This page lists all tools, materials, and equipment available in the OISE Makerspace for in-space use. All items must remain in the makerspace and are not available for loan. For machines requiring training, visit the Tools & Equipment page.
1. Hand Tools
| Tool | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pliers (General) | Standard pliers for gripping, bending, and cutting wire | Use appropriate size for task |
| 10-Piece Jewelry Pliers Set | For assembling, shaping, and cutting thin metal wire and components | Handle with care — sharp edges |
| Screwdrivers | Various sizes for assembly and disassembly tasks | |
| Box Cutter | For scoring and cutting materials such as cardboard and foam | Cut away from body; retract blade when not in use |
| Scissors | General-purpose cutting | Keep sharp; store safely |
| Jewelry Saw Frame + Blades | Adjustable saw frame with 144 blades for cutting metal | Bench Pin Clamp included for stabilizing material |
| Bench Pin Clamp | Holds material steady on the table while sawing or filing | |
| Steel Bench Block & Stamping Hammer | For hammering textures and transferring stamp patterns onto metal | |
| Hammer Set | General-purpose hammers | |
| Double-Faced Soft Hammer | Plastic and rubber head; for leather crafts and soft forming | Won't mar surfaces |
| Punch Disc Cutter | Cuts sheet metal into precise round shapes | Use with bench block |
| Metal File Set | Large carbon steel files + needle files for metal, wood, plastic, 3D prints | |
| Wood Ring Clamp | Holds small objects securely — protects fingers during delicate work | |
| Universal Table Vise | Clamps to work surface; holds large pieces of wood, metal, or resin | |
| Heavy Duty Metal Cutter Shears | Cuts copper and brass sheets | Use appropriate shear for material thickness |
2. Power & Electronic Tools
Drills & Rotary Tools
| Tool | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hand Drill | Cordless electric drill for drilling holes in wood, plastic, and soft metals | Check drill bit is secure; wear eye protection |
| Dremel — Flexible Shaft Rotary Tool (×4) | Forward/reverse rotary tool for engraving, polishing, drilling, and finishing | NOT for cutting |
| Rotary Tool Accessories Kit / Dremel Bits (×2) | Full accessory set for use with the Dremel rotary tool | Match bit to material and task |
| Sandpaper Rolls Set | For use with the Flexible Shaft Rotary Tool on small pieces | |
| Oscillating Sander (for crafts) | Sands wood, plastic, and metal surfaces | Wear dust mask and eye protection |
| Desk Vacuum Cleaner | Removes dust and debris from the work surface | Empty regularly |
Electronics Bench Tools
| Tool | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Soldering Station & Rework Station | Precision soldering for electronics assembly and rework | Work in ventilated area; avoid touching tip; wash hands after use |
| Multimeter | Measures voltage, current, and resistance in electronic circuits | Verify probe connections before measuring |
| Heat Gun | Applies concentrated heat for shaping acrylic and heat-shrink sheets | Point away from people; surface will be HOT |
3. Craft & Making Tools
| Tool | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| LED UV Lamp | Cures UV resin | Clean after each use |
| Resin Jewelry Casting Molds (small) | Small silicone molds for UV and regular resin (e.g., gemstone shapes) | Clean after each use |
| Resin Molds (large) | Larger silicone molds for UV and regular resin | Clean after each use |
| UV Resin Tools Kit | Mixing sticks, spreaders, and related tools for resin work | Clean after each use |
| Resin Sanding & Polishing Kit | Sanding and polishing supplies for resin, metal, paper, and wood | |
| Steel Punch Press Tool | Letter and number metal stamp set for pressing patterns into metal | |
| Deckle (Paper-Making Frame) | Includes pulp, plastic whisk, and spoon — for making handmade paper | |
| Wet Felting Tool Set | For wet felting techniques | Use with soap and water |
| Scissors (Craft) | General-purpose craft scissors |
Note: Please keep all tools and materials in the makerspace. They are for in-space use only.
