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[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|100x100px|PPM TRAINING & CERTIFICATION REQUIRED]]
  
 
At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), our CNC room is 234 square feet (13'x18').
 
At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), our CNC room is 234 square feet (13'x18').
  
It is '''a small but important part of the 5,500 square foot building that we lease.'''
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'''The CNC Room is an important part of the 5,500 square foot building that we lease.'''
  
'''The CNC Area at PPM consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.'''
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The CNC Area at PPM consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.
  
Additional training and certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.
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Additional PPM training and then certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.
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Additional PPM training is required to use any of our Level 2 equipment.
  
 
Our trainers are passionate about sharing their knowledge and ensuring a positive learning experience for all.
 
Our trainers are passionate about sharing their knowledge and ensuring a positive learning experience for all.
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'''CNC Area''' hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#2B78BE">'''blue'''</span> tape or paint.
 
'''CNC Area''' hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#2B78BE">'''blue'''</span> tape or paint.
  
'''[https://form.jotform.com/230665791405156 CNC Check-in and Reservation]'''
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'''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve CNC Check-in and Reservation]'''
 
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== Classes and Training ==
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==Classes==
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:'''[[New Member Orientation]]'''
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:'''Area Leader — Rodney Roy, Additional CNC Leaders wanted'''
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:To help out in the CNC Area contact the Area Leader on Slack
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:PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
  
===[[New Member Orientation]]===
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==Past Events==
 
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<gallery widths="200" heights="125">
===Area Leader — Rodney Roy===
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File:TOSC tours CNC Area.jpg|alt=TOSC tours CNC Area|'''TOSC tours CNC Area<br>(2021-11-24)'''
:'''Additional CNC Leaders wanted'''
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File:CNC Area 2021-11-24.jpg|alt=CNC Area 2021-11-24|'''CNC Area<br>(2021-11-24)'''
:To help out in the CNC Area contact the Area Leader on&nbsp;Slack.
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File:CNC Class Nov 2017.jpg|alt=CNC Class November 18, 2017|'''CNC Class<br>(November 18, 2017)'''
 
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File:Downtown-CS-check.jpg|alt=Grant check|'''Grant check presentation<br>(July 30, 2016)'''  
===Classes===
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</gallery>
:PPM announces all its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
 
  
===Training===
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==Training==
 
Links to external sites:
 
Links to external sites:
:'''[https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-cnc-speeds-and-feeds-calculator/ G-Wizard, CNC Speeds and Feeds Calculator]'''
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:[https://www.precisebits.com/reference/glossary.htm '''Glossary'''] — from PreciseBits (Palmer Lake, CO)
:'''[https://handibot.com/ Handibot]''' smart power tool
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:[https://www.youtube.com/c/AvidCNC/playlists '''Avid CNC Playlists'''] — on YouTube
:[https://docs.google.com/document/d/14J23HPfQ99lgIvZXp89AtvGRvSQFEfqUR9xPNU9O4cA/edit#heading=h.cm2jvhhse2sz '''Intro to Roland MDX-15''']
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:[https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-cnc-speeds-and-feeds-calculator/ '''G-Wizard, CNC Speeds and Feeds Calculator''']
 
 
===Events===
 
<gallery>
 
File:TOSC tours CNC Area.jpg|alt=TOSC tours CNC Area|<center>TOSC tours CNC Area<br>(2021-11-24)</center>
 
File:CNC Area 2021-11-24.jpg|alt=CNC Area 2021-11-24|<center>CNC Area<br>(2021-11-24)</center>
 
File:CNC Class Nov 2017.jpg|alt=CNC Class November 18, 2017|<center>CNC Class<br>(November 18, 2017)</center>
 
File:Downtown-CS-check.jpg|alt=Grant check|<center>Grant check presentation<br>(July 30, 2016)</center>   
 
</gallery>
 
 
 
===For Additional Help===
 
:Use the PPM Slack channel #cnc-machine
 
:[[How To Slack#Channel Names and Descriptions|'''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&nbsp;community.
 
  
 
==Equipment Lists==
 
==Equipment Lists==
 
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=== PPM Equipment List===
===PPM Equipment List===
 
 
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[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|55x55px]]
 
[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|55x55px]]
 
|Avid CNC
 
|Avid CNC
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|[https://www.avidcnc.com/pro4896-4-x-8-cnc-router-kit-p-253.html 4' x 8' CNC Router Kit]
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|'''PPM'''
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[[File:Level_2_badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|55x55px]]
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|ShopBot
 
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|[https://handibot.com/ Handibot]
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[https://www.shopbottools.com/training/ Training Material]
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|'''PPM'''
 
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|'''Roland CNC'''<br>
 
|'''Roland CNC'''<br>
 
[[File:Level_2_badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|55x55px]]
 
