Laser -- BOSS
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The Laser Engraver/Cutter Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.
Additional training is required to use our Level 3 equipment.
Laser Area hand tools should be marked with red tape or paint.
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
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.
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
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.
Classes and Training
New Member Orientation
Area Captains
- Robbie Cochran (Epilog Laser)
- Lisa MacNicol (BOSSLASER)
- View all PPM Area Captains
Area Captain Duties
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
- Robbie Cochran (Epilog Laser)
- Lisa MacNicol (BOSSLASER)
- Boss Laser Safety
- ● NEVER cut PVC (When in doubt, error on the side of caution)
- ● NEVER leave the laser unattended while it is running (Stay in the building)
- ● Use only approved materials
- ● Leave lid closed for a few moments after your job is completed
- ● Avoid using 100% power
- ● Avoid reflective material
- ● Keep work area interior and exterior clean
- ● Keep the exhaust fan and chiller running while the laser is in use
- ● Make sure Zing Laser isn’t running before turning off fan
- ALWAYS ensure the work area interior and exterior is clean before and after your work.
Watch these videos on LightBurn BEFORE (BOSSLASER) CLASS!- Pikes Peak Makerspace Boss Laser Intro -- external link to PPM YouTube channel
Boss Laser Orientation class handout.pdf
- Be sure to log your Boss Laser job using the new SIGN-IN SHEET
Common Issues (Boss Laser Orientation)
- Didn’t cut through?
- It is a good practice to leave the workpiece in position and inspect for through cut before moving it.
- You can often close the lid, run an additional pass, and get all the way through.
- You should not start your job until you are confident about your settings by doing multiple tests.
Taking too long?
- Check settings for “flood fill” or “fill shapes individually”. Use the preview feature to know if that will help.
Events
TOSC tour
2021-11-24
TOSC tour
2021-11-24
Intro to Laser Cutting
Manitou Art Center
(January 15, 2015)
Tips
- DO NOT cut materials with PVC on either laser, this will release chlorine gas which is toxic.
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #laser-cutter
The following pages contain historical information. The pages are provided for reference only.
• Introduction to the Zing Laser (15:26, 20 May 2015)
• Laser Cutting Material Table (15:41, 21 May 2015)
• Laser Cutting Acrylic (16:31, 24 November 2015)
Equipment Lists
BOSSLASER
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
 |
Boss 150 Watt
CO2 Laser |
Boss | LS-3655 | $20,000 |
Operators Manual | PPM | working (12/28/21) | |
 |
OUTFEED TABLE | Mike Mike | PPM | working (12/28/21) | ||||
 |
Industrial Chiller | S&A | CW‑5000DG | Maintenance Manual | PPM | working (12/28/21) | ||
 |
Compressor | PPM | being repaired
(01/22/22) |
|||||
 |
Computer | HP | h8-1117c | $250 |
PPM | working (12/28/21) | ||
| 27" Monitor | Dell | $100 |
PPM | working (12/28/21) | ||||
| rotary attachment for Boss Laser | PPM | ? | ||||||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
Zing LASER
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
 |
Zing 30 Watt Laser |
Epilog Laser | 10000 Laser System | $5,800 |
yes, and online | PPM | working | |
| Computer | HP | h8-1117c | $250 |
PPM | working | |||
| 20" Monitor | Dell | $100 |
PPM | working | ||||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
Hand Tools
- Laser Area hand tools should be marked with red tape or paint.
- Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Donations Received
Wish List
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
- DO NOT cut materials with PVC on either laser, this will release chlorine gas which is toxic.
- Avoid reflective material
- Donate for "Wood Sheet for Laser" 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
Design Software
- Adobe Illustrator (Windows 10 and Macintosh)
- Adobe Photoshop (Windows 10 and Macintosh)
- Inkscape
- Procreate (Tips, Training and Meetups)
Printing Software
- LightBurn (for BOSSLASER)
- Adobe Acrobat (for Epilog LASER)
Member Showcase
Boss Laser Photo Gallery
- Wall art Garden of the Gods.jpg
Garden of the Gods
48"x24"
(by Robbie Cochran) 
Station 11 Battalion 2
backlit district map
(by Joey Callahan)
Laser engraved panels
(by Uncle Mike Mike)- Wall art INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS.jpg
INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS
minimalist wall art
(by Ben Severson) 
THE IRON GIANT
minimalist wall art
14"x24"
(by Ben Severson)
Epilog Laser Photo Gallery
Engraved journal cover
(by Marvin Harrell)
Round PCB
PPM clock
PPM engraved PCB keychain 
Minnesota NICE
(May 29, 2015)
- For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack, or follow our social media links.
Curated Links
- ImagR -- Prepare your image for laser engraving
Other Fun Stuff
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