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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.
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Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides a '''work area with electronic equipment, electronic components, and soldering equipment for all makers, from the very beginner to the expert.'''
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The area is available for all our members to use, without&nbsp;any additional required&nbsp;training (Level 1).<br>
 
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We provide a work area with electronic equipment and electronic components '''for all makers, from the very beginner to&nbsp;the&nbsp;expert.'''
 
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==Classes and Training==
 
  
===[[New Member Orientation]]===
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==External Training==
 
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'''Links to external sites:'''
===Area Contact — Steve Leininger===
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:'''[https://www.instructables.com/Basic-Electronics/ Basic Electronics]''' — on AUTODESK Instructables
:To help out in the Electronics Area message the Area Contact on&nbsp;Slack.
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:'''[https://learn.adafruit.com/guides/latest Adafruit Learning System]''' — Guides published within the last 90 days
 
 
===Classes===
 
: Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its  [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
 
 
 
===Training===
 
Links to external sites:
 
:'''[https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/downloads/pdf/adafruit-guide-excellent-soldering.pdf Adafruit Guide To Excellent Soldering]''' (pdf)
 
:'''https://www.instructables.com/Basic-Electronics/'''
 
  
===Tips===
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:'''[https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview Autodesk Fusion]''' — with integrated, cloud-based PCB design software
:Measure twice, solder once.
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:'''[https://www.kicad.org/ KiCad]''' — schematic capture, PCB layout, and simulation
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:'''[https://fritzing.org/ Fritzing]''' — open source software to document, share, layout, and manufacture professional PCBs
  
===For Additional Help===
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==Tips==
:Use the PPM Slack channel #electronics
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:'''[https://makezine.com/comparison/boards Maker's Guide to Boards]''' — Make magazine
:[[How To Slack#Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
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:'''[https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+To+Use+A+Multimeter/25632 How To Use A Multimeter]''' — IFIXIT Guide
: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.
 
:'''[https://www.librarything.com/catalog/PikesPeakMakerspace/electronicsarea Our electronics-related books]'''
 
  
 
==Equipment Lists==
 
==Equipment Lists==
  
===Electronics and Soldering Equipment===
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===Electronics Equipment===
 
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|'''logic analyzer'''
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|<br>saleae<br><br>
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|'''[https://support.saleae.com/ Saleae Support]'''
 
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|[[File:HP 54510A scope.jpg|alt=HP 54510A scope|center|frameless|133x133px]]
 
|[[File:HP 54510A scope.jpg|alt=HP 54510A scope|center|frameless|133x133px]]
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|'''digital oscilloscope'''  
 
|'''digital oscilloscope'''  
 
'''(100MHz)'''
 
'''(100MHz)'''
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|[[File:Multimeter hp 3478A.jpg|alt=Multimeter hp 3478A|center|frameless|133x133px]]
 
|[[File:Multimeter hp 3478A.jpg|alt=Multimeter hp 3478A|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''MULTIMETER'''
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|'''DIGITAL MULTIMETER'''
 
|hp
 
|hp
 
3478A
 
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|'''[https://www.keysight.com/us/en/support/3478A/55-digit-dmm-with-hpib-interface.html User and Service Manuals]'''
 
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|[[File:HP 8116A PULSE FUNCTION GENERATOR.jpg|alt=HP 8116A PULSE FUNCTION GENERATOR|center|frameless|133x133px]]
 
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8116A
 
8116A
 
|[https://drive.google.com/open?id=104pDXnh2KP2bFJKc1X4Q5bmQxFcRzHcf '''Manual''']
 
|[https://drive.google.com/open?id=104pDXnh2KP2bFJKc1X4Q5bmQxFcRzHcf '''Manual''']
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|[[File:HP 400D VAC TUBE VOLTMETER.jpg|alt=VACUUM TUBE VOLTMETER hp 400D (1966)|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''soldering stations (2)'''
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|'''VACUUM TUBE'''
'''70W'''
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'''VOLTMETER'''
|[https://hakkousa.com/products/soldering/soldering-irons.html HAKKO]
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[https://hakkousa.com/fx-888d DFX-888D]
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(vintage, condition unknown)
|[https://kb.hakkousa.com/ '''HakkoUSA Knowledge Base''']
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|HEWLETT PACKARD
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hp 400D
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|'''[https://www.qsl.net/wb4bxw/manuals-drawings/HP/400D-H-L_ac_volt_meter/400D-H-L_service_manual.pdf OPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL]'''
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|[[File:Fume Extractor.jpg|alt=Fume Extractor|160x160px|center|frameless|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Fume_Extractor.jpg]]
 
|'''Fume Extractor'''
 
|PACE
 
 
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|[[File:REFLOW OVEN.jpg|alt=REFLOW OVEN|center|frameless|150x150px]]
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|'''solder reflow oven'''
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|James Gravert
 
|[[:File:SMD Reflow Oven.pdf|'''Class Documentation''']]
 
