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'''The Metal Shop Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.''' | '''The Metal Shop Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.''' | ||
| − | Additional PPM training and then certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment. | + | Additional PPM training and then PPM certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment. |
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| + | '''Metal Shop Area''' hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape, paint, or powder coating.<br> | ||
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: Classes for the the Grizzly combination machine are split into individual Mill and Lathe Classes. | : Classes for the the Grizzly combination machine are split into individual Mill and Lathe Classes. | ||
: PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | : PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | ||
| + | : To help out in the Metal Shop Area contact us on Slack. | ||
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| − | Links to external sites: | + | '''Links to external sites:''' |
:[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwYbaZbrTe0UJozQzrO3bbg '''Evolution Power Tools'''] — on YouTube | :[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwYbaZbrTe0UJozQzrO3bbg '''Evolution Power Tools'''] — on YouTube | ||
:'''[[wikipedia:G-code|G-code]]''' — on Wikipedia | :'''[[wikipedia:G-code|G-code]]''' — on Wikipedia | ||
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|Manufacturer | |Manufacturer | ||
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|[[File:DELTA bandsaw side.jpg|alt=DELTA bandsaw side photo|center|frameless|160x160px]] | |[[File:DELTA bandsaw side.jpg|alt=DELTA bandsaw side photo|center|frameless|160x160px]] | ||
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|DELTA | |DELTA | ||
|17-959L | |17-959L | ||
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|[https://pdf.lowes.com/useandcareguides/028877553641_use.pdf Instruction Manual (pdf)] | |[https://pdf.lowes.com/useandcareguides/028877553641_use.pdf Instruction Manual (pdf)] | ||
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|CENTRAL MACHINERY | |CENTRAL MACHINERY | ||
|32879 | |32879 | ||
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|[https://www.harborfreight.com/20-ton-shop-press-32879.html website] | |[https://www.harborfreight.com/20-ton-shop-press-32879.html website] | ||
[https://manuals.harborfreight.com/manuals/32000-32999/32879.pdf Owner's Manual] | [https://manuals.harborfreight.com/manuals/32000-32999/32879.pdf Owner's Manual] | ||
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|evolution POWER TOOLS | |evolution POWER TOOLS | ||
|evoSAW | |evoSAW | ||
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|[https://store.evolutionpowertools.com/ website] | |[https://store.evolutionpowertools.com/ website] | ||
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| DoALL | | DoALL | ||
|S-F-P | |S-F-P | ||
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'''on stand''' | '''on stand''' | ||
|CRAFTSMAN | |CRAFTSMAN | ||
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|CENTRAL MACHINERY | |CENTRAL MACHINERY | ||
|61791 | |61791 | ||
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|[https://manuals.harborfreight.com/manuals/61000-61999/61791.pdf Owner's Manual] | |[https://manuals.harborfreight.com/manuals/61000-61999/61791.pdf Owner's Manual] | ||
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|JANESVILLE | |JANESVILLE | ||
|ILP-500 | |ILP-500 | ||
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|[https://www.janesvilletool.com/P/2/model-ilp-500-precision-assembly-press Literature + Downloads] | |[https://www.janesvilletool.com/P/2/model-ilp-500-precision-assembly-press Literature + Downloads] | ||
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|WELLS | |WELLS | ||
|Wellsaw 58B | |Wellsaw 58B | ||
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|[https://shoptoolreviews.com/metalworking/metal-bandsaws-cutoff/wellsaw-58b-metal-cutting-bandsaw/19798/ Review] | |[https://shoptoolreviews.com/metalworking/metal-bandsaws-cutoff/wellsaw-58b-metal-cutting-bandsaw/19798/ Review] | ||
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'''former''' | '''former''' | ||
|PLAST-O-CRAFT | |PLAST-O-CRAFT | ||
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|Grizzly | |Grizzly | ||
G0516 | G0516 | ||
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|[https://www.grizzly.com/products/grizzly-combo-lathe-w-milling-attachment/g0516 G0516] | |[https://www.grizzly.com/products/grizzly-combo-lathe-w-milling-attachment/g0516 G0516] | ||
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[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]] | [[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]] | ||
|U.S. General | |U.S. General | ||
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'''with Lock-On Paddle Switch''' | '''with Lock-On Paddle Switch''' | ||
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|[https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Metalworking/Grinders/6142-30 '''product page'''] | |[https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Metalworking/Grinders/6142-30 '''product page'''] | ||
