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Vinyl Cutter

2021-09-23T00:34:00Z

Brunobronosky:

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== Status ==
2018-11-03: Perfect working condition. Cut 60 square feet today.

== Authorization ==

[[Viral Authorizations|Viral]]. Any authorized user can train and authorize another. Record authorizations on this wiki page, below. At the moment there are no regularly scheduled authorization sessions. Contact/ask an authorized user or the area host.

== Tips on how to use (After Authorized) ==

The user guide is here
[https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1058726/Gcc-Technologies-Jaguar-Ii-Series.html]

See a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjMWrVCrecA&t=520s Useful Video]

== Loading Media ==

* Raise the lever on the upper back right of the machine
* Slide in the media (up to 24" or 600mm). It helps to have a rectangular piece so the machine can recognize the size. Center it over some of the grooved rollers so they are as close to the edges as possible.
* Slide the pinch rollers from behind over the grooved roller you chose.
* Lower roller with the lever.
* Read the display and push the arrow button for the type of media you are loading. For a single sheet (not a roll), for example you would press the right arrow (see screen shot below)

Note: It determines the width of the media by the placement of the two outer rollers:[[File:Vinyl Cutter Roller Media Width Sensor.jpeg|thumb|right|100px|Width Sensor]]

== Importing ==

The Software used is CoCut Standard 2015. We no longer use the software that came with the cutter.

The software does import svg or ai files. One thing to be careful with svg is to set your document settings to 96 DPI. This way exporting from your editing software then importing to CoCut Pro will maintain actual physical size.

Notes:

* Make sure to check any files you download from the internet for hidden artifacts
* Make sure all your borders/strokes are set to 0px or you will get 3 cuts for the border (inner stroke, outer stroke and object edge)

== Cutting ==

When your graphic is ready to cut, click the File -> Output menu. This will bring up the "Output to device" window.

Things you need to set on this window:
* Make sure "Settings via comm" is turned on via machine settings.TODO: Need to lookup the actual setting name.
* Pressure: Good starting point is 30g or 1oz. Standard glossy vinyl cuts well at 60g.
* Speed: Good starting point is 10cm/s or 4in/s
* Material Width: Click "Read Material" button. See [[Loading Media]]
* Material Length: Click "Read Material" button. See [[Loading Media]]
* Overcut: Good starting point is 0.25mm or 0.01in

Do Preview your cut because depending on your setting the cut layout is not necessary exactly what you laid out in the svg file. Note also that in the preview you can rearrange the layout, including duplicating, rotating, or removing cuts.

If you're having trouble accepting your media, sunlight from the window may be affecting the sensors. Roll the vinyl cutter away from the direct sunlight.

Note:

The output settings for speed and pressure can be set on the machine itself.
* Turn off "Settings via comm" TODO: Need to lookup the actual setting name.
* Take the cutter offline (hit on/off line button)
* Hit the speed or pressure button
* Use arrow keys to change value
* Hit enter
* Put the cutter online by hitting the on/off line button a second time

=== Blades ===

There are 3 types of blade for the cutter:

* Black Cap - Fine detail cutting - http://www.signtechnologies.net/catalogue/341/8/cutters-and-plotters/P-gcc-jaguar-ii-cutting-plotter
* Green Cap - Sandblasted/reflective materials - http://www.signtechnologies.net/catalogue/84/8/cutters-and-plotters/blades/P-gcc-blade-green-cap-for-sandblastreflective-material
* Red Cap - Standard Vinyl - http://www.signtechnologies.net/catalogue/83/8/cutters-and-plotters/blades/P-gcc-blade-red-cap-for-standard-vinyl

These blades will be arriving shortly.

== Purchasing Materials ==

New Materials can be purchased locally through [http://www.raycosignsupply.com/vinyl-material Rayco] near Peterson and Pulaski, the plotter size is 24 inches. Generally you are on your own for materials; if you use the materials that are near the cutter, it is fair game, and it would be cool if you put some money in the nearby gray donation box or ask the area host how to contribute. Area hosts use donations to buy more materials and parts for machines. Suggested donation $1/square foot?
* Economy/Intermediary stock is for the majority of projects and has an expected life of 3 years
* High performance stock is intended for cars and boats and has an expected life of 7 years.

* Transfer tape: http://www.ebay.com/itm/6-APPLICATION-TRANSFER-Paper-TAPE-300-ft-roll-for-Vinyl-Cutter-PLOTTER-FRESH-/351496781486?hash=item51d6d73eae

== Recommended Authorizers ==

* Kevin Bradley
* Elizabeth Koprucki

== Authorized Users ==

{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Qualified Member
! Trained By
|-
|Donald Jacobson
|Donald Jacobson
|-
|-
|Bart dring
|Donald Jacobson
|-
|Ray Doeksen
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:davidfell|David Fell]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:dbever|Derek Bever]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:RogerMoore|Roger Moore]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:tom4writer|Tom Forajter]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:funk|Tyler Natoli]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Sloan Lavery
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Tyler Hsu
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Casey Olson
|Justin and Derek!
|-
|[[User:lgaboarder|Jeff McBride]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:Sparr|Clarence Risher]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:ironwill|Will Garza]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:emertonom|Nick Halderman]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:aaronmintz|Aaron Mintz]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Matt Makris
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Matt Meshulam
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Mark Cabael
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:amishhammer|Tom Judge]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:speedebikes|Todd Allen]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:lucas|Lucas Goossen]]
|[[User:amishhammer|Tom Judge]]
|-
|Sonia Yaco
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Alex Trimm
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Davis Mazariegos
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Knute Martell
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Ryan Neuman
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Scott Drane
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|James Huber
|Knute Martell
|-
|[[user:kuroishi|Doorman Dave]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Mike Mandrea
|Tom Judge
|-
|[[user:wessing|Erik Wessing]]
|[[user:justin|Justin Conroy]]
|-
|Michael Patton
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Burton Kent
|Tom Judge
[[Category:Shop Equipment]]
|-
|Niko Hawley
|Tom Judge
|-
|Tom Boeman
|Tom Judge
|-
|Will Alt
|Tom Judge
|-
|[[user:slingerland|Michael Slingerland]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:bobsabayesian|Bob Loos]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:mct|McTavish McArdle]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:esp|Simon Pyle]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Zachery Small
|Michael Patton

|-
|[[User:Leo|Leo]]
|Mohamed Dardiri
|-
|Amir Badri
|Leo Rodman

|-
|Jackson Ammenheuser
|Leo Rodman

|-
|[[skynaya|Sky Nova]]
|Leo Rodman

|-
|[[Mari Belmares]]
|Andrew Camardella

|-
|[[user:headlight|James Villalpando]]
|Andrew Camardella

|-
|[[user:headlight|Jeremy Shaw]]
|Leo Rodman

|-
|Ashley Borg
|Justin Conroy

|-
|Molly Adamski
|Jeremy Shaw

|-
|Mariano Muñoz
|Ashley Borg

|-
|Nathan Upchurch
|Andrew Camardella

|-
|Deanna Williams
|Brad Jimenez

HP DesignJet T520 Large Format Color Printer

2021-09-23T00:32:55Z

Brunobronosky:

{{mbox |type=warning |text=This tool is being proposed for removal in accordance with our [[Asset Removal Policy]]. [[https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/pumping-station-one/Ba60e2UYWFw Click this link for more information.]] }}

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==Status==
([[User:Lucas|Lucas]] ([[User talk:Lucas|talk]]) 01-12-2018) It refuses to print anything, even internal prints like status pages and configuration pages. Seems like same problem as this forum post:[https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Printers-Archive-Read-Only/Designjet-T520-24-quot-stalled-printing/m-p/5399475/highlight/true#M865598 HP Forum] I cleaned out lots of dust and actual chucks of wood from the printer head path, tho I don't thing that is related to the problem. The print head seems to travel freely when the printer starts up. I looked around online and found others with the same issue but no one with a fix. I called HP and they asked for the SN and they said "Whoa, thats an old printer." For me to even troubleshoot it with them would cost $20 and if it is anything other then user error, like the printer is actually broken, it is not serviceable. They pretty much wanted nothing to do with it. I think a firmware re-flash would be in order, but I cannot find the proper firmware for this revision. This is a revision A and all I could find is a revision B/C. - Lucas Goossen 01-12-2018

(ASJ 1-14-2018) Lazily cleaned encoder strip, updated firmware, did hard-reset. When initializing, there is an ink error. Carriage is working, but further testing required. If made OS, this is replacement part CQ890-67105.

==Notes==
Make sure that the printer is shutdown by pressing the power button by the touch screen, or the head won't move into the park position, and keep the heads clean.

Do not change print cartridges unless the printer prompts you to do so, and you have permission from the area host. For print quality issues see the troubleshooting section below.

This printer will not print without all the cartridges installed and containing some printable ink.

== Description ==

36" Wide format printer, non-archival.
"Big Printer"

People using the printer should provide a donation of:
* $1 per square foot for full coverage color prints (photos/art)
* $0.25 per square foot for partial coverage prints (text/blue prints/etc)

Some donated media may be provided by the area host, and may be found next to the printer. It is recommended that you provide your own media and that it should be designed for use in a HP designjet printer. Roll media can be up to 36" wide and must be on 2" core.

