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'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides a Graphtec vinyl cutter and a Silhouette craft cutter for its members.'''
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The cutters are available for all our members to use, without any additional required training (Level&nbsp;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&nbsp;reality.
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'''The Vinyl Cutting Area at PPM consists mostly of Level&nbsp;2&nbsp;equipment.'''
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Additional training is required to use our Level&nbsp;2&nbsp;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&nbsp;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&nbsp;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&nbsp;engravers.'''
:*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
:(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand&nbsp;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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'''Links to external sites:'''
:*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Con-Tact brand paper, '''[https://con-tactbrand.com/pages/common-questions Common Questions]'''
:'''[https://www.graphtecamerica.com/cp-faq-video-ce6000-english CE6000 Series Video Training]'''
:'''[https://learn.cricut.com/ Cricut] craft cutter''' — "Learn from the pros."
:'''[https://www.silhouette101.com/ Silhouette] craft cutter''' — Get Started/Tutorials/Videos


===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&nbsp;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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h8-1117c
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Windows 10 Pro
|[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips|CorelDRAW X6,]]
[[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.
{{Member Benefits}}
[[Donations Received|'''Donations Received''']]
==Policies==
'''Materials'''
:To donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" use the Optix app.


[[Wish List#Vinyl Cutting|'''Wish List''']]
:'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on any of our laser engravers:'''
: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''' Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
{{Member Benefits}}
===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&nbsp;engravers.'''
::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Con-Tact brand paper, '''[https://con-tactbrand.com/pages/common-questions Common Questions]'''
::(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper


{{Red Tags}}
{{Red Tags}}
{{Scrap and Trash}}


==Related Software==
==Additional Help==
'''Links to other PPM Wiki pages:'''
Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter


===[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips]]===
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.
 
===[[Cutting Master 3 Tips]]===
 
==Member Showcase==
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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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==Related Pages==
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
 
:'''[[SVG File Format Tips]]'''
 
:[[Assembly_Table_(Clean_Projects)|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Assembly Table (Clean Projects)'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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Latest revision as of 23:40, 26 June 2026

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides a Graphtec vinyl cutter and a Silhouette craft cutter for its members.

Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace
PPM TRAINING REQUIRED

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




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


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.
  • Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf
    Vinyl Cutter
    Overview and Instructions.pdf
- 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 Film

Classes

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

Picture Item Manufacturer Model Resources
24" Cutting

Plotter

Level 1 badge
 Graphtec CE5000‑60
craft cutter
Level 1 badge
 Silhouette Cameo 2

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 "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 Film

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 #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.


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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