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[[File:Level_2_badge.png|alt=|left|frameless|100x100px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]]'''The Metal Shop Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.'''
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[[File:Level_2_badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|100x100px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]]'''The Welding Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.'''
  
 
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.  
 
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.  
  
  
<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;Metal Shop Area&nbsp;</span> [https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Metal_Shop#Hand_Tools hand tools] should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint or powder coating.  
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<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;Welding Area&nbsp;</span> [https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Metal_Shop#Hand_Tools hand tools] should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint or powder coating.
 
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[[File:Metal Shop Area.jpg|alt=Metal Shop Area|thumb|300x300px|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;Metal Shop Area&nbsp;&nbsp;(03/15/22)&nbsp;</span>|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Metal_Shop_Area.jpg]]{{Template:Safety}}
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==Classes and Training==
 
==Classes and Training==
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: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]'''
 
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Area_Captain_Duties#Metal_Shop Area Captain Duties]===
 
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Area_Captain_Duties#Metal_Shop Area Captain Duties]===
:To help out in the Metal Shop, contact the Area Captain on Slack.
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:To help out in the Welding Area, contact the Area Captain on Slack.
 
===Classes===
 
===Classes===
 
: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''']
 
===Training===
 
===Training===
:[https://store.generalair.com/courses/colorado-springs/ Learn to weld for $50 at General Air]
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:[https://store.generalair.com/courses/colorado-springs/ '''Learn to weld for $50 at General Air''']
===Tips===
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:Before using air tools add 1 drop of air tool oil
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===For Additional Help ===
===For Additional Help===
 
 
:Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop
 
:Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop
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{{Template:Historical}}
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
File:Intro to Welding PDF.pdf|alt=Intro to Welding.pdf|<center>Intro to Welding.pdf</center>
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File:Intro to Welding PDF.pdf|alt=Intro to Welding|<center>Intro to Welding.pdf</center>
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
 
==Equipment Lists==
 
==Equipment Lists==
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|'''Item'''
 
|'''Item'''
 
|'''Manufacturer'''
 
|'''Manufacturer'''
|'''ModelNumber'''
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|'''Model<br>Number'''
|'''EstimatedValue'''
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|'''Estimated<br>Value'''
 
|'''Manual'''
 
|'''Manual'''
 
|'''Owner'''
 
|'''Owner'''
|'''Status'''
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|'''Problem<br>Description'''
|'''ProblemDescription'''
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|[[File:Welder Multimaster 260.jpg|center|frameless|200x200px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Welder_Multimaster_260.jpg]]
 
|[[File:Welder Multimaster 260.jpg|center|frameless|200x200px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Welder_Multimaster_260.jpg]]
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|PPM
 
|PPM
 
[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Donations_Received#2022_Donations (donated by Qualtek&nbsp;Manufacturing)]
 
[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Donations_Received#2022_Donations (donated by Qualtek&nbsp;Manufacturing)]
|Working
 
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
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|none
 
|none
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|?
 
|
 
|-
 
|[[File:Box fan.jpg|alt=Box fan|center|frameless|140x140px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Box_fan.jpg]]
 
|'''box fan,'''
 
'''20", 3-speed'''
 
|LASKO
 
|N/A
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">$30</p>
 
|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
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|PPM
 
|PPM
 
[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Donations_Received#2022_Donations (donated by Bristol)]
 
[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Donations_Received#2022_Donations (donated by Bristol)]
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
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|N/A
 
|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
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|
 
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|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
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|
 
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|N/A
 
|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
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|N/A
 
|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
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|
 
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|N/A
 
|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
|'''Picture'''
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
|'''Item'''
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|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|'''Manufacturer'''
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|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
|'''ModelNumber'''
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|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
|'''EstimatedValue'''
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|<center>'''Estimated<br>Value'''</center>
|'''Manual'''
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|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
|'''Owner'''
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|<center>'''Owner'''</center>
|'''Status'''
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|<center>'''Problem<br>Description'''</center>
|'''ProblemDescription'''
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|}
|}<gallery>
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<gallery>
 
File:Welding curtain 1.jpg|alt=Welding curtain|<center>Welding curtain<br>Metal Shop side</center>
 
File:Welding curtain 1.jpg|alt=Welding curtain|<center>Welding curtain<br>Metal Shop side</center>
 
File:Welding curtain 2.jpg|alt=Welding curtain|<center>Welding curtain<br>Wood Shop side</center>
 
File:Welding curtain 2.jpg|alt=Welding curtain|<center>Welding curtain<br>Wood Shop side</center>
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
===Metal Shop Equipment===
 
