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Additional PPM training and then PPM certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.
Additional PPM training and then PPM certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.
 
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Our trainers are passionate about sharing their knowledge and ensuring a positive learning experience for&nbsp;all.
 
We are grateful for their commitment and dedication to our community.
 
CNC Area hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#2B78BE">'''blue'''</span> tape or paint.
 
'''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve CNC Check-in and Reservation]'''
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==Classes==
==Classes==
:PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events/ '''Upcoming classes on Meetup.com''']
:To help out in the CNC Area, contact us on our Slack #cnc-machines.
:To help out in the CNC Area, contact us on our Slack #cnc-machines.


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'''Links to external sites:'''
'''Links to external sites:'''
:'''[https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/software/downloads/documentation/ Mach4 Documentation]''' — (6) PDF files


:[https://www.precisebits.com/reference/glossary.htm '''Glossary'''] — from PreciseBits (Palmer Lake, Colorado)
:[https://www.precisebits.com/reference/glossary.htm '''Glossary'''] — from PreciseBits (Palmer Lake, Colorado)
:[https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-cnc-speeds-and-feeds-calculator/ '''G-Wizard, CNC Speeds and Feeds Calculator''']


:[https://www.youtube.com/c/AvidCNC/playlists '''Avid CNC Playlists'''] — on YouTube
'''Mach4 is the software we use to send G-code to our Avid CNC router table:'''
 
:'''[https://www.machsupport.com/help-learning/artsoft-mach-support-forums/ Artsoft / Mach Support Forums]'''
:[https://www.cnccookbook.com/g-wizard-cnc-speeds-and-feeds-calculator/ '''G-Wizard, CNC Speeds and Feeds Calculator''']
:'''[https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/software/mach4UsersGuide/ Mach4 Users Guide]'''
:'''[https://www.machsupport.com/software/mach4/ Mach4 Product Home Page]'''


==Equipment Lists==
==Equipment Lists==
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[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|45x45px]]
[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|45x45px]]
|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]
|[https://www.avidcnc.com/pro4896-4-x-8-cnc-router-kit-p-253.html 4' x 8' CNC Router Kit]
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[https://www.shopbottools.com/training/ Training Material]
[https://www.shopbottools.com/training/ Training Material]
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|'''Roland CNC'''<br>
|'''Roland CNC'''<br>
[[File:Level_2_badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|45x45px]]
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[https://docs.google.com/document/d/14J23HPfQ99lgIvZXp89AtvGRvSQFEfqUR9xPNU9O4cA/edit#heading=h.cm2jvhhse2sz Intro to Roland MDX-15]
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/14J23HPfQ99lgIvZXp89AtvGRvSQFEfqUR9xPNU9O4cA/edit#heading=h.cm2jvhhse2sz Intro to Roland MDX-15]
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|PPM
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|'''handibot'''
|'''handibot'''<br>
[[File:Level_3_badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|45x45px]]
|ShopBot Tools, Inc.
|ShopBot Tools, Inc.
|[https://www.shopbottools.com/training/ Training Material]
|[https://www.shopbottools.com/training/ Training Material]
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===Hand Tools===
===Hand Tools===
:☐ '''CNC Area''' hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#2B78BE">'''blue'''</span> tape or paint.


:☐ Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our&nbsp;Makerspace.
:☐ Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our&nbsp;Makerspace.


===Equipment Reservations===
===Equipment Reservations===
*Reserve 24 Hours in Advance to Guarantee Equipment.
*Reservations are given up after 15 minute no show.
*'''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Use this form to sign in (No more paper)]'''


'''If you don't have a reservation:'''
'''If you don't have a reservation:'''
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==Policies==
==Policies==
'''Materials'''
'''Materials'''
:'''Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
:To donate for "General Supplies" use the Optix app.
:'''''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''''


{{Red Tags}}
{{Red Tags}}
==Member Showcase==
<gallery widths="200" heights="125">
File:2020ram-mh.jpg|alt=subwoofer box|<center>'''subwoofer box cut on CNC<br> <i>by Trevor B.</i>'''</center>
File:Ram-mh.jpg|alt=subwoofer box|<center>'''subwoofer box cut on CNC<br> <i>by Trevor B.</i>'''</center>
</gallery>
{{Template:Showcase_blurb}}
== Hand-Curated Links ==
'''Links to member-recommended external sites:'''
:'''[https://www.precisebits.com/ PreciseBits]''' — "emphasis on precision and reliability"
:'''[https://touchterrain.geol.iastate.edu/main TouchTerrain]''' — Easily Create 3D-Printable Terrain Models
:'''[https://littlemachineshop.com/info/business_resources.php?ID=1343147249&CAT=1 Little Machine Shop]''' — Resource Information


== Additional Help ==
== Additional Help ==
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
:[[Wood Shop|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#3DA942">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Wood Shop'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Metal Shop|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Metal Shop'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Shed|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#766FAF">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Shed'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Vented Room|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#0F99D7">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Vented Room'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]] - '''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve make a reservation]'''
:'''[[Autodesk Fusion Tips]]'''
:'''[[Mach4 Tips]]'''
:'''[[VCarve Tips]]'''
:'''[[G-code File Format Tips]]'''
Use the PPM Slack channel #cnc-machines
Use the PPM Slack channel #cnc-machines


Latest revision as of 21:41, 26 June 2026

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

Level 3 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace
PPM TRAINING & CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

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

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


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


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
  • Emergency sign
    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 040721
    PPM Emergency
    Evacuation Plan.pdf
  • PPM Fire Prevention Plan 0407022
    PPM Fire
    Prevention Plan.pdf
  • PPM Fire Escape Plan
    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
    Supply Cabinet
  • FIRST AID kit
    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
    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.
Gloves should not be worn when using powered equipment (saws, jointers, drills, or other equipment). Leather gloves can be worn for handling materials, but not when operating machinery.
  • SAFETY GOGGLES
    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 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
    Flammables Cabinet
    in the Vented Room

Other Hazards

Avoid placing uncovered (extension) cords, hoses, cables, or wires across the floors of our shops.

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

To help out in the CNC Area, contact us on our Slack #cnc-machines.

Training

☐ Check, and empty, the dust collection barrel before and after each use.

Links to external sites:

Glossary — from PreciseBits (Palmer Lake, Colorado)
G-Wizard, CNC Speeds and Feeds Calculator

Mach4 is the software we use to send G-code to our Avid CNC router table:

Artsoft / Mach Support Forums
Mach4 Users Guide
Mach4 Product Home Page

Equipment Lists

PPM Equipment List

Picture Item Manufacturer /
Model 		Resources Owner
CNC router parts pro
Level 3 badge
 Avid CNC 4' x 8' CNC Router Kit PPM
handibot
Level 2 badge
 ShopBot Tools, Inc.

handibot

Handibot

Training Material

PPM
Roland CNC
Level 2 badge
 Roland

Modela MDX-15

Roland Technical Support

Intro to Roland MDX-15

PPM

CNC Equipment List

Picture Item Manufacturer Resources Owner
handibot engraver
 handibot
Level 3 badge
 ShopBot Tools, Inc. Training Material John Norton

Hand Tools

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

Equipment Reservations

If you don't have a reservation:

  • Be sure your job does not run longer than an upcoming reservation or you are expected to stop your job.

Benefits

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
(bring proof of PPM membership)
Website Benefit Address
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

Policies

Materials

To donate for "General Supplies" use the Optix app.

Red Tags

If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tag-issues
This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.

Additional Help

Use the PPM Slack channel #cnc-machines

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 outdated information.

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