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'''At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) we share tools to make, or take apart, your metal projects.'''


'''The Metal Shop Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.'''
We have welders, lathes, saws, grinders, and much more so that members can turn their ideas into reality!
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[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|90x90px|PPM TRAINING & CERTIFICATION REQUIRED]]


Additional training and certification is required to use any of our Level&nbsp;3 equipment.
Our Metal Shop Area consists mostly of Level&nbsp;3&nbsp;equipment.
 
Additional PPM training and then PPM certification is required to use any of our Level&nbsp;3 equipment.<br>
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'''''Always leave the space better than you found it.'''''
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<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;Metal Shop Area&nbsp;</span> [[Metal Shop#Hand Tools|hand tools]] should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint or powder&nbsp;coating.
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'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
:[[Metal Shop — CNC SHOPMASTER|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Metal Shop — CNC SHOPMASTER'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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[[File:Metal Shop Area.jpg|alt=Metal Shop Area|thumb|300x300px|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;Metal Shop Area&nbsp;&nbsp;(03/15/22)&nbsp;<br><br></span>]]
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==Classes and Training==
<hr style="height:2.5px; background:#EB4F9C;">
 
==='''[[New Member Orientation]]'''===
===Area Captain -- Trevor Banks===
:View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]'''
===[[Area Captain Duties#Metal Shop|Area Captain Duties]]===
 
:To help out in the Metal Shop, contact the Area Captain on Slack.
 
===Classes===
: Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its  [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
===Training===
:[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwYbaZbrTe0UJozQzrO3bbg Evolution Power Tools] -- on YouTube
 
===Tips===
:Before using air tools add 1 drop of air tool oil
 
===For Additional Help===
:Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop


==Equipment Lists==
==Equipment Lists==
=== Metal Shop Equipment===
=== '''Metal Shop Equipment'''===
{| class="wikitable sortable"
{| class="wikitable"
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#EB4F9C; color:#ffffff;"
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#EB4F9C; color:#ffffff;"
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |'''Picture'''
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |Picture
|'''Item'''
|Item
|'''Manufacturer'''
|Manufacturer
|'''Model<br>Number'''
|Model Number
|'''Estimated<br>Value'''
|Power<br>Requirements
|'''Manual'''
|'''Owner'''
|'''Status'''
|-
|-
|[[File:Drill press ROCKWELL.jpg|alt=Drill press ROCKWELL|center|frameless|200x200px]]
|
|'''drill press'''
|'''20 TON'''<br>
|ROCKWELL
'''SHOP PRESS'''
|DG08
[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|45x45px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]]
|<p style="text-align:right;">$500</p>
|CENTRAL MACHINERY
|no
|32879
|PPM  [[Donations Received#2022 Donations|(donated by Qualtek&nbsp;Manufacturing)]]
|
|
|-
|-
|[[File:Metal band saw.jpg|alt=Metal band saw|center|frameless|200x200px]]
|
|'''metal band&nbsp;saw'''
|'''17"'''<br>
|DoALL
'''Laser Drill Press'''
|M602
[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|45x45px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]]
|<p style="text-align:right;">$500</p>
|DELTA
|no
|17-959L
|PPM  [[Donations Received#2022 Donations|(donated by Qualtek&nbsp;Manufacturing)]]
|
|Working
|-
|-
|[[File:Evolution Metal Chop Saw.jpg|alt=Evolution Metal Chop&nbsp;Saw|center|frameless|160x160px]]
|[[File:Evolution Metal Chop Saw.jpg|alt=Evolution Metal Chop&nbsp;Saw|center|frameless|160x160px]]
|'''evolution'''  
|'''Metal Cutting Chop&nbsp;Saw'''<br>
'''Metal Cutting Chop&nbsp;Saw'''  
'''14" blade'''
[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|45x45px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]]


'''14" blade'''
|evolution POWER&nbsp;TOOLS
|[https://store.evolutionpowertools.com/ evolution POWER&nbsp;TOOLS]
|evoSAW
|evoSAW
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
|
|yes
|PPM
| FULLY FUNCTIONING
|-
|-
|[[File:5in Bench Grinder.jpg|alt=5in Bench Grinder|center|frameless|160x160px]]
|[[File:5in Bench Grinder.jpg|alt=5in Bench Grinder|center|frameless|160x160px]]
|'''5 in.'''  
|'''5-in.'''  
'''Bench Grinder'''  
'''Bench Grinder'''  


'''on&nbsp;stand'''
'''(on&nbsp;stand)'''
|CRAFTSMAN
|SEARS/CRAFTSMAN
|
|
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
|
|PPM
|
|
|-
|-
|[[File:6in Bench Grinder.jpg|alt=6in Bench Grinder|center|frameless|160x160px|6in Bench Grinder]]
|[[File:6in Bench Grinder.jpg|center|frameless|160x160px|6in Bench Grinder]]
|'''6 in.'''  
|'''6-in.'''  
'''Bench Grinder'''  
'''Bench Grinder'''  