[[File:Level_2_badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|55x55px]]
|[https://www.rolanddga.com/ Roland]
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|Roland
 
|Modela  
 
|Modela  
 
MDX-15
 
MDX-15
 
|[https://www.rolanddga.com/support/products/milling/modela-mdx-15-3d-milling-machine Roland Technical Support]
 
|[https://www.rolanddga.com/support/products/milling/modela-mdx-15-3d-milling-machine Roland Technical Support]
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[https://docs.google.com/document/d/14J23HPfQ99lgIvZXp89AtvGRvSQFEfqUR9xPNU9O4cA/edit#heading=h.cm2jvhhse2sz Intro to Roland MDX-15]
|'''handibot'''<br>
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|'''PPM'''
[[File:Level_2_badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|55x55px]]
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===CNC Room Computer===
 
===CNC Room Computer===
 
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|Mach4,  
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|Mach 4,  
 
  
 
VCarve  
 
VCarve  
  
 
(old version)
 
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|Windows
 
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===CNC Equipment List===
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=== CNC Equipment List===
 
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|[[File:Handibot.jpg|alt=handibot engraver|center|frameless|150x150px]]
 
|[[File:Handibot.jpg|alt=handibot engraver|center|frameless|150x150px]]
 
|'''handibot'''
 
|'''handibot'''
|ShopBot
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|[https://www.shopbottools.com/training/ Training Material]
 
|'''John Norton'''
 
|'''John Norton'''
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|<br>'''CNC shark'''<br><br>
 
|Nextwave Automation
 
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|'''Drew Johnson'''
 
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:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
 
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
  
===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Equipment Reservations]===
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===Equipment Reservations===
 
*Reserve 24 Hours in Advance to Guarantee Equipment.
 
*Reserve 24 Hours in Advance to Guarantee Equipment.
 
*Unreserved equipment is first come first serve.
 
*Unreserved equipment is first come first serve.
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*'''Be sure your job does not run longer than an upcoming reservation or you are expected to stop your job.'''
 
*'''Be sure your job does not run longer than an upcoming reservation or you are expected to stop your job.'''
*'''[https://form.jotform.com/230665791405156 Use this form to sign in (No more paper)]'''
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*'''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Use this form to sign in (No more paper)]'''
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[[Donations Received|'''Donations Received''']]
 
[[Donations Received|'''Donations Received''']]
  
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:Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
 
:Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
  
==Benefits==
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==Benefits ==
 
{{Member Benefits}}
 
{{Member Benefits}}
  
==Policies==
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==Policies ==
 
'''Materials'''
 
'''Materials'''
 
:'''Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
 
:'''Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
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{{Red Tags}}
 
{{Red Tags}}
{{Scrap and Trash}}
 
  
 
==Member Showcase==
 
==Member Showcase==
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<gallery widths="200" heights="125">
File:2020ram-mh.jpg|alt=subwoofer box|<center>subwoofer box<br>cut on CNC<br>by Trevor Banks</center>
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File:2020ram-mh.jpg|alt=subwoofer box|'''subwoofer box cut on CNC<br>by Trevor Banks'''
File:Ram-mh.jpg|alt=subwoofer box|<center>subwoofer box<br>cut on CNC<br>by Trevor Banks</center>
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File:Ram-mh.jpg|alt=subwoofer box|'''subwoofer box cut on CNC<br>by Trevor Banks'''
File:Catch all tray.jpg|alt=wooden catch all tray|<center>Walnut<br>catch all tray<br>by Henry D.</center>
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File:Catch all tray.jpg|alt=wooden catch all tray|'''Walnut catch all tray<br>by Henry D.'''
File:Monarch CDC.jpg|alt=Monarch CDC|<center>Monarch CDC<br>sign<br>by Michael H.</center>
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File:Monarch CDC.jpg|alt=Monarch CDC|'''Monarch CDC sign<br>by Michael H.'''
File:Chair glue-up.jpg|alt=Early CNC project by Bob P.|<center>Early CNC project<br>finished chair<br>by Bob P.</center>
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File:Chair glue-up.jpg|alt=Early CNC project by Bob P.|'''Early CNC project<br>finished chair<br>by Bob P.'''
File:Chair Bob Parsons.jpg|alt=Early CNC project by Bob P.|<center>Early CNC project<br>by Bob P.<br>(June 2017)</center> 
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File:Chair Bob Parsons.jpg|alt=Early CNC project by Bob P.|'''Early CNC project<br>by Bob P.<br>(June 2017)''' 
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
 
{{Template:Showcase_blurb}}
 
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== Related Pages ==
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== Related Pages==
 
