Zünd Cutter

Location: Gund L33

The Zünd is a modular cutting and marking system capable of working with a wide range of materials, including paper products, leather, fabric, felt, flexible and rigid foam, plastics, composite boards, wax, non-ferrous metals, and more.

Vector-based 2D drawings are used to define where the machine will cut, layers can be used to specify cut order and to assign cut depth and operation type to vectors within a single file. A camera mounted to the tool carriage can detect edges and other registration features, aligning operations with edges of the media or printed graphics.

There is no charge for use, but users must supply their own materials and are expected to format files and assist with operation of the machine. Technical Assistants are available for consult and support at every stage of the process, including evaluating materials and part design before cutting.

Like other areas of the Lab, access is limited to faculty and staff of the GSD, and students enrolled in courses offered at the GSD. Basic Health and Safety training is required for all Lab users, visit the Training Portal page for links to training and more information.

Zünd Cutter Hours

We have two Zünd Cutters available during Office Hours: one is for walk-up use (available for limited material types), the other can be reserved using the FabJob App.

Check the Calendar to determine when Technical Assistants are on-duty.

Need Help?

Contact a Zünd Cutter Technical Assistant by email at [email protected] or visit Gund L33 during the office hours listed on the Calendar.

Zünd Room Camera

View the Zund Room Camera, Gund L33

(Must be connected to the Harvard network by being on-campus, or connected via VPN to view remotely.)

Reserve the Zünd

Please use the FabJob App to reserve time on the Zünd.