3D Printing — Filament (FDM): Difference between revisions
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===Area Captain -- Trevor Banks=== | ===Area Captain -- Trevor Banks=== | ||
===[[Area Captain Duties#3D Printing|Area Captain Duties]]=== | ===[[Area Captain Duties#3D Printing|Area Captain Duties]]=== | ||
:To volunteer in the 3D Printing Area, contact the Area Captain on Slack. | |||
===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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:[https://www.simplify3d.com/support/materials-guide/#all '''Ultimate 3D Printing Materials Guide'''] | :[https://www.simplify3d.com/support/materials-guide/#all '''Ultimate 3D Printing Materials Guide'''] | ||
:'''[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLHAxAdvAKJY0niRJZRYMvg Prusa 3D by Josef Prusa] - YouTube channel''' | :'''[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLHAxAdvAKJY0niRJZRYMvg Prusa 3D by Josef Prusa] - YouTube channel''' | ||
:Clear the resin trays of the SLA printers carefully and completely to avoid cross-contamination. | : Clear the resin trays of the SLA printers carefully and completely to avoid cross-contamination. | ||
===For Help=== | ===For Help === | ||
:Message in PPM Slack channel #3d-printing | :Message in PPM Slack channel #3d-printing | ||
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|<p style="text-align:right;">$1,000</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$1,000</p> | ||
|Included | | Included | ||
|PPM | |PPM | ||
|Up | |Up | ||
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|<p style="text-align:right;">$1,200</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$1,200</p> | ||
|Included | |Included | ||
| PPM | |PPM | ||
|Up. | |Up. | ||
Repaired &<br>firmware updated,<br>by Joe Hall | Repaired &<br>firmware updated,<br>by Joe Hall | ||
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|<p style="text-align:right;">$200</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$200</p> | ||
|N/A | |N/A | ||
| PPM | |PPM | ||
|Up | |Up | ||
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|'''UV curing box''' | |'''UV curing box''' | ||
(6x6x10 inches) | (6x6x10 inches) | ||
|PPM | | PPM | ||
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|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">?</p> | ||
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|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">?</p> | ||
|none | |none | ||
| PPM | |PPM | ||
|Up | |Up | ||
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|'''3Doodler create''' | |'''3Doodler create''' | ||
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| STAR TREK | |STAR TREK | ||
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">?</p> | ||
|? | |? | ||
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|Z200 | |Z200 | ||
|<p style="text-align:right;">$500</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$500</p> | ||
|N/A | | N/A | ||
|PPM | |PPM | ||
|Working, | |Working, | ||
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|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">?</p> | ||
|Yes | |Yes | ||
| PPM | |PPM | ||
[[Donations Received|(donated by TITAN ROBOTICS)]] | [[Donations Received|(donated by TITAN ROBOTICS)]] | ||
|Down | |Down | ||
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|'''Monoprice Mini 3D Printer''' | |'''Monoprice Mini 3D Printer''' | ||
|Monoprice | |Monoprice | ||
|Mini E3D Edition | | Mini E3D Edition | ||
|<p style="text-align:right;">$75</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$75</p> | ||
|N/A | |N/A | ||
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|<p style="text-align:right;">$2,500</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$2,500</p> | ||
|Included | |Included | ||
| PPM | |PPM | ||
|Down | |Down | ||
|Unable to get successful prints. | |Unable to get successful prints. | ||
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===[[Wish List#3D Printing|Wish List]]=== | ===[[Wish List#3D Printing|Wish List]]=== | ||
==Policies== | == Policies== | ||
===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve-equipment Equipment Reservations]=== | ===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve-equipment Equipment Reservations]=== | ||
===PPE=== | ===PPE === | ||
:[http://bit.ly/ppmstuff '''Donate for PPE'''] | :[http://bit.ly/ppmstuff '''Donate for PPE'''] | ||
:'''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.''' | :'''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.''' | ||
===Materials === | ===Materials=== | ||
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{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
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|[[File:Filament CSL.jpg|alt=Filament CSL|center|frameless|222x222px]] | |[[File:Filament CSL.jpg|alt=Filament CSL|center|frameless|222x222px]] | ||
| '''Copolyester''' | |'''Copolyester''' | ||
|2.85mm | |2.85mm | ||
|White | |White | ||
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:'''Donate for "3D Print Filament": [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]''' | :'''Donate for "3D Print Filament": [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]''' | ||
:Filament Cost $0.02<sup>9</sup> per Gram | : Filament Cost $0.02<sup>9</sup> per Gram | ||
:'''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.''' | :'''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.''' | ||
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:[https://www.repetier-server.com/ '''Repetier-Server'''] Go to our Slack channel to get login credentials. | :[https://www.repetier-server.com/ '''Repetier-Server'''] Go to our Slack channel to get login credentials. | ||
==Member Showcase == | ==Member Showcase== | ||
===Photo Gallery=== | ===Photo Gallery=== | ||
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===PPM YouTube Channel=== | ===PPM YouTube Channel === | ||
:'''[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== | ||
"Wear you some gloves.", '''https://shop.crafnation.com/product/wearyousomegloves''' | "Wear you some gloves.", '''https://shop.crafnation.com/product/wearyousomegloves''' | ||
Revision as of 20:34, 5 March 2022

The 3D Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.
3D Printing Area hand tools should be marked with orange 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
-
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.
- 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.
-
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
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.
Classes and Training
Area Captain -- Trevor Banks
Area Captain Duties
- To volunteer in the 3D Printing Area, contact the Area Captain on Slack.