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|[[File:Angle Grinder PPM.jpg|alt=Angle Grinder PPM|center|frameless|160x160px]] | |[[File:Angle Grinder PPM.jpg|alt=Angle Grinder PPM|center|frameless|160x160px]] | ||
|'''Angle Grinder''' | |'''Angle Grinder''' | ||
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|Milwaukee | |Milwaukee | ||
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'''Titanium''' | '''Titanium''' | ||
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| − | | | + | |'''48-89-4632''' |
| − | '''48-89-4632''' | ||
|[https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Accessories/Metal-Drilling/Twist-Drill-Bits/48-89-4632 '''product page'''] | |[https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Accessories/Metal-Drilling/Twist-Drill-Bits/48-89-4632 '''product page'''] | ||
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|[[File:Punch set.jpg|alt=Punch set in plastic case|center|frameless|133x133px]] | |[[File:Punch set.jpg|alt=Punch set in plastic case|center|frameless|133x133px]] | ||
|'''Punch Set in plastic case''' | |'''Punch Set in plastic case''' | ||
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|Wheeler | |Wheeler | ||
| − | '''951900''' | + | |'''951900''' |
|[https://www.wheelertools.com/gunsmithing-tools/hammer-and-punch/hammer-and-punch-set-plastic-case/951900.html '''product page'''] | |[https://www.wheelertools.com/gunsmithing-tools/hammer-and-punch/hammer-and-punch-set-plastic-case/951900.html '''product page'''] | ||
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:'''Metal Shop Area''' hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint or powder coating. | :'''Metal Shop Area''' hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint or powder coating. | ||
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace. | :Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace. | ||
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==Benefits== | ==Benefits== | ||
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:'''Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal: [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]''' | :'''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.''''' | :'''''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.''''' | ||
| + | :'''<br />Links to member-recommended external sites:''' | ||
| + | ::'''[https://8020.net/ 80/20]''' — BUILD YOUR IDEA | ||
| + | ::'''[https://www.unistrut.us/resources UNISTRUT]''' — Metal Framing System | ||
{{Red Tags}} | {{Red Tags}} | ||
== Related Pages == | == Related Pages == | ||
| − | Links to related PPM Wiki pages: | + | '''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:''' |
:[[Metal_Shop — CNC SHOPMASTER|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> '''Metal Shop — CNC SHOPMASTER''' </span>]] | :[[Metal_Shop — CNC SHOPMASTER|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> '''Metal Shop — CNC SHOPMASTER''' </span>]] | ||
:[[Sandblasting_Cabinet|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> '''Metal Shop — Sandblasting Cabinet''' </span>]] | :[[Sandblasting_Cabinet|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> '''Metal Shop — Sandblasting Cabinet''' </span>]] | ||
:[[Powder_Coating_Area|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> '''Metal Shop — Powder Coating''' </span>]] | :[[Powder_Coating_Area|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> '''Metal Shop — Powder Coating''' </span>]] | ||
:[[Welding_Area|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> '''Metal Shop — Welding Area''' </span>]] | :[[Welding_Area|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> '''Metal Shop — Welding Area''' </span>]] | ||
| − | :[[Wood_Shop|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:# | + | |
| − | :[[ | + | :[[Wood_Shop|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#3DA942"> '''Wood Shop''' </span>]] |
| − | :[[Shed|<span style="color:# | + | |
| + | :[[Vented_Room|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#0F99D7"> '''Vented Room''' </span>]] - '''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve make a reservation]''' | ||
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| + | :[[Shed|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#766FAF"> '''Shed''' </span>]] | ||
:'''[[Autodesk Fusion Tips]]''' | :'''[[Autodesk Fusion Tips]]''' | ||
==Hand-Curated Links== | ==Hand-Curated Links== | ||
| − | Links to member-recommended external sites: | + | '''Links to member-recommended external sites:''' |
| + | :'''[https://www.machsupport.com/software/mach3/ Mach3]''' — control motors (stepper & servo) by processing G-Code | ||
:'''[https://littlemachineshop.com/info/business_resources.php?ID=1343147249&CAT=1 Little Machine Shop]''' — Resource Information | :'''[https://littlemachineshop.com/info/business_resources.php?ID=1343147249&CAT=1 Little Machine Shop]''' — Resource Information | ||
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== For Additional Help== | == For Additional Help== | ||
Latest revision as of 11:44, 21 November 2024
The Metal Shop Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.
