Electronics

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.

We provide a work area with electronic equipment and electronic components for all makers, from the very beginner to the expert.

 Electronics Area  hand tools should be marked with purple tape or paint.

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

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  IN CASE OF
  EMERGENCY
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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.

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  PPM Emergency
  Evacuation Plan.pdf

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  PPM Fire
  Prevention Plan.pdf

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  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.

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  FIRST AID
  Supply Cabinet

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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

Classes

Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Tips

Measure twice, solder once.

For Help

Message in PPM Slack channel #electronics

Equipment Lists

Electronics

Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Manual	Owner	Status	Problem Description
	MULTIMETER	hp	3478A			PPM	?
	soldering stations (2)	HAKKO	DFX-888D	$100 each		PPM (donated by PARADIGM SYSTEMS)	Working (both)
	solder reflow oven	James Gravert				PPM (donated by PARADIGM SYSTEMS)	?
	DC POWER SUPPLY	Protek	3006B			PPM (donated by Adam Gleason)	?
	PULSE/FUNCTION GENERATOR 50 MHz	hp	8116A		https://drive.google.com/open?id=104pDXnh2KP2bFJKc1X4Q5bmQxFcRzHcf	PPM	Working	While technically in spec, the accuracy leaves something to be desired.
Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Manual	Owner	Status	Problem Description

Electronics -- Not Working

Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Manual	Owner	Status	Problem Description
	Squink PCB Printer	BotFactory Inc	Squink		product page	PPM	? (on storage shelf)	discontinued
	Squink PC	hp				PPM	? (on storage shelf)
	AC "POWERITE"	Sencore	MODEL PR57				Not Working	Range buttons seem to be stuck
	Spectrum Analyzer						Not Working	Extraneous signal on the display in low frequency range
Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Manual	Owner	Status	Problem Description

Electronics -- Vintage

Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Manual	Owner	Status	Problem Description
	FONE FLASHER 2	Radio Shack	43-178	$20	no	PPM	?
Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Manual	Owner	Status	Problem Description

Hand Tools

Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Manual	Owner	Status	Problem Description
	HYDRAULIC CRIMPING TOOL with dies		YQK-70			PPM (donated by David Wasmer, Sr.)
	CEN-TECH 7 FUNCTION DIGITAL MULTIMETERS (6)	Harbor Freight	90899	$7	Yes	PPM		Some need batteries
Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Manual	Owner	Status	Problem Description

 Electronics Area  hand tools should be marked with purple tape or paint.

Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.

Policies

Materials

Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff

Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.

Help Us Keep Stocked Up!

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  Electronic components

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.

Member Showcase

Photo Gallery

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  Images needed

PPM YouTube Channel

"featured" videos, (the YouTube "HOME" tab)

"Things we've built", Created playlists, including 3D-printed robotic hand (2015)

Other Fun Stuff

SparkFun Tutorials

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