3D Printing — Resin

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides the 3D printers and supplies listed below to its members.

No reservations are required for any of our 3D Printers at this time, they are "first-come, first-served".

The 3D Printing 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.

Additional PPM training and then PPM certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.

Our trainers are passionate about sharing their knowledge and ensuring a positive learning experience for all.

We are grateful for their commitment and dedication to our community.

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

3D Printing — Filament (FDM)

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.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

IN CASE OF
EMERGENCY
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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.

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 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

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

Chris MacNicol

PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Contact Us if you are a Non-PPM Member but would like to RSVP for our SLA Printing Class.

To help out in the 3D Printing Area at PMM, use our #3d-printing channel on Slack.

Training

Intro to SLA 3D Printing

Anycubic resin settings

Be sure to log your job on the "SLA Printer USAGE FORM".

Clear the resin trays of the SLA printers carefully and completely to avoid cross-contamination.

Equipment Lists

3D Printing Equipment

Picture	Item	Manufacturer / Model Number	Print Volume	Upgrades	Resources
	Resin Printer	Anycubic Photon Mono 4k	163 x 102 x 180 mm tall		All You Need to Know
	Resin Printer	Anycubic PHOTON MONO 2K	163 x 102 x 180 mm tall	magnetic bed

	Wash Station				Anycubic
	Curing Station				Anycubic

3D Printing Equipment — Other

Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Specifications	Resources
	UV curing box	PPM	(6x6x10 inches)
	Fume Extractor	PACE 8888-0825		MANUAL (pdf)

Hand Tools

INFRARED THERMOMETER

☐ 3D Printing Area hand tools should be marked with orange tape or paint.

☐ 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 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.

Policies

PPE

Donate for PPE

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.

Software

Modeling software

Autodesk Fusion — integrated, cloud-based CAD and CAM software

Blender — for creating 3D printed models (and much more)

Slicing software

Lychee Slicer — (free version) for ANYCUBIC resin printer.

Hand-Curated Links

Links to member-recommended external sites:

STLFinder — search engine for free 3d models

MyMiniFactory — Discover STL files for 3D printing

3D Printer Resins — on MatterHackers

Awesome 3D Printing — on GitHub

Additional Help

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

3D Printing — Filament (FDM)

3D Scanning

STL File Format Tips

Lychee Slicer Tips

Autodesk Fusion Tips

Blender Tips

QR Codes

Use our PPM Slack channel #3d-printing for SLA and FDM printing questions.

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.