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The cutters are available for all our members to use, without any additional required training (Level 1) .
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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'''The Vinyl Cutting Area at PPM consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.'''
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Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.
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==Classes and Training==
===[[New Member Orientation]]===
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===Area Contact — Mathew Palfenier===
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:To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on Slack.
==PPM Training ==
:- '''If you receive a no Media Error ,''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting .
===Classes===
:- '''Weeding ''' is the process of removing the (vinyl) material from a design that has been cut, leaving behind only the desired artwork.
:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
===Training===
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'''- Pick the small Application Launcher button''' from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3".
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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'''- 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 of our laser engravers: '''
'''- 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
:(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper)
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File:Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|alt=Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|<center>'''Vinyl Cutter<br>Overview and Instructions.pdf'''</center>
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:*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Con-Tact brand paper, '''[https://con-tactbrand.com/pages/common-questions Common Questions]'''
===Tips===
==Classes ==
:The vinyl cutting PC is not a design workstation. Please limit the use of the station to cutting only.
===For Additional Help===
To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on our Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
:Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
:[[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 community.
==Equipment Lists==
==Equipment Lists==
==='''Cutting plotter and craft cutter''' ===
===24" Graphtec cutter ===
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''' Plotter'''<br>
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===Vinyl Cutting Computer ===
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[[Cutting Master 3 Tips|Cutting Master 3,]]
Graphtec Pro Studio
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===Hand Tools===
== Benefits ==
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
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==Policies==
'''Materials'''
:To donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" use the Optix app .
===[[Donations Received]]===
:'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on any of our laser engravers:'''
===[[Wish List#Vinyl Cutting|Wish List]]===
::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
: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==
::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Con-Tact brand paper, '''[https://con-tactbrand .com /pages /common-questions Common Questions ]'''
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===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Equipment Reservations]===
===Materials===
:'''Donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" via PayPal: [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff 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.'''
::(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper
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== Related Software==
Links to other PPM Wiki pages:
===[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips]]===
===[[Cutting Master 3 Tips]]===
==Member Showcase==
==Additional Help ==
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Use the PPM Slack channel # vinyl-cutter
File:TECHWEARS vinyl sign.jpg|alt=TECHWEARS vinyl sign|<center>TECHWEARS<br>vinyl sign</center>
File:Round PCB PPM clock.jpg|alt=Round PCB PPM clock|<center>Round PCB<br>PPM clock<br>(February 2020)</center>
File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|<center>Outdoor window sign<br>for our Makerspace</center>
File:Vinyl sign MAC original.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>original sign in<br>MAC parking lot</center>
File:Vinyl sign Challenge.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:IMG 4820.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:Vinyl sign Art is.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:Vinyl sign Picasso.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:Vinyl sign Einstein.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:Dewey.jpg|alt=Dewey|<center>Dewey<br>by Nicolas Ordahl</center>
File:Rockclimber.jpg|alt=Rockclimber|<center>Rockclimber<br>by Nick T.</center>
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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.
==See Also==
Links to other PPM Wiki pages:
:'''[[SVG File Format Tips]]'''
:'''[[Assembly Table (Clean Projects)]]'''
:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Computers''' </span>]]
==Curated Links==
Links to member-recommended external sites:
:'''[https://www.graphtecamerica.com/cp-faq-video-ce6000-english CE6000 Series Video Training]'''
==Other Fun Stuff ==
Links to (frivolous?) external sites:
:'''[https://learn.cricut.com/ Cricut] craft cutter''' — "Learn from the pros."
:'''[https://www.silhouette101.com/ Silhouette] craft cutter''' — Get Started/Tutorials/Videos
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Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides a Graphtec vinyl cutter and a Silhouette craft cutter for its members.
PPM TRAINING REQUIRED The cutters are available for all our members to use, without any additional required training (Level 1).
Contact Us
PPM Training - If you receive a no Media Error, and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting. - Weeding is the process of removing the (vinyl) material from a design that has been cut, leaving behind only the desired artwork. - Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not engrave or cut these on any of our laser engravers: Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil FilmClasses To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on our Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
Equipment Lists Cutting plotter and craft cutter
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Item
Manufacturer
Model
Resources
24" Cutting
Plotter
Graphtec
CE5000‑60
craft cutter Silhouette
Cameo 2
Benefits PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants: (bring proof of PPM membership) Policies Materials
To donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" use the Optix app. - Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on any of our laser engravers: Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil FilmRed 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 #vinyl-cutter
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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