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'''G-code stands for "Geometry" code,''' a widely-used programming language to control equipment such as 3D printers and CNC machines.  
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[[File:Level 1 badge.png|alt=Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|100x100px|PPM MEMBER USE]]
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Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides a '''work area with soldering equipment, electronic equipment, and electronic components for all makers, from the very beginner to the expert.'''
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At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) our members often use Autodesk Fusion and/or VCarve to generate G-code to send to our 3D printers and CNC&nbsp;machines.
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==Training==
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'''Links to external sites:'''
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:'''[https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/downloads/pdf/adafruit-guide-excellent-soldering.pdf Adafruit Guide To Excellent Soldering]''' (pdf)
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:'''[https://www.instructables.com/Basic-Electronics/ Basic Electronics]''' — on AUTODESK Instructables
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:'''[https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+To+Use+A+Multimeter/25632 How To Use A Multimeter]''' — IFIXIT Guide
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:'''[https://learn.adafruit.com/guides/latest Adafruit Learning System]''' — Guides published within the last 90 days
  
 
==Tips==
 
==Tips==
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:'''''Measure twice, solder once.'''''
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:'''[https://www.librarything.com/catalog/PikesPeakMakerspace/electronicsarea Our electronics-related books]''' — on LibraryThing.com
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==Equipment Lists==
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===Soldering Equipment===
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|[[File:HAKKO soldering station.jpg|alt=HAKKO soldering station|center|frameless|133x133px]]
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|'''soldering stations (2)'''
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'''70W'''
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|HAKKO
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DFX-888D
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|[https://hakkousa.com/products/soldering/soldering-irons.html '''HAKKO''']
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[https://hakkousa.com/fx-888d '''DFX-888D''']
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'''[https://cdn.sparkfun.com/datasheets/Tools/fx888d.pdf Instruction Manual]'''
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|[[File:Fume Extractor.jpg|alt=Fume Extractor|160x160px|center|frameless|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Fume_Extractor.jpg]]
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|'''Fume Extractor'''
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|PACE
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|'''solder reflow oven'''
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|James Gravert
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|[[:File:SMD Reflow Oven.pdf|'''Class Documentation''']]
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===Export G-code (with software at PPM)===
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'''https://whizoo.com'''
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:[https://help.autodesk.com/view/fusion360/ENU/?query=G-code '''Autodesk Fusion''']
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===Preview G-code (with software at PPM)===
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:[https://help.prusa3d.com/article/prusaslicer-g-code-viewer_193152 '''PrusaSlicer G-code viewer''']
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|[[File:Multimeter.jpg|center|frameless|160x160px]]
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|'''DIGITAL MULTIMETERS'''
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'''CEN-TECH''' 
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'''7 FUNCTION'''
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|Harbor Freight
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==Classes==
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:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
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:PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
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:'''''Always leave the space better than you found it.'''''
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==External Training==
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'''Links to Wikipedia:'''
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==Benefits==
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:'''[[wikipedia:Computer-aided_design|Computer-aided design]]'''
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{{Member Benefits}}
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:'''[[wikipedia:Computer-aided_manufacturing|Computer-aided manufacturing]]'''
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:'''[[wikipedia:G-code|G-code]]'''
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==Policies==
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'''Materials'''
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:'''Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal: [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
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:'''''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''''
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{{Red Tags}}
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==Related Software==
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'''Links to external sites:'''
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:'''[https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview Autodesk Fusion]''' — with integrated, cloud-based PCB design software
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:'''[https://www.kicad.org/ KiCad]''' — schematic capture, PCB layout, and simulation
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:'''[https://fritzing.org/ Fritzing]''' — open source software to document, share, layout, and manufacture professional PCBs
  
 
==Related Pages==
 
==Related Pages==
 
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
 
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:[[CNC|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#2B78BE">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''CNC Router Table'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]] - '''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve make a reservation]'''
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:[[Arduino|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Arduino'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[Raspberry Pi|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Raspberry Pi'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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==Hand-Curated Links==
 
