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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'''] |
Revision as of 21:58, 26 February 2023
The CNC Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.
Additional training and certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.
CNC Area hand tools should be marked with blue tape or paint.
Our CNC room is 234 square feet (13'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
- Area Captain Duties
- To help out in the CNC 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
Links to other sites (external links):
Events
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #cnc-machine
Equipment Lists
PPM Equipment List
Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Manual | Estimated Value |
Owner |
CNC router parts pro |
Avid CNC | yes | $7,000 |
PPM | ||
shopmaster eldorado
bridge mill |
shopmaster | yes | $5,000 |
PPM | ||
Roland CNC |
Roland | Modela
MDX-15 |
Roland Technical Support | PPM | ||
handibot |
ShopBot | ? | PPM (Donated by David Hsu) | |||
Number |
Value |
CNC Room Computer
Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
CinebenchR23 | System Software |
Application Software |
Network Speed, Wired |
Estimated Value |
Owner |
PC | PPM | ||||||||
monitor | PPM | ||||||||
mouse
and wireless keyboard |
PPM | ||||||||
Number |
Software |
Software |
Speed, Wired |
Value |
CNC Equipment List
Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Manual | Estimated Value |
Owner |
CNC shark |
Nextwave Automation | $3,500 |
Drew Johnson | |||
handibot | ShopBot | ? | $2,000 |
John Norton | ||
Number |
Value |
Hand Tools
- CNC Area hand tools should be marked with blue tape or paint.
- Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
- Measurement Tools
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
- Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
Red Tags
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.
Software
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
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):
- PreciseBits -- Specialty Tools, Tutorials, Support
- 4' x 8' CNC Router Kit
Other Fun Stuff
Links to other sites (external links):
- Frank makes -- CNC Build on YouTube
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