Makespace - User contributions [en]

User:JonGreen

2015-04-10T08:59:17Z

JonGreen:

[[File:jongreen-200x300.jpg|left|100x150px|Jon Green]]I'm an entrepreneurial software consultant, CEO and CTO type, with 30 years' commercial experience. My main focus at the moment's my consultancy ([http://www.adeptium.com/ Adeptium Consulting Ltd.]), but I'm open to CTO or CEO opportunities, particularly in startups and SMEs.

I tend to specialise in embedded systems (non-computer devices that have processors - anything from set-top boxes to satellites), and "cloud" technologies. Check my [http://uk.linkedin.com/in/jonsgreen/ LinkedIn profile] for more professional stuff. I'm also interested in low energy computing and green technologies.

I'm passionate about science, and space in particular. I do that for pay too - my work's in several launched satellites, and there are more scheduled to orbit in the next year or two.

Through Adeptium, I'm organising a series of sub-orbital launches to test out remote sensing technologies, do some hard science...and get some cool pictures from the edge of space. Almost all of the design and construction falls to me. There's more at the [http://stars-project.adeptium.com/ STARS Project] mini-site. If you find me in the main lab, up to my ears in wires, sensors and unruly processors, I'm doing the make for STARS-1 or its successors. Or just having fun!

Outside work and geeky* hobbies, I'm a Dad of two kids, husband of a lovely and long-suffering wife, play many instruments (to varying levels of ineptitude), write, chase ferrets, and yearn to get back in the cockpit to fly gliders and those strange glider-like things with noisy bits on the front. I have a surfboard, two wetsuits, and never enough time to use them.

I can be emailed at makespace(dot)org(at)adeptium(dot)com. Sorry for the obfustication, but I'm fed up with spammers scraping my email addresses!

I'm on Twitter as [http://twitter.com/jongreen_uk @jongreen_uk].

<i>* I'm an unashamed geek, and wear the badge with pride! But, hey, same goes for almost all the other Makers here, yes?</i>

User:JonGreen

2015-04-10T08:46:29Z

JonGreen:

I'm an entrepreneurial software consultant, CTO type and occasional CEO, with just shy of 30 years' commercial experience. My main focus at the moment's my consultancy ([http://www.adeptium.com/ Adeptium Consulting Ltd.]), but I'm open to CTO or CEO opportunities, particularly in startups and SMEs.

I tend to specialise in embedded systems (non-computer devices that have processors - anything from set-top boxes to satellites), and "cloud" technologies. Check my [http://uk.linkedin.com/in/jonsgreen/ LinkedIn profile] for more professional stuff. I'm also interested in low energy computing and green technologies.

I'm passionate about science, and space in particular. I do that for pay too - my code's in several launched satellites, and there are more scheduled to orbit in the next year or two.

Through Adeptium, I'm organising a series of sub-orbital launches to test out remote sensing technologies, do some hard science...and get some cool pictures from the edge of space. Almost all of the design and construction falls to me. There's more at the [http://stars-project.adeptium.com/ STARS Project] mini-site. If you find me in the main lab, up to my ears in wires, sensors and unruly processors, I'm doing the make for STARS-1 or its successors. Or just having fun!

Outside work and geeky* hobbies, I'm a Dad of two kids, husband of a lovely and long-suffering wife, play many instruments (to varying levels of ineptitude), write, chase ferrets, and yearn to get back in the cockpit to fly gliders and those strange glider-like things with noisy bits on the front. I have a surfboard, two wetsuits, and never enough time to use them.

I can be emailed at makespace(dot)org(at)adeptium(dot)com. Sorry for the obfustication, but I'm fed up with spammers scraping my email addresses!

I'm on Twitter as [http://twitter.com/jongreen_uk @jongreen_uk].

<i>* I'm an unashamed geek, and wear the badge with pride! But, hey, same goes for almost all the other Makers here, yes?</i>

Equipment/Electronics Workbenches

2015-04-09T21:39:21Z

JonGreen: /* Wishlist */ Add PCB holders, fridge, solder paste

{{GreenTool}}
{{OrangeTool}}

[[Equipment|Equipment]] / Electronics Workbenches

Workbenches for electronics and precision work.

[[File:Electronics-thumb.jpg|right]]

== Enthusiast Bench ==
A 1800mm x 900mm ESD cantilever bench from [http://www.bigdug.co.uk/workshop-benches-c348/antistatic-workbenches-c721/antistatic-workbenches-capacity-300kgs-pp4582 here]

=== Equipment ===
* Hameg HM-203-5 20MHz analogue oscilloscope
** [[File:HM203-6_Manual.pdf]]
* Black*Star Jupiter 500 0.1Hz-500kHz function generator (sine, square, sawtooth)
* Philips PM6622 80MHz counter
** [[File:PM6622_PM6624_PM6625_Manual.pdf]]

== Expert Bench ==
A 1800mm x 900mm ESD cantilever bench from [http://www.bigdug.co.uk/workshop-benches-c348/antistatic-workbenches-c721/antistatic-workbenches-capacity-300kgs-pp4582 here]