'''on&nbsp;stand'''
'''(on&nbsp;stand)'''
|CRAFTSMAN
|SEARS/CRAFTSMAN
|
|
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
|
|
|PPM
| 2 new grinding wheels, (12/13/21)
|-
|
|'''30" BENDING BRAKE'''
|CENTRAL MACHINERY
|[https://www.harborfreight.com/30-inch-bending-brake-67240.html 61791]
|<p style="text-align:right;">$70</p>
|[https://manuals.harborfreight.com/manuals/61000-61999/61791.pdf Owner's Manual]
|PPM
[[Donations Received#2022|(donated by Josh Harlow)]]
|working
|-
|
|'''vacuum'''
'''former'''
|PLAST-O-CRAFT
|
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
|
|?
|working
(12/10/22)
|-
|-
|
|
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'''1/2&nbsp;TON'''
'''1/2&nbsp;TON'''
|JANESVILLE
|JANESVILLE
|[https://www.janesvilletool.com/P/2/model-ilp-500-precision-assembly-press ILP-500]
|ILP-500
|<p style="text-align:right;">$386</p>
|
|ON LINE
|PPM
| FULLY FUNCTIONING
|-
|-
|
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|WELLS
|WELLS
|Wellsaw 58B
|Wellsaw 58B
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
|[https://shoptoolreviews.com/metalworking/metal-bandsaws-cutoff/wellsaw-58b-metal-cutting-bandsaw/19798/ Review]
|?
|?
|-
|
|
|'''parts washer'''
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; color:#000000;"
'''with pump'''
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |
|
|
|
|
|}


'''(20 gallon)'''
==='''Hand Tools''' ===
|CENTRAL MACHINERY
{| class="wikitable"
|60769
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#EB4F9C; color:#ffffff;"
|<p style="text-align:right;">$128</p>
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |Picture
|[https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1762647/Central-Machinery-60769.html Owner's Manual]
|Item
|PPM  [https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Donations_Received#2022_Donations (donated by Qualtek&nbsp;Manufacturing)]
|Manufacturer
|not yet installed
|Model&nbsp;Number
(02/21/22)
|-
|-
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
|[[File:Angle grinder BAUER.jpg|alt=Angle grinder BAUER| center|frameless|120x120px]]
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|'''angle grinder'''
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
8 Amp, 4-1/2 in.
|<center>'''Estimated<br>Value'''</center>
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
|<center>'''Owner'''</center>
|<center>'''Status'''</center>
|}
<gallery>
File:DOALL Saw Length.jpg|alt=DOALL Saw Length|<center>DOALL band saw<br>Saw Length</center>
File:Drill press nameplate.jpg|alt=Drill press nameplate|<center>DG08 Rockwell<br>drill press nameplate</center>
File:Parts washer label.jpg|alt=Parts washer label|<center>Parts washer<br>label</center>
</gallery>


=== Lathe Equipment===
Paddle-Switch
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|Harbor Freight
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#EB4F9C; color:#ffffff;"
|Bauer
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |'''Picture'''
SKU: 57002
|'''Item'''
|'''Manufacturer'''
|'''Model<br>Number'''
|'''Estimated<br>Value'''
|'''Manual'''
|'''Owner'''
|-
|-
|[[File:Grizzly Lathe.jpg|alt=Grizzly Lathe|center|frameless|150x150px]]
|[[File:Drill bit set Milwaukee.jpg|alt=Drill bit set Milwaukee|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''combination machine<br>(Mill)'''<br>
|'''Drill Bit Set'''  
[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]]
29 pieces,
|[[File:Grizzly logo.png|alt=Grizzly logo|left|frameless|120x120px]]
 
|Grizzly
Titanium
[https://www.grizzly.com/products/grizzly-combo-lathe-w-milling-attachment/g0516 G0516]
|Milwaukee
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
|48-89-4632
|[https://cdn0.grizzly.com/partslists/g0516_pl.pdf online]
|'''Bill Epperson'''
|-
|-
|[[File:Grizzly Lathe.jpg|alt=Grizzly Lathe|center|frameless|150x150px]]
|[[File:Punch set.jpg|alt=Punch set in plastic case|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''combination machine<br>(Lathe)'''<br>
|'''Punch Set'''  
[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]]
in plastic case
|[[File:Grizzly logo.png|alt=Grizzly logo|left|frameless|120x120px]]
|Wheeler
|Grizzly
|951900
[https://www.grizzly.com/products/grizzly-combo-lathe-w-milling-attachment/g0516 G0516]
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
|[https://cdn0.grizzly.com/partslists/g0516_pl.pdf online]
|'''Bill Epperson'''
|-
|-
|[[File:Tool cabinet.jpg|center|frameless|160x160px]]
|[[File:Vise grips powdercoated.jpg|alt=Vise grips powdercoated|center|frameless|160x160px]]
|'''tool cabinet'''<br>
|'''vise grips'''
[[File:Level 3 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]]
|U.S. General
|
|
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
|
|
|'''Bill Epperson'''
|-
|-
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
|
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
|
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
|
|<center>'''Estimated<br>Value'''</center>
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
|<center>'''Owner'''</center>
|}
<gallery>
File:Grizzly G0516 WARNING panel.jpg|alt=Grizzly G0516 WARNING|<center>Grizzly&nbsp;G0516 Mill/Drill/Lathe<br>WARNING</center>
</gallery>
 
