If you're not a member but wish to donate equipment, please contact the directors.

Current equipment

Creating an equipment page

Don't see a piece of equipment we have in the lists below? Maybe no one's created a wiki page for it yet!

If you create a page using the equipment template it will automatically create it an entry on this page. Use one of the existing sub-categories though or it won't appear. (HINT: They're the names of all the section-heading below!)

There is now a page generating template so you don't have to worry about getting the code right. You go to this link and fill in the boxes.

Don't be afraid to name the page very specifically (EG; full make & model name) as the form includes a "common name" option that will display it as such on this page.

If you're building equipment to be for or used by the space, please create it in the Equipment namespace and just include the secondary Projects infobox (link to come).

Please mark any and all former equipment as subcategory "Defunct".

All boxes should contain text information. Dark red boxes however mean that information is missing from the page in question, so unable to be displayed.

Fabrication

Charmhigh CHM-T36VA Pick-and-Place Machine
Located in;
Murder Kitchen
No maintainer listed
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Working
Last updated;
12 May 2022 10:00:01
by [[]]

CNC

Anycubic Kobra Go (Kobra)
Located in;
3D printer area, Ground floor
No maintainer listed
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Good working order
Last updated;
2 September 2024 12:01:38
by [[]]
Anycubic Kobra Go (Kobra)
Located in;
3D printer area, Ground floor
Is maintained by;
Edtse88
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Https://london.hackspace.org.uk/members/tools.php Check the Tools Status Page
Last updated;
2 September 2024 12:06:51
by [[]]
Denford CNC
Located in;
Ground Floor, Woodshop
Is maintained by;
Jonathan
Requires training
Unknown ACnode status
Https://london.hackspace.org.uk/members/tools.php View tool status
Last updated;
19 August 2024 07:32:52
by [[]]
Lulzbot 1 (Hull)
Located in;
3D printer area, Ground floor
No maintainer listed
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Https://london.hackspace.org.uk/members/tools.php Check the Tools Status Page
Last updated;
13 August 2024 12:54:20
by [[]]
Silvertail A0 Laser Cutter
Located in;
Ground Floor, Metal Workshop
Is maintained by;
Padski, YetiFiasco, Russ
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Https://london.hackspace.org.uk/members/tools.php View tool status
Last updated;
28 November 2024 11:17:00
by [[]]

Woodworking

Scroll Saw (NuTool 18")
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
21 January 2022 12:53:39
by [[]]
Pillar Drill (Ajax)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
13 August 2024 21:05:09
by [[]]
Bandsaw (iTech)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Wood shop team
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
24 September 2024 07:27:59
by [[]]
Bandsaw - Miniature (Lumberjack BS200)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
18 December 2024 08:45:21
by [[]]
Bobbin Sander
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
24 June 2024 14:06:54
by [[]]
Dust Extractor (Clarke)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Matthewaspinall
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
20 January 2022 19:04:45
by [[]]
Compound Mitre Saw (Evolution Rage3)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Requires training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
11 September 2024 13:02:30
by [[]]
Table Saw (Sedgewick)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Wood shop team
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:17:55
by [[]]
Handheld Woodworking Power Tools
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
24 June 2024 14:53:12
by [[]]
Planer Thicknesser (Charnwood W583)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Requires training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
19 December 2024 08:13:09
by [[]]
Router Table
Located in;
Woodshop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
6 September 2024 08:24:04
by [[]]
Stationary Dust Extractor
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:18:30
by [[]]
Surface Planer (Erbauer ERB052BTE)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Requires training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
2 September 2024 07:40:41
by [[]]
Table Saw (Dewalt)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Phil (cepmender), Simon Hewison
Requires training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
20 November 2024 00:08:49
by [[]]
Thickness Planer (Triton)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Woodshop team
Requires training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
6 September 2024 08:23:27
by [[]]
Wood Lathe (Nova DVR XP)
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
Jonathan Hodgson
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Good working order
Last updated;
24 June 2024 14:44:57
by [[]]
Woodworking Hand Tools Cupboard
Located in;
Wood shop
Is maintained by;
PLAYWOOD
Requires training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
11 February 2022 08:42:29
by [[]]