=== Equipment ===
* BlackJack BK6000 Rework station (Class: Orange)
** [[File:BlackJack_BK6000_Rework_Station_manual.pdf‎]]
* Rigol DS1104Z 100MHZ Digital Oscilloscope
** Info [http://www.rigolna.com/products/digital-oscilloscopes/ds1000Z/ds1104z/ here].
* Philips PM 3217 50MHz analogue Oscilloscope (Class: Green)
**[[File:Philips_PM3217_50MHz_Oscilloscope_Manual.pdf]]
* Thurlby Thandar TG212 0.1Hz-2MHz function generator (sine, square, sawtooth) (Class: Orange)
** [[File:TG200_Series_Manual.pdf]]
* Thurlby Thandar TF830 1.3GHz high resolution reciprocal measurement

== Shared equipment ==
* Soldering irons:
** 2x Tenma AT60D soldering stations (up to 400C) (Class: Orange)
* Bench power supplies (e.g. a mix of 5V, 12V, variable, and multi-rail PSUs) (Class: Orange)
** Farnell AP20-80: up to 20V at up to 80A
** Hameg HM7042-3 dual: each channel up to 32V at up to 2A
** Tenma 72-8695 two channels each up to 32V at up to 3A, plus a single fixed 5V/2A channel
* Logic analyser:
** HP 16500A (status unknown: may not be operational but has probes pack)
** Currently assumed dead.
* Components and small tools
** PCB holders or "helping hands"
** Magnifying lamps
** Side cutters
** Multimeters
** Wire
** Selection of basic components (res, caps, v-reg, basic digital logic, basic IC's - 555,358, connectors, cable)
** Inspection microscope (fixed 20x monocular, with 80mm clearance under the lens)

== Supplies ==

[[Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches/Supplies | Supplies]]

== Wishlist ==

===Need===
* Soldering microscope with inbuilt illumination
* PCB holders ('''not''' just "helping hands")
* Abrasive pen
* Heatsink tweezers
* Tweezers
* ESD handling equipment, eg. anti-static mats, wrist-strap, earth points, tester
* URLs or PDF manuals for the equipment

===Want===
* Logic Analyser
** Possibly a Saleae [http://www.saleae.com/logic16 Logic16]
* A Reflow Oven
** Probably a EuroCircuits [http://be.eurocircuits.com/shop/offtheshelf/product.aspx?ano=ec-reflow-mate EC-Reflow Mate]
* Fridge for solder paste (and glues)
* Solder paste for fridge :)

===Would Be Nice===
* USB microscope with monitor (not to be confused with a soldering/lab microscope!)
* Spectrum Analyser
* A PC

Equipment/Electronics Workbenches

2015-04-09T21:37:21Z

JonGreen: /* Would Be Nice */ Differentiate USB microscope from soldering mike

{{GreenTool}}
{{OrangeTool}}

[[Equipment|Equipment]] / Electronics Workbenches

Workbenches for electronics and precision work.

[[File:Electronics-thumb.jpg|right]]

== Enthusiast Bench ==
A 1800mm x 900mm ESD cantilever bench from [http://www.bigdug.co.uk/workshop-benches-c348/antistatic-workbenches-c721/antistatic-workbenches-capacity-300kgs-pp4582 here]

=== Equipment ===
* Hameg HM-203-5 20MHz analogue oscilloscope
** [[File:HM203-6_Manual.pdf]]
* Black*Star Jupiter 500 0.1Hz-500kHz function generator (sine, square, sawtooth)
* Philips PM6622 80MHz counter
** [[File:PM6622_PM6624_PM6625_Manual.pdf]]

== Expert Bench ==
A 1800mm x 900mm ESD cantilever bench from [http://www.bigdug.co.uk/workshop-benches-c348/antistatic-workbenches-c721/antistatic-workbenches-capacity-300kgs-pp4582 here]

=== Equipment ===
* BlackJack BK6000 Rework station (Class: Orange)
** [[File:BlackJack_BK6000_Rework_Station_manual.pdf‎]]
* Rigol DS1104Z 100MHZ Digital Oscilloscope
** Info [http://www.rigolna.com/products/digital-oscilloscopes/ds1000Z/ds1104z/ here].
* Philips PM 3217 50MHz analogue Oscilloscope (Class: Green)
**[[File:Philips_PM3217_50MHz_Oscilloscope_Manual.pdf]]
* Thurlby Thandar TG212 0.1Hz-2MHz function generator (sine, square, sawtooth) (Class: Orange)
** [[File:TG200_Series_Manual.pdf]]
* Thurlby Thandar TF830 1.3GHz high resolution reciprocal measurement

== Shared equipment ==
* Soldering irons:
** 2x Tenma AT60D soldering stations (up to 400C) (Class: Orange)
* Bench power supplies (e.g. a mix of 5V, 12V, variable, and multi-rail PSUs) (Class: Orange)
** Farnell AP20-80: up to 20V at up to 80A
** Hameg HM7042-3 dual: each channel up to 32V at up to 2A
** Tenma 72-8695 two channels each up to 32V at up to 3A, plus a single fixed 5V/2A channel
* Logic analyser:
** HP 16500A (status unknown: may not be operational but has probes pack)
** Currently assumed dead.
* Components and small tools
** PCB holders or "helping hands"
** Magnifying lamps
** Side cutters
** Multimeters
** Wire
** Selection of basic components (res, caps, v-reg, basic digital logic, basic IC's - 555,358, connectors, cable)
** Inspection microscope (fixed 20x monocular, with 80mm clearance under the lens)

