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Overview
The Ballard Fab Lab is an off-campus facility with a variety of resources and uses. The fabrication lab includes a 3d printing and scanning, wood shop, metal shop, electronics lab, CAD workstations, flexible space, classroom space and office space. The lab is located about 3 miles West of the main University of Washington campus.
Address / Directions
4365 6th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107
Google Map
By bike, follow the Burke Gillman Trail to 7th Ave NW.
By bus, take either the 31 or 32 to Ballard and either walk to the lab or transfer to the 28 or 40. The 43 or 44 bus will also get you within walking distance to the lab. For bus route information, visit google bus map for directions.
The Ballard Lab is not open to the public. To visit the lab or arrange a tour, please contact the lab manager.
The Ballard lab is alarmed.
Machine Instructions
Universal Laser Cutter
3D Printing
LPKF
CNC Tools and Software
Grasshopper - Parametric modeling plugin for Rhino. Lets you generate models algorithmically using a patcher-based workflow, like Quartz Composer or Max/MSP. Windows only.
RhinoPython: Python scripting for Rhino (Windows & Mac)
Shop Manuals
Ballard Shop Manuals
Supplements manuals in binder located in shop
Materials
Where to Shop for Fabrication Supplies
Online metals discount code: UW Student (10%)
Material Storage Policy - Materials in racks and bins are free to use unless they have an orange tag. The orange tags are require the following information: name/email, date materials will be used by (not to exceed one quarter) and an understanding that after the date we can throw the materials away or make them available for community use without further notice.
Fabrication Tutorials
See our Tutorials Wiki Page for lots of tutorials!
Exhibition Space Reservation Calendar
Description
The Ballard Lab has an exhibition space that students may reserve for temporary use. It measures 15 feet by 30 feet and has five white walls, a cement floor, and ample power outlets. Users may mount equipment to the walls using screws, etc. However, when the temporary use is over, the walls must be returned to their original condition. (Contact the lab staff for advice on appropriate methods.)