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Makerspace

At Security Public Library, our mission is to meet the evolving educational, cultural, informational, and recreational needs of the public by providing modern library resources and services. That is why we are so excited to bring our brand new Makerspace to the Security-Widefield Community. This new space features state-of-the-art Science and Technology resources and equipment, free for public use.*

 

*While the Makerspace is free to use, there may be a cost associated with some of the materials.

 

 

Featuring

  • 3D Printing
  • Laser Cutting and Engraving
  • A Flight Simulator
  • Microscopes
  • Sewing machines
  • Tools
  • Cricut
  • Internet hotspots
  • Car Code Reader and more!

Winter Workshop Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9:30am - 11:30am
Thursday 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday  9:30am - 11:30am
Saturday 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sunday Closed

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Our Makerspace tools and equipment are available to use for library card holders.  An Introductory Class is required before use of the 3D Printers, Glowforge, and Cricut machine.   

All Makerspace users must sign a Waiver and Terms of Use Agreement and agree to the Makerspace Guidelines before any Makerspace equipment or resources may be used. 

Children in the Makerspace:

  •  For Makerspace patrons aged 17 and under, parents must sign a youth waiver. 
  • Patrons aged 15 and under may use the Makerspace if supervised by an adult certified in the use of any equipment used. 
  • Children under the age of 2 are not permitted in the Makerspace without supervision. 
To use the Makerspace:

We offer a variety of classes in which you can learn to operate the machine of your choosing.  (Please note: Registration for all classes will open one week in advance of class dates.)

If you would rather learn one-on-one or want to learn something specific, you can reserve a machine by clicking on it, then using the date selector to find the next available time slot. If you need help, call us at 719-391-3196.

 
picture of a list of items in SPL Makerspace

3D Printers

Type of printer- Prusa i3 MK3S+

3D Printer Build area: 250mm x 210mm x 210mm (9.84 in 8.3 in x  8.3 in)
3D Printer Required Filament diameter: 1.75mm

PLA only- Must use library supplies 

3d printer image

 

Cricut

Product Type: Electronic cutting machine

Area: 11.5 width, length depending on material and mat size

Model: Cricut explore

Compatible Material: Fabric, Leather, Metal, Paper, Vinyl

Cutter Type: Die-cut

Type: Cutter

Cricut machine

eColor Poster Printer (24")

No Introductory Class is need to use this piece of equipment!

Two ways to use the printer*:

1. Need help designing your poster? Book the machine during open session hours. 

2. Have a completed design and just need to print? Walk-in service (no need to register). If staff is available, we can print your design while you wait. If staff is not available, we will call you when your print is ready. 

View the price list

*Please note: All files must be in either .pdf or .jpg format.

With unparalleled color and fine line detail, the ecolor+ series 2 Poster Printer makes it simple to produce high-quality posters, banners, decals, and more. Use the proprietary design software from your home or the expanded version on our Makerspace computer. You can also use Canva or other favorite design platform. Just bring a .pdf, .png, or .jpg file to quickly print your design! Posters can be up to 24" wide and however long you would like!

  • Built in hard drive and USB port for walk-up flash drive printing

  • Pigment-based ink for indoor/outdoor printing 

  • NEW color match technology for exact shade match - with only 5 inks instead of 8 or 12

  • Full-license Poster Artist design software for PC and Mac users​

  • NEW Canva templates available for all users, including Chromebooks

  • Wireless printing from a computer, iPhone or iPad

 

eColor poster printer at SPL

Glow Forge Laser Engraver

Glowforge 3D Laser Printer Plus

Max Cutting - 1/2"

Max Engraving - 2"

Printable size - 19.5" x 11"

Compatible with JPG, PNG, SVG, PDF files

Glowforge Laser Printer

 

Flight Simulator

The Jay Velocity by Redbird Flight with RD1 Rudder Pedals

Flight Software - Lockheed Martin Prepar3D v5
Primary Flight Control - Redbird professional-grade yoke system

Visuals 27-inch LCD monitor (1920 x 1080 pixels) with Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Video Card
CPU Intel 12th Generation i7
Memory 16GB DDR4
Storage 500GB M.2 NVMe SSD
Operating System Windows 11 Professional (64-bit)
Flight Simulation Software Lockheed Martin Prepar3D v5
Primary Flight Control Redbird professional-grade yoke system
Throttle Quadrant "Boat style" controls for throttle and mixture
Jay Velocity Flight Simulator

Cold Laminator

Easy to use eCool cold laminator allows you to laminate full-size posters and banners easily and conveniently . 

25″ COLD LAMINATOR

  • No heat

  • No electricity

  • No smell

  • No warm up time

  • Double-sided, edge-to-edge lamination

Book the Cold Laminator or Poster Printer

eCool Laminator at SPL