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Tools & Machines

Here’s a list of the tools, machines and materials available in the Makerspace & Lab. 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. If you visit us during the Support Hours, our Makerspace Instructors will be around to help you with your questions.

NOTE:

To use an advanced machine, you’ll need a Machine Introduction before getting started. Check out the individual machines for more information.
Use of the Life Science Lab and all machines therein requires project onboarding and a general lab safety introduction.

Textile Printing Press

Textile Printing Press to transfer textile foil onto your fabric.

  • Working Area 38x38 cm

Manual: Printing Press

Ask a Makerspace Instructor during a Support Hour if you have questions on how to use it.

Embroidery Machine

SPH Hönggerberg:

0 of 1 available

SPH Zentrum:

0 of 1 available

Elna Expressive 830

  • Computer controlled
  • Max embroidery area 200 x 200 mm
  • Mono or Multichromatic designs

60 min introduction required.

Manual: Embroidery Machine

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Industrial Sewing Machine (Hönggerberg)

SPH Hönggerberg:

0 of 1 available

Hönggerberg: Pfaff 1183

Straight sticht only but through thick materials and very fast.

15 min introduction required.

Manual: Sewing Station

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Sewing Machine Bernina B485

SPH Hönggerberg:

0 of 1 available

SPH Zentrum:

1 of 1 available

Bernina B485

Modern sewing machine with many different stitches.

30 min introduction required.

Manual: Bernina B485

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Overlock Sewing Machine

SPH Hönggerberg:

1 of 1 available

SPH Zentrum:

1 of 1 available

Bernina Overlock Machine L460

  • For finishing your sewing projects
  • 3 stitches available (black and white colour thread)

15 min introduction required.

Manual: Overlock Machine

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Hand tools
  • Screwdrivers Wrenches
  • Pliers
  • Hammer
  • Saws
  • Sanding tools
  • Measuring tools
  • Cutting instruments


General Introduction is required to use the tools.

Singer Sewing Machine

Singer Tradition 2273

  • Mechanical sewing machine.
  • For everyday sewing and basic garment repairs.
  • Well-suited for beginners.

Ask a Makerspace Instructor during a Support Hour if you have questions how to use it.

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