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In April 2014, the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) and the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa collaborated to open Ottawa’s first public makerspace entitled Imagine Space – an American corner. Makerspaces are creation and collaboration hubs, offering technologies and tools that allow customers to experiment and to create in a social setting. They are built on the premise that knowledge and learning is often better transmitted via sharing, collective problem solving, and task performance.
The following cutting edge equipment is available in the Imagine Space:
- 3D printing and modelling
- Laser cutting
- Photo, video and audio editing
- Green screen and video gear
- Hand tools and electronics
- Wall-to-wall whiteboard
The Imagine Space laser cutter orientation is now available in a new format.
| Day of week | Opening times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 1:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 1:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 1:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 1:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Friday | 11:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Next system-wide closure: Mon, Feb 20, 2023
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The Cricut Maker 3 is a smart cutting machine compatible with 300+ types of materials. Equipped with a Premium Fine-Point Blade, it can cut light- to mid-weight materials such as cardstock, vinyl, iron-on, poster board and light-weight fabrics. Cricut Maker 3 is compatible with Smart Materials for super-long, super-precise cuts up to 12 ft (3.6 m) without a mat. Use with Design Space® app for iOS®, Android™, Windows®, and Mac®.
Tips available include the knife blade, rotary cutter and debossing tip.
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The Epilog Helix laser cutter utilises a high powered laser to make precision cuts and engravings in a variety of materials, such as paper, wood, acrylic and glass. It has a table size 24" x 18". It has the ability to engrave or cut cylindrical items, like bottles or glasses with the Rim-Drive Rotary Attachment.
This is restricted to certified users
Help Guide(s)
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The Epilog Mini 24 laser cutter utilises a high powered laser to make precision cuts and engravings in a variety of materials, such as paper, wood, acrylic and glass. It has a table size of 24" x 12". It has the ability to engrave or cut cylindrical items, like bottles or glasses with the Rim-Drive Rotary Attachment.
This is restricted to certified users
Help Guide(s)
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Available Software
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The MakerBot Replicator+ is a very user friendly device that customers can operate themselves. Makerbots work by melting a plastic filament, then extruding the liquid through a brass nozzle – just like a hot glue gun. The liquid quickly cools and hardens into shape.
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The MakerBot Replicator+ is a very user friendly device that customers can operate themselves. Makerbots work by melting a plastic filament, then extruding the liquid through a brass nozzle – just like a hot glue gun. The liquid quickly cools and hardens into shape.
Available at
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The MakerBot Replicator+ is a very user friendly device that customers can operate themselves. Makerbots work by melting a plastic filament, then extruding the liquid through a brass nozzle – just like a hot glue gun. The liquid quickly cools and hardens into shape.
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