Tool Guides
Manuals, tutorials, and resources for every clearance tool and many open tools in the shop. The main list is quite large and alphabetical, so you may wish to use your browser's search function, Bookstack search, or one of the quick views below to locate the tool you're looking for.
Conference room teleconferencing
Overview The teleconferencing equipment in the conference room consists of: A rolling stand w...
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3D Printing - 3D Printers
Chopper: Prusa MK2s by Prusa 3D Artoo, Threepio: Prusa MK3s by Prusa 3D Kaytoo: CR10 MAX + H...
Manual(s)
Prusa Mk2s Manual Prusa Mk3s Manual Creality CR10 Manual
Member Notes
3DBenchy File Kaytoo Print bed settings: 440x440mm. X -15mm, Y -25
Resources
Prusa Knowledge Base All3DP Printing Tutorials 3DPPGH Discord Server - Local 3D...
Tool Tutorial
(Link to PDF Tutorial) Warnings 🚫Do not use unapproved filaments at Protohaven. It could lead t...
Air Tools - Air Compressor
Eaton PRS0070003 Clearance: everybody can use the air, but only techs and maintenance crew s...
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: PRS0070...
Member Notes
Resources
3d Print file for the air filter cages: Air Comp Filter.step
Tool Tutorial
(Link to PDF Tool Tutorial) Pressures and Regulators ⛔ Do not adjust pressures of regulators or...
Backup (Forge) Air Compressor
This air compressor has been modified - a brass tee was installed between the tank and the check ...
Air Tools - Brad Nailer
Air Tools - Crown Stapler
Air Tools - Finish Nailer
Electronics - Digital Microscope
WKR Model 367 Digital Microscope
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Amazon link W...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Software per the guide: AMCAP for wi...
Digital Microscope Tool Tutorial
A digital microscope, like a standard microscope, makes it easier to inspect small objects. This ...
Electronics - Hot Air Rework Station
Electronics - OtherMill
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Manufacturer: Ba...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Scotch Double Sided Tape FR-1 Copper Cla...
Tool Tutorial
Warnings Operators must supervise the Othermill whenever it is in use. Operators must vacuum a...
Electronics - Reflow Oven
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: T-962 Ma...
Member Notes
Mods This printer has a series of community mods that improve it’s performance and safety https...
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
Tool Tutorial
Warnings The oven software has been replaced with the open source software from unified engineer...
Electronics - Soldering Iron
Finishing - Powder Coating Booth
Model: SpectraCoat ES-01 Manufacturer: PowderBuyThePound
Manual
Stub!
Member Notes
Powder_Coatings_Troubleshooting_Guide.pdf
Resources
Accessories If you want to buy your own powder containers to use with the shop powder coating bo...
Powder Coating Booth Tool Tutorial
Safety and Procedures Dustproof safety goggles and a NIOSH-approved respirator are recommended ...
Finishing - Powder Coating Ovens
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Small Powder Coati...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
Powder Coating Oven Tool Tutorial
We provide a large and a small powder coating oven for curing powder coated metal parts. The smal...
Finishing - Sandblaster
SkatblastUSA 1536 Champion Abrasive Blasting Cabinet
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: Skatblast...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Additional Resources Manufacturer's websi...
Sandblaster Tool Tutorial
The Setup, Operation, and Cleanup Checklists of this guide are what instructors use to ensure tha...
Graphics - Cold Laminator
Graphics - Dye Sublimation Printer
Epson SC-F570 (previously Sawgrass SG1000) Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. epson_sc_f570_...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Sawgrass s1000 ManualSawgrass "Ink Differen...
Dye Sublimation Printer Tool Tutorial
Dye sublimation is a digital printing technology that uses heat transfer to apply an image to the...
Graphics - Heat Press and Cap Press
Hotronix Maxx Cap Press, Hotronix Swinger Heat Press Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources.
Member Notes
Heat Transfer Vinyl Supplier Hotronix Swinger Press Tutorial Tips & Tricks Starting Heat Print...
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Heat Transfer Vinyl Supplier Hotronix Swin...
Tool Tutorial
Heat Press Model: Heat Press Nation Signature Series Manufacturer: Heat Press Nation ...
Jewelry - Jewelry Torch
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources.
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Silver Solder Easy https://www.riogra...
Jewelry Torch Tool Tutorial
A natural gas/oxygen torch produces carbon-free flames, (5120°F for natural gas), which is a good...
