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===Boss Laser Photo Gallery===
 
===Boss Laser Photo Gallery===
 
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File:Wall art with inlays.jpg|alt=Wall art with inlays|Wall art with inlays (by Robbie Cochran)
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File:Wall art with inlays.jpg|alt=Wall art with inlays|<center>'''Wall art with inlays<br>(by Robbie&nbsp;Cochran)'''</center>
 
File:Laser engraved panels.jpg|alt=Laser engraved panels|<center>'''Laser engraved panels<br>(by Mike Mike)'''</center>
 
File:Laser engraved panels.jpg|alt=Laser engraved panels|<center>'''Laser engraved panels<br>(by Mike Mike)'''</center>
 
File:Wall art princess bride.jpg|alt=princess bride wall art|<center>'''princess bride<br>minimalist wall art<br>(by Ben Severson)'''</center>
 
File:Wall art princess bride.jpg|alt=princess bride wall art|<center>'''princess bride<br>minimalist wall art<br>(by Ben Severson)'''</center>
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===Epilog Laser Photo Gallery===
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===Epilog Laser Photo Gallery ===
 
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File:TOSC Epilog tour 2021-11-24.jpg|alt=TOSC Epilog tour 2021-11-24|<center>'''TOSC tour<br>2021-11-24'''</center>
 
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:[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg/playlists '''"Things we've built'''"], Created playlists, including 3D-printed robotic hand (2015)
 
:[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg/playlists '''"Things we've built'''"], Created playlists, including 3D-printed robotic hand (2015)
  
==Other Fun Stuff==
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== Other Fun Stuff==
 
:'''Cut boxes with a laser cutter: [https://www.makercase.com/ MakerCase] or [https://hackaday.io/project/10649-boxespy Boxes.py]'''
 
:'''Cut boxes with a laser cutter: [https://www.makercase.com/ MakerCase] or [https://hackaday.io/project/10649-boxespy Boxes.py]'''
 
:[[wikipedia:Ambigram|'''What is an ambigram?''']]
 
:[[wikipedia:Ambigram|'''What is an ambigram?''']]

Revision as of 21:47, 19 February 2022

The Laser Engraver/Cutter Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.

Additional training is required to use our Level 3 equipment.

 Laser Area  hand tools should be marked with red tape or paint.

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 and Training

Area Captains

Robbie Cochran (Epilog Laser)
Lisa MacNicol (BOSSLASER)

Area Captain Duties

Classes

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

Training

Robbie Cochran (Epilog Laser)
Nicolas Ordahl (BOSSLASER)


Watch these videos on LightBurn BEFORE (BOSSLASER) CLASS!
Lesson 1 First Time User
Lesson 2 LightBurn UI Walkthrough
Lesson 3 Cut Settings
LightBurn Basics #1 Importing, Selection, Grouping, Movement
LightBurn Basics #2 Text and Offsetting
LightBurn Basics # 3 Trace Image and Weld
Pikes Peak Makerspace Boss Laser Intro -- external link to PPM YouTube channel
ALWAYS ensure the work area interior and exterior is clean before and after your work.


Tips

DO NOT cut materials with PVC on either laser, this will release chlorine gas which is toxic.

For Help

Message in PPM Slack channel #laser-cutter



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

Introduction to the Zing Laser‏‎ (15:26, 20 May 2015)

Laser Cutting Material Table‏‎ (15:41, 21 May 2015)

Laser Cutting Acrylic‏‎ (16:31, 24 November 2015)


Equipment Lists

BOSSLASER

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
Estimated
Value
Manual Owner Status Problem
Description
BOSS LASER engraver
Boss 150 Watt

CO2 Laser

Level 3 badge
Boss LS-3655

$20,000

Operators Manual PPM working (12/28/21)
BOSS LASER OUTFEED TABLE
OUTFEED TABLE Mike Mike PPM working (12/28/21)
Industrial Chiller
Industrial Chiller S&A CW‑5000DG Maintenance Manual PPM working (12/28/21)
Compressor
Compressor PPM being repaired

(01/22/22)

BOSS LASER Computer
Computer HP h8-1117c

$250

PPM working (12/28/21)
27" Monitor Dell

$100

PPM working (12/28/21)
rotary attachment for Boss Laser PPM ?
Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
Estimated
Value
Manual Owner Status Problem
Description

Zing LASER

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
Estimated
Value
Manual Owner Status Problem
Description
Zing LASER.jpg
Zing 30 Watt Laser
Level 3 badge
Epilog Laser 10000 Laser System

$5,800

yes, and online PPM working
Computer HP h8-1117c

$250

PPM working
20" Monitor Dell

$100

PPM working
Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
Estimated
Value
Manual Owner Status Problem
Description


Hand Tools

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

Donations Received

Wish List

Policies

Equipment Reservations

Materials

DO NOT cut materials with PVC on either laser, this will release chlorine gas which is toxic.
Donate for "Wood Sheet for Laser" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
Help Us Keep Stocked Up!
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.

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.

Software

Design Software

Adobe Illustrator (Windows 10 and Macintosh)
Adobe Photoshop (Windows 10 and Macintosh)
Inkscape Tips
Procreate (Tips, Training and Meetups)

Printing Software

LightBurn (for BOSSLASER)
Adobe Acrobat (for Epilog LASER)

Member Showcase

Boss Laser Photo Gallery


Epilog Laser Photo Gallery

PPM YouTube Channel

"featured" videos, (the YouTube "HOME" tab)
"Things we've built", Created playlists, including 3D-printed robotic hand (2015)

Other Fun Stuff

Cut boxes with a laser cutter: MakerCase or Boxes.py
What is an ambigram?
Procreate superpowers



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