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| − | : To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas and comments on Slack. | + | :To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas and comments on Slack. |
:View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]''' | :View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]''' | ||
===Classes=== | ===Classes=== | ||
:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | :Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | ||
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:"DO NOT TURN OFF / USE STANDBY INSTEAD" | :"DO NOT TURN OFF / USE STANDBY INSTEAD" | ||
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:'''-''' If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file to see if it has elements that need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard. | :'''-''' If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file to see if it has elements that need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard. | ||
:'''-''' The media profile for "Hewlett-Packard/Studio Canvas" does not include cutting canvas at the end of the job, just use a pair of scissors instead. | :'''-''' The media profile for "Hewlett-Packard/Studio Canvas" does not include cutting canvas at the end of the job, just use a pair of scissors instead. | ||
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==Equipment Lists== | ==Equipment Lists== | ||
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===Materials=== | ===Materials=== | ||
:'''Cost''' | :'''Cost''' | ||
| − | :HW Paper $1.00 per foot, Canvas $3.00 per foot | + | : HW Paper $1.00 per foot, Canvas $3.00 per foot |
:'''Donate for Materials: [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]''' (use "Other" drop down menu) | :'''Donate for Materials: [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]''' (use "Other" drop down menu) | ||
:'''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.''' | ||
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:Various size stretcher boards, canvas stretcher tool and stapler for mounting canvas prints | :Various size stretcher boards, canvas stretcher tool and stapler for mounting canvas prints | ||
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:[[File:Wide Format Supplies cart.jpg|thumb|267x267px|'''Large Format Printing Supplies''']] | :[[File:Wide Format Supplies cart.jpg|thumb|267x267px|'''Large Format Printing Supplies''']] | ||
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|'''Poster Grade Glossy Paper''' | |'''Poster Grade Glossy Paper''' | ||
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==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
===[[Rotary Cutter]]=== | ===[[Rotary Cutter]]=== | ||
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==Curated Links== | ==Curated Links== | ||
Revision as of 22:34, 12 April 2022
The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.
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
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.pdf
PPM Fire
Prevention Plan.pdf
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
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
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.
- Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.
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 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.
Flammables Cabinet
in the Vented Room
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 Captain -- Volunteers needed
- To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas and comments on Slack.
- View all PPM Area Captains
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
- "DO NOT TURN OFF / USE STANDBY INSTEAD"
Large Format Printer
display
Large Format Printer
load paper steps (6)
Tips
- - If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file to see if it has elements that need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard.
- - The media profile for "Hewlett-Packard/Studio Canvas" does not include cutting canvas at the end of the job, just use a pair of scissors instead.
For Additional Help
- Use the #large-format-printer channel in Slack!
Equipment Lists
Large Format Printers
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
Large Format
4-Color
Inkjet Printer  |
hp | Designjet
510 |
? |
HP website | PPM | Working
(04/09/22) |
(broken blue 2" spindle hub) |
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
Hand Tools
- Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Donations Received
Wish List
- additional spindles and hubs for 3" diameter paper rolls
Policies
Equipment Reservations
Materials
- Cost
- HW Paper $1.00 per foot, Canvas $3.00 per foot
- Donate for Materials: bit.ly/ppmstuff (use "Other" drop down menu)
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
- Help Us Keep Stocked Up!
- Various size stretcher boards, canvas stretcher tool and stapler for mounting canvas prints
Large Format Printing Supplies
- File:Wide Format Supplies cart.jpgLarge Format Printing Supplies
| Item | Media Profile |
Weight | Size | Core Size
(2 or 3 in) |
Quantity | Recommendation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poster Grade Glossy Paper | 36" | Buy -- Almost Out | |||||
| Matte White Canvas | 35" | Buy -- Almost Out | |||||
| Presentation Grade Matte Paper | 36" | ||||||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 30" | |||||
| Premium Matte Paper | 47lb | 24" | |||||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 33" | |||||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 23.5" | |||||
| Heavy Weight Coated Paper | 36" | ||||||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 24" | |||||
| Translucent Bond Paper | 15lb | 24" | |||||
| Off White Bond Paper | 24" | ||||||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 36" | |||||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 11" | Sell | ||||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 11.5" | Sell | ||||
| Translucent Bond Paper | 15lb | 36" | Sell | ||||
| Translucent Bond Paper | 15lb | 48" | Sell -- too wide | ||||
| Item | Media Profile |
Weight | Size | Core Size
(2 or 3 in) |
Quantity | Recommendation | Date |
- PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
- (bring proof of membership)
| Company | Website | Benefit | Directions to |
 |
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 |
- 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.
Red Tags and Reporting Issues
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 7, 10 and Macintosh, not Ubuntu)
- Adobe Photoshop (Windows 7, 10 and Macintosh, not Ubuntu)
- Inkscape
- Procreate (Tips, Training and Meetups)
Printing Software
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Illustrator
- CorelDRAW X6
- Preview -- Some PPM members have good luck printing from Macintosh's built-in application Preview.
Member Showcase
Photo Gallery
- Car show sign.jpg
Abbey car show
posters 
Raspberry Pi
poster
Raspberry Pi Books
poster
Mountains
poster
"Record" printout
100 inches long
(October 2016)
Electric car
canvas print
MOTOMINDED
window curtains
(Chris Vestal)- Arts14 poster.jpg
arts14 poster
Manitou Springs HS
(January 13, 2017)
- For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack, or follow our social media links.
See Also
Rotary Cutter
- A 59" Rotary Cutter is available to trim large paper projects (but not fabric.)
Curated Links
Other Fun Stuff
Consider Hofstadter's law
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.