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:'''- Pick the small Application Launcher button''' from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3". | :'''- Pick the small Application Launcher button''' from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3". | ||
:'''- If you receive a no Media Error,''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting. | :'''- If you receive a no Media Error,''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting. | ||
| − | :'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not | + | :'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not engrave or cut these on any our laser engravers:''' |
| − | ::* Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film | + | ::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film |
| − | ::* Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper | + | ::* '''Do not engrave or cut''' Con-Tact brand paper, '''[https://con-tactbrand.com/pages/common-questions Common Questions]''' |
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File:Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|alt=Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|'''Vinyl Cutter<br>Overview and Instructions.pdf''' | File:Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|alt=Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|'''Vinyl Cutter<br>Overview and Instructions.pdf''' | ||
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| − | + | :To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on our Slack channel #vinyl-cutter | |
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==Equipment Lists== | ==Equipment Lists== | ||
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===24" Graphtec cutter=== | ===24" Graphtec cutter=== | ||
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===Hand Tools=== | ===Hand Tools=== | ||
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==Benefits== | ==Benefits== | ||
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:'''''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.''''' | ||
| − | :'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers | + | :'' |
| − | ::* Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film | + | :'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers:''' |
| − | ::* Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper | + | ::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film |
| + | ::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Con-Tact brand paper, '''[https://con-tactbrand.com/pages/common-questions Common Questions]''' | ||
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{{Red Tags}} | {{Red Tags}} | ||
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| − | == Member Showcase == | + | ==Member Showcase== |
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| − | + | File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|'''Outdoor window sign<br>for the Makerspace building''' | |
| − | File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|'''Outdoor window sign<br>for | + | File:IMG 4820.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou Art Center)|'''outdoor vinyl sign for<br>Manitou Art Center parking lot''' |
| − | File:IMG 4820.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|'''vinyl sign for | + | File:Vinyl sign Einstein.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|'''outdoor vinyl sign for<br>Manitou Art Center parking lot''' |
| − | File:Vinyl sign Einstein.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|'''vinyl sign for | ||
File:Dewey.jpg|alt=Dewey|'''Dewey<br><i>by Nicolas Ordahl</i>''' | File:Dewey.jpg|alt=Dewey|'''Dewey<br><i>by Nicolas Ordahl</i>''' | ||
File:Rockclimber.jpg|alt=Rockclimber|'''Rockclimber<br><i>by Nick T.</i>''' | File:Rockclimber.jpg|alt=Rockclimber|'''Rockclimber<br><i>by Nick T.</i>''' | ||
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| − | == | + | ==Hand-Curated Links== |
| − | Links to | + | '''Links to member-recommended external sites:''' |
| − | :[ | + | :'''[https://www.silhouette101.com/ Silhouette] craft cutter''' — Get Started/Tutorials/Video (website) |
| + | :'''[https://learn.cricut.com/ Cricut] craft cutter''' — "Learn from the pros." (YouTube) | ||
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| + | ==Additional Help== | ||
| + | '''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:''' | ||
:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Computers — Windows''' </span>]] | :[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Computers — Windows''' </span>]] | ||
| + | :'''[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips]]''' | ||
| + | :'''[[Cutting Master 3 Tips]]''' | ||
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| + | :'''[[Adobe Illustrator Tips]]''' | ||
| + | :'''[[Inkscape Tips]]''' | ||
:'''[[SVG File Format Tips]]''' | :'''[[SVG File Format Tips]]''' | ||
:'''[[QR Codes]]''' | :'''[[QR Codes]]''' | ||
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:Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter | :Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter | ||
:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']] | :[[How To Slack#PPM 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 community. | :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. | ||
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Latest revision as of 20:00, 3 January 2025
The Vinyl Cutting Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional PPM training is required to use any of our Level 2 equipment.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.
PPM Training
- - Pick the small Application Launcher button from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3".
- - If you receive a no Media Error, and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting.
- - Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not engrave or cut these on any our laser engravers:
- Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
- Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper, Common Questions
Vinyl Cutter
Overview and Instructions.pdf
Classes
- To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on our Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
Equipment Lists
24" Graphtec cutter
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model | Resources |
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24" Cutting Plotter |
Graphtec | CE5000‑60 | |
Hand Tools
- Return all tools to their proper location after use.
- This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Benefits
- PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
- (bring proof of membership)
| Company | Website | Benefit | Directions to |
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Woodcraft of Colorado Springs | 10% discount | 4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway |
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CO Lumber Specialties | 10% discount | 3636 Stone Avenue |
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GENERAL AIR | 10% discount | 3031 N Nevada Ave. |
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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 "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
- - Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers:
- Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
- Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper, Common Questions
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
Outdoor window sign
for the Makerspace building
outdoor vinyl sign for
Manitou Art Center parking lot
outdoor vinyl sign for
Manitou Art Center parking lot
Dewey
by Nicolas Ordahl
Rockclimber
by Nick T.
- For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack.
Hand-Curated Links
Links to member-recommended external sites:
- Silhouette craft cutter — Get Started/Tutorials/Video (website)
- Cricut craft cutter — "Learn from the pros." (YouTube)
Additional Help
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
- Adobe Illustrator Tips
- Inkscape Tips
- SVG File Format Tips
- QR Codes
- Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
- 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.