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
 
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
 
 
:[[Wood_Shop|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#42B649">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Wood Shop'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:[[Wood_Shop|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#42B649">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Wood Shop'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:[[Metal_Shop|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Metal Shop'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:[[Metal_Shop|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Metal Shop'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Shed|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D7D4EB">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Shed'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[Shed|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#D7D4EB">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Shed'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[Vented Room|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#3EC0F0">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Vented Room'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
  
:[[Mach 4 Tips|'''Mach 4 Tips''']]
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:'''[[Mach4 Tips]]'''
:[[Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips|'''Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips''']]
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:'''[[Autodesk Fusion Tips]]'''
:[[VCarve Tips|'''VCarve Tips''']]
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:'''[[VCarve Tips]]'''
  
==Curated Links==
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==Hand-Curated Links==
 
Links to member-recommended external sites:
 
Links to member-recommended external sites:
:[https://www.precisebits.com/ '''PreciseBits'''] — Specialty Tools, Tutorials, Support
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:[https://www.precisebits.com/ '''PreciseBits'''] — Specialty Tools, Tutorials, Support (Palmer Lake, CO)
:[https://www.avidcnc.com/pro4896-4-x-8-cnc-router-kit-p-253.html '''4' x 8' CNC Router Kit'''] Avid CNC Systems
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:'''[https://littlemachineshop.com/info/business_resources.php?ID=1343147249&CAT=1 Little Machine Shop]''' — Resource Information
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:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dY8v0j6uEJc Frank makes]''' — CNC Build on YouTube
  
==Other Fun Stuff==
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==For Additional Help==
Links to external sites:
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:For additional help, use the PPM Slack channel #cnc-machine
:[https://www.lua.org/start.html '''Lua Programming Language — Getting started'''] — used for scripting Mach
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:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dY8v0j6uEJc Frank makes] — CNC Build on YouTube'''
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:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
 
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Revision as of 19:50, 14 May 2024

Level 3 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace

At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), our CNC room is 234 square feet (13'x18').

The CNC Room is an important part of the 5,500 square foot building that we lease.

The CNC Area at PPM consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.

Additional PPM training and then certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.

Additional PPM training is required to use any of our Level 2 equipment.

Our trainers are passionate about sharing their knowledge and ensuring a positive learning experience for all.

We are grateful for their commitment and dedication to our community.

CNC Area hand tools should be marked with blue tape or paint.

CNC Check-in and Reservation

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

 


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

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.

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.

Eye Wash Stations

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

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.
Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.

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.



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

New Member Orientation
Area Leader — Rodney Roy, Additional CNC Leaders wanted
To help out in the CNC Area contact the Area Leader on Slack
PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Past Events

Training

Links to external sites:

Glossary — from PreciseBits (Palmer Lake, CO)
Avid CNC Playlists — on YouTube
G-Wizard, CNC Speeds and Feeds Calculator

Equipment Lists

PPM Equipment List

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
Reference
Materials
Owner
CNC router parts pro
Level 3 badge
Avid CNC 4' x 8' CNC Router Kit PPM
handibot
Level 2 badge
ShopBot Handibot

Training Material

PPM
Roland CNC
Level 2 badge
Roland Modela

MDX-15

Roland Technical Support

Intro to Roland MDX-15

PPM

CNC Room Computer

Item Application
Software
Manufacturer Model
Number
Network Speed,
Wired
System
Software
computer Mach4,

VCarve

(old version)

Windows
monitor
wired mouse
wireless keyboard

CNC Equipment List

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
Reference
Materials
Owner
handibot engraver
handibot ShopBot Training Material John Norton

Hand Tools

CNC Area hand tools should be marked with blue tape or paint.
Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.

Equipment Reservations

  • Reserve 24 Hours in Advance to Guarantee Equipment.
  • Unreserved equipment is first come first serve.
  • Reservations are given up after 15 minute no show.

If you don't have a reservation:


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

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
(bring proof of membership)
Company Website Benefit Directions to
Logo WOODCRAFT
Woodcraft of Colorado Springs 10% discount    4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Logo CO Lumber
CO Lumber Specialties 10% discount 3636 Stone Avenue
Logo General Air
GENERAL AIR 10% discount 3031 N Nevada Ave.
Logo ACE
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.

Policies

Materials

Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.

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.

Member Showcase

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

Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

  Wood Shop  
  Metal Shop  
  Shed  
  Vented Room  
Mach4 Tips
Autodesk Fusion Tips
VCarve Tips

Hand-Curated Links

Links to member-recommended external sites:

PreciseBits — Specialty Tools, Tutorials, Support (Palmer Lake, CO)
Little Machine Shop — Resource Information
Frank makes — CNC Build on YouTube

For Additional Help

For additional help, use the PPM Slack channel #cnc-machine
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.

Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

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