== Supplies ==

[[Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches/Supplies | Supplies]]

== Wishlist ==

===Need===
* Soldering microscope with inbuilt illumination
* Abrasive pen
* Heatsink tweezers
* Tweezers
* ESD handling equipment, eg. anti-static mats, wrist-strap, earth points, tester
* URLs or PDF manuals for the equipment

===Want===
* Logic Analyser
** Possibly a Saleae [http://www.saleae.com/logic16 Logic16]
* A Reflow Oven
** Probably a EuroCircuits [http://be.eurocircuits.com/shop/offtheshelf/product.aspx?ano=ec-reflow-mate EC-Reflow Mate]

===Would Be Nice===
* USB microscope with monitor (not to be confused with a soldering/lab microscope!)
* Spectrum Analyser
* A PC

Equipment/Electronics Workbenches

2015-04-09T20:16:18Z

JonGreen: /* Need */ Add "Soldering microscope".

{{GreenTool}}
{{OrangeTool}}

[[Equipment|Equipment]] / Electronics Workbenches

Workbenches for electronics and precision work.

[[File:Electronics-thumb.jpg|right]]

== Enthusiast Bench ==
A 1800mm x 900mm ESD cantilever bench from [http://www.bigdug.co.uk/workshop-benches-c348/antistatic-workbenches-c721/antistatic-workbenches-capacity-300kgs-pp4582 here]

=== Equipment ===
* Hameg HM-203-5 20MHz analogue oscilloscope
** [[File:HM203-6_Manual.pdf]]
* Black*Star Jupiter 500 0.1Hz-500kHz function generator (sine, square, sawtooth)
* Philips PM6622 80MHz counter
** [[File:PM6622_PM6624_PM6625_Manual.pdf]]

== Expert Bench ==
A 1800mm x 900mm ESD cantilever bench from [http://www.bigdug.co.uk/workshop-benches-c348/antistatic-workbenches-c721/antistatic-workbenches-capacity-300kgs-pp4582 here]

=== Equipment ===
* BlackJack BK6000 Rework station (Class: Orange)
** [[File:BlackJack_BK6000_Rework_Station_manual.pdf‎]]
* Rigol DS1104Z 100MHZ Digital Oscilloscope
** Info [http://www.rigolna.com/products/digital-oscilloscopes/ds1000Z/ds1104z/ here].
* Philips PM 3217 50MHz analogue Oscilloscope (Class: Green)
**[[File:Philips_PM3217_50MHz_Oscilloscope_Manual.pdf]]
* Thurlby Thandar TG212 0.1Hz-2MHz function generator (sine, square, sawtooth) (Class: Orange)
** [[File:TG200_Series_Manual.pdf]]
* Thurlby Thandar TF830 1.3GHz high resolution reciprocal measurement

== Shared equipment ==
* Soldering irons:
** 2x Tenma AT60D soldering stations (up to 400C) (Class: Orange)
* Bench power supplies (e.g. a mix of 5V, 12V, variable, and multi-rail PSUs) (Class: Orange)
** Farnell AP20-80: up to 20V at up to 80A
** Hameg HM7042-3 dual: each channel up to 32V at up to 2A
** Tenma 72-8695 two channels each up to 32V at up to 3A, plus a single fixed 5V/2A channel
* Logic analyser:
** HP 16500A (status unknown: may not be operational but has probes pack)
** Currently assumed dead.
* Components and small tools
** PCB holders or "helping hands"
** Magnifying lamps
** Side cutters
** Multimeters
** Wire
** Selection of basic components (res, caps, v-reg, basic digital logic, basic IC's - 555,358, connectors, cable)
** Inspection microscope (fixed 20x monocular, with 80mm clearance under the lens)

== Supplies ==

[[Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches/Supplies | Supplies]]

== Wishlist ==

===Need===
* Soldering microscope with inbuilt illumination
* Abrasive pen
* Heatsink tweezers
* Tweezers
* ESD handling equipment, eg. anti-static mats, wrist-strap, earth points, tester
* URLs or PDF manuals for the equipment

===Want===
* Logic Analyser
** Possibly a Saleae [http://www.saleae.com/logic16 Logic16]
* A Reflow Oven
** Probably a EuroCircuits [http://be.eurocircuits.com/shop/offtheshelf/product.aspx?ano=ec-reflow-mate EC-Reflow Mate]

===Would Be Nice===
* USB microscope with monitor
* Spectrum Analyser
* A PC

Equipment

2015-02-01T21:42:58Z

JonGreen: /* The Workshop */

[[File:Laser-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
[[File:Makerbot-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printer]]
[[File:Roland-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
[[File:WP_20130509_005.jpg||thumb|320px|link=Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
[[File:Lathe-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Lathe|Lathe]]
[[File:Powertools-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools]]
[[File:Electronics-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
[[File:fine_metal_DSC_7694.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine metalwork Workbench]]
[[File:8633913103 92f52a697d c.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking bench]]
[[File:300xq.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
[[File:CircularSaw.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/5704RK|Makita Circular Saw]]
[[File:Rage3db_1.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/MitreSawRage3Db|Rage 3 Mitre Saw]]
[[File:warco_mill.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/WarcoMill|Warco Mill]]

The equipment you can find in Makespace.