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
- Introduction to 3D Printing class info
- Intro to SLA 3D Printing class info
Tips
- Ultimate 3D Printing Materials Guide
- Prusa 3D by Josef Prusa - YouTube channel
- Clear the resin trays of the SLA printers carefully and completely to avoid cross-contamination.
For Help
- Message in PPM Slack channel #3d-printing
Equipment Lists
3D Printing Equipment -- Level 2
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Print Volume | Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status Up/Down |
Problem Description |
| Prusa MK2S
(HAYWIRE) |
PRUSA RESEARCH | Prusa MK2S | $350 |
Included | PPM | Up
(03/02/22) |
|||
| Prusa Mk2s
(MEDUSA) |
PRUSA RESEARCH | N/A | $1,000 |
Included | PPM | Up
(03/02/22) |
|||
| Prusa Mk2s
MMU2 (Multi Material Unit) |
PRUSA RESEARCH | ? |
Included | PPM | Down
(12/10/21) |
MMU
needs repair. | |||
| Taz 5
(MR. T) |
LULZBOT | Taz 5 | $1,200 |
Included | PPM | Down | |||
| Taz 5
(TIZZY) |
LULZBOT | Taz 5,
KITTAZ |
$1,200 |
Included | PPM | Up.
Repaired & (01/23/22) |
|||
| ANYCUBIC PHOTON MONO 2K
resin printer |
Anycubic | N/A | $200 |
N/A | PPM | Up | |||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Print Volume | Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status Up/Down |
Problem Description |
3D Printing Equipment -- Other
3D Printing -- Computer
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
System | Estimated Value |
CPU | Memory | Storage | Software | Owner | Status Up/Down |
Problem Description |
| computer
(Resin machine), "M-DESIGN-5-G" |
Windows 10 | $300 |
PrusaSlicer | PPM | Up | |||||||
| computer (laptop) | hp | EliteBook 8570w | Windows 10 Pro | ? |
Core-i7 2.30 GHz | 4 GB | 750 GB HDD | PPM | Up | |||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
System | Estimated Value |
CPU | Memory | Storage | Software | Owner | Status Up/Down |
Problem Description |
3D Printing -- Not Working
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status Up/Down |
Problem Description |
| computer
(Slicing machine), "M-DESIGN-3-G" |
hp | Z200 | $500 |
N/A | PPM | Working,
but not online |
Windows 7 | |
| various Raspberry Pi boards | ? |
N/A | PPM | Working(?)
but not online |
||||
| hot air
material (pellet) dryer |
Plastic Process Equipment | THD-U SERIES | ? |
Yes | PPM | Down | Under construction | |
| 3D Printer (high temp) |
Stratasys | N/A | $1,000 |
N/A | PPM | Down | Under construction | |
| Monoprice Mini 3D Printer | Monoprice | Mini E3D Edition | $75 |
N/A | PPM | Down | Not plugged in.
Should work, needs to be tested. SD card only. PLA ONLY. | |
| Form 2
resin printer |
Form | Form 2 | $2,500 |
Included | PPM | Down | Unable to get successful prints.
May need new resin or new bed. | |
| RapMan 3
3D Printer |
RapMan 3 | $100 |
N/A | PPM | Down | Needs board wired and power supply hooked up. | ||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status Up/Down |
Problem Description |
Hand Tools
-
INFRARED THERMOMETER
- 3D Printing Area hand tools should be marked with orange tape or paint.
- 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
PPE
- Donate for PPE
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
Materials
| Picture | Material | Filament Size | Color | Website | Sale Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copolyester | 2.85mm | White | chromastrandslab.com | $20
(1 kg spool, Factory Sealed) | |
| PETG | 1.75mm | Clear | ic3dprinters.com | $20
(1 kg spool, Factory Sealed) | |
| PETG | 1.75mm | Clear | villageplastics.com/ | $20
(1 kg spool, Factory Sealed) |
- Donate for "3D Print Filament": bit.ly/ppmstuff
- Filament Cost $0.029 per Gram
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
- 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 |
Scrap and Trash
- Trash day is TUESDAY (Extra pickups can be called from Waste Connections for around $75)
- Recycling day is MONDAY (96 gallon tote should be placed out back by the dumpster)
- Single Stream Recycling provided by Waste Connections. Paper, cardboard, cans, glass, and one time use plastics.
- Empty interior trash cans into our dumpster at the back (south side) of the building.
- Always leave the space better than you found it.
Software
Modeling sw
Slicing sw
- Lychee Slicer (free version) for ANYCUBIC resin printer.
- PrusaSlicer 2.4.0
- PrusaSlicer 2.3.3
Server sw
- Repetier-Server Go to our Slack channel to get login credentials.
Member Showcase
Photo Gallery
-
EMERGENCY STOP
switch cover
(by Rodney Roy) -
3D Printing Area
2021-11-24 -
3D printed
camera slider
(by Trevor Banks) -
camera slider closeup -
3D Printed Lion
(PLA) -
Tesla bust
8 inch tall (PLA) -
Filament dryer box -
Toilet paper holder -
Hello World"
Taz 5 Display -
Open-source
prosthetic/robotic hand
(Tima Anankitpaiboon) -
InMoov robot
(by Kelly C.) -
3D Printing at the
PIKES PEAK SUMMIT
PPM YouTube Channel
- "featured" videos, (the YouTube "HOME" tab)
- "Things we've built", Created playlists, including 3D-printed robotic hand (2015)
Other Fun Stuff
"Wear you some gloves.", https://shop.crafnation.com/product/wearyousomegloves
Lithophane Links
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