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'''The Laser Engraver/Cutter Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.''' | '''The Laser Engraver/Cutter Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.''' | ||
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==='''[[New Member Orientation]]'''=== | ==='''[[New Member Orientation]]'''=== | ||
| − | === Area Captain=== | + | ===Area Captain=== |
:'''Jonathan Wommack''' (Epilog Laser) | :'''Jonathan Wommack''' (Epilog Laser) | ||
:View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]''' | :View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]''' | ||
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'''DO NOT cut materials with PVC on either laser,''' this will release chlorine gas which is toxic. | '''DO NOT cut materials with PVC on either laser,''' this will release chlorine gas which is toxic. | ||
| − | :ALWAYS ensure the work area interior and exterior is clean before and after your work. | + | : ALWAYS ensure the work area interior and exterior is clean before and after your work. |
:The maximum bed size for vector cutting or raster etching is 16” x 12” or less. | :The maximum bed size for vector cutting or raster etching is 16” x 12” or less. | ||
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===For Additional Help=== | ===For Additional Help=== | ||
| − | : Use the PPM Slack channel #laser-cutter | + | :Use the PPM Slack channel #laser-cutter |
<br> | <br> | ||
{{Template:Historical}} | {{Template:Historical}} | ||
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| − | == Equipment Lists== | + | ==Equipment Lists == |
| − | === Zing LASER=== | + | ===Zing LASER=== |
{| class="wikitable sortable" | {| class="wikitable sortable" | ||
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#D81F2B; color:#ffffff;" | |- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#D81F2B; color:#ffffff;" | ||
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|10000 Laser System | |10000 Laser System | ||
|<p style="text-align:right;">$5,800</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$5,800</p> | ||
| − | | yes, and [https://www.epiloglaser.com/assets/downloads/manuals/zing-manual-web.pdf online] | + | |yes, and [https://www.epiloglaser.com/assets/downloads/manuals/zing-manual-web.pdf online] |
|PPM | |PPM | ||
|working | |working | ||
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|'''Computer''' | |'''Computer''' | ||
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|<p style="text-align:right;">$250</p> | |<p style="text-align:right;">$250</p> | ||
|N/A | |N/A | ||
|PPM | |PPM | ||
| − | | working | + | |working |
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| − | |'''Picture''' | + | |<center>'''Picture'''</center> |
| − | |'''Item''' | + | |<center>'''Item'''</center> |
| − | |'''Manufacturer''' | + | |<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center> |
| − | |'''Model<br>Number''' | + | |<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center> |
| − | |'''Estimated<br>Value''' | + | |<center>'''Estimated<br>Value'''</center> |
| − | |'''Manual''' | + | |<center>'''Manual'''</center> |
| − | |'''Owner''' | + | |<center>'''Owner'''</center> |
| − | |'''Status''' | + | |<center>'''Status'''</center> |
| − | |'''Problem<br>Description''' | + | |<center>'''Problem<br>Description'''</center> |
|} | |} | ||
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===Hand Tools=== | ===Hand Tools=== | ||
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===[[Wish List#Laser -- Epilog Zing|Wish List]]=== | ===[[Wish List#Laser -- Epilog Zing|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== | ==Benefits and Policies== | ||
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===Design Software=== | ===Design Software=== | ||
| − | :'''[[Adobe Illustrator Tips|Adobe Illustrator]]''' | + | :'''[[Adobe Illustrator Tips|Adobe Illustrator]]''' |
| − | :'''[[Adobe Photoshop Tips|Adobe Photoshop]]''' | + | :'''[[Adobe Photoshop Tips|Adobe Photoshop]]''' |
| − | :'''[[Inkscape Tips|Inkscape]]''' | + | :'''[[Inkscape Tips|Inkscape]]''' |
| − | :'''[[Procreate app Tips|Procreate]]''' | + | :'''[[Procreate app Tips|Procreate]]''' |
| − | + | :'''[[Canva Tips|Canva]]''' | |