== Using our Equipment ==

There is a large and growing variety of equipment and tools; some are safe to use, some can be dangerous or are expensive and need training before use. We have divided all the tools below into [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]]. Make sure you understand which class a tool is in before you attempt to use it, and read the associated wiki page.

[[The right tool for the job]] has some notes on what tools to use for various tasks.

Smaller equipment is listed on the [[Things and stuff]] page.

== The Workshop ==

* [[Equipment/BandSaw|Band Saw]]
* [[Equipment/AxminsterBeltDiscSander|Belt and Disc Sander]]
* [[Equipment/5704RK|Circular Saw - Makita ]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
* [[Equipment/Drill_Presses|Drill Presses]]
* [[Equipment/Grinder|Grinder]]
* [[Equipment/Lathe|Lathe - Myford]]
* [[Equipment/Sherline lathe|Lathe - Sherline]] (This is not commissioned and at the moment is unavailable for use)
* Metalwork Benches
* [[Equipment/Sherline mill|Mill - Sherline ]] (This is not commissioned and at the moment is unavailable for use)
* [[Equipment/WarcoMill|Mill - Warco ]]
* [[Equipment/MitreSawRage3Db|Mitre Saw - Rage 3]]
* [[Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools (small)]]
* Woodwork Benches
* [[Equipment/WoodLathe|Woodworking Lathe]] (This is not commissioned and at the moment is unavailable for use)

== The Space ==

* [[Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printer]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
* [[Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
* [[Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine Metalwork Bench]] and [[Equipment/Flexible_Shaft_Drill|Flexible Shaft Drill]]
* [[Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking kiln, torch and associated tools]]
* [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
* [[Equipment/PCB_Mill|PCB Mill]]
* [http://www.pattesters.co.uk/pat-testers/basic-pat-testers/seaward-primetest-100-pat-tester PrimeTest 100 PAT Tester]
* [[Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
* General Tools
** [http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/clarke-cht641-199-piece-diy-tool-kit-with-cant Clarke CHT641 199 Piece DIY Tool Kit With Cantilever Tool Box]
* [[Equipment/Plotter|HP 750C A0 Plotter]]
* [[Equipment/Paper Printers|Paper printers]]
* [[Equipment/CanoScan_LiDE_25|Paper Scanner]]
* [[Equipment/BicycleMaintain|Bicycle Maintenance]]

== Craft area ==
* [[Equipment/Vinyl_Cutter|Vinyl Cutter]]
* large table for cutting or working at
* [[Equipment/SewingMachine|Sewing Machine]]
* [[Equipment/TShirtPress|TShirt heat press]]
* PC with CAD software, scanner and link to Vinyl cutter
* [[Equipment/Knitting_Machine| Knitting Machine]]
* [[Equipment/EZcube_Light_Tent| EZcube Light Tent]]

== Proposals and Notes ==

* [[Equipment/CNC_Metal_Mill|CNC Metal Mill]]
* [[Equipment/Hand_Tools|Hand Tools]]
* [[Equipment/PurchasedFromGrant]]
** [[Equipment/BandSaw]]
* [[Equipment/Stained_Glass|Stained Glass]]
* [[Equipment/Screenprinting|Screenprinting]]

== Related ==
* [[OwnersPage|List of owners and their duties]]
* Full equipment database [http://makespace-equipment-db.herokuapp.com/ http://makespace-equipment-db.herokuapp.com/].
* [[Infrastructure|Makespace Infrastructure]]
* [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]] - for safety and training requirements.
* [[Equipment/NewKit|New Kit]] - process for adding to our equipment inventory.
* This series of 10 metal working videos of up to an hour each from MIT are well worth watching. Episode 1 covers measuring and marking work, 2 covers band sawing and 3 covers drilling. Episodes 4 to 7 cover milling and 8 is about lathe work. [http://techtv.mit.edu/collections/ehs-videos/videos Introduction to Machine Shop Tools and Skills]

Equipment

2015-02-01T19:52:05Z

JonGreen: /* The Workshop */ Add the belt/disc sander

[[File:Laser-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
[[File:Makerbot-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printer]]
[[File:Roland-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
[[File:WP_20130509_005.jpg||thumb|320px|link=Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
[[File:Lathe-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Lathe|Lathe]]
[[File:Powertools-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools]]
[[File:Electronics-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
[[File:fine_metal_DSC_7694.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine metalwork Workbench]]
[[File:8633913103 92f52a697d c.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking bench]]
[[File:300xq.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
[[File:CircularSaw.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/5704RK|Makita Circular Saw]]
[[File:Rage3db_1.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/MitreSawRage3Db|Rage 3 Mitre Saw]]
[[File:warco_mill.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/WarcoMill|Warco Mill]]

The equipment you can find in Makespace.