{| class="wikitable sortable"
 
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#EB4F9C; color:#ffffff;"
 
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |'''Picture'''
 
|'''Item'''
 
|'''Manufacturer'''
 
|'''ModelNumber'''
 
|'''EstimatedValue'''
 
|'''Manual'''
 
|'''Owner'''
 
|'''Status'''
 
|'''ProblemDescription'''
 
|-
 
|[[File:Drill press ROCKWELL.jpg|alt=Drill press ROCKWELL|center|frameless|200x200px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Drill_press_ROCKWELL.jpg]]
 
|'''drill press'''
 
|ROCKWELL
 
|DG08
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">$500</p>
 
|no
 
|PPM  [https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Donations_Received#2022_Donations (donated by Qualtek&nbsp;Manufacturing)]
 
|Working
 
|
 
|-
 
|[[File:Metal band saw.jpg|alt=Metal band saw|center|frameless|200x200px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Metal_band_saw.jpg]]
 
|'''metal band&nbsp;saw'''
 
|DOALL
 
|M602
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">$500</p>
 
|no
 
|PPM  [https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Donations_Received#2022_Donations (donated by Qualtek&nbsp;Manufacturing)]
 
|Working
 
|
 
|-
 
|
 
|'''industrial'''
 
'''drill press,'''
 
  
'''12-speed,'''
 
 
'''5/8&nbsp;inch&nbsp;chuck'''
 
|ORBIT MACHINE TOOLS
 
|OR&#8209;1458&nbsp;F
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
 
|no
 
|PPM  (donated by Vernon&nbsp;Allen)
 
|Working
 
|
 
|-
 
|[[File:Evolution Metal Chop Saw.jpg|alt=Evolution Metal Chop&nbsp;Saw|center|frameless|160x160px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Evolution_Metal_Chop_Saw.jpg]]
 
|'''evolution'''
 
'''Metal Cutting Chop&nbsp;Saw'''
 
 
'''14" blade'''
 
|[https://store.evolutionpowertools.com/ evolution POWER&nbsp;TOOLS]
 
|evoSAW
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
 
|yes
 
|PPM
 
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
|
 
|-
 
|[[File:5in Bench Grinder.jpg|alt=5in Bench Grinder|center|frameless|160x160px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:5in_Bench_Grinder.jpg]]
 
|'''5 in. Bench Grinder on&nbsp;stand'''
 
|CRAFTSMAN
 
|
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
 
|
 
|PPM
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|[[File:6in Bench Grinder.jpg|alt=6in Bench Grinder|center|frameless|160x160px|6in Bench Grinder|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:6in_Bench_Grinder.jpg]]
 
|'''6 in. Bench Grinder on&nbsp;stand'''
 
|CRAFTSMAN
 
|
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
 
|
 
|PPM
 
|2 new grinding wheels, (12/13/21)
 
|
 
|-
 
|
 
|'''TOOL PRESS 1/2&nbsp;TON'''
 
|JANESVILLE
 
|[https://www.janesvilletool.com/P/2/model-ilp-500-precision-assembly-press ILP-500]
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">$386.00</p>
 
|ON LINE
 
|PPM
 
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
|
 
|-
 
|
 
|'''tube'''
 
'''bender'''
 
|JET
 
|?
 
|?
 
|
 
|?
 
|?
 
|
 
|-
 
|
 
|'''vacuum'''
 
'''former'''
 
|PLAST-O-CRAFT
 
|?
 
|?
 
|
 
|?
 
|?
 
|
 
|-
 
|'''Picture'''
 
|'''Item'''
 
|'''Manufacturer'''
 
|'''ModelNumber'''
 
|'''EstimatedValue'''
 
|'''Manual'''
 
|'''Owner'''
 
|'''Status'''
 
|'''ProblemDescription'''
 
|}<gallery>
 
File:Drill press nameplate.jpg|alt=Drill press nameplate|<center>DG08 Rockwell<br>drill press nameplate</center>
 
</gallery>
 
===Lathe Equipment===
 
{| class="wikitable sortable"
 
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#EB4F9C; color:#ffffff;"
 