Example media:

* [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00000J3M5 Plain Paper]
* [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002F3G68 Semi-Gloss Photo Paper]
* [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002F3E9W Gloss Photo Paper]

= Getting Authorized =

Authorizations are [[Viral Authorizations|viral]] for this printer. Ask anyone who's already authorized to authorize you.

=Troubleshooting=
Some common issues that come up with this printer:

'''1. There are dark bands of ink in the image''' - This is most likely due to a misaligned print head and can be caused when the cartridges are replaced
*'''Solution: Align the print head''' - On the printer touch screen press the wrench icon (upper right) > Printer Maintenance > Align print head. A patterend page will print and the printer will sense deviations in the print pattern and adjust the head.

'''2. There are bands of white or partially colored areas''' - This is most likely due to the printer being left on for an extended period of time or the printer being turned off without being shutdown properly, by pressing the top power button.
*'''Solution: Clean the print head''' - On the printer touch screen press the wrench icon (upper right) > Printer Maintenance > Clean print head. A few gradient bars will print where banding will be visible. There are 3 stages of print head cleaning (the printer will prompt you to go through the stages) printing a page in each stage, that can unclog jets most of the time. If after the 3 stages jets are still clogged, talk to the area host; the print head may need to be serviced or replaced.

'''3. The print job isn't sending / I get errors on the printer touch screen''' - Symptoms vary
*'''Solution: Make sure you've selected the right driver and settings for your application''' - Using the HPGL driver for this printer is highly recommended, see driver installation notes below. Make sure that you're also setting the right paper size, paper type, and print quality. The printer does a bunch of checking automatically and gets pissy when what you're sending from the computer doesn't match what is set in the printer.

= Setting up the printer on your computer =

The Artastic computer is a good place to start to print from, but you may want to print from your own computer.

== The Good Way ==
'''This method is recommended - when printing make sure to select the driver ending with HPGL.'''

The best way to install the driver is go to [http://h20565.www2.hp.com/hpsc/swd/public/readIndex?sp4ts.oid=11176931&lang=en&cc=us HP's website] and install the driver meant for you operating system. Under the section "Driver - Product installation software" you should find a download called something to the effect of "HP Designjet T520 printer series HP-GL/2 and '''HP RTL Full Feature Solution Installer'''". This is a lengthier installation but gives you much greater control over print parameters, including selecting custom paper sizes. You have to create and save a custom paper size to get a particular paper dimension in the print dialog.

For Windows 10 driver go [http://www.hpprinterdriver.net/hp-designjet-t520-36-in-eprinter-driver/ here].

== The Fast Way ==
'''This driver seems to have compatibility issues and is not recommeded.'''

You can search for devices and install the device via your OS. The dialog that this displays is very clean any easy to use but is lacking in control, in particular specifying custom paper sizes. This particular print dialog only shows the page type and name, so you may want to go find out what [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paper_size the actual dimensions of each paper size] are to save a little time.

= Currently Authorized Users =

Authorizations are now [[Viral Authorizations|viral]] for this printer. The following people have been authorized:
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Certified Member
! Certified By
|-
|Tom Judge
|N/A
|-
|Ron Olson
|N/A
|-
|Jason Shanfield
|Tom Judge
|-
|Mike Mandrea
|Tom Judge
|-
|Simon Pyle
|Tom Judge
|-
|Mark Stevens
|Tom Judge
|-
|Niko Hawley
|Tom Judge
|-
|Tom Boeman
|Tom Judge
|-
|Casey Olson
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|[[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]]
|Tom Judge
|-
|[[User:shoelessone|Kevin Mitchell]]
|Tom Judge
|-
|[[User:bobsabayesian|Bob Loos]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Sam Paris
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:etesla|Erica Tesla]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:rdoeksen|Ray Doeksen]]
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|[[User:shockeyfunke|Shockey Funke]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:stepcut|Jeremy Shaw]]
|Leo Rodman
|-
|Erik Wessing
|Ash
|-

Authorizations

2021-09-23T00:31:15Z

Brunobronosky:

Most everything more dangerous than a soldering iron requires authorization before use. Some authorizations are regularly scheduled while others are scheduled on-demand. To schedule an on-demand authorization, members may post in the [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups=#!forum/pumping-station-one Google Groups], the relevant Slack channel, or contact a volunteer authorizer directly.

Contact information for all current volunteer authorizers can be found [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions here.]

==Woodshop==
The Woodshop Basic Authorization is a prerequisite for all other authorizations listed in this section. The Basic Authoirzation is a two-part process:

1) Complete the Canvas Course

2) Schedule an in-person authorization session

The in-person session is scheduled in Canvas on the Canvas Calendar.

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! scope="col" | Area
! scope="col" | Authorization
! scope="col" | Contact
! scope="col" | Schedule
|-
| Woodshop
| Basic Authorization
| Complete the Canvas Course
| [https://canvas.pumpingstationone.org/courses/40 Woodshop Authorization]
|-
| Woodshop
| Sweet 16 Wood Lathe
| Contact Donzell Gordon to set up a time
| [mailto:donzellphoto@gmail.com Donzell Gordon ]
|-
| Woodshop
| Delta Mortiser and Tenon Jig
| Contact Ralph Brendler to set up a time
| [mailto:rebrendler@gmail.com Ralph Brendler ]
|-
| Woodshop
| JDS Multi-Router
| Contact Ralph Brendler to set up a time
| [mailto:rebrendler@gmail.com Ralph Brendler ]
|-
| Woodshop
| Advanced Bandsaw: Resawing and Maintenance
| Contact Ralph Brendler to set up a time
| [mailto:rebrendler@gmail.com Ralph Brendler ]
|}

==Small Metals==
All small metals authorizations are by-request.
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! scope="col" | Area
! scope="col" | Authorization
! scope="col" | Contact
|-
| Small Metals
| Basic Authorization
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Small_Metals_Authorizer Small Metals Authorizers]
|-
| Small Metals
| Casting
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Small_Metals_Authorizer Small Metals Authorizers]
|-
| Small Metals
| Hydraulic Press
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Small_Metals_Authorizer Small Metals Authorizers]
|}

==Cold Metals==
All small metals authorizations are by-request.
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! scope="col" | Area
! scope="col" | Authorization
! scope="col" | Contact
|-
| Cold Metals
| [[Tier 1 Cold Metals Authorization | Basic Authorization: Tier 1]]
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Cold_Metals_Authorizers Cold Metals Authorizers]
|-
| Cold Metals
| Clausing Metal Lathe
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Cold_Metals_Authorizers Cold Metals Authorizers]
|-
| Cold Metals
| LeBlond Metal Lathe
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Cold_Metals_Authorizers Cold Metals Authorizers]
|-
| Cold Metals
| Bridgeport Knee Mill
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Cold_Metals_Authorizers Cold Metals Authorizers]
|-
| Cold Metals
| Grizzly Mini Metal Lathe
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Cold_Metals_Authorizers Cold Metals Authorizers]
|-
| Cold Metals
| Surface Grinder
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Cold_Metals_Authorizers Cold Metals Authorizers]
|-
| Cold Metals
| Baldor 510 Tool Grinder
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Cold_Metals_Authorizers Cold Metals Authorizers]
|}

==Hot Metals==
The Hot Metals general auth is a prerequisite for all other authorizations in this area, in addition to any listed prerequisites.
{| class="wikitable"
| '''Machine/Area Name'''
| '''How to Schedule Authorization'''
|-
| Hot Metals general auth
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#Hot_Metals_Authorizers Hot Metals Authorizers]
|-
| [[Big Blasting Cabinet]]
| Contact an Authorizer to set up a time
|-
| [[Belovac Vacuum Forming Machine]]
| [[Viral Authorizations]], Post request to Slack
|-
| Powder Coating
| Contact an Authorizer to set up a time
|-
| MIG Welder
| Auths available during office hours - check the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ Events Calendar]
|-
| TIG Welder
| Contact an authorizer to set up a time
|-
| [[CNC Plasma Cutter]]
| Regularly scheduled - check the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ Events Calendar]
|-
| Handheld Plasma Cutter
| Auths available during office hours - check the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ Events Calendar]
|-
| [[Blacksmithing_Area | Blacksmithing/Forges]]
| Auths available during office hours - check the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ Events Calendar]
|}

==CNC - Lasers==
{| class="wikitable"
| '''Machine/Area Name'''
| '''How to Schedule Authorization'''
|-
| [[Universal PLS6.150D 150W Laser Engraver]]
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Universal_PLS6.150D_150W_Laser_Engraver#Authorization:_How_to_Get_Authorized Contact Lasers Authorizers]
|-
| [[BOSS LS-3655 150w Laser Engraver]]
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/BOSS_LS-3655_150w_Laser_Engraver#Authorization Contact Lasers Authorizers]
|-
| [[Universal Maintenance | Universal Laser Maintenance]]
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Universal_PLS6.150D_150W_Laser_Engraver#Authorization:_How_to_Get_Authorized Contact Lasers Authorizers]
|-
| [[BOSS Maintenance | Boss Laser Maintenance]]
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/BOSS_LS-3655_150w_Laser_Engraver#Authorization Contact Lasers Authorizers]
|}

