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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Noisebridge is, amongst other things, a provider of infrastructure for technical and creative projects, and a community of like-minded individuals. There are other spaces in San Francisco and the greater bay area that also have similar intentions and alignments to goals. | |||
In order to help members of both organizations locate resources at either place, we've started to put together this resource listing. We encourage people to get off their butts and do cool projects, and use this list to expedite the process of doing so, by finding the tools you need, at the location that is most convenient for you. | |||
'''This list isn't always up to date! Please help populate this list to the best of your knowledge, that will make it more useful.''' | |||
===TechShop=== | ===TechShop=== | ||
Has stronger focus on providing professional grade tools, such as laser cutters, CNC mills and Shopbots. Members of Noisebridge and Techshop frequently have overlapping interests and requirements. | Has stronger focus on providing professional grade tools, such as laser cutters, CNC mills and Shopbots. Members of Noisebridge and Techshop frequently have overlapping interests and requirements. | ||
Apparently, Noisebridge members can get a 1/2 price membership to TechShop. And the other way around. Awesome! | |||
===Hacker Dojo=== | |||
===Ace Monster Toys=== | |||
==Resource locator and comparison== | ==Resource locator and comparison== | ||
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Revision as of 20:47, 18 February 2011
Overview
Noisebridge is, amongst other things, a provider of infrastructure for technical and creative projects, and a community of like-minded individuals. There are other spaces in San Francisco and the greater bay area that also have similar intentions and alignments to goals.
In order to help members of both organizations locate resources at either place, we've started to put together this resource listing. We encourage people to get off their butts and do cool projects, and use this list to expedite the process of doing so, by finding the tools you need, at the location that is most convenient for you.
This list isn't always up to date! Please help populate this list to the best of your knowledge, that will make it more useful.
TechShop
Has stronger focus on providing professional grade tools, such as laser cutters, CNC mills and Shopbots. Members of Noisebridge and Techshop frequently have overlapping interests and requirements.
Apparently, Noisebridge members can get a 1/2 price membership to TechShop. And the other way around. Awesome!
Hacker Dojo
Ace Monster Toys
Resource locator and comparison
General
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Physical Space | approx 5,600 sq. ft. | approx 17,000 sq. ft. |
Membership Cost (monthly) | at least $40 | at least $75 |
Availability | open 24 hours | 9 AM to Midnight |
Organization Structure | anarchist | for-profit |
Important Note: Noisebridge also allows non-members to use our resources.
Abrasives
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Disk Sander, Large, Pedestal Mounted | ||
Grinders, Pedestal Mounted | ||
Sand Blasting Cabinet | ||
Wire Wheel, Bench Mounted | ||
Vibratory Polisher |
Arts and Crafts
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
---|---|---|
Vinyl Cutter, Computer-Controlled | ||
Glass Cutters, Stained Glass | ||
Soldering Irons, Stained Glass |
Automotive
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Floor Jack and Jack Stands | ||
Motorcycle Lift | ||
Transmission Jack | ||
Engine Hoist | ||
Battery Charger | ||
Pneumatic Tools |
Darkroom
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Darkroom with chemicals and supplies |
Electronics
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Multimeters | ||
Oscilloscopes | ||
Soldering Stations | ||
Power Supply, DC | ||
Signal Generator | ||
Frequency Counter | ||
Variable Transformer, Variac |
Fabrication
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Cold Saw | ||
Drill Press | ||
Horizontal Band Saw | ||
Vertical Band Saw | ||
Tubing Bender | ||
Angle Iron Bender/Notcher |
Fabrics and Sewing
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Sewing Machine, Industrial | ||
Sewing Machine, Standard | ||
Overlock Machine, Serger | ||
Embroidery Machine, Computer Controlled |
Hand Tools
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Assorted Hand and Power Tools |
Instruction
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Camera, Digital SLR | ||
Projectors |
Kitchen
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Kitchen with utensils and counterspace |
Layout
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Granite Surface Plate | ||
Height Gauges, Digital |
Machining
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Lathe, Large Metal, with Digital Readout and Tooling | ||
Milling Machine, Large, with Digital Readout and Tooling | ||
Milling Machine, 4-Axis, CNC (Tormach) |
Measurement
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Calipers, Digital and Dial | ||
Micrometer, Digital |
Plastics
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Vacuum Forming Station, 24" x 24" | ||
Heat Strip Bender | ||
Injection Molder (Morgan) | ||
Router Table |
Prototyping
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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3D Printer, ABS | ||
Laser Cutter, Epilog (Helix 60 Watt) | ||
3D Scanner (NextEngine) |
Sheet Metal
Surface and Finishing
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Powder Coating Station and Oven | ||
Spray Painting Area, Ventilation Hood |
Welding
Noisebridge | TechShop | |
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Plasma Cutter, CNC, 4' x 8' (Torchmate) | ||
Welder, TIG | ||
Welder, MIG | ||
Welder, Spot | ||
Plasma Cutter, Hand Held |