== Using our Equipment ==

There is a large and growing variety of equipment and tools; some are safe to use, some can be dangerous or are expensive and need training before use. We have divided all the tools below into [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]]. Make sure you understand which class a tool is in before you attempt to use it, and read the associated wiki page.

[[The right tool for the job]] has some notes on what tools to use for various tasks.

Smaller equipment is listed on the [[Things and stuff]] page.

== The Workshop ==

* [[Equipment/BandSaw|BandSaw]]
* [[Equipment/AxminsterBeltDiscSander|Belt and Disc Sander]]
* [[Equipment/5704RK|Circular Saw - Makita ]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
* [[Equipment/Drill_Presses|Drill Presses]]
* [[Equipment/Grinder|Grinder]]
* [[Equipment/Lathe|Lathe - Myford]]
* [[Equipment/Sherline lathe|Lathe - Sherline]] (This is not commissioned and at the moment is unavailable for use)
* Metalwork Benches
* [[Equipment/Sherline mill|Mill - Sherline ]] (This is not commissioned and at the moment is unavailable for use)
* [[Equipment/WarcoMill|Mill - Warco ]]
* [[Equipment/MitreSawRage3Db|Mitre Saw - Rage 3]]
* [[Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools (small)]]
* Woodwork Benches
* [[Equipment/WoodLathe|Woodworking Lathe]] (This is not commissioned and at the moment is unavailable for use)

== The Space ==

* [[Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printer]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
* [[Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
* [[Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine Metalwork Bench]] and [[Equipment/Flexible_Shaft_Drill|Flexible Shaft Drill]]
* [[Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking kiln, torch and associated tools]]
* [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
* [[Equipment/PCB_Mill|PCB Mill]]
* [http://www.pattesters.co.uk/pat-testers/basic-pat-testers/seaward-primetest-100-pat-tester PrimeTest 100 PAT Tester]
* [[Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
* General Tools
** [http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/clarke-cht641-199-piece-diy-tool-kit-with-cant Clarke CHT641 199 Piece DIY Tool Kit With Cantilever Tool Box]
* [[Equipment/Plotter|HP 750C A0 Plotter]]
* [[Equipment/Paper Printers|Paper printers]]
* [[Equipment/CanoScan_LiDE_25|Paper Scanner]]
* [[Equipment/BicycleMaintain|Bicycle Maintenance]]

== Craft area ==
* [[Equipment/Vinyl_Cutter|Vinyl Cutter]]
* large table for cutting or working at
* [[Equipment/SewingMachine|Sewing Machine]]
* [[Equipment/TShirtPress|TShirt heat press]]
* PC with CAD software, scanner and link to Vinyl cutter
* [[Equipment/Knitting_Machine| Knitting Machine]]
* [[Equipment/EZcube_Light_Tent| EZcube Light Tent]]

== Proposals and Notes ==

* [[Equipment/CNC_Metal_Mill|CNC Metal Mill]]
* [[Equipment/Hand_Tools|Hand Tools]]
* [[Equipment/PurchasedFromGrant]]
** [[Equipment/BandSaw]]
* [[Equipment/Stained_Glass|Stained Glass]]
* [[Equipment/Screenprinting|Screenprinting]]

== Related ==
* [[OwnersPage|List of owners and their duties]]
* Full equipment database [http://makespace-equipment-db.herokuapp.com/ http://makespace-equipment-db.herokuapp.com/].
* [[Infrastructure|Makespace Infrastructure]]
* [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]] - for safety and training requirements.
* [[Equipment/NewKit|New Kit]] - process for adding to our equipment inventory.
* This series of 10 metal working videos of up to an hour each from MIT are well worth watching. Episode 1 covers measuring and marking work, 2 covers band sawing and 3 covers drilling. Episodes 4 to 7 cover milling and 8 is about lathe work. [http://techtv.mit.edu/collections/ehs-videos/videos Introduction to Machine Shop Tools and Skills]

Equipment/Laser Cutter

2014-06-08T13:18:30Z

JonGreen: /* Power and Speed Settings */ Add cautions about MDF

{{RedTool}}

[[Equipment|Equipment]] / Laser Cutter

[[File:Makespace-laser-cutter.JPG|thumb|460px|right|Our LS6090 PRO Laser Cutter]]

= Summary =

This is our LS 6090 PRO Laser Cutter. It has a working area of 900mm by 600mm, and is powered by a 60w CO2 Water Cooled Laser Tube that can engrave and cut through materials such as wood, plastic, card, leather, fabrics, up to about 10-15mm thick (note, it can not cut metal). The laser cut is approximately 0.15mm wide, and a job can take a few seconds through to tens of minutes depending on material thickness and design complexity.

We have a dedicated PC running LaserCut 5.3 software to import, prepare and download jobs to the Laser Cutter. It can import various formats, with DXF being the most commonly used, so various software packages can be used to create your designs.

Here are some examples of laser jobs we've run (please add a photo of yours any time you do a job!)

