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[[File:Large Format Printer Area.jpg|alt=Large Format Printer Area|thumb|267x267px|'''Large Format Printer''']] | [[File:Large Format Printer Area.jpg|alt=Large Format Printer Area|thumb|267x267px|'''Large Format Printer''']] | ||
| − | [[File:Training Level 2 icon.pdf|alt=Training Level 2 icon|frameless|75x75px]]'''The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace consists mostly of Level 2 equipment''' | + | [[File:Training Level 2 icon.pdf|alt=Training Level 2 icon|frameless|75x75px]] |
| + | '''The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace consists mostly of Level 2 equipment''' | ||
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment. | Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment. | ||
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{{Template:Safety}} | {{Template:Safety}} | ||
| − | ==Classes and Training== | + | ==Classes and Training == |
| − | ===Area Captain -- Volunteers needed=== | + | === Area Captain -- Volunteers needed=== |
===Classes=== | ===Classes=== | ||
:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | :Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | ||
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:'''Get started here: Large Format Printer Refresher video by Logan Henning''' | :'''Get started here: Large Format Printer Refresher video by Logan Henning''' | ||
| − | :"DO NOT TURN OFF / USE STANDBY INSTEAD" | + | : "DO NOT TURN OFF / USE STANDBY INSTEAD" |
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|'''Large Format Printer''' | |'''Large Format Printer''' | ||
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|hp | |hp | ||
|designjet 5500ps | |designjet 5500ps | ||
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(11/19/21) | (11/19/21) | ||
| − | |Black printing too heavy. (Needs new print head?) | + | |Black printing too heavy. |
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|[[File:Hp pocket guide.jpg|alt=hp pocket guide|center|frameless]] | |[[File:Hp pocket guide.jpg|alt=hp pocket guide|center|frameless]] | ||
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|11" | |11" | ||
|<center>4</center> | |<center>4</center> | ||
| − | |Sell | + | |'''Sell''' |
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|'''Bright White Bond Paper''' | |'''Bright White Bond Paper''' | ||
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| − | |Sell | + | |'''Sell''' |
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|'''Translucent Bond Paper''' | |'''Translucent Bond Paper''' | ||
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|36" | |36" | ||
|<center>6</center> | |<center>6</center> | ||
| − | |Sell | + | |'''Sell''' |
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|'''Translucent Bond Paper''' | |'''Translucent Bond Paper''' | ||
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|48" | |48" | ||
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===Design Software=== | ===Design Software=== | ||
:'''Adobe Illustrator''' (Windows 10 and Macintosh) | :'''Adobe Illustrator''' (Windows 10 and Macintosh) | ||
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:'''Inkscape''' (cross platform) | :'''Inkscape''' (cross platform) | ||
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:[https://procreate.art/ '''Procreate'''] (for Apple iPad) | :[https://procreate.art/ '''Procreate'''] (for Apple iPad) | ||
| − | ===Printing Software=== | + | ===Printing Software === |
:'''Adobe Acrobat''' | :'''Adobe Acrobat''' | ||
::Most PPM members use Adobe Acrobat from our [https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Computers#Equipment_Lists Design Workstation 3] to print large format files. (Windows 7 machine is required.) | ::Most PPM members use Adobe Acrobat from our [https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Computers#Equipment_Lists Design Workstation 3] to print large format files. (Windows 7 machine is required.) | ||
| − | ::Some PPM members have good luck printing from Macintosh Snow Leopard OS and its built-in application Preview | + | ::Some PPM members have good luck printing from Macintosh Snow Leopard OS and its built-in application Preview |
:'''designjet 5500ps WebAccess''' | :'''designjet 5500ps WebAccess''' | ||
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:'''[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg/featured "featured" videos],''' (the YouTube "HOME" tab) | :'''[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) | :[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg/playlists '''"Things we've built'''"], Created playlists, including 3D-printed robotic hand (2015) | ||
| − | ==Other Fun Stuff== | + | ==Other Fun Stuff == |
===Consider [[wikipedia:Hofstadter's_law|Hofstadter's law]]=== | ===Consider [[wikipedia:Hofstadter's_law|Hofstadter's law]]=== | ||
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Revision as of 19:07, 4 January 2022
File:Large Format Printer Area.jpg
Large Format Printer
75x75px The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace consists mostly of Level 2 equipment
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.
