A student-run space with tools and machines for all your self-started projects and prototyping needs. All ETH students – bachelor, master and doctorate – are welcome.
Getting Started is Easy
GENERAL INTRODUCTIONS
A short General Introduction is mandatory to use the Makerspace. Just come by during the Open Hour at 4:30PM or 6:30PM and ask one of our Makerspace Managers. Remember, Open Hours could change on a weekly basis, so make sure to check timings before heading over.
MACHINE INTRODUCTIONS
To use complex machines (3D-Printers, Laser cutters, etc.) you will need a short machine-specific introduction, usually scheduled right before the Makerspace opens. Book a slot below.
WORKSHOPS (OPTIONAL)
Our fantastic Makerspace team conducts workshops specially for makers, or to teach you specific skills. Please check in on the bookings section below from time to time so you don’t miss a valuable session.
Makerspace Open Hours
Tools & Machines
Ready to get your hands dirty? Here’s a list of the tools, machines and materials available in the Makerspace. All ETH students are free to use the machines and only pay for the material.
Not sure about which tool to use or how to use it? Contact us and we can advise you on your project or put you in contact with an expert. And if you visit us during the Open Hours, our Makerspace Managers will be around to help you with your questions.
NOTE:
To use an advanced machine, you’ll need a special introduction course before getting started. Check out their individual pages for more information.
Hönggerberg:
10 of 24 availableZentrum:
17 of 24 available
Prusa I3 Mk3/Mk3S Filament Printer
30 min introduction required! Book a slot above
Manual: Prusa FDM 3D Printer
Hönggerberg:
2 of 2 availableZentrum:
1 of 2 available
Prusa SL1
30 min introduction required! Book a slot above
Hönggerberg:
2 of 2 availableZentrum:
0 of 4 available
Trotec Speedy 400
30 min introduction required! Book a slot above
Manual: Lasercutter
Shaper Origin
Cut and engrave wood, foam or plastics with basically free workpiece size.
1.5 h Introductory workshop required!
Manual: Shaper Origin
Hönggerberg:
1 of 1 available
HPZ: Protomax
Introductory workshop required!
Hönggerberg:
1 of 1 availableZentrum:
1 of 1 available
HPZ: Optimill Bf 20 Conventional
1.5 h Introductory workshop required!
Manual: Drillpress
FHK: Alduro BM-14
Ask a Manager during a Open Hour for a 10 min introduction.
Hönggerberg:
1 of 1 available
HPZ: Promac Metal band saw
Ask a Manager during a Open Hour for a 10 min introduction.
Manual: Metal Bandsaw
Hönggerberg:
1 of 1 availableZentrum:
1 of 1 available
Holzkraft Bandsaw
Ask a Manager during a Open Hour for a 10 min introduction.
Manual: Bandsaw
Hönggerberg:
0 of 1 availableZentrum:
0 of 1 available
Ask a Manager during a Open Hour for a 10 min introduction.
Manual: Miter Saw
Big belt sander for sanding down wood
Ask a Manager during a Open Hour for a 10 min introduction.
Manual: Belt Sander
Hönggerberg:
1 of 1 available
HPZ: Bantam PCB Mill
Design and test your protoype PCB right here at the Makerspace
30 min introduction required! Book a slot above
Manual: PCB Mill
Hönggerberg:
0 of 1 available
HPZ: ZB2520HL
For SMD soldering
Ask a Manager during a Open Hour for a 10 min introduction.
Manual: Reflow Oven
Ersa soldering station with the necessary consumables is available for building electronic circuits. The consumables include cables, desoldering wick, heat-shrink tubing and more. All of those are for free. In addition the Makerspace is equipped with an oscilloscope, a signal generator and lab power supplies.
Ask a Manager during a Open Hour if you have questions how to use it.
Hönggerberg:
1 of 1 availableZentrum:
0 of 1 availableFenta SL1300 Cutting Plotter
30 min introduction required! Book a slot above
Manual: Cutting Plotter
Textile Printing Press to transfer textile foil onto your fabric.
Ask a Manager during a Open Hour for a 5 min introduction.
Manual: Printing Press
Hönggerberg:
1 of 1 availableZentrum:
1 of 1 available
Elna Expressive 830
30 min introduction required! Book a slot above
Manual: Embroidery Machine
Hönggerberg:
1 of 1 available
HPZ: Pfaff 1183
Straight sticht only but through thick materials and very fast.
30 min introduction required! Book a slot above
Manual: Sewing Station
Hönggerberg:
1 of 1 availableZentrum:
1 of 1 available
FormBox
Ask a Manager during a Open Hour for a 15 min introduction.
Manual: FormBox
Did not find what you are looking for? We collaborate with other machine shops at ETH to give students access to more advanced equipment. If you are interested to use a lathe or a CNC-Drill for metal, please let us know a bit more about your needs and we can see how we can help you. Come by the Makerspace during our open hours to discuss it further.
Otherwise just come by the Makerspace to get more information about what materials we have in stock for you to use.
The general rules and procedures of the Makerspace.
The safety rules and procedures that must be observed.
A general introduction into the Makerspace.