==CNC - 3D Printers==
{| class="wikitable"
| '''Machine/Area Name'''
| '''How to Schedule Authorization'''
|-
| [[Prusa_i3_3D_printer | Prusa i3 3D printer]]
| [https://canvas.pumpingstationone.org/courses/60#Auths are online only through canvas]
|-
| [[Creality_Ender_3_A_3D_Printer | Creality Ender 3 A 3D Printer]]
| [https://canvas.pumpingstationone.org/courses/60#Auths are online only through canvas]
|-
| [[Formlabs Form 3 SLA Printer | Form 3 SLA 3D printer]]
| Auths are 1:1 with Mike Thompson, check cnc@pumpingstationone.org or Slack @Mike Thompson
|}

==Industrial CNC==
{| class="wikitable"
| '''Machine/Area Name'''
| '''How to Schedule Authorization'''
| '''Prerequisites'''
| '''Authorizer(s)'''
|-
| [[ShapeOko2 CNC Router]]
| 2D and 3D Auths are scheduled 1:1
| None
| [[User:Newfatmike|Mike Thompson]]
|-
|-
| [[Shopbot PRS CNC router]]
| Regularly scheduled - check the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ Events Calendar]
| None
| David Earl
|-
| [[Tormach 1100 series CNC mill]]
| See the [https://canvas.pumpingstationone.org/courses/30 Canvas course] for authorization information
| Cold Metals general auth, Bridgeport auth
| [[User:Berky93|Alex Berkowitz]]
|}

==2D Printing==
{| class="wikitable"
| '''Machine/Area Name'''
| '''How to Schedule Authorization'''
|-
| [[Epson Stylus Pro 9800 | Epson Stylus Pro 9800 Large-format Printer]]
| [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions#2D_Printers Contact 2D Printing Area Host]
|-
| [[Vinyl Cutter]]
| [[Viral Authorizations]], Post request to Slack
|}

==Graphic Arts & Textiles==
{| class="wikitable"
| '''Machine/Area Name'''
| '''How to Schedule Authorization'''
|-
| [[Silhouette Cameo 3 Paper Cutter]]
|
|-
| [[Singer 20U Industrial Sewing Machine]]
|
|-
| [[Brother 230 knitting machine]]
|
|}

==Electronics==

The Electronics area currently has no available authorizations.

==Kitchen==

The Kitchen area currently has no available authorizations.

Authorization Policy Vote

2021-09-23T00:28:39Z

Brunobronosky:

== Sponsor ==

* Elizabeth Koprucki
* Ryan Pierce

== History ==

* 2015-02-12 - Vote announced on the mailing list.
* 2015-02-24 - Language locked in.
* 2015-03-03 - Vote of the membership. Failed due to lack of quorum.
* 2015-03-10 - Vote of the membership. Passed.

== Background ==

PS: One enacted a policy in 2009 requiring certification to use certain tools. This policy had a number of faults that became apparent and which were addressed by ad hoc policies and/or selective enforcement. This vote proposal rewrites the old certification policy such that it matches current practice.

=== Certification vs. Authorization ===

The term "certification" is a misnomer with respect to PS:One. "Certification" implies completion of a formal course of study and conveys a certain expectation of skill. Generally speaking, "certification" at PS:One only requires a basic understanding of the tool, and to be "certified" one must demonstrate safe and proper use, but not necessarily skilled use. The term "authorization" more accurately reflects the current practice at PS:One. An "authorized" user is permitted to use the tool, but this does not convey an expectation of skill.

=== Who determines whether a tool requires authorization? ===

Someone has to make the call regarding whether a tool requires authorization. The existing policy is silent on this issue. Technically, any member could skirt the policy by invoking JFDI and re-labelling the tool. Granting the power to the Board and any Area Host responsible for the tool seems like the best logical choice. The Board is elected by the membership, and Area Hosts are appointed by the Board, so presumably they will have the best interests of the space in mind and exercise good judgment.

Some tools in the space are member-owned. It is expected that the Area Hosts probably will defer to those members regarding authorization policies. But if a member brings in a chainsaw and says anyone can use it without authorization, the Area Host should be able to intervene. If the tool owner and the Area Host can't see eye to eye, then the member probably should take the tool home.

=== Complex Tool Authorization ===

The original model where any person can authorize any other person (so-called "[[Viral Authorizations]]") works for simple tools, but it tends to fall apart for more complex tools. Important information can get lost as authorizations spread from person to person. Area Hosts and persons experienced and active in the area have, in many cases, worked to develop standardized curricula or checklists for authorization. To this end, a number of tools (Bridgeport mill, Clausing lathe, SEM, TIG welder, knitting machines, etc.) limit the number of people who are capable of authorizing. In some cases, the Area Hosts have established prerequisite authorizations for tools. E.g. the Bridgeport mill and Clausing lathe require the "Tier 1" cold metal authorization; this guarantees mill or lathe users know how to use non-precision tools like the band saws necessary to shape metal prior to precision milling or turning, and it also introduces the user to safety information and metal cutting theory.

Some tools have limitations on function or materials. The SEM user authorization doesn't include use of the EDX detector. ShopBot users generally are not authorized to cut aluminum, and only a small pilot group is doing this until we can develop safe procedures.

Additionally, certifications never expired. A person certified two years ago on a machine who never used it since may have forgotten much of the material from the certification. Although not implemented, having currency and re-authorization requirements (e.g. your authorization expires if you haven't used the tool for 6 months) may make sense for certain tools.

These requirements enhance the authorization process, but they could not be enforced under the existing Certification Policy. The proposed Authorization Policy explicitly allows them.

=== Revoking Authorization ===

The existing policy allows for revoking authorizations, but it doesn't say who has the authority to do so. And it doesn't seem to allow revoking any authorization except for limited, specific reasons. This policy clarifies the statement. It also extends the power to revoke authorization for any reason.

Ultimately, the Area Hosts and the Board have a responsibility to ensure the safety of the membership and the tools, and while it is expected that they would revoke authorizations judiciously, their hands should not be tied unnecessarily in situations where the safety of the membership and the tools might be jeopardized.

Additionally, in certain infrequent cases, Area Hosts or tool owners have needed to revoke all authorizations on a tool because of damage caused to tools that couldn't be attributed to any single user but seemed to be tied to improper instruction. This change gives Area Hosts and the Board the explicit ability to do so, after which they can re-authorize people and attempt to correct the deficiencies in past instruction. It is expected that Area Hosts and the Board would use this power sparingly.

Tool owners should talk to an Area Host should they feel the need to take action against anyone's authorization to use their tools. Tool owners also have the option of removing the tool from the space or taking it out of service.

=== Paid Members ===

The current policy limits certification to paid members. People using Member Points or other awards (e.g. Area Hosts) might not be paying money to PS:One. This policy replaces the term with "current" members.

=== Exceptions for Classes, Events, Setup, Repair, etc. ===

Previously, we have selectively ignored the certification policy in a number of cases. The inventor of the ShapeOko, whose company donated one to PS:One, worked with us to set it up. It would be ridiculous to enforce the policy against him, even though he isn't a member and he isn't authorized to use the tool. We received some on-site instruction on our scanning electron microscope from the donating company's microscopist. Likewise, enforcing it would be ridiculous, considering that she used that very same machine professionally for almost two decades. Technically, we couldn't accept on-site warranty repair of any of our tools that require authorization without first mandating that the company's service technician pay for membership, have his or her ID checked by two Board members, and then we would have to authorize that person on the tool.

This policy carves out exceptions for certain activities that would be in the best interest of the space, like facilitating classes or servicing a tool.

Q: How do we know that the person in question is qualified or safe? How do we know that they really are an expert?

A: The Area Hosts or the Board make a judgment call. Presumably, they would not grant an exception to someone they feel would be a risk. The Area Hosts and the Board are ultimately accountable to the membership, so it would not be in their best interest to do so.

Q: Doesn't this inappropriately extend free membership benefits?

A: No. This isn't a back door to provide membership to people without paying. An Area Host could allow a non-member master blacksmith to teach a class using our forge and anvil, but that provides benefit to the space. The exception granted here is limited to a specific purpose. The Area Host could not permit the blacksmith to come back the following weekend and use the forge and anvil to turn out work for his or her clients. The blacksmith must become a member to do that.

=== Exceptions for the Danger Committee ===

The existing policy has a chicken and egg problem in that only certified members can certify other members, but nobody is certified to certify the initial certifiers. Had we followed the policy, the ShopBot would still be sitting in a crate because nobody was certified to start using it. To that end, common practice was to form an ad hoc "Danger Committee" who would self-certify on the tool, become acquainted with it, and then certify other members. This proposed policy allows the Area Hosts and the Board to designate anyone they choose, including themselves, as authorized, which allows them to appoint the initial danger committee for any new tool.

== Language ==

The following policy will be revoked:

<blockquote>
=== Certification ===

All machine tools (and other delicate equipment) have a list of names attached. [Editor's note: as of 2013 these lists are typically maintained in the wiki.] These people have been certified and are the only people allowed to use the respective tool.

a. If you want to use this equipment, ask one of the people on the list to teach you and add you to the list.

b. If you operate unsafely, negligently, or if you otherwise demonstrate poor or improper tool use, you and your certifier
may lose access to the tool.

c. If you find someone demonstrating lack of knowledge in the use of a tool, stop them, instruct them in proper use, and
report the incident to their certifier for follow-up and additional instruction.

d. Only current paid PS:One members may be certified on a tool.

