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Very well rounded.

Edward Iglesias


On Fri, Feb 28, 2014 at 10:57 AM, Kevin French <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Here's the handout content (I don't know how well attachments work with
> the list) I came up with for our local tech librarian group.
>
> Makerspace portable program kit
>
> Based on what I’ve found and feedback I’ve gotten I think the basic kit
> would cost about $1500.  The backbone of the kit should include a large,
> portable, rugged case sufficient for the basic tools and consumables.  I
> left out consumables in the prediction because I wasn’t sure how many
> consumables to put in because some libraries likely already have first aid
> kits, fire extinguishers etc… and may even have safety glasses, gloves
> etc.. from youth programs.  Further considerations for tools and
> consumables can be found here http://makerspace.com/resources and here
> (starting on page 9)
> http://makerspace.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/hsmakerspacetoolsmaterials-201204.pdf
>        Tecra Tools offers a well-rounded electro-mechanical tool kit in a
> sturdy, roller case.
>        $1257
>        http://www.tecratools.com/pages/service/83000.html
>        Breadboard
>        $14
> 
> http://www.amazon.com/microtivity-IB751-750-point-Experiment-Breadboard/dp/B008A9UORM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386878510&sr=8-141&keywords=breadboard
>        Helping Hands
>        $17
> 
> http://www.amazon.com/SE-Power-Illuminated-Helping-Magnifier/dp/B002NVT92O/ref=pd_sim_sbs_e_4
>        Glue gun
>        $15
> 
> http://www.amazon.com/Surebonder-DT-280F-Dual-Temperature-Full/dp/B000J2D8QC/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1386876055&sr=8-9&keywords=glue+gun
>         Sewing Machine
>        $80-$200
> 
> http://www.amazon.com/2259-Tradition-Free-Arm-19-Stitch-Machine/dp/B0051HJ6JS/ref=sr_1_3/182-2949519-8111568?ie=UTF8&qid=1386875505&sr=8-3&keywords=singer+sewing+machine
>        Use examples
>        http://www.engadget.com/2013/07/30/ben-heck-bicycle-turn-signal/
>        http://makerspace.com/maker-news/educators-workshop-review-sewing
>        Lilipad(s) Perhaps one for the kit with the idea that libraries
> doing a program focusing would gather funds for more.
>        $21.95
>        http://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/ArduinoBoardLilyPad
> Some type of Raspberri Pi set up like
>        Raspberri Pi Ultimate Starter Kit
>         $89
> 
> http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G1PNG54/ref=as_li_ss_til?tag=thebacgla-20&camp=0&creative=0&linkCode=as4&creativeASIN=B00G1PNG54&adid=1TP8EAQY386ZRDD42BZZ
> Or
>        Kano Kit
>        $99
> 
> http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alexklein/kano-a-computer-anyone-can-make/
> 
> http://www.wired.com/design/2013/12/for-99-you-can-make-your-own-computer/
>
> Cool but not necessary
>
>        Sugru
>        $18
> 
> http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G1PNG54/ref=as_li_ss_til?tag=thebacgla-20&camp=0&creative=0&linkCode=as4&creativeASIN=B00G1PNG54&adid=1TP8EAQY386ZRDD42BZZ
>        Getting started with soldering kit
>        $64.99
> 
> http://www.makershed.com/Make_Getting_Started_with_Soldering_Kit_p/msgsws.htm?Click=127972
>
> For younger Makers
>
>        littleBits Base Kit
>        $75
> 
> http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ECWSL0I/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00ECWSL0I&linkCode=as2&tag=jasobjoneshomepa
>        MakeyMake
>        $50
> 
> http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008SFLEPE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008SFLEPE&linkCode=as2&tag=jasobjoneshomepa
> Related links
>
>
>
> Make Magazine                           http://makezine.com/
> Make it at your library
> http://www.makeitatyourlibrary.org/
> Maker Bus (Thanks Marilyn and Joe)      http://dhmakerbus.com/about/
>
>
> Kevin French, MSLIS
> Systems Librarian
> GMILCS, Inc.
> 31 Mount Saint Mary's Way
> Hooksett, NH 03106-4400
> (603)485-4286
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
> Edward Iglesias
> Sent: Thursday, February 27, 2014 15:33
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: [CODE4LIB] Tool Library 2.0
>
> Hello All,
>
> A colleague and I were recently asked to help create a "tool library for
> makerspaces" for a local state library consortia. The idea being they would
> lend out kits such as Arduino's with breadboards to libraries that are
> thinking of setting up some kind of makerspace but unsure where to start.
>
> So any of you have any "must haves" for such a collection.  I'm thinink
>
> soldering irons
> arduinos
> Raspberry Pis
> Flora
> breadboards
> lots of connectors
> leds
>
> etc...
>
> Thanks,
>
> Edward Iglesias
>