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== | ==PPM Training== | ||
:'''- Pick the small Application Launcher button''' from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3". | :'''- Pick the small Application Launcher button''' from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3". | ||
:'''- If you receive a no Media Error,''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting. | :'''- If you receive a no Media Error,''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting. | ||
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:'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.''' | :'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.''' | ||
::* Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film | ::* Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film | ||
::* Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper | ::*Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper | ||
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:'''[https://www.graphtecamerica.com/cp-faq-video-ce6000-english CE6000 Series Video Training]''' | :'''[https://www.graphtecamerica.com/cp-faq-video-ce6000-english CE6000 Series Video Training]''' | ||
:''' | ==Classes== | ||
: | :'''Teacher — LaNita''' | ||
::To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on our Slack channel #vinyl-cutter | |||
==Equipment Lists== | ==Equipment Lists== | ||
===24" Graphtec cutter=== | ===24" Graphtec cutter=== | ||
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|Graphtec | |Graphtec | ||
|CE5000‑60 | | CE5000‑60 | ||
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===Hand Tools=== | ===Hand Tools=== | ||
: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. | ||
==Benefits== | ==Benefits== | ||
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:'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.''' | :'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.''' | ||
::* Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film | ::*Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film | ||
::* Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper | ::*Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper | ||
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{{Red Tags}} | {{Red Tags}} | ||
==Member Showcase== | == Member Showcase== | ||
<gallery widths="200" heights="125"> | <gallery widths="200" heights="125"> | ||
File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|'''Outdoor window sign<br>for our Makerspace building''' | File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|'''Outdoor window sign<br>for our Makerspace building''' | ||
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:'''[[SVG File Format Tips]]''' | :'''[[SVG File Format Tips]]''' | ||
:'''[[QR Codes]]''' | :'''[[QR Codes]]''' | ||
==Hand-Curated Links== | |||
'''Links to member-recommended external sites:''' | |||
:'''[https://www.silhouette101.com/ Silhouette] craft cutter''' — Get Started/Tutorials/Video (website) | |||
:'''[https://learn.cricut.com/ Cricut] craft cutter''' — "Learn from the pros." (YouTube) | |||
==For Additional Help== | ==For Additional Help== | ||
Revision as of 10:57, 26 November 2024
The Vinyl Cutting Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional PPM training is required to use any of our Level 2 equipment.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.
PPM Training
- - Pick the small Application Launcher button from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3".
- - If you receive a no Media Error, and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting.
- - Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.
- Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
- Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper
-
Vinyl Cutter
Overview and Instructions.pdf
Links to external sites:
Classes
- Teacher — LaNita
- To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on our Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
Equipment Lists
24" Graphtec cutter
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model | Resources |
|
24" Cutting Plotter |
Graphtec | CE5000‑60 | |
Vinyl Cutting Computer
| Picture | Item | Application Software |
System Software |
 |
Computer,
HP h8-1117c Dell 1905FP monitor |
Cutting Master 3, | Microsoft
Windows 10 |
Hand Tools
- Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Benefits
- 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 |
Policies
Materials
- Donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
- - Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.
- Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
- Do not engrave or cut Con-Tact brand paper
Red Tags
- If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tag-issues
- This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.
Member Showcase
-
Outdoor window sign
for our Makerspace building -
outdoor vinyl sign for
Manitou Art Center parking lot -
outdoor vinyl sign for
Manitou Art Center parking lot -
Dewey
by Nicolas Ordahl -
Rockclimber
by Nick T.
Related Pages
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
- CorelDRAW X6 Tips
- Cutting Master 3 Tips
- Adobe Illustrator Tips
- Inkscape Tips
- SVG File Format Tips
- QR Codes
Hand-Curated Links
Links to member-recommended external sites:
- Silhouette craft cutter — Get Started/Tutorials/Video (website)
- Cricut craft cutter — "Learn from the pros." (YouTube)
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
- List of all PPM Slack channels
- Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.
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 outdated information. Template:Ideas into reality