<gallery>
File:Laser-cut-focus-tool.JPG
File:Laser-cut-front-panels.JPG
File:Laser-cut-lizards.JPG
File:Laser-cut-m-and-s.JPG
File:Laser-cut-model-building.JPG
File:Laser-cut-ply-m.JPG
File:Laser_output_-_makespace_arrow.JPG
File:Laser_box.jpg
File:Croc-small.jpg
File:LaserCutter_Jobs_1.jpg
File:LaserCutterGallery_20130328.jpg
File:LasercutSettlers.jpg
File:Wolfstock1.jpg
File:Mug-holder.jpg
File:2013-10-21 20.10.06.jpg
File:Indy jigster.png
</gallery>

= Using the Laser Cutter =

The laser cutter is a great way to easily produce accurate and complex 2D forms in various materials, and can be designed for with limited experience in various drawing or CAD applications. At the same time, it is an expensive tool with real risk of injury and fire, so is very important you know how to use it to avoid damaging yourself and the machine. '''You must only use the laser cutter if you have been trained, and if you are ever in any doubt about something, please ask for assistance.'''

== Owners ==

The Owners are those who have volunteered to be in charge of the laser cutter, organising maintenance, responding to technical issues and generally being a point of contact. The current Owners of the Laser Cutter are:

* [[User:Simon|Simon Ford]]
* [[User:Barhamd|David Barham]]
* [[User:Nickcadsoftuk|Nick Johnson]]
* [[User:Tmonca|Toby Moncaster]]
* [[User:Mat-C|Mat Cook]]
* [[User:DianaProbst|Diana Probst]]

== Trainers ==

The Trainers are those who have volunteered to teach others to use the laser cutter and to promote good working practice. The current Trainers for the Laser Cutter are:

* [[User:Simon|Simon Ford]]
* [[User:Barhamd|David Barham]]
* [[User:Nickcadsoftuk|Nick Johnson]]
* [[User:Tmonca|Toby Moncaster]]
* Martin de Selincourt
* [[User:Mat-C|Mat Cook]]

If you have any questions, problems or concerns around the laser cutter, please use the forum page:
* [http://makespace.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=45 Laser Cutter Log]

For the old mailing list thread see here:
* [https://groups.google.com/d/topic/cammakespace/Tmce2iKVzD8/discussion Log : Laser Cutter]

== Training ==

<div style="background:#FADADD; border:1px solid #FFC0CB; padding:5px">
<b>YOU CAN ONLY USE THE LASER CUTTER IF YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED</b><br>
and have been added to the [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter/Training#Trained_Users|Trained Users]] list by one of the Owners
</div>

To get trained on the laser cutter and be added to the qualified user list, you will need to arrange for a training session with one of the Laser Cutter Owners.

If you'd like to arrange training, please see:
* [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter/Training|Laser Cutter Training]]

== Health and Safety ==

The laser cutter is a potentially dangerous piece of equipment which must only be operated by members who have received appropriate training and who take due care. The top things to always remember when using the laser cutter are:
* '''ONLY USE THE LASER CUTTER IF YOU ARE ON THE LIST OF TRAINED USERS'''
* '''NEVER LEAVE THE LASER CUTTER RUNNING UNATTENDED'''
* '''KNOW WHAT TO DO IF A FIRE BREAKS OUT'''
* '''NEVER CUT MATERIALS THAT YOU DON'T KNOW ARE SAFE'''

As a trained user, you should be very aware of the following risks and how to deal with them:

'''FIRE (under normal operation)''' - Cutting at the wrong speed or the wrong power can result in the material igniting
* You must watch the cutter at all times and be prepared to abort the job if problems occur
* Small flashes of flame that don't hang around for a fraction of a second are acceptable, but any more is rare and not acceptable
* If a fire does take, this is the process you should follow (from minor to major):
** Press "pause" (the same button you started the job with) - This will turn the laser off so no more heat enters, and assuming the flame goes out, you can press "start" for the job to continue where it left off
** Open the lid - With the job paused, you can open the lid to blow out the flame. Again, it is possible to re-close the lid and continue where you left off
** Move the material from under the laser head assuming safe to do so (so it doesn't damage the optics; alternatively send the laser to home/datum), and smother with a spare sheet of material or blow out
** Use the workshop CO2 extinguisher to extinguish the flame
* You should also make a note in the log if any of this happens with associated materials and settings so we can keep track of any particular materials/settings we should look at

'''FIRE (abnormal operation)''' - If the head gets stuck or something else goes wrong, ignition could happen much more suddenly or intensely
* You must watch the cutter at all times and be prepared to abort the job if problems occur
* If the head gets trapped (e.g. tomb-stoning of a piece, mechanical failure) or any other problem occurs that causes or could cause fire, this is the process you should follow:
** Hit the emergency stop
** Open the lid and move the material from under the laser head assuming safe to do so (so it doesn't damage the optics)
** Blow out, smother with a spare sheet of material, or use the CO2 extinguisher to extinguish the flame as appropriate
* Ensure a Maintainer looks at the machine before it is brought back in to action if it is not obvious what went wrong and all is ok
* You should also make a note in the log if any of this happens with associated materials and settings so we can keep track of any particular materials/settings we should look at

'''FUMES''' - The laser cutting process will release different smoke and fumes depending on the material.
* Never cut PVC or a material you are not sure is safe. When PVC is heated it releases chlorine gas, this mixes with the moisture in the air and the result is hydrochloric acid which is toxic to humans and corrosive to machines.
* Ensure the filter is on and the cutter lid stays closed for a while after a job to allow the fumes to clear.
* If you are feeling strange, think the fume build up is too much, or for any other reason you are unsure, stop the job.

