Explore the Makerspace

Makerspace

A hands on workspace  

The Makerspace is a collaborative space where hands on workshops and events are held at the MIX.

Come explore what we have to offer!

Makerspace Workshops

Getting Started

We provide materials to get you started with our workshops. Our tools are free to use for members of the Mason community and we ask that you provide your own materials for your projects. We do have some materials on hand for use in limited quantities including:

  • PLA filament (limited 500g per student)

  • Scrap fabric, thread, and assorted donated sewing notions

  • Assorted craft supplies from donations

  • Cardboard for laser cutting and prototyping

  • Heat Transfer and Automotive Vinyl for workshop only

MIX Project Consulting

In addition to our workshops the MIX Maker Team is available to give you some extra assistance with your projects in 3D modeling, 3D printing, Arduino, prototyping, textiles, and more. Come by the MIX to meet with our staff members about your project.

Explore Our Tools & Equipment

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3D Printing & Digital Fabrication

  • FDM 3D Printers: Including single and dual extruder types

  • Uses Ultimaker Cura software or BambuLabs Software

  • SLA 3D Printer

  • 3D Scanners

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Physical Computing & Microelectronics

  • Elegoo Arduino kits, with Arduino UNO boards

  • Arduino compatible sensor Kits

  • Adafruit Feather M0 Bluetooth boards

  • Raspberry Pi version 3 and Zero W

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Textiles & Wearables

  • Brother cs6000i sewing machines

  • Brother 1034D 4 thread serger

  • Vinyl Cutter and Heat Press

  • Wearable microcontrollers and soft circuit kits

  • Sewing needles, scissors, cutting mats

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Digital Media

  • Oculus Quest 2 Headsets

  • Podcast Recording Booth

  • iMac Video Editing and Writing stations

  • Video Recording studio, with green screen and studio lighting

  • Photography Light Box

Woodshop

  • 14” Bandsaw

  • 12” Compound Miter Saw

  • Drill Press

  • Jig Saw, routers, drills, and other hand tools

Fabrication Lab

  • LMS 7550 Lathe

  • LMS 6550 Mill

  • MIG Welding equipment

  • Horizontal Band Saw

  • CNC Router

  • Laser Cutters

  • Vacuform

Featured Makerspace Projects

  • 3D Printed New Tool for Wildlife Research Project

    Biology Professor Travis Gallo needed custom cases made for a research project. We printed them at The MIX using 3D printers.

  • Laser cutting for a 3D Graphic Art Project

    As part of a graphic design project, our laser cutter was utilized to create precise shapes and cutouts for a map project.

  • Engineering 101 Prototyping Class

    The Engineering 101 class held a workshop to prototype projects and ideas from class.