Additional PPM training and then PPM certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.
Metal Shop Area hand tools should be marked with pink tape, paint, or powder coating.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.
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
- Classes for the the Grizzly combination machine are split into individual Mill and Lathe Classes.
- PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
- To help out in the Metal Shop Area contact us on Slack.
Training
Links to external sites:
- Evolution Power Tools — on YouTube
- G-code — on Wikipedia
Equipment Lists
Metal Shop Equipment
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Power Requirements |
Resources |
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17" Laser Drill Press  |
DELTA | 17-959L | Instruction Manual (pdf) | |
| 20 TON SHOP PRESS |
CENTRAL MACHINERY | 32879 | website | ||
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Metal Cutting Chop Saw 14" blade |
evolution POWER TOOLS | evoSAW | website | |
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metal
band saw (vertical) |
DoALL | S-F-P | ||
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5 in.
Bench Grinder on stand |
CRAFTSMAN | |||
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6 in.
Bench Grinder on stand |
CRAFTSMAN | |||
| BENDING BRAKE
30 inch |
CENTRAL MACHINERY | 61791 | Owner's Manual | ||
| TOOL PRESS
1/2 TON |
JANESVILLE | ILP-500 | Literature + Downloads | ||
| METAL
BAND SAW (horizontal) |
WELLS | Wellsaw 58B | Review | ||
| vacuum
former |
PLAST-O-CRAFT | ||||
Lathe Equipment
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Power Requirements |
Resources | Owner |
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combination machine (Mill and Lathe) |
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Grizzly
G0516 |
G0516 | Bill Epperson | |
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tool cabinet |
U.S. General | Bill Epperson | |||
Grizzly G0516 Mill/Drill/Lathe
WARNING
Hand Tools
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Resources |
| magnetic
sweeper |
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4-1/2" Small
Angle Grinder with Lock-On Paddle Switch |
Milwaukee | 6142-30 | product page |
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Angle Grinder | Milwaukee | ||
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Drill Bit Set,
29 pieces, Titanium |
Milwaukee | 48-89-4632 | product page |
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Punch Set in plastic case | Wheeler | 951900 | product page |
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vise grips | |||
- Metal Shop Area hand tools should be marked with pink tape or paint or powder coating.
- 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 membership)
| Company | Website | Benefit | Directions to |
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Woodcraft of Colorado Springs | 10% discount | 4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway |
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CO Lumber Specialties | 10% discount | 3636 Stone Avenue |
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GENERAL AIR | 10% discount | 3031 N Nevada Ave. |
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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.
Policies
Materials
- Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
Links to member-recommended external sites:
Red Tags
- If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tags-issues
- This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.
Related Pages
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
- Metal Shop — CNC SHOPMASTER
- Metal Shop — Sandblasting Cabinet
- Metal Shop — Powder Coating
- Metal Shop — Welding Area
Hand-Curated Links
Links to member-recommended external sites:
- Mach3 — control motors (stepper & servo) by processing G-Code
- Little Machine Shop — Resource Information
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop
- 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.
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.
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative processes by providing shared space, shared tools, materials, software, and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.