Metalworking

3-in-1 Sheetmetal Machine (600mm)
Located in;
Metalworking shop
Is maintained by;
Metalshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
14 December 2022 08:39:16
by [[]]
Metal Milling Machine (Bridgeport)
Located in;
Metalworking Shop
Is maintained by;
Machine Shop Team, Liam, Tim and Dean
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:18:56
by [[]]
Casting Furnace (Devil-Forge FB1S)
Located in;
Cage
Is maintained by;
Toby Molyneux
Requires training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:21:19
by [[]]
Casting Furnace (Vevor M.MF.02000)
Located in;
Metalworking shop (Use only in cage)
Is maintained by;
Toby Molyneux
Requires training
Unrestricted
Out of Order
Last updated;
1 September 2022 08:52:24
by [[]]
Pipe Bender (Clarke Strong-Arm 12 Ton)
Located in;
Metalworking shop
Is maintained by;
Metalshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
21 January 2022 12:54:36
by [[]]
Angle Grinders
Located in;
Metalworking Shop
Is maintained by;
Machine Shop Team - lead is Toby
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
25 June 2024 11:37:23
by [[]]
Bench Grinder (Clarke 8")
Located in;
Cage
Is maintained by;
Machine Shop Team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
13 August 2024 21:22:21
by [[]]
Metal Lathe (Colchester Master)
Located in;
Metalworking Shop
Is maintained by;
Machine Shop Team - lead is Toby
Requires training
ACnode restricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:21:39
by [[]]
Donkey Saw (Rapidor Major)
Located in;
Metalworking shop
Is maintained by;
Yetifiasco
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
21 January 2022 12:56:11
by [[]]
Tool Grinder (RJH)
Located in;
Cage
Is maintained by;
Machine Shop Team
Requires training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:21:57
by [[]]
Fly Press
Located in;
Metalworking shop
Is maintained by;
Metalshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:22:10
by [[]]
Sand Blaster (Guyson)
Located in;
Cage
Is maintained by;
Metalshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:22:26
by [[]]
Metal Linisher (RJH)
Located in;
Cage
Is maintained by;
Metalshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
5 November 2024 13:25:07
by [[]]
TIG Welding Set (Marshall Dynabolt)
Located in;
Metalworking shop
Is maintained by;
Tim, Des, Dean, Liam
Requires training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:23:04
by [[]]
Pillar Drill (Meddings)
Located in;
Metalworking shop
Is maintained by;
Metalshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
5 September 2024 12:52:23
by [[]]
MIG Welding Set (Sealey MightyMIG 190)
Located in;
Metalworking shop
Is maintained by;
Tim, Des, Dean, Liam
Requires training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
17 December 2024 11:20:33
by [[]]
Polishing Machine (Modified Union Lathe)
Located in;
Cage
Is maintained by;
Metalshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:23:59
by [[]]
Propane + Air Torch (Flamefast T4)
Located in;
Metalworking shop
Is maintained by;
Toby Molyneux
Requires training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:24:13
by [[]]
Propane Torch (Sievert)
Located in;
Cage
Is maintained by;
Metalshop team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Awaiting EX2 Setup
Last updated;
2 September 2024 08:21:02
by [[]]
TIG Welder (Castolin CastoTIG 3002)
Located in;
Fab shop
Is maintained by;
Metalshop team
Requires training
Unrestricted
New, Awaiting Setup
Last updated;
17 December 2024 11:26:16
by [[]]

Hand tools

General Use Hand Tools
Located in;
Wood shop and metal shop
Is maintained by;
Everyone
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
11 February 2022 08:27:44
by [[]]

Power tools

Electronics

Test equipment

Bus pirate
Located in;
Ground floor, electronics bench
No maintainer listed
Training requirement unknown
Unknown ACnode status
Good working order
Last updated;
8 August 2022 12:12:30
by [[]]
Farnell Power Supply
Located in;
Electronics area
Is maintained by;
Artag
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
13 August 2024 01:25:12
by [[]]
Hantek 5102P Digital oscilloscope
Located in;
Gnd Floor Electronics Lab
No maintainer listed
Training requirement unknown
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
27 February 2022 13:55:58
by [[]]
HP 1650A Logic Analyzer
Located in;
Basement, small shelves
No maintainer listed
Training requirement unknown
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
11 October 2021 23:14:19
by [[]]

Robotics

Staubli robot arm
Location unknown
No maintainer listed
Training requirement unknown
Unrestricted
Retired and scrapped
Last updated;
4 August 2022 21:26:32
by [[]]

Scientific

Biohacking

Chemistry

High voltage

Physics

Kitchen

Crafts

Knitting Machine
Located in;
Ground floor, Middle Room room, crafts corner
Is maintained by;
Chixor, Russ, Solexious
Requires training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
19 August 2022 21:58:08
by [[]]
Sewing machines
Located in;
1st Floor, Textiles room
No maintainer listed
Training requirement unknown
Unknown ACnode status
Last updated;
14 October 2019 20:47:47
by [[]]

Darkroom

Note - following the downsize of the hackspace over the pandemic there is currently no photographic darkroom at the space. The old darkroom mailing list is here: Darkroom mailing list and the group's wiki page is here: Darkroom group


Maintainance

Bike tools

Cleaning

Gardening

Office equipment

HP Color LaserJet 4700
Located in;
Ground floor, main area, next to members shelving
No maintainer listed
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
31 January 2022 08:51:38
by [[]]

Computing

Systems

Kiosk2
Located in;
Ground floor, Middle room
Is maintained by;
Sysadmin team
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
5 November 2022 15:30:54
by [[]]
Norton
Located in;
Main comms room
Is maintained by;
Sysadmin team
Requires training
Unrestricted
Out of order
Last updated;
24 July 2024 14:00:41
by [[]]
Equipment/Turing
Located in;
A Bitfolk datacenter
Is maintained by;
The Trustees
Requires training
Unrestricted
Good working order
Last updated;
23 November 2018 17:33:32
by [[]]

Networking

Audio/Visual

Safety

First aid kit
Located in;
Throughout the Hackspace
No maintainer listed
Training requirement unknown
Unrestricted
Last updated;
21 October 2021 19:03:35
by [[]]
Equipment/Webcams
Located in;
Throughout the Hackspace
Is maintained by;
Fridgehead
Doesn't require training
Unrestricted
Last updated;
21 October 2021 19:04:00
by [[]]

Brewing

General

Debug tools

Former equipment

Link to page showing all equipment classed "defunct", is Defunct HERE.

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