F03 – CNC milling machine

Presentation

Training in the use of our “Wazer” waterjet cutting machine.

The Wazer is the first “desktop” waterjet cutting machine. The principle of waterjet cutting is simple: water is projected at very high pressure, to which an abrasive agent (garnet sand) is added. The abrasive agent, carried by the power of the high-pressure jet, will reach a speed of Mach 2.5 (2.5 x the speed of sound) and thus enable the cutting of very hard elements such as stone, glass, steel, etc.

Organisation

• Max. number of participants: 4 
• Duration: 2 h
• Level: beginner
• Required equipment: none

Presentation

The Vector drawing workshop allows you to discover the Inkscape software for editing vector files. This style of digital drawing allows you to control the different machines of the Fablab Descartes: Laser cutting machine, Vinyl, Milling machine, Embroidery machine. From image vectorisation to the copying of, this workshop will make you autonomous on the use of the software.

Organisation

• Max. number of participants: 3
• Duration: 3h
• Level: beginner
• Required equipment: you can bring your laptop if you wish. In this case, the software will have to be installed. Remember to bring a 3-button mouse.

Presentation

We invite you to discover the general principle of 3D printing and its different technologies. We also discuss the main parameters for successful printing, going into more detail about the slicer’s functions and options. The aim is to enable you to serenely approach parts with “complex” shapes.

Organisation

• Max. number of participants: 4
• Duration: 1h30 + 30 min of printing
• Level: beginner
• Required equipment: none

Presentation

We review the drawing techniques suitable for this machine (line colour, thickness, line doubling, etc.) as well as the basic settings for safe production (cutting speed, laser power, etc.).

 Organisation

• Max. number of participants: 5
• Duration: 1h30 + 15 min of cutting
• Level: beginner
• Required equipment: none