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04 Equipment & materials

What we can make, and from what

We describe our machines by what they can do for you, not by model names. Specs are below; we choose materials together.

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3D printing

EQ-01

What we can do

  • From palm-sized parts to desktop-sized enclosures
  • Stiff, tough or flexible parts
  • One prototype to a small batch, repeated on the same settings
Specs
Technology FDM / FFF
Printers 4 enclosed desktop FDM printers
Build volume up to 256 × 256 × 256 mm; larger parts are split and joined
Layer height 0.08–0.28 mm
Materials PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA
Multi-color / multi-material yes, up to 4 colors per part

Laser engraving & cutting

EQ-02

What we can do

  • Engraving on wood, leather, card and acrylic
  • Cutting parts, inserts and templates from sheet
  • Logos on boxes and packaging
Specs
Laser type CO₂
Power 80 W
Work area 600 × 400 mm
Cutting thickness plywood / MDF up to 6 mm, acrylic up to 8 mm
Materials cut: wood, MDF, acrylic, leather, card, felt · engrave: also glass, stone, anodized aluminum
Rotary (cylinder engraving) yes — mugs, bottles, tumblers
Laser engraving & cutting

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Materials

General properties below. What we have in stock changes from time to time — just ask.

PLA Properties: Easy to print, stiff, clean surface finish. Poor heat resistance — starts softening around 55–60 °C. Good for: Form studies, models, indoor parts Process: 3D printing (FDM) In stock: Yes
PETG Properties: Tougher and more heat-resistant than PLA, slightly flexible, better moisture and chemical resistance. Good for: Functional parts, clips, enclosures Process: 3D printing (FDM) In stock: Yes
TPU Properties: Flexible and rubber-like, absorbs impact, gives a grippy surface. Good for: Cases, gaskets, feet, grips Process: 3D printing (FDM) In stock: Yes
ABS / ASA Properties: Heat- and impact-resistant; ASA is also UV-stable. Needs an enclosed printer. Good for: Outdoor parts, electronics housings Process: 3D printing (FDM) In stock: Yes
Plywood (birch) Properties: Light and strong; laser-cut edges darken and engraving gives a warm contrast. Good for: Boxes, stands, organizers, inserts Process: Laser cutting / engraving In stock: Yes
MDF Properties: Smooth, even surface, economical; sensitive to moisture, dark edges. Good for: Templates, models, packaging inserts Process: Laser cutting / engraving In stock: Yes
Acrylic (PMMA) Properties: Clear or colored, polished cut edges. Not every laser type can cut clear acrylic. Good for: Lids, signs, stand and display parts Process: Laser cutting / engraving In stock: Yes — clear and colors
Leather (veg-tanned) Properties: Engraves crisply with a natural mark. Chrome-tanned leather is not laser-safe. Good for: Tags, key fobs, accessories Process: Laser cutting / engraving In stock: On request
Card / greyboard Properties: Fast and cheap; ideal for fold and fit tests. Good for: Box and insert prototypes Process: Laser cutting In stock: Yes

! We don’t laser-cut PVC or vinyl: it releases toxic, corrosive gas when burned.

Files we accept

  • 3D

    • .stl
    • .step
    • .obj
    • .3mf
  • Laser / vector

    • .svg
    • .dxf
    • .ai
    • .pdf
  • Sketch / photo

    • .jpg
    • .png

Got an idea? Let’s start there.