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |'''Picture'''
 
|'''Item'''
 
|'''Manufacturer'''
 
|'''ModelNumber'''
 
|'''EstimatedValue'''
 
|'''Manual'''
 
|'''Owner'''
 
|'''Status'''
 
|'''ProblemDescription'''
 
|-
 
|[[File:Grizzly Lathe.jpg|alt=Grizzly Lathe|center|frameless|150x150px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Grizzly_Lathe.jpg]]
 
|'''3 in 1combination machine(Mill/Drill/Lathe)'''[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]]
 
|[[File:Grizzly logo.png|alt=Grizzly logo|left|frameless|120x120px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Grizzly_logo.png]]
 
|Grizzly
 
[https://www.grizzly.com/products/grizzly-combo-lathe-w-milling-attachment/g0516 G0516]
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
 
|[https://cdn0.grizzly.com/partslists/g0516_pl.pdf online]
 
|'''Bill Epperson'''
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|[[File:Tool cabinet.jpg|center|frameless|160x160px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Tool_cabinet.jpg]]
 
|'''tool cabinet'''[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]]
 
|U.S. General
 
|
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
 
|
 
|'''Bill Epperson'''
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|'''Picture'''
 
|'''Item'''
 
|'''Manufacturer'''
 
|'''ModelNumber'''
 
|'''EstimatedValue'''
 
|'''Manual'''
 
|'''Owner'''
 
|'''Status'''
 
|'''ProblemDescription'''
 
|}<gallery>
 
File:Grizzly G0516 WARNING panel.jpg|alt=Grizzly G0516 WARNING|<center>Grizzly&nbsp;G0516 Mill/Drill/Lathe<br>WARNING</center>
 
</gallery>
 
 
===Hand Tools===
 
===Hand Tools===
 
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|'''Item'''
 
|'''Item'''
 
|'''Manufacturer'''
 
|'''Manufacturer'''
|'''ModelNumber'''
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|'''Model<br>Number'''
|'''EstimatedValue'''
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|'''Estimated<br>Value'''
 
|'''Manual'''
 
|'''Manual'''
 
|'''Owner'''
 
|'''Owner'''
|'''Status'''
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|'''Problem<br>Description'''
|'''ProblemDescription'''
 
|-
 
|[[File:Vise grips powdercoated.jpg|alt=Vise grips powdercoated|center|frameless|160x160px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Vise_grips_powdercoated.jpg]]
 
|'''vise grips'''
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|
 
|PPM
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|[[File:Drill bit set Milwaukee.jpg|alt=Drill bit set Milwaukee|center|frameless|133x133px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Drill_bit_set_Milwaukee.jpg]]
 
|'''Drill Bit Set,'''
 
'''29 pieces,'''
 
 
 
'''Titanium'''
 
|Milwaukee
 
|[https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Accessories/Metal-Drilling/Twist-Drill-Bits/48-89-4632 48-89-4632]
 
|
 
|
 
|PPM
 
|New
 
(12/16/21)
 
|
 
|-
 
|[[File:Punch set.jpg|alt=Punch set in plastic case|center|frameless|133x133px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Punch_set.jpg]]
 
|'''Punch Set in plastic case'''
 
|[https://www.wheelertools.com/ Wheeler]
 
|[https://www.wheelertools.com/gunsmithing-tools/hammer-and-punch/hammer-and-punch-set-plastic-case/951900.html link]
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">$30</p>
 
|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|
 
|
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|
 
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|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
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|
 
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|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
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|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
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|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
|
 
|
 
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|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
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|ON LINE
 
|ON LINE
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
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|N/A
 
|N/A
 
|PPM
 
|PPM
|FULLY FUNCTIONING
 
 
|
 
|
 
|-
 
|-
|'''Picture'''
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
|'''Item'''
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|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|'''Manufacturer'''
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|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
|'''ModelNumber'''
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|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
|'''EstimatedValue'''
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|<center>'''Estimated<br>Value'''</center>
|'''Manual'''
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|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
|'''Owner'''
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|<center>'''Owner'''</center>
|'''Status'''
+
|<center>'''Problem<br>Description'''</center>
|'''ProblemDescription'''
 
 
|}
 
|}
:<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;Metal Shop Area&nbsp;</span> hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint.
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:<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#EB4F9C">&nbsp;Welding Area&nbsp;</span> hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#EB4F9C">'''pink'''</span> tape or paint or powder coating.
 