''This certification policy was adopted by a [[meeting Notes 2009-05-26|vote of the membership on May 26, 2009]].''

</blockquote>

It will be replaced by the following policy:

<blockquote>
=== Authorization Policy ===

a. The Board of Directors or an Area Host responsible for a tool may determine whether or not a tool requires authorization to use. Tools requiring authorization must have a label indicating this, and this must be indicated in the wiki or some other means.

b. Tools requiring authorization will have a list of authorized users. These are the only people allowed to use the respective tool. This list may be stored on the wiki, an LDAP/Active Directory group, or some other means as determined by the Board of Directors or an Area Host responsible for the tool.

c. By default, any person authorized to use a tool may provide instruction to other members and authorize them to use the tool.

d. The Board of Directors or an Area Host responsible for the tool may designate additional requirements to become authorized or to remain authorized to use the tool. These may include but are not limited to:

* Limitations on who is permitted to authorize other users.
* Prerequisite authorizations a user must first obtain.
* Currency or re-authorization requirements (e.g. an authorization expires if the member has not used the tool in 6 months.)
* Limitations on permitted functions or work materials (e.g. a level 1 authorization allows machining aluminum, a level 2 authorization with additional requirements is required to machine steel.)

These additional requirements must be communicated to the membership via the wiki or some other means and may be modified by the Board of Directors or an Area Host responsible for the tool at any time.

e. If you operate a tool unsafely, negligently, or if you otherwise demonstrate poor or improper tool use, you and your authorizer may lose access to the tool.

f. The Board of Directors or an Area Host responsible for a tool may revoke a user's authorization to use the tool(s), and/or may ban a user from becoming authorized on the tool(s), for any reason. The Board of Directors or an Area Host responsible for a tool may also re-instate authorization and lift such a ban.

g. If you find someone demonstrating lack of knowledge in the use of a tool, stop them, instruct them in proper use, and report the incident to their authorizer and an Area Host responsible for the tool for follow-up and additional instruction.

h. Only current Pumping Station: One members may become authorized to use tools requiring authorization.

i. The Board of Directors or an Area Host responsible for specific tool(s) may grant exceptions to allow non-members to use specific tool(s) requiring authorization for one or more of the following purposes:

* Classes, instruction, workshops, demos, or events that provide benefit to Pumping Station: One and its members.
* Installing, enhancing, repairing, troubleshooting, or maintaining the tool.

Non-member use of the tool(s) must be limited to the designated purpose or purposes of the exception.

j. The Board of Directors or an Area Host responsible for a tool may designate any member as authorized to use a tool.
</blockquote>

[[Category:Votes]]
[[Category:2015 Votes]]

Scroll saw --Ryobi

2021-09-23T00:23:39Z

Brunobronosky:

{{Template:EquipmentPage
|owner = PS:One
|model = Ryobi SC162 VS
|serial = 0448020045
|arrived = 2018 dec
|doesitwork =yes
|contact = Dan Meyer
|where = Wood Shop
|certification = viral
|hackable = no
|value = $100
|hostarea = Wood Shop
|image = ryobi still.jpg
}}

'''
== ==

This tool is authorized [[Viral_Authorizations|virally]]. Please make a request on Slack to see when an Authorized member is available and coordinate an authorization.

== Documentation ==

* [http://www.managemylife.com/mmh/lis_pdf/OWNM/L0808290.pdf Owner's manual]

== List of Currently Certified Users ==
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Qualified Member Keon Turner
! Trained By Ron Olson
|-
|Adam Flynn
|Danger Committee
|-
|Julie Moffitt
|Danger Committee
|-
|Sacha De'Angeli
|Danger Committee
|-
|Eric Michaud
|Danger Committee
|-
|Dan Davis Bodeiaver?
|Danger Committee
|-
|Tim Saylor
|Danger Committee
|-
|Zane Bowers
|Danger Committee
|-
|Teddie Goldenberg
|Seth D. Slis?
|-
|Nicolle Nevlist
|Seth D. Slis?
|-
|Jeff Kantarek
|Eric Michaud
|-
|Chris Luiz
|Eric Michaud
|-
|Avner Shanan
|Chris Luiz
|-
|David Mole
|Tim Saylor
|-
|Sarah Sutherlin
|Jeff Kantarek
|-
|Jeannette Thraen
|Sarah Sutherlin
|-
|Jasna Delic
|Sarah Sutherlin
|-
|Nathan Witt
|?
|-
|Tom Ketola
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Geoffrey Topham
|Nathan Witt
|-
|John Stoner
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Ryan Lanham
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Brian Cordanvier
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Jim Burke
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Anne Petersen
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Cory Knapp
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Joshua Rothhaas
|Shawn Blaszak
|-
|Jay Hopkins
|Shawn Blaszak
|-
|Jordan Bunker
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Constomtin Gowileson?
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Alek Shnayder
|Nathan Witt
|-
|John Dorfman
|Nathan Witt
|-
|Jakub Klimuszko
|Sacha De'Angeli
|-
|Adrianna McKinley
|?
|-
|Nathan Witt
|Adrianna McKinley
|-
|Bryer Le?
|Eric Michaud
|-
|Matt Bran
|Shawn Blaszak
|-
|Nick Ferrari
|Tim Saylor
|-
|Chris Fanning
|Shawn Blaszak
|-
|Mike Warot
|Adrianna McKinley
|-
|Gabriel Rosenhouse
|Adrianna McKinley
|-
|Malerie Kaplan
|Tim Saylor
|-
|Tucker Tomlinson
|Shawn Blaszak
|-
|Joseph Prosninitz
|Adrianna McKinley
|-
|Steve Farkas
|Adrianna McKinley
|-
|Ryan Pierce
|Adrianna McKinley
|-
|Michael Reddy
|Tim Saylor
|-
|Matt Triano
|Tim Saylor
|-
|Derek Bever
|Tim Saylor
|-
|Dan Willmott
|Tim Saylor
|-
|Tyler DeAngelo
|Tim Saylor
|-
|Michael Skilton
|Tim Saylor
|-
|Kathy Whisler
|Adrianna McKinley
|-
|Janet Dornhoff
|Matt Triano
|-
|Hilary Lee
|Matt Triano
|-
|Will Rante
|Matt Triano
|-
|Henry Behel
|Matt Triano
|-
|Alan Livshin
|Matt Triano
|-
|Michelle Garcia
|Matt Triano
|-
|Daylan Dufelmeier
|Matt Triano
|-
|Michael Maloney
|Matt Triano
|-
|Ian Cochran
|Matt Triano
|-
|Bryan Gleason
|Matt Triano
|-
|Sloan Lavery
|Matt Triano
|-
|Trey Keifer
|Matt Triano
|-
|Juan Robles
|Matt Triano
|-
|Simon Cygielski
|Matt Triano
|-
|Tom Forajter
|Matt Triano
|-
|Robert Grossman
|Matt Triano
|-
|Lucas Morris
|Matt Triano
|-
|Sergio Preston
|Matt Triano
|-
|Casey Olson
|Matt Triano
|-
|David Fell
|Ron Olson
|-
|Dubi Kaufmann
|Ron Olson
|-
|Patrick Grider
|Ron Olson
|-
|John Farmer
|Ron Olson
|-
|Sam Paris
|Ron Olson
|-
|Frances Ritchie
|Ron Olson
|-
|Ben Kern
|Ron Olson
|-
|Eric Yu
|Ron Olson
|-
|Karol Slowikowski
|Ron Olson
|-
|Chris Smith
|Ron Olson
|-
|Benjamin Miller
|Ron Olson
|-
|Laurel Garrett
|Matt Triano
|-
|Rei Kevin
|Matt Triano
|-
|Aji Slater
|Matt Triano
|-
|John Beyer
|Matt Triano
|-
|Brad Topol
|Matt Triano
|-
|-
|Shae Kurko
|Matt Triano
|-
|Hunter Koerner
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|Kurt Ziegel
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|Simon Pyle
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|Connor Jansen
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|Ananda Stevens
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|Erik Wessing
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|Mark Stevens
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|Sam Paris
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|Anthony Phelps
|Eric Beauchamp
|8/27/2015
|-
|Kyle Bieneman
|Eric Beauchamp
|8/27/2015
|-
|Jim Baker
|Eric Beauchamp
|8/27/2015
|-
|Marcin Ignasiak
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|-
|Niko Hawley
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|Kevin Mitchell
|Eric Beauchamp
|-
|-Caleb Young
|-Eric Beauchamp
|-
|[[User:themoffatt|Adam Moffatt]]
|Eric Beauchamp
|10/22/2015
|-
|Glenn Trussell
|Eric Beauchamp
|11/05/2015
|-
|Aaron Carlock
|Eric Beauchamp
|11/19/2015
|-
|Patrick Lynch
|Eric Beauchamp
|11/19/2015
|-
|Mike Forkan
|Eric Beauchamp
|11/19/2015
|-
|Alvaro Caceres
|Eric Beauchamp
|12/03/2015
|-
|Kevin Schwartzenberg
|Eric Beauchamp
|12/03/2015
|-
|Kelly Steensma
|Eric Beauchamp
|11/19/2015
|-
|Dan (Mike) Arwine
|Eric Beauchamp
|11/19/2015
|-
|Erik Funkhouser
|Ron Olson
|11/01/2015
|-
|Andrew Dalesandro
|Eric Beauchamp
|1/14/16
|-
|Saul Weiner
|Eric Beauchamp
|1/14/16
|-
|Brandon Love
|Eric Beauchamp
|1/28/16
|-
|Christopher Carson
|Eric Beauchamp
|2/25/16
|-
|Jared K
|Andy L
|3/03/16
|-
|Keith Couture
|Eric Beauchamp
|3/10/16
|-
|Nick Puglisi
|Eric Beauchamp
|4/21/16
|-
|Joseph Juhnke
|Eric Beauchamp
|6/20/16
|-
|Donald Wells
|Andy Larkin
|8/4/16
|-
|[[User:mct|McTavish McArdle]]
|Andy Larkin
|2016-08-04
|-
|Ashley Borg
|Andy Larkin
|4/3/17
|-
|Sam Chen
|Andy Larkin
|-
|Abel Greenwald
|Andy Larkin
|-
|Luis Colmenares
|Ralph
|-
| [[User:Andrewvaughan|Andrew Vaughan]]
| Andy Larkin
| 2017-04-25
|-
|Jim Handley
|Ralph Brendler
|5/13/17
|-
|Zack Sasnow
|Paul Van Lake
|8/3/17
|-
|James Marco
|Ralph Brendler
|10/5/17
|-
|Karl Healy
|Ralph Brendler
|11/2/17
|--
|[[User:frenchy|Jeremie Davis]]
|Ralph Brendler
|11/16/17
|-
|[[User:wittnl|Nathan Witt]]
|Ralph Brendler
|11/30/2017
|-
|Corey Toyama
|Ralph Brendler
|11/30/2017
|-
|Wally Ibrahim
|Ralph Brendler
|11/30/17
|-
|Ross Hanchett
|Ralph Brendler
|12/14/17
|-
|Michael Donovan
|Ralph Brendler
|12/14/17
|-
|Aaron Vander Bee
|Ralph Brandler
|1/11/18
|-
|Ben Farmer
|Ralph Brendler
|1/11/18
|-
|Bradford Smith
|Ralph Brendler
|1/11/18
|-
|Bryan Pennington
|Ralph Brendler
|1/25/18
|-
|Dan Mach
|Ralph Brendler
|3/8/18
|-
|Bruce Mace
|Ralph Brendler
|3/8/18
|-
|Ricardo Staudt
|Ralph Brendler
|3/8/18
|-
|Bill Schroeder
|Ralph Brendler
|4/5/18
|-
| Aaron Hale
| Ralph Brendler
| 7/26/18
|-
|Jim Lund
|Paul Van Lake
|12/7/18
|-}

