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'''The Large Format Printing Area consists mostly of Level 2 equipment'''.
 
  
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Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.
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'''The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.'''
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Additional PPM training is required to use any of our Level&nbsp;2 equipment.<br>
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==Classes and Training==
  
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==Safety First==
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===[[New Member Orientation]]===
  
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===[[Covid-19 notice]]===
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===Area Contact — Mathew Palfenier===
  
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===Emergency Contact:===
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:'''Additional Printer Suite Leaders wanted'''
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Drew Johnson, Executive Director
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:To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on&nbsp;Slack.
  
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===Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):===
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===Classes===
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Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.
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:PPM announces all its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
  
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==Classes/Training==
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===Training===
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:*'''After loading a new roll of material, be sure the roll spins freely. (Be sure it doesn't rub against the&nbsp;printer.)'''
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:*Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if&nbsp;necessary.
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:*Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord.
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:*Plain paper is recyclable. (Photo paper and canvas are not recyclable.)
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:*Be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.
  
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=== For Help: ===
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<gallery widths="200" heights="125" >
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Logan Henning on Slack
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File:Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf|alt=Large Format Printer Usage Form|'''Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf'''
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File:Hp 510 front power switch.jpg|'''HP Designjet 510<br>front power button'''
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File:HP Designjet 510 panel.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510 display|'''HP Designjet 510<br>display'''
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File:HP Designjet 510 load paper.jpg|alt=load paper steps (6)|'''HP Designjet 510<br>load paper steps (6)'''
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File:Hp 510 brochure.pdf|alt=HP Designjet 510 brochure|'''HP Designjet 510<br>brochure.pdf'''
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</gallery>
  
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or message in channel #large-format-printer[[File:5500ps panel.jpg|none|thumb|150x150px]]
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:'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/model/3737531/manuals HP DesignJet 510 42-in Printer - Manuals]'''
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:'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/model/3737531/document/c01614253 HP Designjet 510 Series Printers - Specifications]'''
  
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===[[HP Designjet 5500 Series]]===
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===Tips===
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==Equipment List==
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:'''-''' The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or even manually), just use the scissors instead.
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:'''-''' If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file for any elements that might need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard.
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== Equipment Lists==
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Large Format Printer:
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!Picture
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===Large Format Printer===
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!'''Item'''
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{| class="wikitable"
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!'''Owner'''
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|[[File:5500ps.jpg|alt=hp 5500ps large format printer|thumb]]
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|[[File:HP Designjet 510.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510|center|frameless|200x200px]]
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|'''Large Format Printer'''
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|'''Large Format'''
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|PPM
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'''Inkjet Printer'''
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|Hewlett Packard
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|Designjet 5500ps
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'''(4-Color, 42 inch wide)<br>'''
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|$750
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[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]]
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|hewlett-packard
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'''Designjet 510,''' 
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{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible"
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with 
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Large Format Printing Supplies:
 
  
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(416 MB memory upgrade)
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|'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/manuals Manuals]'''
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'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c01614253 Specs]'''
 
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| Presentation Grade Matte Paper
 
 
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|Buy -- Almost Out
 
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|Bright White Bond Paper
 
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|Bright White Bond Paper
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|[[File:3D printed spindle hub.jpg|alt=3D printed spindle hub|center|frameless|150x150px]]
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|20lb
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|'''spindle hub replacement'''
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'''(2")'''
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|'''Trevor Banks'''
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(04/12/22)
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|'''(3D-printed)'''
 
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|Bright White Bond Paper
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|[[File:3D printed spindle hub adapter.jpg|alt=3D printed spindle hub adapter|center|frameless|150x150px]]
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|'''spindle hub adapter'''
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'''(3" to 2")'''
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|'''Trevor Banks'''
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|'''(3D-printed)'''
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|Bright White Bond Paper
 
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==Hand Tools==
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===Hand Tools===
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Hand tools that belong in the 3D Printing Area should be marked with '''orange''' tape or paint.
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:Use '''scissors''' to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.)
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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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[[Donations Received|'''Donations Received''']]
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[[Wish List#Large Format Printing|'''Wish List''']]
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:Pikes Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
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==Benefits==
  
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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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{{Member Benefits}}
  
 
==Policies==
 
==Policies==
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===Materials:===
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'''Materials'''
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'''Cost:'''
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:'''Donate for Printing Materials:''' https://printing.cheddarup.com  Use checkout for all payment methods.
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:'''''If paying by cash, leave donations in a black payment box after login in Cheddar Up.'''''
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:14", 24", and 30" stretcher boards mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.
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{{Red Tags}}
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== Related Software==
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===Design Software===
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:'''[[Adobe Illustrator Tips]]'''
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:'''[[Adobe Photoshop Tips]]'''
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:'''[[Adobe InDesign Tips]]'''
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:'''[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips]]'''
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:'''[[Inkscape Tips]]'''
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:'''[[Canva Tips]]'''
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:'''[[Procreate app Tips]]'''
  
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HW Paper $1.00 per foot
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===Printing Software===
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:'''Adobe Acrobat'''
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:'''[https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/print-pdfs-and-images-prvw15175/mac Preview]''' — Print directly from macOS applications, including Preview
  
