Difference between revisions of "Powder Coating Area"
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'''The Powder Coating Area within our Metal Shop at Pikes Peak Makerspace consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.''' | '''The Powder Coating Area within our Metal Shop at Pikes Peak Makerspace consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.''' | ||
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==Classes and Training== | ==Classes and Training== | ||
==='''[[New Member Orientation]]'''=== | ==='''[[New Member Orientation]]'''=== | ||
− | ===Area Captain -- Trevor Banks=== | + | ===Area Captain -- Trevor Banks === |
:To help out in the Powder Coating Area, contact the Area Captain on Slack. | :To help out in the Powder Coating Area, contact the Area Captain on Slack. | ||
:View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]''' | :View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]''' | ||
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: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'''] | ||
===Training=== | ===Training=== | ||
− | :Max part size to powder coat is 36"x45"x91" | + | : Max part size to powder coat is 36"x45"x91" |
===Tips=== | ===Tips=== | ||
:'''[https://www.unitconverters.net/temperature/celsius-to-fahrenheit.htm Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit]''' | :'''[https://www.unitconverters.net/temperature/celsius-to-fahrenheit.htm Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit]''' | ||
− | ===For Additional Help=== | + | ===For Additional Help === |
:Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop | :Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop | ||
==Equipment Lists== | ==Equipment Lists== | ||
− | === Powder Coating Equipment=== | + | ===Powder Coating Equipment=== |
{| class="wikitable sortable" | {| class="wikitable sortable" | ||
!'''Picture''' | !'''Picture''' | ||
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|[[File:Media blaster.jpg|alt=Media blaster cabinet|center|frameless]] | |[[File:Media blaster.jpg|alt=Media blaster cabinet|center|frameless]] | ||
|'''media blaster cabinet''' | |'''media blaster cabinet''' | ||
− | | Harbor Freight | + | |Harbor Freight |
|[https://www.harborfreight.com/40-lb-capacity-floor-abrasive-blast-cabinet-68893.html link] | |[https://www.harborfreight.com/40-lb-capacity-floor-abrasive-blast-cabinet-68893.html link] | ||
|<p style="text-align:right;">$200, </p><p style="text-align:right;">(gloves $30)</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$200, </p><p style="text-align:right;">(gloves $30)</p> | ||
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|'''gloves''' | |'''gloves''' | ||
'''for media blaster''' | '''for media blaster''' | ||
− | | Harbor Freight | + | |Harbor Freight |
|[https://www.harborfreight.com/abrasive-blasting-cabinet-gloves-62436.html link] | |[https://www.harborfreight.com/abrasive-blasting-cabinet-gloves-62436.html link] | ||
|<p style="text-align:right;">$32</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$32</p> | ||
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|'''huge (36"x45"91")''' | |'''huge (36"x45"91")''' | ||
'''powder coating''' '''oven with PID controller''' | '''powder coating''' '''oven with PID controller''' | ||
− | | Trevor Banks | + | |Trevor Banks |
|N/A | |N/A | ||
| | | | ||
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|PPM, [[Donations Received|(donated by Quinn)]] | |PPM, [[Donations Received|(donated by Quinn)]] | ||
|working (12/08/21) | |working (12/08/21) | ||
− | |would benefit from PID controller | + | | would benefit from PID controller |
|- | |- | ||
|[[File:IR Thermometer.jpg|alt=IR Thermometer|center|frameless|133x133px]] | |[[File:IR Thermometer.jpg|alt=IR Thermometer|center|frameless|133x133px]] | ||
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===Hand Tools=== | ===Hand Tools=== | ||
:<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> Powder Coating Area </span> hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint or powder coating. | :<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C"> Powder Coating Area </span> hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint or powder coating. | ||
− | : Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace. | + | :Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace. |
===[[Donations Received]]=== | ===[[Donations Received]]=== | ||
===[[Wish List#Powder Coating Area|Wish List]]=== | ===[[Wish List#Powder Coating Area|Wish List]]=== | ||