[[Category:Shop Equipment]]
[[Category:Fabrication]]
[[Category:Wood Shop]]

Belovac Vacuum Forming Machine

2021-09-23T00:20:06Z

Brunobronosky:

{{Template:EquipmentPage
|owner = PS:One
|hostarea = Hot Metals
|certification = yes
|hackable = no
|model = Belovac BV E-Class
|serial =
|arrived = 2018
|where = Hot Metals
|doesitwork = yes
|contact = [[User:Rtystgeeke]]
|value = tbd
|image = Belovac_Vacuum_Former_Main.jpg|300px
}}

== Overview ==

This vacuum forming machine has been donated by SAIC and is currently installed in Hot Metals area. A Danger Committee was formed and the machine is ready for member use pending authorization.

=== How to Get Authorized ===

'''Authorization for this machine is on demand and [[Viral_Authorizations|viral]]'''. Please make a request on Slack to see when an Authorized member is available and coordinate an authorization.

Please review the information on this page, in particular the Safety section before meeting.

Please bring your own materials, as there is no guarantee there will be any available. A few sheets of thin 12in x 12in ABS/HIPS would be ideal.

=== Current Status ===

This machine is working but requires maintenance and improvements (see list below).

== Vacuum Forming Process ==

'''Vacuum Forming''', is a type of '''Thermoforming''',which is the process of heating a plastic sheet and stretching it over a mold. As the plastic cools, it hardens, permanently retaining that shape.

This device can handle any thermoformable plastic up to 3/8" thick.

Depending on which platen/frame that is used, the machine can accept 3 sizes of plastic sheets. 12inx12in, 24inx24in and 24inx48in. The usable area in those sheets after being secured in the frames being 9.25inx9.25in, 21inx21in, or 21.5inx45.5in.

The "buck," mould or form, may be any sturdy shape that can tolerate a bit of heat. Wood, MDF, metal, and polyester resin work well.
Avoid shapes with hollows underneath because they have a tendency to collapse. Shapes with undercuts, or shapes taller than they are wide, will be very difficult to remove from the formed plastic. Paint, shellac, or epoxy resin can cause the hot plastic to stick.

The oven must be used only for vacuum forming. Please do not attempt to use this machine to dry materials or anything other than its intended purpose.

Other related tools/skills:
* ShopBot Auth - to create molds out of MDF with the CNC.
* Woodshop Auth
** [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Rockwell_14_inch_bandsaw Band saw] - To cut flashing (excess material) from thick finished parts with Vertical Band saw.
** [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Porter_Cable_Panel_Saw Panel Saw] - to cut sheets of plastic to correct frame size.
* 3D Printer Auth
** to create mold to cast plaster buck

===Usage Steps===
The process consists essentially of inserting a thermoplastic sheet in a cold state into the clamp area, heating it to the desired temperature with the heating elements, and then raising the buck/form/mould from below. The trapped air is evacuated with the assistance of a vacuum system. Once cooled, the platform is lowered to release the formed plastic part from the buck/form/mould.

The following instructions are an initial release of how to run the machine.

Please review '''Safety''' section below the Instructions.

Please provide feedback or feel free to make edits.

{| class="wikitable" border="2"
! Steps
! Diagram/Picture
|-
|
''' Power On Procedure '''
# Turn on Wall Power
Note: Check that plug below panel is connected. It may be disconnected.
|[[File:Bvf main power.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Turn on Machine Power
|[[File:Bvf machine power.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Push bar forward to close frame clamps and secure overall frame.
Note: Do not use as handle when pushing/pulling frame into position.
|[[File:Bvf_frame_clamps.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
* Select desired Valve configuration on bed/platen/platform.
# Both Valves closed for 12inx12in frame
# Left Valve Closed and Right Valve Open for 24inx24in frame
# Both Valves Open for 24inx48in frame
|[[File:Bvf_platform_valves.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Connect Pneumatic Hose. This allows one to raise/lower the platform.
Note: It can be borrowed from the CNC Plasma Cutter, if not in use.

Note: The main valve with yellow handle, behind the CNC Plasma cutter, above the large tank, may be closed if there is no air.
|
[[File:Bvf_pnuematic_hose_01.jpg|300px]]
[[File:Bvf_pnuematic_hose_02.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Secure Buck/Form/Mould to Vacuum table. If it is heavy enough and does not stick, it may not need to be secured.
Note: it is recommended to have the mold be a bit taller than desired part, to allow space for cut separation.
# Check seals around material and mold.
Note: If material is not thick enough, it may slip out of the frame.
# Raise part way to make certain mold lines up with frame.
Note: It is a 3 position pneumatic valve. Up position raises platform. Center position, holds platform at current position. Down position, lowers platform.
|-
|
# Insert sheet of material into Frame.
|[[File:Bvf_frame_open_small.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Close the frame latch to the secure the material.
|[[File:Bvf_frame_latch_small.jpg|310px]]
|-
|
# Select Number of Heating Elements to turn on.
Note: currently only using middle/center
|[[File:Bvf_heater_select.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Select '''On''' Percentage Duty Cycle (0%-100%) for Heating Elements. It is on a 15 second timer.
Note: This controls the cycle time of the heating elements being On (at dial), then Off (top of timer).
|[[File:Bvf_heat_duty_cycle.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Turn on Heating Element
Note: You will see the Timer begin to rotate counter clockwise and audibly hear the contactors/relays energize.
|[[File:Bvf control panel.jpeg|300px]]
|-
|
# Move material frame into heater by pushing on front of slide.
Note: do not use frame clamp bar as handle.
|[[File:Bvf_heat_1.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Close Vacuum Valve (facing valve, rotate clockwise, with handle position pointing to the left at final position.)
# Turn on pump, to begin to build vacuum.
|
[[File:Bvf_vacuum_valve.jpg|300px]]
[[File:Bvf control panel.jpeg|300px]]
|-
|
# Visually check if heating element is on and if material is warming
Note: The heating elements will visibly glow red.
# Visually check if material is sagging and ready.
Note: It will visibly sag and look like a dome.
|
[[File:Bvf heat 1.jpg|300px]]
[[File:Bvf heat 2.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Pull Material frame forward (towards front/away from heaters) completely forward until it stops.
Note: Do not pull on frame clamp bar. It will open all 3 clamps if pulled on.
# Inspect Plastic is ready (sufficiently heated/soft).
|[[File:Bvf_frame_forward.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Make certain area is clear before raising bed/platen/platform.
# push lever up to raise vacuum bed/platen/platform.
|
[[File:Bvf_platform.jpg|300px]]
[[File:Bvf_platform_lever.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Open Vacuum Valve (rotate counter clockwise, with handle position pointing down at final position).
# You should see the plastic part quickly take the shape of the mold.
# Monitor pull of material over mold.
|
[[File:Bvf_vacuum_valve.jpg|300px]]
[[File:Bvf_vacuum_pull.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
# Close Vacuum Valve to Turn off Vacuum, when part is ready.
# Allow part sufficient time to cool, before separation. This time frame is dependent on the thickness of your material.
# Push bed/platen/platform lever down to lower platform and pull mold away from formed part.
|
[[File:Bvf_vacuum_valve.jpg|300px]]
[[File:Bvf_platform_lever.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
'''Shutdown Procedure'''
# On Control panel, Turn Heater switch to Off position.
# On Control panel, Turn Vacuum switch to Off position.
# Open Vacuum Valve (rotate counter clockwise, with handle pointing down), to release any remaining vacuum in the tank.
# Push platform lever down, to release air pressure from pneumatic hose. (Hose will momentarily whip around at next step if air is not released)
# Disconnect pneumatic hose. Return to CNC Plasma Cutter.
# Turn off machine power.
# Turn off Main Wall power.
# Make certain material frames are closed and not left open. (where they can snap shut accidentally)
|
[[File:Bvf machine power.jpg|300px]]
[[File:Bvf main power.jpg|300px]]
|-
|
'''Cleanup Procedure'''
# Cleanup any unused material or scrap.
# Throw away failed part pulls in dumpster. '''Do not leave in Hot Metals area.'''
|}