(by Adam&nbsp;Gleason) 
 
 
 
'''https://whizoo.com'''
 
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===Hand Tools===
 
===Hand Tools===
 
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|[[File:Multimeter.jpg|center|frameless|160x160px]]
 
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|'''DIGITAL MULTIMETERS'''  
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'''DIGITAL MULTIMETERS'''<br>
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]]
 
|Harbor Freight
 
|Harbor Freight
|[https://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-90899.html 90899]
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|'''[https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+To+Use+A+Multimeter/25632 How To Use A Multimeter]'''
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|Model<br>Number
 
|Reference<br>Materials
 
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=== Electronics — Not Working===
 
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|'''Squink PCB Printer'''
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|<br>'''heat guns (2)'''<br><br>
|BotFactory&nbsp;Inc
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|WAGNER
|Squink
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|[https://www.botfactory.co/page/product product page]
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|PPM
 
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|'''Squink PC'''
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|HP Compaq
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|? (small form factor)
 
 
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|'''Oscilloscope'''
 
'''(10MHz)'''
 
 
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|ST-16B
 
|[https://htcinstruments.com/images/ST-16A-ST-16B.pdf specs]
 
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|'''AC "POWERITE"'''
 
|Sencore
 
|MODEL PR57
 
 
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:'''Electronics Area''' hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#864199">'''purple'''</span> tape or paint.
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*Return all tools to their proper location after use.
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
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*This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
 
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*'''''Always leave the space better than you found it.'''''
===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Equipment Reservations]===
 
  
===[[Donations Received]]===
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=== Books ===
===[[Wish List#Electronics|Wish List]]===
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:'''[https://www.librarything.com/catalog/PikesPeakMakerspace/electronicsarea Our electronics-related books]''' — on LibraryThing.com
: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==
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==Benefits==
 
{{Member Benefits}}
 
{{Member Benefits}}
  
===Materials===
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==Policies==
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'''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]'''
 
:'''''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''''
 
:'''''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''''
 
{{Red Tags}}
 
{{Red Tags}}
{{Scrap and Trash}}
 
  
==Related Software==
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==Hand-Curated Links==
Links to external sites:
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'''Links to member-recommended external sites:'''
:'''[https://www.arduino.cc/ Arduino - Home]'''
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:'''[https://batteryhookup.com/ Battery Hookup]''' — Genuine Lithium Batteries for DIY Projects
:'''[https://www.raspberrypi.com/ Raspberry Pi]''' — Computing for everybody
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:'''[https://everycircuit.com/ EveryCircuit]''' — Create, simulate, share, and explore electronic circuits
:'''[https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview Autodesk Fusion 360]''' — with integrated, cloud-based PCB design software
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:[https://www.ifixit.com/ '''IFIXIT'''] — Repair guides for every thing, written by everyone
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:[https://nostarch.com/open-circuits '''Open Circuits'''] — stunning cross-section photography of electronic&nbsp;components
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::'''[https://spectrum.ieee.org/open-circuits The Inner Beauty of Basic Electronics]''' — ''Open Circuits'' feature in IEEE Spectrum
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:'''[https://www.ieee.org/education/index.html IEEE (Education)]''' — "leader in engineering and technology education"
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:'''[https://hackaday.com/ HACKADAY]''' — community database of open-source hardware designs
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:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOqh2Wqdi4s CuriousMarc]''' — Vintage HP Equipment Restoration
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:[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoj6RxIAQq8kmJme-5dnN0Q '''DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse'''] — on YouTube
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:'''[[wikipedia:Right_to_repair#:~:text=Right%20to%20repair%20is%20a,protecting%20a%20right%20to%20repair|Right to Repair]]''' — on Wikipedia
  
==Related Pages==
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==Additional Help==
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
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'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
  
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:[[Electronics — Soldering|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Electronics — Soldering'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:[[Arduino|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Arduino'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:[[Arduino|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Arduino'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
 
:[[Raspberry Pi|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Raspberry Pi'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:[[Raspberry Pi|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Raspberry Pi'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[PPM_Library|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''PPM Library'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
  
:[[Ubuntu|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Ubuntu'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[Computers — Ubuntu|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Ubuntu'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
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:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Windows'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[Computers -- Mac and Apple|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Mac and Apple'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
 
 
:[[Computers -- Vintage|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Vintage'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:[[Computers -- Vintage|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Vintage'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
  
:'''[[Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips]]'''
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:[[Mall_Map|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Mall Map'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
  
==Curated Links ==
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:'''[[Autodesk Fusion Tips]]'''
Links to member-recommended external sites:
 
:'''[https://fritzing.org/ Fritzing]''' — open source sw to document, share, layout, and manufacture professional PCBs
 
:[https://www.ifixit.com/ '''IFIXIT'''] — Repair guides for every thing, written by everyone.
 
