Borrow equipment for your next project
Borrow technology for creative work, research, coursework and hands-on learning. Tech Lending gives the ASU community access to equipment that can help bring projects and ideas to life.
What’s available
Explore the categories below to see what you can borrow through Tech Lending.
Please note: Grab-and-go items such as laptop and phone chargers, calculators, headphones and adapters can be checked out at the main information desk of each library location.
How to check out items
Visit the Makerspace on level 3 of Hayden Library during our open hours. You will use your ASU ID to check out your item. This program is available to current ASU students, staff, faculty and affiliates.
Items are available first come, first served and cannot be reserved. To confirm availability, call ahead or check in at the front desk. Only one item may be borrowed at a time.
Returning items
Return items with all components directly to the Makerspace by the scheduled due date listed in your ASU Library account. You may request an email receipt when returning an item.
Items may not be returned to any other ASU Library location or outdoor drop-off sites.
What you need to know
Borrowers are responsible for the care of library owned items while in their possession. Library devices are intended for university-related use, in accordance with ASU's Computer, Internet, and Electronic Communications Information Management Policy (ACD 125).
Loan periods
Most Tech Lending items may be borrowed for seven days. Specific due dates and return instructions are confirmed at checkout.
Renewals
To allow items to circulate throughout the community, renewals are not available for any items at this time.
Fines and fees
Fines may be charged to repair or replace damaged equipment, and will be assessed once the item has been returned.
Items are subject to late fees. Please refer to our overdues, fines and fees policy for more information.
Replacement costs
Replacement costs vary by item. See the item’s information page for details.
Have questions?
Visit us in the Makerspace on Level 3 of Hayden Library during open hours or connect online.