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Intro to the Manual Lathe

Saturday, February 18, 2012 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (ET)

Ferndale, MI

Ticket Information

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i3 Detroit Members Ended Free  
i3 Detroit Non-Members Ended Free  

Event Details

This will be a 4 hour class on getting to know the big lathe in the metal shop.  The class will cover safety, what all the levers do, the basic cutting operations.  There will also be some hands on as we make a tool during the class.  At the end of the class there will be a kit available for $5 donation to i3 so you can make one on your own.

To participate in any of the hands on requires closed toed shoes, long pants, and no jewelry, loose clothing, or other dangly bits that could get caught in the lathe.

Other notes - Just remember that metalworking is generally oily and greasy and you cannot wear gloves.

When & Where


1481 Wordsworth St
Ferndale, MI 48220

Saturday, February 18, 2012 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (ET)


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i3 Detroit



i3 Detroit is a DIY collective in Ferndale, with tools and resources to facilitate a wide variety of projects. The name stands for "Imagine, Innovate, and Inspire".

Supported by its members but open to guests as well, i3 Detroit's facility hosts workshops and classes as often as possible. Led by volunteer instructors (mostly members), these are usually free, but may require a materials fee for participation.

When there's no class happening (and sometimes when there is!), you'll usually find members in the space, soldering, sewing, welding, sculpting, or just hanging out.

Founded in 2009, i3 Detroit has about 70 members and funds its operation mostly through member dues. Donations from students and guests are always appreciated, and have the potential to substantially increase our resources!