Jewelry LIquids - Pickle, Neutralizer, Water, Ultrasonics
Introduction There are a few chemicals in use in the jewelry area. Liquids, even water should ...
Jewelry - Rolling Mill
Durston Tools MINI C80
Jewelry - Kiln
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: unknown...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
Jewelry Kiln Tool Tutorial
The kiln is a custom made electric kiln with a programmable PID temperature controller that can r...
Jewelry - Tumbler
Laser - Rabbit Laser (1 & 2)
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: Rabbit QX...
Materials
Approved and prohibited materials for the laser cutters. Approved Materials for Rabbit Laser Cut...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Lightburn Basic Features Walk-throughLightb...
Rabbit Laser Tool Tutorial
A laser cutter is used to mark, engrave, or cut a wide variety of materials. They work a lot like...
Laser - Trotec (3)
Trotec Speedy 300 C80
Community Laser Files
"T" shaped hold down laser cutter file: t_holddown_trotec.svg Wide base hold down: Tees 2024...
Trotec manuals
8011 Speedy 300 Service Manual.pdf operating-manual-Speedy-300-8066-en-us.pdf SP300_Beam_alignm...
Trotec Rotary Tool Guide
Manuals: Rotary-guide-formatted-electronic-5-18.pdf operating-manual-Speedy-300-8066-en-us.pdf ...
Trotec Tool Guide - Flat Cutting and Engraving
The Trotec Laser can cut and engrave a variety of materials from a digital file in fine detail. P...
Measuring - Hardness Tester
Measuring - Surface Plate
Forge - Belt Grinder
Forge - Forge
History
July 2025 Propane Regulators Q: What’s up with the “do not touch” on the forge’s propane regula...
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: Mr. Volcano...
Member Notes
Forge 1 and Forge 2 have original kaowool, and should not be used when the insulation is exposed....
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
Tool Tutorial
The blacksmithing area is a collection of very simple tools. The work of learning forging is prac...
Forge - Power Hammer
General Metals - Bench Grinders (Steel & Aluminum)
General Metals - Chop Saw
Evolution S355 MCS
Manual(s)
https://store.evolutionpowertools.com/products/evolution-s355mcs-mitre-chop-saw-heavy-duty-meta...
Member Notes
Resources
Tool Tutorial
Introduction The Evolution S355MCS Mitre Saw is a powerful tool designed for cutting various m...
Tool Tutorial - Notes
Safety-Oriented User Guide for the Evolution S355MCS Mitre Saw The Evolution S355MCS Mitre Saw i...
General Metals - Disc Grinder
General Metals - Shop Press
General Metals - Vertical Bandsaw
Manual(s)
Manual
Materials
Approved Materials and Speeds The following table lists appropriate speeds for using the bimetal...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
Tool Tutorial
Jet 1610 Vertical Metal Bandsaw Introduction The Jet 1610 Vertical Metal Bandsaw is a manually ...
Industrial Metals - Cold Saw
Jet J-FK350-2K Clearance: Required
Industrial Metals - Horizontal Bandsaw
Jet J-7040M, 10" x 16" Horizontal Mitering Bandsaw Clearance: Required
Industrial Metals - Ironworker
* Edwards 55-ton Hydraulic Ironworker with PowerLink Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. IronWorker- IW55...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Useful Links Machine manufacturers we...
Ironworker Tool Tutorial
The ironworker’s main strength is its versatility. It can shear, punch, and notch a variety of di...
Pipe Bender Tool Tutorial
The tube and pipe bender is a quick-connect hydraulic tool that expands the capabilities of the I...
Industrial Metals - Surface Grinder
Machining - Manual Metal Lathe
Jet GH-1440W-3, Geared Head Lathe Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Manual Lathe Man...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Where to buy consumables McMaster-Carr is ...
Supporting Long Stock
If you are using a long piece of stock on the metal lathe that extends through the headstock and ...
Tool Tutorial
Manual Metal Lathe The lathe is used to make parts with radial symmetry and can be used to make ...
Machining - Manual Mill
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Manual Mill-M_69...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. http://www.mcmaster.com/ McMaster-Carr. M...
Tool Tutorial
JET Vertical Mill Loose clothing should not be worn around the mill. ABSOLUTELY NO GLOVES may be...
Machining - Pantograph
Drive Belt
The drive belt is a 4mm polyurethane cut at 60". The ends are joined by heating with a heat knife...
