Create, Craft, Innovate.
Your workspace for hands-on innovation.Your One Stop Shop to Create.
We’re thrilled to provide a fully equipped maker space designed for a wide range of creative projects. Available to undergraduates and campus partners, this resource features all the essential tools needed to bring your creations to life, including 3D printers, a heat press for t-shirt printing, and a laser cutter. Start making your ideas tangible by using our maker space today!
RESOURCES
3D Printers
ULTIMAKER 2
The Ultimaker 2 3D Printer is a cutting-edge tool available in the ANTrepreneur Center’s Maker Space, perfect for students looking to bring their innovative ideas to life. Renowned for its reliability and precision, this 3D printer offers an intuitive user interface and a spacious build volume, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced users. With its ability to print in a variety of materials, the Ultimaker 2 allows for the creation of complex and durable prototypes, enhancing the practical learning experience for all aspiring entrepreneurs at UCI.
Bambu X1 Carbon
The Bambu X1 Carbon 3D Printer, featured in the ANTrepreneur Center’s Maker Space, is specifically designed to empower UCI students to transform their creative concepts into tangible realities. This printer stands out for its use of carbon fiber-infused filament, which provides exceptional strength and durability for printed objects. With its advanced precision and fast printing capabilities, the Bambu X1 Carbon is perfect for students who require high-performance prototypes that can withstand rigorous testing. Whether you’re an engineering student needing robust parts or an art student creating intricate designs, this printer is equipped to meet a wide range of academic and entrepreneurial needs.
Creator Pro
The FlashForge Creator Pro 3D Printer, available in the ANTrepreneur Center’s Maker Space, is a versatile tool designed to support UCI students in their entrepreneurial and academic projects. Known for its dual extruder system, this printer enables the use of two different materials or colors simultaneously, broadening the scope of creative possibilities. Its sturdy metal frame and enclosed chamber help to maintain an optimal printing environment, reducing warping and allowing for more consistent high-quality outputs. Ideal for projects that require detailed precision and durability, the FlashForge Creator Pro is an excellent resource for students from all disciplines looking to innovate and prototype with ease.
HPN HEAT PRESS
Make your own customized t-shirts and apparel with our brand new heat press! Our simple to use heat press allows you to transform your creative designs into high-quality apparel, helping you build your brand or club and engage your community.
*Must bring your own materials (i.e. t-shirts and transfers)
LASER CUTTER
The Muse FSL Laser Cutter at the ANTrepreneur Center’s Maker Space is a state-of-the-art device that offers precision cutting and engraving on a variety of materials including wood, acrylic, glass, and fabric. This versatile tool is perfect for students aiming to produce detailed models, intricate artwork, custom jewelry, and personalized signage. Its user-friendly interface and powerful laser technology enable both beginners and experienced makers to execute complex designs with clean, crisp edges. Whether you’re looking to create architectural models, bespoke gifts, or innovative prototypes, the Muse FSL Laser Cutter is an invaluable asset for exploring new dimensions of creativity and craftsmanship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need to Reserve the 3D printer before using it?
No reservation is neeeded! Just show up with your design file on a flashdrive or microSD.
Do I need to have experience using the machines?
No experience is needed! We have tutorial playlists you can watch.
Do i need to bring my own materials?
We have filament for the 3D printers you can use for free. For the heat press and laser cutter please bring your own materials.