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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.'''
 
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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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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The area is available for all our members to use, without&nbsp;any additional required&nbsp;training (Level&nbsp;1).
 
'''''Always leave the space better than you found it.'''''
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==Classes and Training==
 
===[[New Member Orientation]]===
 
===Area Contact — Steve Leininger===
:To help out in the Electronics Area message the Area Contact on&nbsp;Slack.
 
===Classes===
: Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its  [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']


===Training===
==External Training==
Links to external sites:
:'''https://www.instructables.com/Basic-Electronics/'''
:'''https://whizoo.com''' — Controleo3 Reflow Oven Controller
:'''[https://www.librarything.com/catalog/PikesPeakMakerspace/electronicsarea LibraryThing]''' — Our electronics-related books


===Tips===
'''Links to external sites:'''
:Measure twice, solder once.


===For Additional Help===
:'''[https://www.instructables.com/Basic-Electronics/ Basic Electronics]''' — on AUTODESK Instructables
:Use the PPM Slack channel #electronics
:'''[https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+To+Use+A+Multimeter/25632 How To Use A Multimeter]''' — on IFIXIT
:[[How To Slack#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&nbsp;community.


==Equipment Lists==
==Equipment Lists ==


===Soldering Equipment===
==='''Electronics Equipment'''===
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|Manufacturer /<br>Model
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|Resources
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|[[File:HAKKO soldering station.jpg|alt=HAKKO soldering station|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''soldering stations (2)'''
|[https://hakkousa.com/products/soldering/soldering-irons.html HAKKO]
|[https://hakkousa.com/fx-888d DFX-888D]
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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]]
|'''solder reflow oven'''
| James Gravert
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|[[:File:SMD Reflow Oven.pdf|Class Documentation]]
(by Adam&nbsp;Gleason)
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|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
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===Electronics===
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|'''Training'''
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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)'''
|PHILIPS
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PM 3070
PM 3070
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|'''logic analyzer'''
|<br>saleae<br><br>
|'''[https://support.saleae.com/ Saleae Support]'''
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|[[File:Protek DC Power Supply.jpg|alt=Protek DC Power Supply 3006B|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|[[File:Protek DC Power Supply.jpg|alt=Protek DC Power Supply 3006B|center|frameless|133x133px]]
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3006B
3006B
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|'''AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATOR'''
|SIMRAN
AR-350
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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'''
|'''DIGITAL MULTIMETER'''
|hp
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3478A
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]]
|[[File:HP 8116A PULSE FUNCTION GENERATOR.jpg|alt=HP 8116A PULSE FUNCTION GENERATOR|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''PULSE/FUNCTION GENERATOR'''
|'''PULSE/FUNCTION GENERATOR'''
'''50 MHz'''
'''50 MHz'''
|hp
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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]]
|'''VACUUM TUBE'''
'''VOLTMETER'''
 
(vintage, condition&nbsp;unknown)
|HEWLETT PACKARD
hp 400D
|'''[https://www.qsl.net/wb4bxw/manuals-drawings/HP/400D-H-L_ac_volt_meter/400D-H-L_service_manual.pdf OPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL]'''
(1966)
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==='''Soldering Equipment'''===
===Design Workstation===
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|Network Speed,<br>Wired
|'''soldering stations (2)'''
'''70W'''
|HAKKO
DFX-888D
|[https://hakkousa.com/products/soldering/soldering-irons.html '''HAKKO''']
[https://hakkousa.com/fx-888d '''DFX-888D''']
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'''Dell monitors (2),'''  


'''external speakers<br>'''
|Weller
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|<center>'''Computer'''</center>
|'''solder reflow oven'''
|<center>'''System'''</center>
|James Gravert
|<center>'''CPU'''</center>
|[[:File:SMD Reflow Oven.pdf|'''Class Documentation''']]
|<center>'''Memory'''</center>
(by Adam&nbsp;Gleason) 
|<center>'''Storage'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Network Speed,<br>Wired'''</center>
'''https://whizoo.com'''
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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]]
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|PACE
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:'''Design workstation ONLY!'''


:'''NO Facebook, social media, or random browsing.'''
=== Hand Tools ===
 
=== Electronics — Not Working ===
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'''DIGITAL MULTIMETERS'''<br>
'''CEN-TECH'''<br>
'''7 FUNCTION'''<br>
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|'''Oscilloscope'''
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|ST-16B
|[https://htcinstruments.com/images/ST-16A-ST-16B.pdf specs]
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|'''Squink PCB Printer'''
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|BotFactory&nbsp;Inc
|WAGNER
|Squink
|[https://www.botfactory.co/page/product product page]
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|HP Compaq
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|'''wire strippers (3)'''
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===Hand Tools===
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|'''Manufacturer'''
|'''Model<br>Number'''
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|[[File:Multimeter.jpg|center|frameless|160x160px]]
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|'''DIGITAL MULTIMETERS'''
|'''rj-45 crimpers'''
'''CEN-TECH'''
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'''7 FUNCTION'''
|Harbor Freight
|[https://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-90899.html 90899]
|Yes
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:'''Electronics Area''' hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#864199">'''purple'''</span> 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#Electronics|Wish List]]===
:☐ Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our&nbsp;Makerspace.
: 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==
==Benefits==
{{Member Benefits}}
{{Member Benefits}}


===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Equipment Reservations]===
==Policies==
 
'''Materials'''
===Materials===
:To donate for "General Supplies" use the Optix app.
:'''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.'''''
{{Red Tags}}
{{Red Tags}}
{{Scrap and Trash}}


==Related Software==
==Additional Help==
Links to other PPM Wiki pages:
Use the PPM Slack channel #electronics
:[[Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips|'''Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips''']]


==See Also==
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.
Links to other PPM Wiki pages:


:[[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>]]
:[[Ubuntu|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Ubuntu Workstation'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Computers -- Vintage|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Vintage'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
[[Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips|'''Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips''']]
==Curated Links==
Links to external sites:
:[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==
Links to external sites:
:'''[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 06:33, 14 September 2026

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.

Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace
PPM MEMBER USE

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

Always leave the space better than you found it.


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.


External Training

Links to external sites:

Basic Electronics — on AUTODESK Instructables
How To Use A Multimeter — on IFIXIT

Equipment Lists

Electronics Equipment

Picture Item Manufacturer /
Model 		Resources
HP 54510A scope
 oscilloscope

(250MHz, 2 channel)

hp

54510A

digital oscilloscope

(100MHz)

PHILIPS

PM 3070

logic analyzer
saleae

 Saleae Support
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)

Soldering Equipment

Picture Item Manufacturer /
Model 		Resources
HAKKO soldering station
 soldering stations (2)

70W

HAKKO

DFX-888D

HAKKO

DFX-888D


soldering irons

 Weller

hot air station
REFLOW OVEN
 solder reflow oven James Gravert Class Documentation

(by Adam Gleason)

https://whizoo.com

Fume Extractor
 Fume Extractor PACE

Hand Tools

Picture Item Manufacturer

DIGITAL MULTIMETERS
CEN-TECH
7 FUNCTION

Level 1 badge
 Harbor Freight

heat guns (2)

 WAGNER

hot glue guns (2)
wire strippers (3)
rj-45 crimpers
☐ 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 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 #electronics

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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