Tools

This page contains a list of the tools available in the Maker Hub. Please see the Tool Room page for more information.

Tool Name	Description	Image	Has category
A.C. Clampmeter	This instrument can be clamped over a wire to measure the current flowing through it.		Electronic Devices
AC/DC Current Clamp	A current clamp is a device that measures electric current flowing through a wire, cable, busbar, or other conductor.		Hand Tools
Analog Discovery 2	A USB oscilloscope, logic analyzer, and multi-function instrument that allows users to measure, visualize, generate, record, and control mixed-signal circuits of all kinds.		Electronic Devices
Arduino Uno	Arduino Uno is an open-source microcontroller board based on the Microchip ATmega328P microcontroller. It is a Single circuit board that can be programmed and comprises of 14 digital input/output pins (of which 6 can be used as PWM outputs), 6 analog inputs, a 16 MHz ceramic resonator, a USB connection, a power jack, an ICSP header and a reset button.		Electronic Devices
BTMN Board	ARM training board used in ENGE320. Coupled with the Arduino Zero. Shield includes an AMOLED display, joystick, DPAD, RGB LED's, accelerometer, SD Card slot, and a piezo buzzer.		Electronic Devices
Basys 3 FPGA Board	FPGA training board used in ENGE220. Has a bank of switches, buttons, LCD display, 7-Segment display, piezo buzzer, stepper motor driver, and more!		Electronic Devices
Battery Charger	This is a battery charger for lead acid batteries.		Miscellaneous
Battery Terminal Cleaner	A wire brush designed to remove corrosion and contaminants from the terminals of a car battery.		Hand Tools
Bolt Cutters	Powerful cutting tool to cut through thick metal pieces.		Hand Tools
Bottle Jack	This is a hydraulic jack and can be used for lifting heavy objects. Never put anything under heavy objects that you wouldn't want crushed.		Miscellaneous
Bubble Level	A bubble level has many uses including, but not limited to verify plumb and level. Some of the many uses include picture and sign hanging, post installation, machine leveling.		Hand Tools
Caulking Gun	A tool which holds tubes of caulk and is used to seal up cracks and gaps in various structures.		Hand Tools
Clippers	Also known as diagonal cutters.		Hand Tools
Cordless 1/2" Impact Driver and sockets	The impact Driver is specially designed for tightening and loosening various hex-head bolts, nuts, and lag screws. It employs both rotational force (torque) and short-burst concussive blows (impacts) to deliver an unparalleled amount of power.		Power Tools
Cordless 3/8" Impact and Bit Set	The impact Driver is specially designed for tightening and loosening various hex-head bolts, nuts, and lag screws. It employs both rotational force (torque) and short-burst concussive blows (impacts) to deliver an unparalleled amount of power.		Power Tools
Cordless Drill	You can use a cordless drill driver to drill or bore holes, drive screws, assemble furniture, and woodworking.		Hand Tools
Cordless Reciprocating Saw 20V	a handheld power saw that features a blade designed to be easily swapped out for different tasks and moves back and forth to quickly cut through a variety of materials.		Power Tools
Crimpers	For crimping things.		Hand Tools
Digilent Nexys 2	A powerful digital system design platform built around a Xilinx Spartan-3E FPGA.		Electronic Devices
Digital Calipers	Instrument used to gain a precise measurement of a material or structure.		Hand Tools
Digital Logic Probes	Probes that can be used with...		Electronic Devices
Digital Tachometer	This is an instrument that is used to measure revolutions per minute or RPM. This is a non contact device that uses light and a reflector. This device can be used to measure the RPM of a motor shaft.		Electronic Devices
Dremel	Hand powered tool with different tips, that is mostly used for craft purposes, such as carving, etching and sanding small items.		Power Tools
Electronic Scale	Device to measure weight or mass.		Electronic Devices
Eye Loupes	Small magnifying glasses.		Electronic Devices
Fluke Thermal Imager	A thermal Camera. Very Expensive.		Miscellaneous
Flux	For soldering.		Electronic Devices
Flux Brush	For soldering.		Electronic Devices
Flux Pen	For soldering.		Electronic Devices
Fume Extractor	A device which uses a fan to collect and filter harmful fumes. Always use one of these when soldering for your protection.		Electronic Devices
GoPro Camera	For Going Pro. Takes Video and Pictures. Can be used with the GoPro Accessories in the GoPro accessory kit.		Miscellaneous
Handheld Multimeter	An instrument for conducting measurements on a circuit. They can measure DC voltage, AC RMS Voltage, current, resistance, and more. Multimeters are essential tools for testing or troubleshooting a circuit.		Electronic Devices
Heat Gun	A power tool that emits a stream of hot air, usually at temperatures between 100 °C and 550 °C (200-1000 °F), with some hotter models running around 760 °C (1400 °F), which can be held by hand		Power Tools
Heat Sink Clip	Heat sink clip for soldering.		Electronic Devices
Helium Balloon Inflator	This is connected to a helium bottle and allows the user to fill a helium balloon.		Miscellaneous
Helping Hands	An extra set of hands to hold things while soldering.		Electronic Devices
Holesaw Kit	A holesaw is used in a drill to cut perfectly round holes in a wide variety of materials		Power Tools
Impact Driver Kit	An impact driver is a tool that is used to drive screws and bolts. It is designed to deliver high torque output with minimal exertion by the user. Impact drivers are ideal for driving large screws and bolts more efficiently than the average compact drill. This set includes various bits that will fit into an impact driver.		Miscellaneous
LED Worklight	A really bright light for illuminating an area.		Miscellaneous
Laser Thermometers	Handheld device that can display temperature readout on it after scanning portions of an object or area with the built-in laser. They tend to be inaccurate when measuring shiny objects, putting some non-reflective tape on the object can help give a better measurement.		Electronic Devices
Logic Analyzer	Used to monitor and debug various digital signals and communication busses.		Electronic Devices
Mirror	An extendable mirror for viewing hard-to-see places.		Hand Tools
Multimeter	A multimeter is a measuring instrument that can measure multiple electrical properties. A typical multimeter can measure voltage, resistance, and current, in which case can be used as a voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter. Some feature the measurement of additional properties such as temperature and capacitance.		Electronic Devices
Needle Nose Pliers	Skinny pliers.		Hand Tools
PCB Tweezers	Tweezers for PCBs.		Electronic Devices
Phone Gimbel Set	A tool used to stabilize a phone so that it can be rotated around an axis		Miscellaneous
Pipe Cutters	A tool used to cut pipe.		Hand Tools
Portable Vise	A vice grip for holding things.		Miscellaneous
Pressure Gauges	For measuring pressure.		Miscellaneous
Pressure Regulator	This is for reducing the air pressure of a compressed air bottle.		Miscellaneous
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