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Canvas $3.00 per foot
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==Member Showcase==
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<gallery widths="200" heights="125">
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File:Large vinyl banner.jpg|alt=Large Vinyl Banner by Debbie U|'''Large Vinyl Banner<br>by Debbie l Urquijo<br>(03/21/23)'''
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File:RPi poster.jpg|alt=Raspberry Pi poster|'''Raspberry Pi<br>poster'''
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File:RPi Books poster.jpg|alt=Raspberry Pi Books poster|'''Raspberry Pi Books<br>poster'''
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File:Mountains poster.jpg|alt=Mountains poster|'''Mountains<br>poster'''
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File:Electric car poster.jpg|alt=Electric car poster|'''Electric car<br>canvas print'''
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File:Coffee mug poster.jpg|alt=Coffee mug poster|'''Coffee mug<br>canvas print'''
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File:MOTOMINDED curtains.jpg|alt=MOTOMINDED window curtains|'''MOTOMINDED<br>window curtains<br>by Chris V.'''
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File:Record printout.jpg|alt=Record printout|'''100 inch long banner<br>(October 2016)''' 
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</gallery>
  
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===PPE:===
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{{Template:Showcase_blurb}}
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N/A
 
  
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===Scrap/Trash:===
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==Related Pages==
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==Software==
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Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
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Adobe Acrobat
 
  
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==Wish List==
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:[[Assembly_Table_(Clean_Projects)|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Assembly Table (Clean Projects)'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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'''TODO:''' Donations Received
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:[[Printers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Printers'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
  
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===[[Donations Received]]===
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:'''[[QR Codes]]'''
  
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==Showcase==
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==For Additional Help==
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:Use the #printer-suite channel in [https://bit.ly/ppmslack Slack!]
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:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
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:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from&nbsp;the&nbsp;community.
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===Photo Gallery:===
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{{Template:Ideas into reality}}
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===YouTube:===
 
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[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg/playlists '''"Things we've built'''"], Created playlists (2015)
 
  
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==Other Fun Stuff==
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[[Category:Hardware]]
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[[Category:Volunteers Needed]]
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Revision as of 20:16, 27 March 2024

Level 2 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace

The Large Format 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.


 


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


 

Classes and Training

New Member Orientation

Area Contact — Mathew Palfenier

Additional Printer Suite Leaders wanted
To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on Slack.

Classes

PPM announces all its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Training

  • After loading a new roll of material, be sure the roll spins freely. (Be sure it doesn't rub against the printer.)
  • Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if necessary.
  • Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord.
  • Plain paper is recyclable. (Photo paper and canvas are not recyclable.)
  • Be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.
  • Large Format Printer Usage Form

    Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf

  • HP Designjet 510
    front power button

  • HP Designjet 510 display

    HP Designjet 510
    display

  • load paper steps (6)

    HP Designjet 510
    load paper steps (6)

  • HP Designjet 510 brochure

    HP Designjet 510
    brochure.pdf

HP DesignJet 510 42-in Printer - Manuals
HP Designjet 510 Series Printers - Specifications

Tips

- The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or even manually), just use the scissors instead.
- If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file for any elements that might need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard.

Equipment Lists

Large Format Printer

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number 		Reference
Materials
HP Designjet 510
 Large Format

Inkjet Printer

(4-Color, 42 inch wide)

Level 2 badge
 hewlett-packard hp

Designjet 510,

with

(416 MB memory upgrade)

Manuals

Specs

3D printed spindle hub
 spindle hub replacement

(2")

Trevor Banks

(04/12/22)

(3D-printed)
3D printed spindle hub adapter
 spindle hub adapter

(3" to 2")

Trevor Banks

(04/16/22)

(3D-printed)

Hand Tools

Use scissors to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.)
Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.

Donations Received

Wish List

Pikes Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.

Benefits

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
(walk in, show 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 Printing Materials: https://printing.cheddarup.com Use checkout for all payment methods.
If paying by cash, leave donations in a black payment box after login in Cheddar Up.
14", 24", and 30" stretcher boards mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.

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 promptly.
For more information, review our New Member Orientation wiki page.

Related Software

Design Software

Adobe Illustrator Tips
Adobe Photoshop Tips
Adobe InDesign Tips
CorelDRAW X6 Tips
Inkscape Tips
Canva Tips
Procreate app Tips

Printing Software

Adobe Acrobat
Preview — Print directly from macOS applications, including Preview

Member Showcase

  • Large Vinyl Banner by Debbie U

    Large Vinyl Banner
    by Debbie l Urquijo
    (03/21/23)

  • Raspberry Pi poster

    Raspberry Pi
    poster

  • Raspberry Pi Books poster

    Raspberry Pi Books
    poster

  • Mountains poster

    Mountains
    poster

  • Electric car poster

    Electric car
    canvas print

  • Coffee mug poster

    Coffee mug
    canvas print

  • MOTOMINDED window curtains

    MOTOMINDED
    window curtains
    by Chris V.

  • Record printout

    100 inch long banner
    (October 2016)

For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack, or follow our social media links.

Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

  Assembly Table (Clean Projects)  
  Printers  
  Computers  
QR Codes

For Additional Help

Use the #printer-suite channel in Slack!
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.
PPM Tool Color Map — Interactive
Search the PPM Wiki — include both Content pages and Multimedia
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki, or you notice something 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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