:[https://www.androidauthority.com/different-types-of-usb-cables-804432/ '''Understanding different types of USB cables'''] — Android Authority
 
  
==Other Fun Stuff==
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:Use the PPM Slack channel #electronics
Links to external sites:
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:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
:'''[https://learn.adafruit.com/guides/latest Adafruit Learning System]''' — Guides published within the last 90 days
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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.
:'''[https://www.instructables.com/LED-Throwies/ LED Throwies]''' — on Instructables
 
:[https://nostarch.com/open-circuits '''Open Circuits'''] — stunning cross-section photography of electrical&nbsp;components
 
:'''[https://xkcd.com/730/ Circuit Diagram]''' — xkcd webcomic
 
:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeXE39riKFc CuriousMarc]''' — Vintage HP Equipment Restoration
 
:[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoj6RxIAQq8kmJme-5dnN0Q '''DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse'''] — on YouTube
 
:[http://www.csevc.com/ '''Colorado Springs Electric Vehicle Club''']
 
 
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Latest revision as of 12:04, 25 December 2024

Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides a work area with electronic equipment, electronic components, and soldering equipment for all makers, from the very beginner to the expert.

The area is available for all our members to use, without any additional required training (Level 1).



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.


 

External Training

Links to external sites:

Basic Electronics — on AUTODESK Instructables
Adafruit Learning System — Guides published within the last 90 days
Autodesk Fusion — with integrated, cloud-based PCB design software
KiCad — schematic capture, PCB layout, and simulation
Fritzing — open source software to document, share, layout, and manufacture professional PCBs

Tips

Maker's Guide to Boards — Make magazine
How To Use A Multimeter — IFIXIT Guide

Equipment Lists

Electronics Equipment

Picture Item Manufacturer/
Model
Resources
logic analyzer
saleae

Saleae Support
HP 54510A scope
oscilloscope

(250MHz, 2 channel)

hp

54510A

Front Panel Reference

(pdf)

digital oscilloscope

(100MHz)

PHILIPS

PM 3070

Protek DC Power Supply 3006B
DC POWER SUPPLY

60v 1.5a 90w 1Ch

Protek

3006B

AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATOR SIMRAN

AR-350

Multimeter hp 3478A
DIGITAL MULTIMETER hp

3478A

User and Service Manuals
HP 8116A PULSE FUNCTION GENERATOR
PULSE/FUNCTION GENERATOR

50 MHz

hp

8116A

Manual
VACUUM TUBE VOLTMETER hp 400D (1966)
VACUUM TUBE

VOLTMETER

(vintage, condition unknown)

HEWLETT PACKARD

hp 400D

OPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL

(1966)

Hand Tools

Picture Item Manufacturer/

Model

Resources Owner
Multimeter.jpg

DIGITAL MULTIMETERS
CEN-TECH
7 FUNCTION

Level 1 badge
Harbor Freight

90899

How To Use A Multimeter PPM

heat guns (2)

WAGNER PPM

hot glue guns (2)

PPM
  • Return all tools to their proper location after use.
  • This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
  • Always leave the space better than you found it.

Books

Our electronics-related books — on LibraryThing.com

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.

Hand-Curated Links

Links to member-recommended external sites:

Battery Hookup — Genuine Lithium Batteries for DIY Projects
EveryCircuit — Create, simulate, share, and explore electronic circuits
IFIXIT — Repair guides for every thing, written by everyone
Open Circuits — stunning cross-section photography of electronic components
The Inner Beauty of Basic ElectronicsOpen Circuits feature in IEEE Spectrum
IEEE (Education) — "leader in engineering and technology education"
HACKADAY — community database of open-source hardware designs
CuriousMarc — Vintage HP Equipment Restoration
DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse — on YouTube
Right to Repair — on Wikipedia

Additional Help

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

  Electronics — Soldering  
  Arduino  
  Raspberry Pi  
  PPM Library  
  Computers — Ubuntu  
  Computers — Windows  
  Computers — Mac and Apple  
  Computers — Vintage  
  Mall Map  
Autodesk Fusion Tips
Use the PPM Slack channel #electronics
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.