==Safety==

The Vacuum Former has an oven surface for heating and softening the plastic. It is made of multiple panels (total 6) infrared radiant heating elements, draws a total 80,000 watts (top and bottom), and reaches full operating temperature depending on Active heating time set on the timer.

The most likely source of problems would be for someone to leave the plastic under the heater for way too long and set it on fire. To help avoid this error, we are only using the center top panel for heating. '''Warning:''' Ignoring safety protocol is cause for revoking authorization.

Fumes from most plastics are not expected to be significant when the machine is used properly (''i.e.,'' nothing is on fire). If fumes do turn out to be a concern, the machine can be retrofitted with a fume hood. Then connected to the existing exhaust duct for the Forge. To improve air quality, turn on the forge exhaust and open the front door by the plasma cutter computer.

===Warnings===
{| class="wikitable" border="2"
! Danger/Warning
! Description
! Mitigation
|-
|[[File:Hot sm.png|150px]]
|'''HOT SURFACE''' - Metal Frame holding material and handles will be hot.
|'''Wear Gloves''' during operation
|-
|[[File:Fire sm.png|150px]]
|'''FIRE''' - Material may catch fire while heater is left on.
|'''DO NOT Leave Unattended'''
|-
|[[File:Crush sm.png|150px]]
|'''CRUSHING''' - Make certain there is nothing obstructing the platform, before pulling the pneumatic lever raising the mold to frame. Make certain steel material frames are not left open. They can fall forward, quickly snapping shut.
|'''Clear All Obstructions'''
|-
|[[File:Shock sm.png|150px]]
|'''ELECTRIC SHOCK''' - High Voltage machinery (3 Phase Power) required to run motors and heating elements. Visually check that power cabling is secure, grounded and undamaged before operating and touching metal enclosure.
|'''Check Cabling'''
|}

==Machine Information==

Company page: http://www.belovac.com/manual_deep_draw.html

===Training Resources===
* [http://www.bpf.co.uk/plastipedia/processes/vacuum_forming.aspx Overview of Process]

=== Videos ===
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVvMgkn8st8 About Vacuum Forming Process]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r94oDj7CMRw Makerbot Post Processing: Vacuum Forming]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bD10sMJJbf8 Overview of newer model]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTFnsG814Pc Custom Vacuum Box creation]

==Materials==

NOTE: Materials are not provided. Member must bring their own materials for use with this machine. Please consult material selection guide to select appropriate plastic sheets for thermoforming.

Example Materials for use with the machine below:

===Materials for Buck/Form===
These are an example of some materials that can be used for molding. The material needs to be heat resistant. It should also have a flat base for stability on the platform.

* [https://www.amazon.com/SELECTION-5lb-Plaster-of-Paris/dp/B077MD57S3/ Plaster of Paris]
* [https://www.alumilite.com/store/p/1055-Vac-Master-50.aspx Vac-Master Resin with Aluminum]
* MDF Form ( Shaped by Shopbot CNC or purchased pre-shaped )
* Aluminum/Steel Part

===Materials for Forming===
Information on safe thermo-formable materials in sheets.

Material Selection Guide - https://www.toolcraft.co.uk/vacuum-forming/advice/vacuum-forming-help-material-selection-guide.htm

'''Incomplete List'''
* High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)
** [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017S4BEIM/ Example 12inx12in HIPS sheets]
* Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
** [https://www.amazon.com/ABS-Plastic-Sheet-Thick-Thickness/dp/B004WP24XU/ Example 12inx12in ABS sheets]

'''Plastics Distributors''' taken from [http://www.tk560.com/vactable4.html tk560.com]

Order full sheets 4'x8' and cut to desired size with panel saw.
*[http://www.professionalplastics.com/cgi-bin/pp.pl?pgm=co_disp&func=displ&strfnbr=3&prrfnbr=85378&sesent=0,0 ProfessionalPlastics.com]
*[http://www.indplastic.com/index.cfm?id=138046&fuseaction=browse&pageid=142 IndPlastic.com]
*[http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/default.asp USPlastic.com]

== Tips & tricks ==

=== Creating an appropriate Buck/Mold ===
* Part should have a flat base
* No overhangs
* Pay attention to draft angles

=== Trimming Part ===
* Depending on the thickness of the material, a band saw or box cuter can be used to trim excess flashing from the final part.

=== Troubleshooting ===

How long does it take to heat the plastic sheet?
* This depends on which material and thickness is specified.

How do I know when the plastic is ready to form?
* Generally speaking it is necessary with any new material to establish the correct heating cycle. Plastic is ready to form when it becomes soft and pliable especially nearer to the clamping frame. This is known as glass transition temperature (Tg). Once you have established the time you can set the heater timer for accurate and repeated heating cycles.

Why is the plastic webbing on the mold?
* Material is too hot.
* Insufficient vacuum.
* Excess of material. Use reducing windows.
* Poor mold design.

Why can't I achieve good definition on the finished part?
* Material too cold
* Mold too cold.
* Insufficient vacuum.
* Insufficient vacuum holes in the mold

Why Is the plastic thinning over the mold when formed?
* Sheet cooled whilst forming.
* Mold design with insufficient draft angles.
* Too thin plastic gauge.
* Pre-stretch required.
* Plug assist required.

Why does the plastic bubble and pit when heated?
* Material is Hygroscopic which needs to be pre-dried prior to forming.
* Overheating.
* Mold or plastic sheet too dusty

Why does the plastic stick to the mould when I try to release?
* Mold not fixed on baseboard.
* Insufficient draft.
* Mold undercuts.

== Maintenance and Repairs ==
* Get Running - ''DONE''
* Add equipment sticker to machine for wiki info
* Fix platen/frame rubber seals
* Build basic test mold for demos and training. (PS1 Logo or Mask)
* Move vacuum gauge to before the valve, to measures the vacuum the pump is pulling (right now it's after the valve, so doesn't read anything useful)
* Install Additional/Larger Vacuum Tank to the system for more capacity
* More powerful Vacuum Pump
* Temperature Monitoring
* Mount Control Panel Box to machine ''DONE''
* Put on locking casters, or more permanent blocks/skid (machine is very heavy)
* make the platen stationary and the heater roll (complicated)
* Reduce the footprint of the machine (complicated)

== Authorizers ==
{| class="wikitable" border="2"
! Member
! Authorization Times
|-
|Andrew Camardella
|By Request
|}

=== How to Become an Authorizer ===
Get an ok from the area host. Successfully run an authorization supervised by an authorizer.

How Do I Get Authorized?

2021-09-23T00:05:21Z

Brunobronosky:

Most of the equipment at PS1 requires authorization before you can use it. Look at the [[equipment label]] on the thing, to see if it requires authorization or not. Authorization will acquaint you with basic operational and safety procedures, but doesn't generally include extensive instruction on how to best use each piece of equipment. For that, you have several options, including online sources, classes at one of the several Chicagoland organizations that offer them, or a knowledgeable member.

You are responsible for becoming properly authorized, and access to most equipment is mostly via the honor system (the main exceptions being the computer-controlled tools, e.g. the [[Shopbot PRS CNC router|ShopBot]] or the [[Epilog 30w Mini 24 Laser Engraver|Epilog]], which require that your authorization be recorded on the member site in order to log in to the computer). Negligent or improper use of a piece of equipment can result in loss of access. See the [[Authorization Policy]] for details.

Authorization requirements can be '''found on the wiki page for most pieces of equipment.''' Tools should have an [Template:EquipmentPage|equipment label] https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Equipment_Label_Example on it that lists the appropriate wiki page URL.