==Hand-Curated Links==
 
'''Links to member-recommended external sites:'''
 
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:'''[https://www.machsupport.com/software/mach3/ Mach3]''' — control motors (stepper & servo) by processing G-Code
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:'''[https://everycircuit.com/ EveryCircuit]''' — Create, simulate, share, and explore electronic circuits
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:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePT8iM1ibNs Top 10 useful G-Code commands for 3D Printing]''' — Maker's Muse on YouTube
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:'''[https://www.ieee.org/education/index.html IEEE (Education)]''' — "leader in engineering and technology education"
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:'''[https://hackaday.com/ HACKADAY]''' — community database of open-source hardware designs
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:'''[https://makezine.com/comparison/boards Maker's Guide to Boards]''' — Make magazine
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:'''[[wikipedia:Right_to_repair#:~:text=Right%20to%20repair%20is%20a,protecting%20a%20right%20to%20repair|Right to Repair]]''' — on Wikipedia
  
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:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
 
:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''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&nbsp;community.
 
:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
 
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Revision as of 13:46, 6 December 2024

Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides a work area with soldering equipment, electronic equipment, and electronic components for all makers, from the very beginner to the expert.

It is for all our members to use without any additional required training (Level 1).



Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

 


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
  • Emergency sign

    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 040721

    PPM Emergency
    Evacuation Plan.pdf

  • PPM Fire Prevention Plan 0407022

    PPM Fire
    Prevention Plan.pdf

  • PPM Fire Escape Plan

    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
    Supply Cabinet

  • FIRST AID kit

    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

    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.
  • SAFETY GOGGLES

    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.
  • flammables cabinet

    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.


 

Training

Links to external sites:

Adafruit Guide To Excellent Soldering (pdf)
Basic Electronics — on AUTODESK Instructables
How To Use A Multimeter — IFIXIT Guide
Adafruit Learning System — Guides published within the last 90 days

Tips

Measure twice, solder once.
Our electronics-related books — on LibraryThing.com

Equipment Lists

Soldering Equipment

Picture Item Manufacturer/
Model 		Resources
HAKKO soldering station
 soldering stations (2)

70W

HAKKO

DFX-888D

HAKKO

DFX-888D

Instruction Manual

Fume Extractor
 Fume Extractor PACE
REFLOW OVEN
 solder reflow oven James Gravert Class Documentation

(by Adam Gleason)

https://whizoo.com

Hand Tools

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
Multimeter.jpg
 DIGITAL MULTIMETERS

CEN-TECH 7 FUNCTION

Harbor Freight 90899
heat guns (2) WAGNER
hot glue guns (2)
Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Always leave the space better than you found it.

Benefits

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
(bring proof of membership)
Company Website Benefit Directions to
Logo WOODCRAFT
 Woodcraft of Colorado Springs 10% discount    4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Logo CO Lumber
 CO Lumber Specialties 10% discount 3636 Stone Avenue
Logo General Air
 GENERAL AIR 10% discount 3031 N Nevada Ave.
Logo ACE
 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.

Policies

Materials

Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.

Red Tags

If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tags-issues
This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.

Related Software

Links to external sites:

Autodesk Fusion — with integrated, cloud-based PCB design software
KiCad — schematic capture, PCB layout, and simulation
Fritzing — open source software to document, share, layout, and manufacture professional PCBs

Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

  Arduino  
  Raspberry Pi  
  PPM Library  
  Computers — Ubuntu  
  Computers — Windows  
  Computers — Mac and Apple  
  Computers — Vintage  
  Mall Map  
Autodesk Fusion Tips

Hand-Curated Links

Links to member-recommended external sites:

EveryCircuit — Create, simulate, share, and explore electronic circuits
IFIXIT — Repair guides for every thing, written by everyone
IEEE (Education) — "leader in engineering and technology education"
HACKADAY — community database of open-source hardware designs
Maker's Guide to Boards — Make magazine
Right to Repair — on Wikipedia

For Additional Help

Use the PPM Slack channel #electronics
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 information that is outdated.

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

 

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