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
 
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
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===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Donations_Received Donations Received]===
 
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Donations_Received Donations Received]===
 
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Wish_List#Metal_Shop Wish List]===
 
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Wish_List#Metal_Shop Wish List]===
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:Pikes Peak 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 and Policies==
 
==Benefits and Policies==
 
{{Member Benefits}}
 
{{Member Benefits}}
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:'''Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
 
:'''Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
 
:'''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''
 
:'''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/New_Member_Orientation#Red_Tags_and_Reporting_Issues Red Tags and Reporting Issues]===
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===Red Tags===
 +
 
 +
:Use a '''[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tag]]''', which can be found in the '''red tag area''', to designate broken equipment.
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{{Scrap and Trash}}
 
{{Scrap and Trash}}
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==Software==
 
==Software==
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Autodesk_Fusion_360_Tips Fusion 360]===
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===[[Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips|Fusion 360]]===
==See Also==
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==See Also ==
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Sandblasting_Cabinet Sandblasting Cabinet]===
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Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Powder_Coating Powder Coating]===
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:[[Sandblasting Cabinet|'''Sandblasting Cabinet''']]
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Powder_Coating_Area Powder Coating Area]===
+
:[[Powder Coating|'''Powder Coating''']]
==Curated Links==
+
:[[Powder Coating Area|'''Powder Coating Area''']]
 +
:[[Metal Shop|'''Metal Shop''']]
 +
 
 +
==Curated Links ==
 +
Links to other sites (external links):
 
:[https://www.esabna.com/us/en/education/index.cfm '''ESAB Knowledge Center''']
 
:[https://www.esabna.com/us/en/education/index.cfm '''ESAB Knowledge Center''']
==Other Fun Stuff==
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:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vetc7rEYnjI '''Adam Savage's Guide to Drill Bits!''']
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== Other Fun Stuff ==
<hr>{{Template:Footer}}{{Template:Historical}} <!--Bandsaw Metalshop-->
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Links to other sites (external links):
 +
:'''[https://www.woodcraft.com/blog_entries/welding-for-woodworkers-1 Welding for Woodworkers]'''
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:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EA1jeViV4l8 Jamie Hyneman On Welding in His Workshop]'''
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<br>
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<hr>
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{{Template:Footer}}
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<!--Bandsaw Metalshop-->

Revision as of 20:14, 14 November 2022

Level 2 badge

The Welding Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.

Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.


 Welding Area  hand tools should be marked with pink tape or paint or powder coating.

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.

Classes and Training

New Member Orientation

Area Captain -- Trevor Banks

View all PPM Area Captains

Area Captain Duties

To help out in the Welding Area, contact the Area Captain on Slack.

Classes

Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Training

Learn to weld for $50 at General Air

For Additional Help

Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop


Warn.png The following pages contain historical information. The pages are provided for reference only.

Equipment Lists

Welding Equipment

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
Estimated
Value
Manual Owner Problem
Description
Welder Multimaster 260.jpg
Welder,

MIG, TIG and stick

Esab multimaster 260 PPM

(donated by Qualtek Manufacturing)

Fume Extractor
Fume Extractor PACE 8888-0825

?

none PPM
metal table,

2' x 8’

40” tall

N/A N/A

?

N/A PPM

(donated by Bristol)

HEAVY DUTY CUTTING & WELDING KIT FIREPOWER OXYFUEL 350

$399.99

N/A PPM
TORCH CART N/A N/A

$129.99

N/A PPM
ACETYLENE CYLINDER N/A 10 CF

$149.99

N/A PPM
OXYGEN CYLINDER N/A 20 CF

$199.99

N/A PPM
Titanium 45A

plasma cutter

$929.99

N/A PPM
Picture
Item
Manufacturer
Model
Number
Estimated
Value
Manual
Owner
Problem
Description

Hand Tools

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
Estimated
Value
Manual Owner Problem
Description
BESSEY CORNER METAL CLAMP BESSEY WSM-9

$228.99

N/A PPM
WELDING CLAMP/PLIERS HOBART 770115

$9.39

N/A PPM
LOCKING C CLAMP IRWIN 9SP

$14.99

N/A PPM
WELDING HELPER PLIERS EASTWOOD 081806A

$18.99

N/A PPM
LOCKER N/A N/A

$750

N/A PPM
ACE LOCK ACE HARDWARE CODE 1551

$18.99

ON LINE PPM
ADJUSTABLE WRENCH FULLER

$17.99

N/A PPM
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Item
Manufacturer
Model
Number
Estimated
Value
Manual
Owner
Problem
Description
 Welding Area  hand tools should be marked with pink tape or paint or powder coating.
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
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.

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

Use a Red Tag, which can be found in the red tag area, to designate broken equipment.

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

Fusion 360

See Also

Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):

Sandblasting Cabinet
Powder Coating
Powder Coating Area
Metal Shop

Curated Links

Links to other sites (external links):

ESAB Knowledge Center

Other Fun Stuff

Links to other sites (external links):

Welding for Woodworkers
Jamie Hyneman On Welding in His Workshop



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