Regularly scheduled authorizations MIGHT be listed on the PS1 [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ calendar] for certain things (again, look at the thing's wiki page to see if that might be the case). Other authorizations are done in a few different ways. [[Viral Authorizations|Viral-type authorizations]] only need you to find a willing already-authorized member to show you the ropes and sign off on your authorization. Some are handled by an area's volunteer authorizer or a short list of trainers or proctors. Check the specific tool/equipment wiki page. You can try to contact the volunteer authorizer directly, or sometimes the protocol is to post a request on the PS1 mailing list. For further details about the process, visit [[Authorization: An Overview for New Members]]

There is a move afoot to transfer some of the burden for authorization and safety awareness for tools and equipment to an LMS (Learning Management System) called. [[Canvas]]. [[Canvas]] will not encompass all tools, or all aspects of tools, but will probably be adopted for gauging interest in tool authorization, because you'll be able to review safety and pre-authorization requirements online, which is then visible to authorizers, as well as for preliminary pre-authorization 'homework' you can do on your own time, or for simple and not-very-dangerous things, you might be able to meet all the authorization requirements online. [[Canvas]] is not ready for use just yet (as of January 2018) but there is an active group of members working on it, and there is a live instance of it running as a PS1 subdomain; meaning that it is addressable at canvas.pumpingstationone.org See the [[Canvas]] page here on the wiki for a little more information. Why tell you about Canvas if it isn't running yet? So you can volunteer to help make it happen!

See also a list of [[Broken Authorization|authorization processes]] that currently require improvement.

Any tool that has an equipment label has a URL, right on the label, showing you where to look to learn all about that tool including the authorization process and requirements.

For ANY tool, the authoritative process for it's authorization, such as it is, is on the tool's own wiki page. Any mention here of process or requirements is liable to be somewhat out of date, unless that has been updated to a link to the tool. For tool maintainers and wiki maintainers, it's good to convert things to links so that the pertinent information need only bee maintained in one place [a kind of basic design principle for wiki content, don't double-post when you can link.]

== Canvas ==
[[Canvas]] is a learning management system, still in the early stages of deployment at PS1.

== Laser Cutter ==
See the respective pages for each laser: https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/BOSS_LS-3655_150w_Laser_Engraver#Authorizations for example. Search for "laser" on the wiki, or look in the CNC category for all tools hosted in that area.

== 3D Printer ==
The [[MakerBot Replicator]] and [[3dSystems CubePro]] do not require authorization. Other 3D Printers are authorized [[Authorizations#CNC_-_3D_Printers|as specified here]].

== Cold Metal Machines (Tier 1) ==
Authorizations for many of the most commonly used metal tools, including the drill press, [[Rockwell Delta 20" Bandsaw|bandsaw]], [[Johnson Bandsaw|Johnson bandsaw]], [[DeWalt Chop Saw|chop saw]], [[Belt Sander|belt sander]], [[Bench Grinder (6in)|bench grinder]], and [[Angle Grinder (4.5in)|angle grinders]], are bundled together into a single session. Search the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ calendar] for Tier 1 Metals, or contact one of the Tier 1 authorizors (https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions) , or monitor the mailing list. Tier 1 authorization is a prerequisite for authorization on any of the other metalworking tools.

== Metal Lathe, Bridgeport, and Gear Head Drill Press ==
Anna Yu performs authorization for the [[Clausing Lathe]] every Tuesday. You must email her first. Her contact info is on the side of the lathe.

Authorizations for the [[Bridgeport CNC Mill]] and [[Boice Crane Drill Press]] are available on request. Contact the area host or post a request to the mailing list.

Before requesting authorization on these machines, you should complete Tier 1 metals certification.

== Hot Metals ==
Authorizations for various hot metal tools, including the MIG welder, TIG welder, and plasma cutter, are performed on request, often in conjunction with hot metals office hours. It is recommended that you contact the person holding office hours in advance if you are interested in authorization. See the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ calendar] for details, including contact info.

== Wood Shop Tools ==
Authorizations are generally Thursday evenings. Check the [http://pumpingstationone.org/events/ events calendar]

== Sewing Machines ==
No certification is required for the tabletop sewing machines. For the [[Singer 20U Industrial Sewing Machine]], there is a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWxIhiSQnno tutorial video], followed by a required authorization session with Shellie Lewis (Arts & Crafts Area Host). The [[Singer Serger 14T948DS]] differential feed sewing machine also requires authorization. Shellie generally holds Arts & Crafts & Digital Media & Knitting office hours weekly and offers instruction then. Check the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ Google calendar] for times and contact information.

== ShopBot ==
There are 2 required classes for complete Shopbot Authorization. The first class is a software-only class to cover CNC concepts and the VCarve software. This class is unlimited capacity, so anyone can attend. The class is a prerequisite for the second class, the hands-on ShopBot authorization, which will be significantly shortened since it will only cover the specifics of the tool itself.

If a class is not scheduled in the Meetup.com calendar, check the mailing list for scheduled sessions. If one has not happened for some time, you would like to request a class for different times than are regularly available, start a new thread requesting a class with a date and time that works for you and contact the ara host or volunteer authorizer.

== Front Door ==
Come to Orientation on the 4th Sunday of the month at 4:00pm and come to a general meeting on Tuesday at 8:00pm and get your ID verified by two board members.

How Do I Get Authorized?

2021-09-22T22:51:00Z

Brunobronosky: /* 3D Printer */ Link to section on Authorizations page

Most of the equipment at PS1 requires authorization before you can use it. Look at the [[equipment label]] on the thing, to see if it requires authorization or not. Authorization will acquaint you with basic operational and safety procedures, but doesn't generally include extensive instruction on how to best use each piece of equipment. For that, you have several options, including online sources, classes at one of the several Chicagoland organizations that offer them, or a knowledgeable member.

You are responsible for becoming properly authorized, and access to most equipment is mostly via the honor system (the main exceptions being the computer-controlled tools, e.g. the [[Shopbot PRS CNC router|ShopBot]] or the [[Epilog 30w Mini 24 Laser Engraver|Epilog]], which require that your authorization be recorded on the member site in order to log in to the computer). Negligent or improper use of a piece of equipment can result in loss of access. See the [[Authorization Policy]] for details.

Authorization requirements can be '''found on the wiki page for most pieces of equipment.''' Tools should have an [Template:EquipmentPage|equipment label] https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Equipment_Label_Example on it that lists the appropriate wiki page URL.

Regularly scheduled authorizations MIGHT be listed on the PS1 [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ calendar] for certain things (again, look at the thing's wiki page to see if that might be the case). Other authorizations are done in a few different ways. Viral-type authorizations only need you to find a willing already-authorized member to show you the ropes and sign off on your authorization. Some are handled by an area's volunteer authorizer or a short list of trainers or proctors. Check the specific tool/equipment wiki page. You can try to contact the volunteer authorizer directly, or sometimes the protocol is to post a request on the PS1 mailing list. For further details about the process, visit [[Authorization: An Overview for New Members]]

There is a move afoot to transfer some of the burden for authorization and safety awareness for tools and equipment to an LMS (Learning Management System) called. [[Canvas]]. [[Canvas]] will not encompass all tools, or all aspects of tools, but will probably be adopted for gauging interest in tool authorization, because you'll be able to review safety and pre-authorization requirements online, which is then visible to authorizers, as well as for preliminary pre-authorization 'homework' you can do on your own time, or for simple and not-very-dangerous things, you might be able to meet all the authorization requirements online. [[Canvas]] is not ready for use just yet (as of January 2018) but there is an active group of members working on it, and there is a live instance of it running as a PS1 subdomain; meaning that it is addressable at canvas.pumpingstationone.org See the [[Canvas]] page here on the wiki for a little more information. Why tell you about Canvas if it isn't running yet? So you can volunteer to help make it happen!

See also a list of [[Broken Authorization|authorization processes]] that currently require improvement.

Any tool that has an equipment label has a URL, right on the label, showing you where to look to learn all about that tool including the authorization process and requirements.

For ANY tool, the authoritative process for it's authorization, such as it is, is on the tool's own wiki page. Any mention here of process or requirements is liable to be somewhat out of date, unless that has been updated to a link to the tool. For tool maintainers and wiki maintainers, it's good to convert things to links so that the pertinent information need only bee maintained in one place [a kind of basic design principle for wiki content, don't double-post when you can link.]

== Canvas ==
[[Canvas]] is a learning management system, still in the early stages of deployment at PS1.

== Laser Cutter ==
See the respective pages for each laser: https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/BOSS_LS-3655_150w_Laser_Engraver#Authorizations for example. Search for "laser" on the wiki, or look in the CNC category for all tools hosted in that area.

== 3D Printer ==
The [[MakerBot Replicator]] and [[3dSystems CubePro]] do not require authorization. Other 3D Printers are authorized [[Authorizations#CNC_-_3D_Printers|as specified here]].

== Cold Metal Machines (Tier 1) ==
Authorizations for many of the most commonly used metal tools, including the drill press, [[Rockwell Delta 20" Bandsaw|bandsaw]], [[Johnson Bandsaw|Johnson bandsaw]], [[DeWalt Chop Saw|chop saw]], [[Belt Sander|belt sander]], [[Bench Grinder (6in)|bench grinder]], and [[Angle Grinder (4.5in)|angle grinders]], are bundled together into a single session. Search the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ calendar] for Tier 1 Metals, or contact one of the Tier 1 authorizors (https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Positions) , or monitor the mailing list. Tier 1 authorization is a prerequisite for authorization on any of the other metalworking tools.

