Difference between revisions of "Large Format Printing"

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Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, software, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.

The Large Format Printing Area at PPM consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.

Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.

Safety First

Members must know the following information:

In case of emergency, call 911.

Our physical location is:

735 East Pikes Peak Avenue

Colorado Springs, CO 80903

use this when ordering pizza or an ambulance

IN CASE OF
EMERGENCY
sign

PPM Fire Escape Plan

Fire Escape Plan maps are posted throughout the Makerspace.

There are 7 fire extinguishers on the fire escape plan map. Review the PPM Fire Escape Plan for locations.

PPM Emergency
Evacuation Plan.pdf
PPM Fire
Prevention Plan.pdf
PPM Fire Escape
Plan

First Aid

There is a FIRST AID Supply Cabinet in our Kitchen Area.

FIRST AID Kits are available in four areas: the Kitchen, Metal Shop, Wood Shop and CNC Room.

FIRST AID
Supply Cabinet
FIRST AID
Kit

Eye Wash Stations

Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.

Emergency
Eye & Face Wash
Station

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.

Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Hazardous Chemicals

All hazardous chemicals must be stored in the yellow hazardous chemical storage cabinet located in the Vented Room.

Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information of unknown products before use.

SDS information is available via the QR code on the hazardous chemical storage cabinet or this spreadsheet.

Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the makerspace.

Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the hazardous chemical storage cabinet in the Vented Room.

Please DO NOT paint indoors.

Flammables Cabinet
in the Vented Room

Impairment

The use of PPM equipment requires you to be alert, attentive, and focused.

Do not use any PPM work area, or any PPM tools, if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Classes and Training

New Member Orientation

Area Contact — Mathew Palfenier

To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on Slack.

Classes

Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Training

After loading a new roll of material, be sure the roll spins freely. (Be sure it doesn't rub against the printer.)
Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if necessary.
Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord.
Plain paper is recyclable. (Photo paper and canvas are not recyclable.)
Be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.

Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf
HP Designjet 510
(stock photo)
HP Designjet 510
front power button
HP Designjet 510
display
HP Designjet 510
load paper steps (6)
HP Designjet 510
brochure.pdf

The following pages contain historical information. The pages are provided for reference only.

Captured transcript of Large Format Printer Refresher video (by former PPM member Logan Henning):

Tips

- The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or even manually), just use the scissors instead.

- If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file to see if it has elements that need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard.

For Additional Help

Use the #printer-suite or #computing channels in Slack!

List of all PPM Slack channels

Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.

Equipment Lists

Large Format Printer

Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number
	Large Format 4-Color Inkjet Printer	150x150px	hp Designjet 510, with (416 MB memory upgrade)

	2" spindle hub (3D-printed)	Trevor Banks (04/12/22)
	3" to 2" spindle hub adapter (3D-printed)	Trevor Banks (04/16/22)
Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number

Hand Tools

Use scissors to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.)

Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.

Donations Received

Wish List

Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.

Benefits and Policies

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:

(bring proof of membership)


Company	Website	Benefit	Directions to
	Woodcraft of Colorado Springs	10% discount	4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
	CO Lumber Specialties	10% discount	3636 Stone Avenue
	GENERAL AIR	10% discount	3031 N Nevada Ave.
	ACE Hardware Uintah Gardens	10% discount	1830 W Uintah Street

Map of stores that provide PPM member discounts

Map of helpful local resources curated by our makers

At home LightBurn subscriptions can be purchased at a discounted rate for being a PPM member.

The discount code is saved as a Pinned Message in our 'laser-cutter' channel in Slack.

Equipment Reservations

Materials

Donate for Printing Materials: https://printing.cheddarup.com Use checkout for all payment methods.

If paying by cash, leave donations in a black payment box after login in Cheddar Up.

14", 24", and 30" (Fredrix brand) stretcher boards, stretcher tool and stapler for mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.

Large Format Printing Supplies

Item	Paper Roll Width	Core Size 2 or 3 inch	Weight	Quantity	Recommendation	Date
HP Everyday Instant-Dry Gloss Photo Paper	42"	2 inch		1		5/12/22
HP Everyday Blockout Display Film	36inx100ft	2 inch		2 (1 unopened)		4/16/22
Presentation Grade Matte Paper	36"			1
Bright White Bond Paper	30"		20lb	1
Premium Matte Paper	24"		47lb	1
Bright White Bond Paper	33"		20lb	1
Bright White Bond Paper	23.5"		20lb	3
Heavy Weight Coated Paper	36"			1
Bright White Bond Paper	24"		20lb	2
Translucent Bond Paper	24"		15lb	1
Off White Bond Paper	24"			1
Bright White Bond Paper	36"		20lb	1

Bright White Bond Paper	11"		20lb	4	Sell
Bright White Bond Paper	11.5"		20lb	2	Sell
Translucent Bond Paper	36"		15lb	6	Sell
Translucent Bond Paper	48"		15lb	2	Sell — too wide
Item	Paper Roll Width	Core Size 2 or 3 inch	Weight	Quantity	Recommendation	Date

Red Tags

If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tags-issues

This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.

Scrap and Trash

Trash day is MONDAY

Recycling day is MONDAY (96 gallon tote)

Single Stream Recycling provided by Waste Connections. Paper, cardboard, cans, glass, and one time use plastics.

Empty recycling and trash into our dumpster at the back (south side) of the building.

Always leave the space better than you found it.

Related Software

Design Software

Adobe Illustrator Tips

Adobe Photoshop Tips

Adobe InDesign Tips

CorelDRAW X6 Tips

Inkscape Tips

Canva Tips

Procreate Tips

Printing Software

Adobe Acrobat

Preview — Print directly from Macintosh applications, including Preview

Member Showcase

Large Vinyl Banner
by Debbie l Urquijo
(03/21/23)
Car show posters
by Jan B.
Raspberry Pi
poster
Raspberry Pi Books
poster
Mountains
poster
Electric car
canvas print
MOTOMINDED
window curtains
by Chris V.
"Record" printout
100 inches long
(October 2016)

For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack, or follow our social media links.

Curated Links

Links to external sites:

HP DesignJet 510 42-in Printer - Manuals

HP Designjet 510 Series Printers - Specifications

Other Fun Stuff