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===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve-equipment Equipment Reservations]=== | ===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve-equipment Equipment Reservations]=== | ||
===Materials=== | ===Materials=== | ||
− | === Powder Coating Powders=== | + | ===Powder Coating Powders=== |
{| class="wikitable sortable" | {| class="wikitable sortable" | ||
!'''Color''' | !'''Color''' | ||
− | !Item | + | ! Item |
− | ! Curing Procedure | + | !Curing Procedure |
!Supplier | !Supplier | ||
!Date | !Date | ||
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|'''Sassy Pink''' | |'''Sassy Pink''' | ||
|[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PSS-3063/sassy PSS 3063] | |[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PSS-3063/sassy PSS 3063] | ||
− | |20 Minutes at 350°F | + | | 20 Minutes at 350°F |
|PRISMATIC POWDERS | |PRISMATIC POWDERS | ||
|02/10/22 | |02/10/22 | ||
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|'''Neon Green''' | |'''Neon Green''' | ||
|[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PSS-1221/neon-green PSS 1221] | |[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PSS-1221/neon-green PSS 1221] | ||
− | |10 Minutes at 400°F | + | | 10 Minutes at 400°F |
|PRISMATIC POWDERS | |PRISMATIC POWDERS | ||
|02/10/22 | |02/10/22 | ||
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|'''Space Dust''' | |'''Space Dust''' | ||
|[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PPB-10713/space-dust PPB 10713] | |[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PPB-10713/space-dust PPB 10713] | ||
− | |10 Minutes at 400°F | + | | 10 Minutes at 400°F |
|PRISMATIC POWDERS | |PRISMATIC POWDERS | ||
|02/10/22 | |02/10/22 | ||
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|'''Ink Black''' | |'''Ink Black''' | ||
|[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PSS-0106/ink-black PSS 0106] | |[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PSS-0106/ink-black PSS 0106] | ||
− | |10 Minutes at 400°F | + | | 10 Minutes at 400°F |
|PRISMATIC POWDERS | |PRISMATIC POWDERS | ||
|02/10/22 | |02/10/22 | ||
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|'''Flatter Black''' | |'''Flatter Black''' | ||
|[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/ESS-4441/flatter-black ESS 4441] | |[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/ESS-4441/flatter-black ESS 4441] | ||
− | |10 Minutes at 400°F | + | | 10 Minutes at 400°F |
|PRISMATIC POWDERS | |PRISMATIC POWDERS | ||
|02/10/22 | |02/10/22 | ||
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|'''Super Grip Black''' | |'''Super Grip Black''' | ||
|[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PTB-6419/super-grip-black PTB 6419] | |[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PTB-6419/super-grip-black PTB 6419] | ||
− | |10 Minutes at 350°F | + | | 10 Minutes at 350°F |
|PRISMATIC POWDERS | |PRISMATIC POWDERS | ||
|02/10/22 | |02/10/22 | ||
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|'''Black''' | |'''Black''' | ||
|[https://www.harborfreight.com/16-oz-powder-coat-paint-matte-black-93306.html MATTE BLACK, Item 93306] | |[https://www.harborfreight.com/16-oz-powder-coat-paint-matte-black-93306.html MATTE BLACK, Item 93306] | ||
− | | 400°F for 15-20 mins | + | |400°F for 15-20 mins |
after flowout | after flowout | ||
− | | Harbor Freight | + | |Harbor Freight |
| | | | ||
|- | |- | ||
|'''Clear''' | |'''Clear''' | ||
|[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PPS-1334/soft-clear SOFT (SATIN) CLEAR, PPS-1334] | |[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PPS-1334/soft-clear SOFT (SATIN) CLEAR, PPS-1334] | ||
− | | 10 MIN AT 400° F | + | |10 MIN AT 400° F |
|PRISMATIC POWDERS | |PRISMATIC POWDERS | ||
| | | | ||
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|'''White''' | |'''White''' | ||
|[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PSS-5690/gloss-white GLOSS WHITE, PSS-5690] | |[https://www.prismaticpowders.com/shop/powder-coating-colors/PSS-5690/gloss-white GLOSS WHITE, PSS-5690] | ||
− | | 10 MIN AT 400° F | + | |10 MIN AT 400° F |
|PRISMATIC POWDERS | |PRISMATIC POWDERS | ||
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{{Scrap and Trash}} | {{Scrap and Trash}} | ||
− | == Member Showcase== | + | ==Member Showcase== |
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Pink clamp.jpg|alt=powder coated small clamp|<center>Powder coated<br>small clamp</center> | File:Pink clamp.jpg|alt=powder coated small clamp|<center>Powder coated<br>small clamp</center> |
Revision as of 22:55, 2 November 2022
The Powder Coating Area within our Metal Shop at Pikes Peak Makerspace consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.