== Metal Lathe, Bridgeport, and Gear Head Drill Press ==
Anna Yu performs authorization for the [[Clausing Lathe]] every Tuesday. You must email her first. Her contact info is on the side of the lathe.

Authorizations for the [[Bridgeport CNC Mill]] and [[Boice Crane Drill Press]] are available on request. Contact the area host or post a request to the mailing list.

Before requesting authorization on these machines, you should complete Tier 1 metals certification.

== Hot Metals ==
Authorizations for various hot metal tools, including the MIG welder, TIG welder, and plasma cutter, are performed on request, often in conjunction with hot metals office hours. It is recommended that you contact the person holding office hours in advance if you are interested in authorization. See the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ calendar] for details, including contact info.

== Wood Shop Tools ==
Authorizations are generally Thursday evenings. Check the [http://pumpingstationone.org/events/ events calendar]

== Sewing Machines ==
No certification is required for the tabletop sewing machines. For the [[Singer 20U Industrial Sewing Machine]], there is a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWxIhiSQnno tutorial video], followed by a required authorization session with Shellie Lewis (Arts & Crafts Area Host). The [[Singer Serger 14T948DS]] differential feed sewing machine also requires authorization. Shellie generally holds Arts & Crafts & Digital Media & Knitting office hours weekly and offers instruction then. Check the [https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ Google calendar] for times and contact information.

== ShopBot ==
There are 2 required classes for complete Shopbot Authorization. The first class is a software-only class to cover CNC concepts and the VCarve software. This class is unlimited capacity, so anyone can attend. The class is a prerequisite for the second class, the hands-on ShopBot authorization, which will be significantly shortened since it will only cover the specifics of the tool itself.

If a class is not scheduled in the Meetup.com calendar, check the mailing list for scheduled sessions. If one has not happened for some time, you would like to request a class for different times than are regularly available, start a new thread requesting a class with a date and time that works for you and contact the ara host or volunteer authorizer.

== Front Door ==
Come to Orientation on the 4th Sunday of the month at 4:00pm and come to a general meeting on Tuesday at 8:00pm and get your ID verified by two board members.

Category:CNC

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Brunobronosky: Create a stub category for 3D printing so that this page can be found on https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Category:Equipment

{{Infobox HostedArea
| image = Equipment-no-photo.jpg
| areaname = CNC
| hostedsince =
| location = All over
| toolcategory = [[:Category:CNC]]
| hostname =

David Ditzler [[#2D Printing]]
2dprinting at pumpingstationone.org
----
Sam Donohue (authorizations) and Matt Keith (hardware-software) [[#3D Printing]]
3dprinting at pumpingstationone.org
----
Will Garza or Ray Doeksen [[#3D Scanning]]
cnc at pumpingstationone.org
----
Ash Jasani [[#Laser Cutter/Engravers]]
lasers at pumpingstationone.org
----
David Earl [[Shopbot_PRS_CNC_router]]
dlwearl at pumpingstationone.org
----
[[User:NewFatMike|Mike Thompson]] [[ShapeOko2 CNC Router]] and [[Tormach_1100_series_CNC_mill]]
cnc at pumpingstationone.org
----
Ron Olsen [[CNC Plasma Cutter]]
hotmetals@pumpingstationone.org
----
----
| hostemail =
|
}}

Computer Numeric Control: computerized tools for manufacturing and crafting.

== Rules ==

===Clean Up===
* Please allot time for your project to clean up after yourselves. Throw away scrap, and store usable materials in the file cabinet.
* Empty Laser Engraver catch trays.
* Please return all tools from where you found them.
* Empty the trash when it is full

===Conserving Energy===
* Turn off the exhaust after a project. Do not cycle the exhaust rapidly.
* Turn off the Lights and A/C at the end of the day.
* Turn off 3D printers when prints are done.

===Storage===
* There is absolutely no member storage in the CNC area. Please clean up all projects when you are done. Left over projects without any documentation will be thrown away.

== Safety ==

Lasers are known to cause fire. If you leave your laser unattended, anyone else SHOULD halt or cancel it immediately, no questions asked, no excuses. DO not pass go, do not collect $200, go to laser jail.
Lasers are more liable to cause fire if the material is too thick, has air pockets in it (like multi-layer cardboard)
Lasers can cause toxic fumes if they are used with unsafe materials. There's a page of safe and unsafe materials linked from each laser's wiki page, and that is covered in authorizations.
There is one halon fire extinguisher in the CNC room that is first choice for putting out fires associated with the laser cutters.
As long as the lids are closed, you do not need to wear additional protective eye wear to operate the lasers.
Don't mess with the safety interlocks that detect if the lid is closed.
Do not ever laser humans or animals.

== Tools Available ==

There is an automatically built list of CNC-tagged equipment at the bottom of this page. If a thing does not show up on the automatically populated list, please edit that equipment's wiki page to make it happen.

===2D Printing===
* [[Xerox_Workcentre_7855_Printer_/_Scanner_/_Copier]]
* [[HP DesignJet T520 Large Format Color Printer]]
* [[HP DesignJet 755CM Large Format Printer]] (no longer at the space)
* [[Brother_DCP-7065DN_Printer]]
* [[Vinyl_Cutter]]

===3D Printing===

* [[Prusa i3 MK3S A 3D Printer]] - There are three of these, and they're among the best 3D printers right now, since they have automatic bed-leveling technology. Direct drive printing, filament sensor.
* [[Prusa i3 MK2S A 3D Printer]] - There is one of these. Older version of MK3S
* [[Creality Ender 3 A 3D Printer]] - There are two of these. Manual bed leveling. Capable of excellent prints.

* [[MakerBot Replicator]] - Removed from the space? Gone? At the best it's offline, broken, not usable unless you like tinkering.
* Jellybox - New to PS1, broken at the moment (needs a hot-end repair) and skimpy wiki page https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Jellybox
* [[LulzBot 3D Printer|LulzBot AO-100 3D printer]] - Larger volume. Works. Regular extruder cannot do flexible filament. Flexistruder needs a firmware update to use, then you have to change the firmware back to use regular filament, which is lame but ... maybe that can be fixed/updated someday.
* [[Lulzbot Taz3|Lulzbot TAZ3 3D printer]]
* [[3dSystems CubePro|3dSystems CubeProTrio 3D printer]] - Usable, but has a weird history of using proprietary filament so then we hacked it so that it can use any old filament but ... read the CubePro wiki page, the backstory is needed if you intend to use it.
* [[FormLabs Form 1+ SLA 3D Printer]] - Stereolithography-type printer, resin-based.
===3D Scanning===
* [[Cubify Sense 3d Scanner]] - Hacked to use non-proprietary filament but has never been quite as good since the hack.
* [[Matter and Form 3D Scanner]] - Mostly sucks. Count on it taking an hour to scan a medium sized thing, too. Really, really sucks.

===Laser Cutter/Engravers===
* [[Epilog 30w Mini 24 Laser Engraver]]
* [[BOSS LS-3655 150w Laser Engraver]]
* [[Universal PLS6.150D 150W Laser Engraver]]

===CNC Routers===
* [[ShapeOko2 CNC Router]]
* [[CNC Plasma Cutter]]
* [[Shopbot PRS CNC router]]

===CNC Mills===
* [[Tormach 1100 series CNC mill]]

===Misc Equipment===
* [[Vinyl Cutter]]
* [[Gingery Plastic Injection Machine]]

== Supplies ==

Supplies are generally not provided. There are some PS1-owned bits in the drawer for the ShopBot, but you may wish to purchase your own bits if you want to be confident that you'll have a good, sharp bit of the appropriate size for your project. If you break a shop-owned bit, please tell the area host and post a note to the wiki and Google group.

There is often some common-use filament available for the TAZ3, AO-100 or Replicator 3D printers, but you may also used your own if you want to be confident that you'll have enough high-quality filament for your project. Filament can be purchased at MicroCenter and other retailers for about $20 per spool. Filament can be purchased for the Cube printer for about $100 per cartridge.

All machines, including the vinyl cutter and large format printers, should have information about their consumables listed on their respective wiki page.

There is a donation box next to the Cube printer for filament; suggested donation for Cube filament is 30 cents per gram.

== Authorization ==

Authorization for the '''[[Shopbot_PRS_CNC_router]]''' will appear as a [https://www.meetup.com/Pumping-Station-One Meetup event], and on the [http://pumpingstationone.org/events/ PS1 event calendar].

Authorization for other equipment varies, the policy may be listed on the tool's own wiki page. Some authorization events may be listed as Meetup events, Signup.com events, on the PS1 event calendar (which is mirrored on the PS1 web site "Events" page) or may be announced on the PS1 Google Group (generally the private one, not the public one).

For authorization for the Laser Cutters, please email laser-auths@pumpingstationone.org.

To be able to log in on the lasers or ShopBot PCs you must have your member login account modified by a member who has admin privileges. Once you are authorized, you will use the same username and password you would use on any other PS1 computer.

[https://signup.com/Group/497008409545908038/ SIGNUP.COM CNC PAGE]

[[Category:Hosted Areas]]
[[Category:Member Manual]]
[[Category:Equipment]]
[[Category:Projects]]
[[Category:Tutorials]]
[[Category:3D Printing]]