A commitment to creating and knowledge sharing.
Our mission is to provide an uninhibited environment that promotes creativity and learning to any and all potential makers and hackers. We achieve this with our combination of collaborative work space, public classes, and the extensive knowledge base of our members.
The only Constant is Change
Arch Reactor is a constantly evolving organization, the tools-on-hand are ever changing and improving, driven by member initiatives.
Wood working
Power tools, hand tools, and specialty tools allow making just about anything out of wood
Metal working
Metal working capabilities expand and improve almost weekly as member make the tools they need
Textiles
From standard machines to industrial sewing that can handle denim and leather open many possibilities
3D printing
Several filament based 3D printers and resin printers are available, supporting projects up to 500mm3
Laser Engraving
With a 3ftx4ft cutting area our CO2 laser can cut and engrave large projects with ease
And more
Vinyl cutters, soldering, oscilloscopes, lapidary, and more!
Our 5000 ft2 reaction chamber contains a Shop full of equipment, a Lab to work on your projects, a Classroom to enrich your mind, and a Lounge where ideas can fuse together. Our space is a community workshop where members learn, collaborate, and bring ideas to life. Our members keep everything running, and our community is always working to improve the space.
Lab Area
The Lab area features a lot of table space for everyone to work on their projects in a low-dust environment. There are also many tools for working on electronics and other clean projects, including a soldering station, vinyl cutter, 3D printers, and an 80W laser cutter. There are shelves where members can keep a private tote, and an assortment of salvaged and donated parts available for anyone to use.
Classroom
The classroom seats over 20 students in a clean and quiet space conducive to learning. It is not completely finished, but it is functional and we have been using it to hold classes. We currently have two large flat panel displays on the walls for presentations. We expect in the future to add a large projector screen, white boards, a wireless microphone system, and a live streaming camera all available for any class.
Lounge
The lounge will be a cozy area for everyone to relax and socialize in. We currently have a fridge full of soda and a freezer with pizza, and we hope to soon have a full kitchenette. There are couches and comfy chairs, a MAME machine, and soon there will be a console gaming area as well.
Shop
Many of us urbanites don’t have garages to tinker in, which is why we have a fully featured shop in our space, including saws, vices, grinders, lathes, drill presses, planers, welders, kilns, forges and all the tools we need to create. Some tools are owned by the organization, but most are owned by our members and shared. Use of the shop is restricted to members, and you must always be trained before using a new tool.
“A co-op workshop for techies, tinkerers, and free thinkers.”
Evan S. Benn
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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2600: Check Washing
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At the last 2600 meeting they demonstrated “check washing”, one of the easiest forms of check fraud to perform. Though the technique may be decades old and well known, we discussed how the digital age makes it a much bigger threat than ever before and what you can do to protect yourself from it.
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Introduction to UAV
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Sunday evening Arch Reactor held a presentation for the Introduction to Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), Systems (UAS), and Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). St. Louis University’s Senior Research Assistant for the Center for Aviation Safety Research, Richard Steckel, cover topics including “the current state of the industry, the booming market for UAV pilot careers in the…
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3D Printer Build Night
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Last night Arch Reactor hosted a 3D Printer Build Night as part of the St. Louis 3D Printer Meetup Group with at least 35 attendees. The printer for the evening was a donated PrintrBot kit from one of Arch Reactor’s members. Since the total assembly time would end up being 12+ hours, Ryan and Scott…
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2014 Officer Election Results
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2014 Board Members President: Chris Weiss Vice President: Joe Cathell Treasurer: Michael K Sgt@Arms: Niels B Secretary: Deech M Directors P.R. – Andrew R. Education: John R. Webmaster: Travis M. The director position of Social Director was dissolved by unanimous vote.
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Fire and Ice Saturday January 25th
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Fire and Ice, Saturday January 25th 2014 7 til 11pm Ages 21 and up http://fireandicestl.org/
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PJRC Donates Teensy 3.0
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PJRC has graciously sent us a handfull of “cosmetically challenged” Teensy 3.0 development boards! You may have seen the Teensy 2.0 used in some of the demos we do at various events around town, and this is our first time getting hands on the much faster 32 bit version. We’ll get these in some members hand…
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Wreath Making Workshop Saturday Nov. 23rd starting 1:00 – 4:00PM
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Bring your own wire wreath frame and gloves to protect your fingers from being poked and sappy. Also anything else you want to add to your wreath. I will provide greenery, decorative seeds and berries, wire, cutters and instruction. For more information contact cweiss@gmail.com or besa.schweitzer@gmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/events/586072968119837/
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3D Printer Meetup Friday Nov. 22nd, 2013 Starting at 7:00PM
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Come explore the world of 3D printers as Arch Reactor hosts Meet-Up.Com's monthly Saint Louis 3D Printer Meetup. Learn the different tools, software and hacks being used to generate various textures and results. Last month had over 40 people in attendance from the entire Saint Louis Bi-State area. http://www.meetup.com/STL-3D-Printing/events/145174022/
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Arduino Class Sunday Nights starting 11/17 @ 7:00PM
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No microcontroller, programming or electronics experience needed. If you have an Arduino (or some clone) bring it, otherwise come and learn which would be best for you. Free, but please RSVP to directorofeducation@archreactor.org . Questions can also be sent to that address. There is no cost for the class. Nov. 17th Intro, flahing LEDS, serial…
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