Powder Coating Area hand tools should be marked with pink tape or paint or powder coating.
All our Powder Coating Equipment combined occupies about 90 square feet (6'x18'). It is a small but important part of the 5,500 square foot building that we lease.
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
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.
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.
Eye Wash Stations
- Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.
- Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.
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.
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
New Member Orientation
Area Captain -- Trevor Banks
- To help out in the Powder Coating Area, contact the Area Captain on Slack.
- View all PPM Area Captains
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
- Max part size to powder coat is 36"x45"x91"
Tips
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop
Equipment Lists
Powder Coating Equipment
Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
media blaster cabinet | Harbor Freight | link | $200, (gloves $30) |
no | PPM, (donated by TITAN ROBOTICS) | new gloves installed
(10/27/21) |
||
gloves
for media blaster |
Harbor Freight | link | $32 |
no | PPM | additional pair of gloves,
unopened (11/27/21) |
||
powder coating
paint booth |
no | PPM, (donated by TITAN ROBOTICS) | ||||||
powder coating paint gun, dual voltage |
Eastwood | PPM | working | |||||
huge (36"x45"91")
powder coating oven with PID controller |
Trevor Banks | N/A | no | PPM | working | |||
oven for powder coating | GE | no | PPM, (donated by Quinn) | working (12/08/21) | would benefit from PID controller | |||
IR thermometer | PPM | working | ||||||
Number |
Value |
Description |
Hand Tools
- Powder Coating Area hand tools should be marked with pink tape or paint or powder coating.
- Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Donations Received
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
- 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.
Equipment Reservations
Materials
Powder Coating Powders
Color | Item | Curing Procedure | Supplier | Date |
---|---|---|---|---|
Sassy Pink | PSS 3063 | 20 Minutes at 350°F | PRISMATIC POWDERS | 02/10/22 |
Neon Green | PSS 1221 | 10 Minutes at 400°F | PRISMATIC POWDERS | 02/10/22 |
Space Dust | PPB 10713 | 10 Minutes at 400°F | PRISMATIC POWDERS | 02/10/22 |
Ink Black | PSS 0106 | 10 Minutes at 400°F | PRISMATIC POWDERS | 02/10/22 |
Flatter Black | ESS 4441 | 10 Minutes at 400°F | PRISMATIC POWDERS | 02/10/22 |
Super Grip Black | PTB 6419 | 10 Minutes at 350°F | PRISMATIC POWDERS | 02/10/22 |
Black | MATTE BLACK, Item 93306 | 400°F for 15-20 mins
after flowout |
Harbor Freight | |
Clear | SOFT (SATIN) CLEAR, PPS-1334 | 10 MIN AT 400° F | PRISMATIC POWDERS | |
White | GLOSS WHITE, PSS-5690 | 10 MIN AT 400° F | PRISMATIC POWDERS | |
Yellow | Mirror Yellow, # 10292 | 400° F for 20 mins
after flowout |
Eastwood Company | |
Gray | ||||
Gray | ||||
- Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
Red Tags
- Use a Red Tag, which can be found in the red tag area, to designate broken equipment.
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
- For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack, or follow our social media links.
See Also
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
Curated Links
Links to other sites (external links):
- How to Powder Coat -- Eastwood
Other Fun Stuff
Links to other sites (external links):
- What is a PID Controller? -- Wikipedia
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 information that is outdated.