4. Electronics & Computing
Microcontrollers & Single-Board Computers
| Item | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 Kit | Complete starter kit with board, breadboard, wires, and components | Return all kit parts when finished |
| Arduino Uno R4 with Wi-Fi | Upgraded Arduino with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support | Return all kit parts when finished |
| Micro:bit Kit | BBC Micro:bit with accessories; ideal for introductory physical computing | Return all kit parts when finished |
| Raspberry Pi | Full single-board Linux computer for advanced projects | Ask staff for availability |
Components & Accessories
| Item | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors Kit | Variety pack of sensors (temperature, motion, light, etc.) | Return all components after use |
| Motors | DC motors and servo motors for robotics and kinetic projects | Return after use |
| Water Pump | Small submersible pump for creative installations | Return after use |
| Wires Kit | Jumper wires, alligator clips, and breadboard connectors | Keep sorted by type |
Cameras & Extended Reality
| Item | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GoPro Camera | Action camera for documentation and project capture | Return with all accessories |
| VR Sets | Virtual reality headsets for immersive experiences and research | Handle with care; return in case |
| 360° Cameras | Omnidirectional cameras for immersive content creation | Return with all accessories |
Other
| Item | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lego Sets | LEGO bricks and kits for prototyping and creative making | Return all pieces to storage |
| Colours / Paints | Acrylic paints and watercolours for mixed-media projects | Replace caps; clean brushes |
| Pipe Cleaners | Flexible craft wire with fiber coating | |
| Pom-Poms | Assorted craft pom-poms | |
| Straws | Paper and plastic straws for structural and craft projects |
5. Consumable Materials
| Item | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin | Two-part regular resin for casting and coating | Mix in correct ratio; wear gloves; ventilated area |
| Crystal Clear UV Resin | UV-curable resin for quick small-scale projects | Cure under UV lamp; wear gloves |
| Acrylic Sheets — Coloured | For laser cutting or heat-forming | Laser-grade approved |
| Acrylic Sheets — Clear | For laser cutting or heat-forming | Laser-grade approved |
| Heat Shrink Sheets | Shrink and shape using heat gun | |
| Natural Dry Paper Pulp | For making handmade paper with the deckle | |
| Jewelry Making Supplies Kit | Beads, wires, silver pendants, jump rings, tweezers, thimble ring | |
| Thin Reed Strip Material | Flexible wood strips for sculptural and creative art projects | |
| Brass Sheet | Thin brass sheet for cutting and stamping | Use with appropriate shears |
| Brass Wire (6-pack) | Brass and copper wire for jewellery and sculpture | |
| Copper Sheet | Thin copper sheet for cutting and stamping | |
| Felting Wool — Undyed | Natural wool for needle or wet felting | |
| Felting Wool — Coloured | Dyed wool in various colours for needle or wet felting | |
| Soap (Pure Olive Oil, Fragrance Free) | Used in the wet felting process | |
| Liquid School Glue | Multi-purpose craft glue | Replace cap after use |
| Mini Micro Drill Bit Set | For use with the Electric Mini Drill Press — small sizes break easily | Keep 2 sets on hand |
| Cement / Quick-Set Concrete | For sculptural and structural making projects | Mix only as needed; wear gloves |
| Pigments | Colour pigments for resin, paper, and paint projects | Label containers; keep sealed |
| Tape (assorted) | Masking, painter's, and adhesive tapes |
6. Protection Equipment
| Item | Description | When required |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Work Gloves | Protects hands during heavy-duty tool use | CNC mill, laser cutter, metal work |
| Disposable Gloves | Protects hands from resins, chemicals, and fine materials | Epoxy or UV resin work |
| Protection Eyewear | Safety glasses for eye protection | Drilling, sanding, milling, laser operations |
| Dust Masks | Filters fine particles and dust | Sanding and cutting operations |
| Aprons (×4) — Washable | Full-coverage apron to protect clothing | Resin and paint work |
Note: If you are unsure which PPE is required for a specific activity, ask a staff member before proceeding.