Manuals
Operating Instructions: Phanograph Operating Instructions.pdf Spare Parts: Phanograph Spare P...
Resources For Pantograph
60 degree engraving bits are a great place to start. These are the ones used in the class: Amaz...
Tool Tutorial
The pantograph is a tool that's especially useful for engraving - maker's marks etc. It uses a te...
Machining - Tormach
Tormach PCNC 770 Aluminum Mill Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. pcnc_770_product...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. The Tormach document library C...
Tool Tutorial
CNC Metal Mill (Tormach 770) The Tormach can cut a diverse range of materials from aluminum, bra...
Sheet Metals - Shrinker/Stretcher
Welding & Plasma Cutting - CNC Plasma Cutter
Hypertherm Powermax65 with CNC Router Parts PRO CNC Plasma Kit Clearance: Required
Filling and Draining the Plasma Table
Filling and Draining the Plasma Table The plasma table is made from aluminum and has steel sla...
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Avid Pro ...
Member Notes
Fusion Plasma Post Processer protohaven mach3 plasma.cps Speeds and Feeds as of 3/3/2026
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
Tool Tutorial
CNC Plasma Cutter (Avid Pro) The Avid Pro Plasma 4x8 CNC system plus Hypertherm PowerMax 65 plas...
Welding & Plasma Cutting - Manual Plasma Cutter
A plasma cutter is a tool that cuts conductive metals like steel, aluminum, and copper. It uses a...
Welding & Plasma Cutting - MIG Welder
Lincoln Electric PowerMIG 256
Welding & Plasma Cutting - TIG Welder
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: Lincoln E...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Videos
TIG Welder Tool Tutorial
The Setup, Operation, and Cleanup Checklists of this guide are what instructors use to ensure tha...
Plastics - Injection Molder
Morgan Press G-100T Injection Molder Clearance: Required
Custom (3D Printed) Molds
MoldHolder_Small_BlankVolume.step
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Injection Molder...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. www.Protomold.com Online mold design guidel...
Tool Tutorial
Morgan Industries G-100T Injection Molding Machine The injection-molding machine forms plastic p...
Plastics - Plastic Dryer
Plastics - Plastic Shredder
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: Preciou...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. The reason we love the global Precious Plas...
Tool Tutorial
This machine allows you to shred plastic into small flakes. Always use the plunger to guide plas...
Plastics - Vacuum Former
Manual(s)
Formech_686_mHUB_User_Guide_.pdf Formech_686_owners_service_and_opertation.pdf Vacuum-Forming...
Member Notes
A temperature probe on the heat shield under the heater when it's pushed back would help a lot wi...
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
Tool Tutorial
Introduction Notes Safety Hot parts, Compressed air hazard, pinch points (electric assisted ...
Textiles - Consumer Sewing Machine
1-8: Singer Heavy Duty 4423 Clearance: Not required, but we offer skills & safety classes if...
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Singer Heavy Dut...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Consumables Appropriate needles and bobbin...
Tool Tutorial
Safety The needle is capable of going through your finger. Keep your fingers away from the nee...
Textiles - Embroidery Machine
Stabber: Brother PR-620 Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Operation Manual...
Member Notes
Resources
Thread For best results, use #40 Madeira polyester embroidery thread. Note that using rayo...
Tool Tutorial
Making Adjustments Members are ONLY permitted to adjust the following screws and knobs...
Textiles - Juki Straight Stitch
Juki DDL 8700 Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Juki DDL 8700 In...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Appropriate needles and bobbins are availab...
Juki Straight Stitch Tool Tutorial
This machine is great for working with long straight items like draperies and bedding using fabri...
Textiles - Juki Walking Foot
Juki Walking Foot DNU 1541s Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Juki Walking Foo...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. CONSUMABLES Appropriate needles and bobbin...
Tool Tutorial
Link to PDF Tool Tutorial: letter size walking foot 2025.pdf Link to PDF Tool Poster: TODO: fa...
Textiles - Serger
Juki Serger MO 6700 Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Juki Serger MO 6...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Needle: DC x 27 (standard) DC x 1 may be us...
Tool Tutorial
Link to PDF Tool Tutorial: Letter size serger.pdf Link to PDF Tool Poster: Serger poster 2025.p...
General Woodshop - Bandsaw
JET 14" Woodworking Bandsaw JWBS-14
General Woodshop - Belt and Disc Sander
The belt sander is great for knocking the corners and edges off of projects, and other convex con...
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: Jet JSG...
