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Band Saw

Woodshop Tools

When to use: Band saws are great for curved cuts and very thin cuts. This tool is mostly used for smaller cuts and is one of the least accurate saws available.  Safety: Cuts that have a tight curve can make the blade bind, this should be avoided by notchi...

Woodshop Rules

Woodshop

Proper personal protective equipment is non-negotiable, including Closed toed shoes while inside the woodshop Safety glasses or goggles are required when any tool is running in the shop No gloves while operating machinery  Dangling objects must be tied...

Safety Information

Woodshop

Exits There are two exterior exits on either side of the woodshop. There are also three exits into the common areas of the makerspace; one near the table saw, one near the wood storage area, and one near the metalworking area. First-aid There is a first aid...

Lost and Found

Electronics

Loose Items: Small misplaced items (e.g. electronic parts) can be found in a small bin on the shelf. If you find something, leave it in the box. If an item is larger than the box then it will be classified as an item without a parking ticket.

Tool Areas

Member Handbook

The makerspace is organized into separate tool or interest areas. Each area has a focus on a specific area of expertise, and has tools, equipment, or resources associated with it. Every tool area has at least one area lead, and possibly tool champions and trai...

Closing / Lock-up

Member Handbook

Because there are members who use the space at all different times of the day and night, we ask that you take some time before leaving to ensure that you have cleaned up and secured any tools or tool areas you were working in. If there are only one or two oth...

Membership

Member Handbook

In order to become a member of the makerspace, you must: be at least 16 years of age (with parental consent), or 18 years in your own right agree to abide by makerspace rules and policies, including the Code of Conduct not have had your membership previou...

Introduction and General Rules

Member Handbook

These are the rules of Bellingham Makerspace. The board may amend these policies at any time by majority vote in two successive board meetings. These rules govern our members, and are supplemented by policies that apply to all members, guests, and visitors. ...

Leadership

Member Handbook

The makerspace leadership is best described as "loosely hierarchical do-ocracy". Overall leadership is vested in the board, who then delegates to volunteer area leads, tool champions, and paid staff. That said, rough consensus and proof of concept are often t...

Children

Member Handbook

Children are welcome and encouraged in our community! Members may bring their children of any age to the makerspace under the guest policy. Tool Use Children age 8 and up may use simple tools under the active supervision of their parents. Children age 12 an...

What's the wifi password?

Frequently asked questions

SSID bmswifi1 Password makestuff

Meeting Rules

Member Handbook References

Guiding Principle: Everyone has the right to participate in discussion if they wish; every member should get a chance to weigh in before anyone may speak a second time. Only urgent matters may interrupt a speaker. Only one thing (motion) can be discussed at a ...

Classes

Member Handbook

Bellingham Makerspace teachers are very important. We are always looking for diverse and interesting topics to add to our how-to classes. Getting Started If you are already a member of the Bellingham Makerspace, you’re interested in developing a class, and w...

Brand Guide

Branding and Marketing

Please refer to this guide for the latest information regarding Bellingham Makerspace Brand standards, tools, and resources. Click the button below to download our brand kit and access the Makerspace logos, fonts, and more.

How to use the label printer

Information Technology

We have a Brother QL-710W thermal label printer on our network! It is attached to a Raspberry Pi, which provides a very nifty web interface for it. To use this label printer: Make sure it is on. Look for a green status light; if there is no light, press th...

Computer Workstation

Electronics Computer Workstation

A computer to aid in controlling your device or surf the internet. Windows LogIn Upon power up, log in to BMS Lab User account using WiFi password.     Feel free to add a folder for your own stuff. Be aware that all stored data is public and not secure...

How to Print from Dymo LabelWriter 450

Information Technology

Open Dymo Connect application Click New, then click barcode template (Label type: Small Multipurpose Labels LW 1”x2 1/8”) Customize template where you want each element to go (maker name at top, barcode below, item name below with the price). Change barc...

Bambulabs P1P

3D Printing 3D Printers

Bambu P1P 3D Printer User Guide   Important Reminders: Do not exceed 100% printing speed: To limit excessive wear on the machines, ensure that the printing speed is kept below 100%. Do not disassemble the machines: Please refrain from taking ...

Testing out

3D Printing Testing out

Test-Out Option for 3D Printing at Bellingham Makerspace At Bellingham Makerspace, we offer a test-out option for individuals who are already proficient in 3D printing and wish to bypass the Introduction to 3D Printing class. Here's how the test-out process w...

Bambu Lab P1 Series Printer Maintenance Guide

3D Printing 3D Printer Maintenance Guide

MAINTENANCE IS DONE BY STAFF AND AREA LEADS ONLY Maintenance Frequency X-axis Carbon Rods: Frequency: Every 2 weeks Procedure: Clean with isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth. Z-axis Lead Screws: Frequency: Monthly Procedure: Cl...