American Button Machine 2.25 Inch Button Maker
Where can I use this device?
You can use this device in:
- Makerspace, Hill Library
- Maker Studio, Hunt Library
This device may not be used outside the Libraries.
About this device
This manual button press creates 2.25-inch pin-back buttons from printed designs. The workflow involves designing a graphic digitally, printing it on the Makerspace photo printer, cutting it using the provided template, and pressing it into a button shell.
A downloadable template is available for layout and sizing: (https://go.ncsu.edu/button-template-2.25inch).
What can I use this for?
- Create custom 2.25-inch buttons for events, campaigns, or campus organizations
- Produce larger pins for a design or promotional project
Libraries staff used an AI agent, Claude, to generate this description, then reviewed it for accuracy. More about this process
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Who can I contact about it?
Consultations
Specialists from our Makerspace, VR Studio, Digital Media, and Esports teams are available to provide one-on-one assistance via email or Zoom. Request a technology consultation