Belt and Disc Sander Tool Tutorial
The Setup, Operation, and Cleanup Checklists of this guide are what instructors use to ensure tha...
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
General Woodshop - Miter Saw
Jet 12" Sliding Dual Bevel Compound Miter Saw
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Part number: DWS77...
Member Notes
Miter Saw Tool Tutorial
The Setup, Operation, and Cleanup Checklists of this guide are what instructors use to ensure tha...
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
General Woodshop - Panel Saw
General Woodshop - Router Table
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources.
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
Router Table Tool Tutorial (TODO merge)
(Link to PDF Tool Tutorial) Router Table Clearance Required: Woodshop Basics Model: Porter C...
Router Table Tool Tutorial
The Setup, Operation, and Cleanup Checklists of this guide are what instructors use to ensure tha...
General Woodshop - Table Saw
SawStop ICS53230 5HP & SawStop PCS31230 3HP
Millwork - Drum Sander
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Grizzly G1066Z dru...
Member Notes
Resources
Motor brushes (P1066Z039V4-1) are considered to be consumable. They should both be replaced whe...
Tool Tutorial
Drum Sander The drum sander can be used to: Flatten a board face. Smooth a board face. Redu...
Millwork - Jointer
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Laguna MJOIN 8020-...
Member Notes
Stumpy Nubs - Jointer Introduction (comprehensive overview) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8ey...
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling.
Tool Tutorial
Jointer Overview A jointer is used to flatten irregular surfaces on solid wood. The jointer uses...
Millwork - Planer
Millwork - Resaw Bandsaw
JET 18" Woodworking Bandsaw JWBS-18QT-3
Resources
Default blade: 137"L x 0.75"W x 0.035"T 2/3TPI blade by Timber Wolf (1" also works)
Throat Plate File
This file should be printed with PETG or other more durable plastic, with 100% infill It also fi...
Resaw Bandsaw Tool Tutorial
The Setup, Operation, and Cleanup Checklists of this guide are what instructors use to ensure tha...
Woodshop - CNC Router
Pro CNC 5’x10' with NEMA 34 Stepper Motors using GMT Air Cooled CNC Spindle 2.2kW 220/380V 2400...
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Model: Pro CNC...
Member Notes
Vectric VCarve Pro Makerspace edition VCarve Makerspace Edition is a special version of VCarve t...
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling End Mills Manufacturer Notes Downlo...
Tool Tutorial
CNC Wood Router (Avid Pro 60x120) The Avid CNC router is used to run cutting and milling operati...
Work Holding, Clamps, and Jigs
Work holding In general, no hard metal hold downs are safe for the CNC, like screws or metal cla...
Woodshop - Mortiser
Powermatic #701
Woodshop - Pantorouter
Manual(s)
pantorouter_howto_guide.pdf pantorouter_assembly guide.pdf Pantorouter+Cart+Plans.pdf
Member Notes
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. https://www.pantorouter.com/
Tool Tutorial
This tutorial outlines how to use the Pantorouter for making repeatable, accurate, and even non...
Woodshop - Tool Grinder
Woodshop - Wood Lathe
Powermatic 4224B Clearance: Required
Manual(s)
Manuals and other reference materials from the manufacturer or other sources. Manufacturer &...
Member Notes
Glossary: www.woodturnersresource.com/extras/lathe_terms/lathe_terms.html Why you don’t use a Sp...
Resources
Where to obtain materials, consumables, and tooling. Read Pages 22-28 of the manual Ther...
Tool Tutorial
Wood Lathe A wood lathe is a machine that rotates a piece of wood on an axis and allows the oper...
General Woodshop - Scroll Saw
Hawk MB-26 Precision Scroll Saw
General Woodshop - Drill Press
Jet Step Pulley Drill Press JDP-20MF
General Woodshop - Spindle Sander
General Woodshop - Downdraft Table
Grizzly H2936
Sheet Metals - Shear
Sheet Metals - Turret Punch
Sheet Metals - Notcher
Jewelry - Shear
Sheet Metals - Finger Brake
Welding - Spot Welder
Sheet Metals - Electric Slip Roll
Welding - Oxy-Acetylene Torch
Graphics - Vinyl Cutter
Electronics - Multimeter
Rigol DM3058E
Electronics - Bench Power Supply
GW Instek adjustable, 32V, 5A
Electronics - Function Generator
Rigol DG1022A
Electronics - Oscilloscope
Rigol DS1204B