===Hand Tools===
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#EB4F9C; color:#ffffff;"
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |'''Picture'''
|'''Item'''
|'''Manufacturer'''
|'''Model<br>Number'''
|'''Estimated<br>Value'''
|'''Owner'''
|-
|-
|[[File:Vise grips powdercoated.jpg|alt=Vise grips powdercoated|center|frameless|160x160px]]
|
|'''vise grips'''
|'''magnetic''' '''sweeper'''
|
|
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; color:#000000;"
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|PPM
|-
|[[File:Drill bit set Milwaukee.jpg|alt=Drill bit set Milwaukee|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''Drill Bit Set,'''
'''29 pieces,'''
'''Titanium'''
|Milwaukee
|[https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Accessories/Metal-Drilling/Twist-Drill-Bits/48-89-4632 48-89-4632]
|<p style="text-align:right;">$129</p>
|PPM
|-
|[[File:Punch set.jpg|alt=Punch set in plastic case|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''Punch Set in plastic case'''
|[https://www.wheelertools.com Wheeler]
|[https://www.wheelertools.com/gunsmithing-tools/hammer-and-punch/hammer-and-punch-set-plastic-case/951900.html link]
|<p style="text-align:right;">$30</p>
|PPM
|-
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
|<center>'''Estimated<br>Value'''</center>
|<center>'''Owner'''</center>
|}
|}


:<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;Metal Shop Area&nbsp;</span> hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint or powder&nbsp;coating.
:☐ Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our&nbsp;Makerspace.
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
 
===[[Donations Received]]===
 
===[[Wish List#Metal Shop|Wish List]]===
: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 Equipment Reservations]===
===Materials===
:'''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===
:Use a '''[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tag]]''', which can be found in the '''red tag area''', to designate broken equipment.
{{Scrap and Trash}}
==Software==
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
:[[Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips|'''Fusion 360''']]


==See Also==
== Policies==
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
'''Materials'''
:To donate for "General Supplies" use the Optix app.


:[[Sandblasting Cabinet|'''Sandblasting Cabinet''']]
{{Red Tags}}
:[[Powder Coating|'''Powder Coating''']]
:[[Powder Coating Area|'''Powder Coating Area''']]
:[[Welding Area|'''Welding Area''']]
:'''[[Shed]]'''


==Curated Links==
==Additional Help==
Links to other sites (external links):
Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop
:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EA1jeViV4l8 Jamie Hyneman On Welding in His Workshop]'''


==Other Fun Stuff==
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 sites (external links):
:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vetc7rEYnjI '''Adam Savage's Guide to Drill Bits!''']


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<!--Bandsaw Metalshop-->

Latest revision as of 17:56, 3 August 2026

At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) we share tools to make, or take apart, your metal projects.

We have welders, lathes, saws, grinders, and much more so that members can turn their ideas into reality!

Level 3 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace
PPM TRAINING & CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

Our Metal Shop Area consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.

Additional PPM training and then PPM certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.

Always leave the space better than you found it.

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

  Metal Shop — CNC SHOPMASTER  


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.


Equipment Lists

Metal Shop Equipment

Picture Item Manufacturer Model Number Power
Requirements
20 TON

SHOP PRESS

Level 3 badge
 CENTRAL MACHINERY 32879
17"

Laser Drill Press

Level 3 badge
 DELTA 17-959L
Evolution Metal Chop Saw
 Metal Cutting Chop Saw

14" blade

Level 3 badge
 evolution POWER TOOLS evoSAW
5in Bench Grinder
 5-in.

Bench Grinder

(on stand)

SEARS/CRAFTSMAN
6in Bench Grinder
6in Bench Grinder
 6-in.

Bench Grinder

(on stand)

SEARS/CRAFTSMAN
TOOL PRESS

1/2 TON

JANESVILLE ILP-500
METAL

BAND SAW

(horizontal)

WELLS Wellsaw 58B

Hand Tools

Picture Item Manufacturer Model Number
Angle grinder BAUER
 angle grinder

8 Amp, 4-1/2 in.

Paddle-Switch

Harbor Freight Bauer

SKU: 57002

Drill bit set Milwaukee
 Drill Bit Set

29 pieces,

Titanium

Milwaukee 48-89-4632
Punch set in plastic case
 Punch Set

in plastic case

Wheeler 951900
Vise grips powdercoated
 vise grips
magnetic sweeper
☐ 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 #metal-shop

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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