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 and Training
Area Captain -- Volunteers needed
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
For Help
- Use the #large-format-printer channel in Slack!
- Get started here: Large Format Printer Refresher video by Logan Henning
- "DO NOT TURN OFF / USE STANDBY INSTEAD"
- Large Format Printer display.jpg
Large Format Printer
display - Large Format Printer steps (9).jpg
Large Format Printer
steps (9)
Tips
- Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be any Windows 10 drivers for our hp 5500ps Large Format Printer.
- Our Large Format Printer does not have a Take Up Reel (TUR).
Equipment Lists
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large Format Printer
Level 2 Equipment |
hp | designjet 5500ps | $750 |
Yes
(pocket guide) |
PPM | working
(11/19/21) |
Black printing too heavy.
(Needs new print head?) | |
| pocket guide | hp | PPM | ||||||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
- A 59" Rotary Cutter is available to trim large format printing projects.File:Wide Format Supplies cart.jpgLarge Format Printing Supplies
| Item | Weight | Size | Quantity | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poster Grade Glossy Paper | 36" | Buy -- Almost Out | ||
| Matte White Canvas | 35" | Buy -- Almost Out | ||
| Presentation Grade Matte Paper | 36" | |||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 30" | ||
| Premium Matte Paper | 47lb | 24" | ||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 33" | ||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 23.5" | ||
| Heavy Weight Coated Paper | 36" | |||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 24" | ||
| Translucent Bond Paper | 15lb | 24" | ||
| Off White Bond Paper | 24" | |||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 36" | ||
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 11" | Sell | |
| Bright White Bond Paper | 20lb | 11.5" | Sell | |
| Translucent Bond Paper | 15lb | 36" | Sell | |
| Translucent Bond Paper | 15lb | 48" | Sell -- too wide | |
| Item | Weight | Size | Quantity | Recommendation |
Hand Tools
- Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Donations Received
Wish List
Policies
Equipment Reservations
Materials
- Cost
- HW Paper $1.00 per foot, Canvas $3.00 per foot
- Donate for Materials: bit.ly/ppmstuff (use "Other" drop down menu)
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
- Help Us Keep Stocked Up!
- PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
- (bring proof of membership)
| Company | Website | Benefit | Directions to |
 |
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 |
- 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.
Scrap and Trash
- Trash day is MONDAY
- Recycling day is MONDAY (96 gallon tote)
- Single Stream Recycling provided by Waste Connections. Paper, cardboard, cans, glass, and one time use plastics.
- Empty recycling and trash into our dumpster at the back (south side) of the building.
- Always leave the space better than you found it.
Software
Design Software
- Adobe Illustrator (Windows 10 and Macintosh)
- Inkscape (cross platform)
- Procreate (for Apple iPad)
Printing Software
- Adobe Acrobat
- Most PPM members use Adobe Acrobat from our Design Workstation 3 to print large format files. (Windows 7 machine is required.)
- Some PPM members have good luck printing from Macintosh Snow Leopard OS and its built-in application Preview
- designjet 5500ps WebAccess
Showcase
Photo Gallery
- (Displayed in no particular order.)
Record printout
100 inches long
(October 2016)
Raspberry Pi
poster
Raspberry Pi Books
poster- 3D PRINTING AREA poster.jpg
3D PRINTING AREA poster 
Digital Design
poster- Car show sign.jpg
Abbey car show
posters 
Electric car
wall art- WORKSPACE large sign.jpg
CLEAN WORKSPACE poster 
Mountains
poster
PPM YouTube Channel
- "featured" videos, (the YouTube "HOME" tab)
- "Things we've built", Created playlists, including 3D-printed robotic hand (2015)
Other Fun Stuff
Consider Hofstadter's law