===Printing Software=== | ===Printing Software=== | ||
| − | :'''Adobe Acrobat''' | + | :'''Adobe Acrobat''' |
==Member Showcase== | ==Member Showcase== | ||
| − | ===Epilog Laser Photo Gallery=== | + | ===Epilog Laser Photo Gallery === |
<gallery widths="150" heights="150"> | <gallery widths="150" heights="150"> | ||
| − | File:Red-cover.jpg|alt=Engraved journal cover | + | File:Engraved photo.png|alt=Engraved photo by Chris Stevens|<center>Engraved photo<br>by Chris Stevens<br>(09/09/22)<br> </center> |
| + | File:Red-cover.jpg|alt=Engraved journal cover by Marvin Harrell|<center>Engraved journal cover<br>by Marvin Harrell<br>(05/09/22)</center> | ||
File:Round PCB PPM clock.jpg|alt=Round PCB PPM clock|<center>Round PCB<br>PPM clock</center> | File:Round PCB PPM clock.jpg|alt=Round PCB PPM clock|<center>Round PCB<br>PPM clock</center> | ||
| − | File:PPM engraved PCB keychain.jpg|alt=PPM engraved PCB keychain|<center>PPM engraved PCB keychain</center> | + | File:PPM engraved PCB keychain.jpg|alt=PPM engraved PCB keychain|<center>PPM engraved<br>PCB keychain</center> |
| − | File:Minnesota Nice.jpg|alt=Minnesota NICE|<center>Minnesota NICE<br>(May 29, 2015)</center> | + | File:Minnesota Nice.jpg|alt=Minnesota NICE|<center>Minnesota NICE<br>(May 29, 2015)</center> |
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
{{Template:Showcase_blurb}} | {{Template:Showcase_blurb}} | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
| − | + | Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links): | |
| + | :[[Laser -- BOSS|'''Laser -- BOSS''']] | ||
| − | == Curated Links == | + | ==Curated Links== |
| + | Links to other sites (external links): | ||
:'''[https://www.imag-r.com/ ImagR] -- Prepare your image for laser engraving''' | :'''[https://www.imag-r.com/ ImagR] -- Prepare your image for laser engraving''' | ||
:[https://www.bell-laser.com/laser-list Bell Laser] - After market parts for laser machines | :[https://www.bell-laser.com/laser-list Bell Laser] - After market parts for laser machines | ||
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==Other Fun Stuff== | ==Other Fun Stuff== | ||
| + | Links to other sites (external links): | ||
:'''Cut boxes with a laser cutter: [https://www.makercase.com/ MakerCase] or [https://hackaday.io/project/10649-boxespy Boxes.py]''' | :'''Cut boxes with a laser cutter: [https://www.makercase.com/ MakerCase] or [https://hackaday.io/project/10649-boxespy Boxes.py]''' | ||
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<hr> | <hr> | ||
{{Template:Footer}} | {{Template:Footer}} | ||
Revision as of 22:58, 2 November 2022
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
Classes and Training
New Member Orientation
Area Captain
- Jonathan Wommack (Epilog Laser)
- View all PPM Area Captains
Area Captain Duties
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
- Jonathan Wommack (Epilog Laser)
Zing
Instruction Sheetv3.pdf
DO NOT cut materials with PVC on either laser, this will release chlorine gas which is toxic.
- ALWAYS ensure the work area interior and exterior is clean before and after your work.
- The maximum bed size for vector cutting or raster etching is 16” x 12” or less.
Events
TOSC tour
(2021-11-24)
Intro to Laser Cutting
Manitou Art Center
(January 15, 2015)
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
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 | $250 |
N/A | PPM | working | ||||
| Monitor, 20" | Dell | 2007FP | $100 |
N/A | PPM | working | ||
Number |
Value |
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
- 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:
- (walk in, show 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
Printing Software
- Adobe Acrobat
Member Showcase
Epilog Laser Photo Gallery
Engraved photo
by Chris Stevens
(09/09/22)
Engraved journal cover
by Marvin Harrell
(05/09/22)
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.
See Also
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
Curated Links
Links to other sites (external links):
- ImagR -- Prepare your image for laser engraving
- Bell Laser - After market parts for laser machines
- Laser Research Optics - Alternative and cheaper sources of lenses
Other Fun Stuff
Links to other sites (external links):
- 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.