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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).


'''The Vinyl Cutting Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level&nbsp;2&nbsp;equipment.'''<br>
Additional training is required to use our Level&nbsp;2&nbsp;equipment.
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[[File:Vinyl cutter.jpg|alt=Vinyl Cutter Area|thumb|300x300px|'''Vinyl Cutting Area'''<br><br>]]
==PPM Training==
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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.


==Classes and Training==
:- '''Weeding''' is the process of removing the (vinyl) material from a design that has been cut, leaving behind only the desired artwork.


===Area Captain -- Volunteers needed===
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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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: To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on Slack.
:'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not engrave or cut these on any of our laser engravers:'''


===Classes===
:*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its  [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']


===Training===
:*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Con-Tact brand paper, '''[https://con-tactbrand.com/pages/common-questions Common Questions]'''
'''- Pick the small Application Launcher button''' from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3".


'''- If you receive a no Media Error,''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting.
==Classes==
'''- 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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===Tips===
:'''To turn on the lights on the vinyl cutter cart,''' use the remote and point at the receiver near the power strip.


===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


==Equipment Lists==
==Equipment Lists==
 
==='''Cutting plotter and craft cutter'''===
===24" Graphtec cutter===
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|'''24" Cutting Plotter'''<br>
|'''24" Cutting'''
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'''Plotter'''<br>
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|Graphtec
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|CE5000&#8209;60
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===Vinyl Cutting Computer===
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|[[File:Vinyl Cutting Workstation.jpg|alt=Vinyl Cutting Workstation|center|frameless|160x160px|Vinyl Cutting Workstation]]
|'''PC'''
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Cutting Master3,
Adobe Illustrator
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|'''monitor'''
|'''craft cutter'''<br>
|Dell
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|V226HQL
|Silhouette
|<p style="text-align:right;">$100</p>
|Cameo 2
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|'''wired mouse'''
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The vinyl cutting PC is not a design workstation. Please limit the use of the station to printing/cutting only.
===34" VEVOR cutter===
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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]]===
 
===[[Wish List#Vinyl Cutting|Wish List]]===
 
==Policies==
==Policies==
===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve-equipment Equipment Reservations]===
'''Materials'''
===Materials===
:To donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" use the Optix app.
:'''Cost'''
:Vinyl  $0.25/foot
:R Tape  $0.25/foot
:TOTAL  $0.50/foot
:'''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.'''
:Help Us Keep Stocked Up!
 
:'''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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==Software==
:'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on any of our laser engravers:'''


===[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips]]===
::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film


===[https://www.graphtecamerica.com/cp-faq-cut-master-3 Cutting Master 3]===
::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Con-Tact brand paper, '''[https://con-tactbrand.com/pages/common-questions Common Questions]'''


=== [[Adobe Illustrator Tips|Adobe Illustrator]] ===
{{Red Tags}}


==Member Showcase==
==Additional Help==
===Photo Gallery===
Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
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File:TECHWEARS vinyl sign.jpg|alt=TECHWEARS vinyl sign|<center>'''TECHWEARS<br>vinyl sign'''</center>
File:Vinyl for TW retail display.jpg|alt=Vinyl for TECHWEARS retail display|<center>'''Vinyl for TechWears<br>retail display'''</center>
File:Round PCB PPM clock.jpg|alt=Round PCB PPM clock|<center>'''Round PCB<br>PPM clock'''</center>
File:Vinyl sign.jpg|alt=Vinyl sign|<center>'''Vinyl sign<br>in 3D Printing Area'''</center>
File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|<center>'''Outdoor window sign<br>for our Makerspace'''</center>
File:Vinyl costs.jpg|alt=Vinyl costs|<center>'''Vinyl Cutting<br>Material Costs'''</center>
File:Vinyl sign MAC original.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>'''original parking lot sign, (MAC)'''</center>
File:Vinyl sign Challenge.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>'''vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)'''</center>
File:IMG 4820.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>'''vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)'''</center>
File:Vinyl sign Art is.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>'''vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)'''</center>
File:Vinyl sign Picasso.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>'''vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)'''</center>
File:Vinyl sign Einstein.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>'''vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)'''</center>
File:Dewey.jpg|alt=Dewey|<center>'''Dewey<br>(by Nicolas Ordahl)'''</center>
File:Rockclimber.jpg|alt=Rockclimber|<center>'''Rockclimber<br>(by Nick Tait)'''</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&nbsp;community.


===PPM YouTube Channel===
:'''[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg/featured "featured" videos],''' (the YouTube "HOME" tab)
:[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg/playlists '''"Things we've built'''"], Created playlists, including 3D-printed robotic hand (2015)
==Other Fun Stuff==
:'''[https://www.instructables.com/howto/vinyl+cutter/ instructables] -- Vinyl cutting ideas'''
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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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