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'''The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.'''<br> | '''The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.'''<br> | ||
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment. | Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment. | ||
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==='''[[New Member Orientation]]'''=== | ==='''[[New Member Orientation]]'''=== | ||
===Area Captain -- Volunteers needed=== | ===Area Captain -- Volunteers needed === | ||
:To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on Slack. | :To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments 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]''' | ||
===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'''] | ||
===Training=== | === Training=== | ||
: Be sure to log your printing job using the new Printer Usage Form. | :Be sure to log your printing job using the new Printer Usage Form. | ||
: Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if necessary. | :Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if necessary. | ||
:Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord. | : Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord. | ||
:Plain paper is recyclable. (Photo paper and canvas are not.) | :Plain paper is recyclable. (Photo paper and canvas are not.) | ||
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File:Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf|alt=Large Format Printer Usage Form | File:Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf|alt=Large Format Printer Usage Form|<center>Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf</center> | ||
File:Hp 510 front power switch.jpg|<center>HP Designjet 510<br>front power button</center> | File:Hp 510 front power switch.jpg|<center>HP Designjet 510<br>front power button</center> | ||
File:HP Designjet 510 panel.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510 display|<center>HP Designjet 510<br>display</center> | File:HP Designjet 510 panel.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510 display|<center>HP Designjet 510<br>display</center> | ||
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=== Tips=== | ===Tips=== | ||
:'''-''' If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file to see if it has elements that need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard. | :'''-''' If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file to see if it has elements that need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard. | ||
:'''-''' The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or even manually), just use the scissors instead. | :'''-''' The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or even manually), just use the scissors instead. | ||
===For Additional Help=== | ===For Additional Help === | ||
:Use the #large-format-printer channel in [https://bit.ly/ppmslack Slack!] | :Use the #large-format-printer channel in [https://bit.ly/ppmslack Slack!] | ||
==Equipment Lists== | == Equipment Lists== | ||
===Large Format Printers=== | ===Large Format Printers=== | ||
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'''Inkjet Printer<br>''' | '''Inkjet Printer<br>''' | ||
[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]] | [[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]] | ||
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Designjet | Designjet | ||
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=== Hand Tools === | ===Hand Tools === | ||
:Use scissors to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.) | :Use scissors to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.) | ||
: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. | ||
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:Glossy Photo $5.00 per foot | :Glossy Photo $5.00 per foot | ||
:'''Donate for Printing Materials:''' https://printing.cheddarup.com Use checkout for all payment methods. | :'''Donate for Printing Materials:''' https://printing.cheddarup.com Use checkout for all payment methods. | ||
:'''If paying by cash, leave donations in a black payment box after loggin in Cheddarup.''' | :'''If paying by cash, leave donations in a black payment box after loggin in Cheddarup.''' | ||
:14", 24", and 30" (Fredrix brand) stretcher boards, stretcher tool and stapler for mounting canvas prints, cost TBD. | : 14", 24", and 30" (Fredrix brand) stretcher boards, stretcher tool and stapler for mounting canvas prints, cost TBD. | ||
===Large Format Printing Supplies=== | ===Large Format Printing Supplies === | ||
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=== Red Tags=== | ===Red Tags=== | ||
:Use a '''[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tag]]''', which can be found in the '''red tag area''', to designate broken equipment. | :Use a '''[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tag]]''', which can be found in the '''red tag area''', to designate broken equipment. | ||
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:[[Procreate app Tips|'''Procreate''']] (Tips, Training and Meetups) | :[[Procreate app Tips|'''Procreate''']] (Tips, Training and Meetups) | ||
=== Printing Software === | === Printing Software=== | ||
:'''Adobe Acrobat''' | :'''Adobe Acrobat''' | ||
:'''[https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/welcome/mac Preview]''' -- Print directly from Macintosh applications, including Preview | :'''[https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/welcome/mac Preview]''' -- Print directly from Macintosh applications, including Preview | ||
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{{Template:Showcase_blurb}} | {{Template:Showcase_blurb}} | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also == | ||
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links): | Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links): | ||
:'''[[Computers]]''' | :'''[[Computers]]''' | ||
:'''[[Assembly Table (Clean Projects)#Assembly Table .28Clean Projects.29|Rotary Cutter]]''' | :'''[[Assembly Table (Clean Projects)#Assembly Table .28Clean Projects.29|Rotary Cutter]]''' | ||
==Curated Links== | ==Curated Links == | ||
Links to other sites (external links): | Links to other sites (external links): | ||
:'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/model/3737531/manuals HP DesignJet 510 42-in Printer - Manuals]''' | :'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/model/3737531/manuals HP DesignJet 510 42-in Printer - Manuals]''' | ||
:'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/model/3737531/document/c01614253 HP Designjet 510 Series Printers - Specifications]''' | :'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/model/3737531/document/c01614253 HP Designjet 510 Series Printers - Specifications]''' | ||
==Other Fun Stuff== | == Other Fun Stuff == | ||
Links to other sites (external links): | Links to other sites (external links): | ||
:'''Consider [[wikipedia:Hofstadter's_law|Hofstadter's law]]''' | :'''Consider [[wikipedia:Hofstadter's_law|Hofstadter's law]]''' | ||
Revision as of 23:03, 2 November 2022

The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.

