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'''The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace consists mostly of Level 2 equipment'''
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==Equipment Lists==
 
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'''A 59"  [[Rotary Cutter]]  is available to trim large format printing projects.'''
 
'''A 59"  [[Rotary Cutter]]  is available to trim large format printing projects.'''
  
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:[[File:Wide Format Supplies cart.jpg|thumb|267x267px|'''Large Format Printing Supplies''']]
 
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==Software==
 
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:'''Adobe Illustrator''' (Windows 10 and Macintosh)
 
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:'''Inkscape''' (cross platform)
 
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:[https://procreate.art/ '''Procreate'''] (for Apple iPad)
 
:[https://procreate.art/ '''Procreate'''] (for Apple iPad)
  
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::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.)
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File:MOTOMINDED curtains.jpg|alt=MOTOMINDED window curtains|<center>'''MOTOMINDED<br>window curtains<br>(Chris Vestal)'''</center>
 
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==Other Fun Stuff==
 
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Revision as of 22:27, 10 January 2022

File:Large Format Printer Area.jpg
Large Format Printer

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
  • 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.
  • 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 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

    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)
HP DesignJet 5500 Users Guide - External Link
HP DesignJet 5500 Quick Reference Guide - External Link

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

Large Format Printer

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number 		Estimated
Value 		Manual Owner Status Problem
Description
File:5500ps.jpg
 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?)

File:Hp pocket guide.jpg
 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.

Large Format Printing Supplies

File:Wide Format Supplies cart.jpg
Large Format Printing Supplies
Item Weight Size Quantity Recommendation
Poster Grade Glossy Paper 36"
1
 Buy -- Almost Out
Matte White Canvas 35"
1
 Buy -- Almost Out
Presentation Grade Matte Paper 36"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 30"
1
Premium Matte Paper 47lb 24"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 33"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 23.5"
3
Heavy Weight Coated Paper 36"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 24"
2
Translucent Bond Paper 15lb 24"
1
Off White Bond Paper 24"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 36"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 11"
4
 Sell
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 11.5"
2
 Sell
Translucent Bond Paper 15lb 36"
6
 Sell
Translucent Bond Paper 15lb 48"
2
 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
Logo WOODCRAFT
 Woodcraft of Colorado Springs 10% discount    4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Logo CO Lumber
 CO Lumber Specialties 10% discount 3636 Stone Avenue
Logo General Air
 GENERAL AIR 10% discount 3031 N Nevada Ave.
Logo ACE
 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.)
  • MOTOMINDED window curtains
    MOTOMINDED
    window curtains
    (Chris Vestal)
  • Record printout
    Record printout
    100 inches long
    (October 2016)
  • Raspberry Pi poster
    Raspberry Pi
    poster
  • Raspberry Pi Books poster
    Raspberry Pi Books
    poster
  • 3D PRINTING AREA poster.jpg
    3D PRINTING AREA poster
  • Digital Design poster
    Digital Design
    poster
  • Car show sign.jpg
    Abbey car show
    posters
  • Electric car poster
    Electric car
    wall art
  • Mountains 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


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