'''TRAPPING''' - The head and bed of the cutter can be moved by the front panel menu or programs in the machines memory.
* Be careful when working inside the cutting area or with the lid open not to trap hands, hair, clothing or anything else.
* Always check the machine for unexpected items that may have fallen in before closing the lid.
* Do not attempt to climb into the machine!

'''LASER BURNS/LIGHT''' - A 60W laser can do real damage.
* The laser should be safe within the confines of the machine, and cut-off automatically when the lid is open (although this should not be relied upon). The top window is safe to look through during a job, but do not attempt to interfere with these windows or the laser or in any way invent some way to look at the laser.
* Do not tamper with the laser cutter, or any interlocks. All side panels of the laser should always be closed and locked whilst the machine is plugged in.
* Do not put metal in the laser cutter.

== Can I cut it? ==

*Woody things
** Wood: yes! (be careful of fire)
** Plywood: yes if it is "laser ply". Normal plywood has non-laser compatible glue
** MDF: no. Clogs up our filters and smells bad.

*Plasticy things
** Acrylic / Perspex: yes!
** PVC/Vinyl: absolutely not. Produces chlorine.
** Silicone: we tried it with very limited success. A mm or two perhaps, anything else chars and doesn't cut.
** Delrin/Acetal: yes with great care.
** Teflon: no (it is toxic)
** Nylon: no (consult an owner)
** Polythene/polyethylene: no (consult an owner)
** Lexan/Polycarbonate: no (consult an owner)

*Papery things
** Card/Paper: yes! (be careful of fire)
** Tissue: yes if super super really careful (be REALLY careful of fire, have emergency procedure in place before you start)

*Metally things
** Metal of any thickness doesn't cut. Depending on the metal you may be able to engrave the surface.

*Exotics
** Fibre glass: no (unknown resin, glass particles)
** Carbon Fibre: no

Good list of info here: http://inventionstudio.gatech.edu/wiki/Laser_cutter

== Instructions ==

To use the laser cutter, you must have been trained and have had your name added to the trained user list; these instructions are not a substitute for this training. See the training section to understand how you can become qualified to use the laser cutter.

Although not a requirement, it is recommended someone else trained is also present when using the laser cutter. Having two pairs of eyes helps avoid forgotten steps, allows for double checking, clarifications and discussions, and ensures a greater pool of experience is both present and being built up as the laser is used.

'''Power Up'''

Give the machine a quick visual check. Make sure that there is nothing left on the bed, the water reservoir of the chiller looks normal, and that the equipment has no obvious damage or signs of being out-of-action. If the bed looks like it has residue on it, give it a wipe with IPA and a cloth.

Turn on primary switch on the trunking marked 'Laser'. The air filter system to the right of the laser cutter should start as should the air pump and the chiller. It should power up, make a decent amount of noise, and the lights should indicate the filter is in good condition (i.e. no need for replacement).

Make sure the lid is closed. Turn on the laser using the key on the right hand side. The inspection lamp should come on, a satisfying hum start up, and the cutter go into doing its self-checks.

Before doing any job, the laser should be left to warm up for 4-5 mins. While the machine warms up, power on the adjacent PC and start the LaserCut application from the desktop. During this time the water temperature shown on the chiller should drop from ambient temperature to the usual setting of 18C.

'''Load your Design'''

The PC software has an import facility which seems to be happy taking AutoCAD 2004 DXF files and other formats. The workspace of the laser bed is represented as the workarea in the LaserCut software. If the import doesn't do what you want size-wise, you can select the whole image and then use the 'size' command from the drop down menu to set the dimension you want. Clicking on the three dots ... symbol will adjust the other axis in the same proportion (keeping the aspect ratio fixed). Selecting the 'centre on bed' option will locate your imported drawing on the centre of the machine's cutting bed.

'''Assign Settings to Colours'''

Each part of your drawing that is assigned a different colour can have a different cut action assigned. Each colour will appear on the menu on the right hand side of the screen with numbers related to power and speed of the laser which will be used for the colour.

The main options are to Cut (line) or Engrave (raster fill). A marking on the material is a Cut. For each material and cutting depth required, a corresponding speed and power must be entered. The handbook provided with the machine gives suggested values for various materials but these should be considered as a starting point for a test. See the '''Power and Speed Settings''' section for our guidelines and experiences for these settings.

'''Download to the Cutter'''

Your drawing will feature a blue dot which represents the starting point of the laser; this is by default on the top right corner. In general, you will want to use "immediate" mode, which means this point represents wherever the laser is positioned when you start the job. You can also run the job in absolute mode by unchecking the box, making the job use absolute positioning on the workspace.

To download, select Download and Download Current; the download option will by default call the file on the laser cutter 'LASER'.