4-Color Inkjet Printer
(12 April 2022)
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
New Member Orientation
Area Captain -- Volunteers needed
- To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on Slack.
- View all PPM Area Captains
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
- Be sure to log your printing job using the new Printer Usage Form.
- Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if necessary.
- Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord.
- Plain paper is recyclable. (Photo paper and canvas are not.)
-
Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf -
HP Designjet 510
front power button -
HP Designjet 510
display -
HP Designjet 510
load paper steps (6) -
HP Designjet 510
brochure.pdf
The following pages contain historical information. The pages are provided for reference only.
Captured transcript of Large Format Printer Refresher video (by former PPM member Logan Henning):
Tips
- - If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file to see if it has elements that need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard.
- - The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or even manually), just use the scissors instead.
For Additional Help
- Use the #large-format-printer channel in Slack!
Equipment Lists
Large Format Printers
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Status | Problem Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large Format
4-Color Inkjet Printer |
hp
Designjet 510 |
? |
HP website | Memory upgrade,
160 -> 416 MB Working (08/10/22) |
|||
| 2" spindle hub
(3D-printed) |
Trevor Banks | N/A | N/A | designed by
Trevor Banks (04/12/22) |
|||
| 3" to 2" spindle hub adapter
(3D-printed) |
Trevor Banks | N/A | N/A | designed by
Trevor Banks (04/16/22) |
|||
Number |
Value |
Description |
Hand Tools
- Use scissors to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.)
- 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.
- Additional spindles and hubs for 3" diameter paper rolls
Benefits and Policies
- 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 |
Equipment Reservations
Materials
- Cost
- Butcher Paper $0.50 per foot
- Matte Photo Paper $2.00 per foot
- Canvas $5.00 per foot
- Glossy Photo $5.00 per foot
- Donate for Printing Materials: https://printing.cheddarup.com Use checkout for all payment methods.
- If paying by cash, leave donations in a black payment box after loggin in Cheddarup.
- 14", 24", and 30" (Fredrix brand) stretcher boards, stretcher tool and stapler for mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.
Large Format Printing Supplies
| Item | Weight | Size | Core Size
2 or 3 in |
Quantity | Recommendation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP Everyday Instant-Dry
Gloss Photo Paper |
42" | 2 in | 5/12/22 | |||
| HP Everyday Blockout
Display Film |
36inx100ft | 2 in | (1 unopened) |
4/16/22 | ||
| 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 | |||
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 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
Design Software
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- CorelDRAW X6
- Inkscape
- Canva
- Procreate (Tips, Training and Meetups)
Printing Software
- Adobe Acrobat
- Preview -- Print directly from Macintosh applications, including Preview
Member Showcase
-
Abbey car show
posters -
Raspberry Pi
poster -
Raspberry Pi Books
poster -
Mountains
poster -
Electric car
canvas print -
MOTOMINDED
window curtains
(Chris Vestal) -
"Record" printout
100 inches long
(October 2016)
See Also
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
Curated Links
Links to other sites (external links):
Other Fun Stuff
Links to other sites (external links):
- Consider Hofstadter's law
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Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.