'''Set the Focus'''

Before each job, the focus needs to be checked and set by adjusting the height of the bed, and thus the work piece, from the lens. The critical dimension here is 41mm and several gauges made of perspex will be left around the machine. This gauge needs to be a fit between the top surface of the material you intend to cut and the white plastic 'flap' on the lens piece. The height of the table is adjusted using the UP and DOWN buttons. Failure to set the distance correctly will result in an out of focus laser and much bigger (but lower powered) cut line. Always ensure there is clearance between the material and laser head before the head moves.

'''Aligning and Testing the Job'''

The cutter's menu will show the most recent downloaded file highlighted. Pressing the 'test' button will make the head travel along the square maximum extends of the cuts. This shows you that you have the material in the right place, and you have enough of it! You can do this repeatedly, moving the work piece by hand or the laser head using the arrow keys (after hitting ESC), until you are confident you have things where you want them.

'''Cut the Job'''

When happy with the location of the material, close the lid and press 'start' to start the cutter. Watch the head and at least at first be prepared to press the 'stop' button immediately if you find you are burning massive holes in your work piece! This goes back to doing some tests on a sample of your material and making sure you are happy with the cut speeds and power you have selected. You should stay near the cutter at all times and be prepared to pause it or stop it in the event of fire.

<span style="color:red">'''DO NOT EVER LEAVE THE CUTTER UNATTENDED'''</span>

'''Finishing'''

The end of the job is signified by a beep. Waiting a few moments for the exhaust pump to clear any remaining smoke is a good idea, especially with wood, and will limit the build up of smells in the rest of the workshop. Remove your work piece, ensuring that all parts are cleared from the bed of the machine.

'''Power Down'''

The cutter is turned off using the key switch, then the air filtering system with the green rocker switch. Shut down the PC and double check that everything is left in a safe state for the next user.

'''Clean the bed of debris using the soft brush, then wipe down the bed using IPA and a cloth.'''

If you have been cutting particularly 'dirty' materials, most notable MDF and Ply which leave a sticky residue then you will need to use the course side of one of the oven pads and lots of 'elbow grease'. Residue on the bed can impact the next persons' job so please make the effort to clean up and leave the cutter as you would wish to find it.

Go away excited by what you can make and come back with lots more drawings!

== Power and Speed Settings ==

In due time we will try to build up a large sample stock of materials and record the values which work best. Here are the sample material tests we have so far:

<gallery>
File:Laser-schmoo-3mm-acrylic.JPG|3mm Acrylic
File:Laser-schmoo-10mm-acrylic.JPG|10mm Acrylic
File:Laser-schmoo-9mm-mdf.JPG|9mm MDF (note: do not cut MDF - see above!)
</gallery>

== Tips & Tricks ==

* If the laser cutter's user interface does not seem to respond/do what you want, hit "ESC" to return to 'normal mode'.
* The opaque white acrylic needs slightly stronger settings for surface cuts as they are not as visible as in the transparent acrylic (i.e., for similar effect you need a deeper cut). Otherwise seems to cut equivalently to transparent acrylics.
* If you want a tight fit of pieces or very accurate sizing, keep in mind that the laser beam has a width of just over 0.1 mm (maybe 0.11 or 0.12 mm). So all exterior cut lines should be offset by 0.05 mm; you can do this very easily in the LaserCutter Software with the "Offset" tool (units are in mm, so enter '0.05' and select 'Outer').
* The DXF file format stores values only (not values and units). The internal units in the LaserCutter are in mm. If you set your document's units to mm in the exporting CAD system it should work fine, but generally it is a good idea to have a piece of geometry of known length, e.g. a line 100mm long, or a box of known size around your design. This makes adjusting the scaling a lot easier.
* If you want to export a DXF from Inkscape (which is a great, free vector drawing package), then make sure you do "Object to path" from the Path menu for the whole object and then during the export stage, enable "use ROBO-Master type of spline output". This should make sure all the curves and so on work.
* There's now a page to help with Inkscape and our laser at [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter_Inkscape]]
* If the jog buttons (arrow keys moving the laser head around) are only moving the head in small single steps rather than moving it continuously, make sure that the jog step size is set to 0.0mm in the Jog Settings section of the menu.

== Material Stock ==
If you have any requests for material stock, please add them the [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter_Stock|Laser cutter stock]] page.

= Maintenance =

The maintenance of the Laser Cutter is carried out by the Owners, with some basic maintenance being carried out by Users on every job.

== Maintenance Schedule ==

Continuous Maintenance ('''Every job, done by all Laser Cutter Users''')
* Clean the laser bed with IPA and cloth or Swarfega wipes
* Clean any debris off laser bed and surround using soft brush

Basic Maintenance (Every week, done by Laser Cutter Maintainers)
* Clean the laser lens with IPA and cotton buds
* Oil the 3 runners with 3-in-one light oil
* Thoroughly clean the laser bed with IPA and cloth
* Check the water level in the cooling tank
* Clean and remove debris from the machine base and catchment drawer

Full Maintenance (Every 4 weeks, done by Laser Cutter Maintainers)
* Check the water is clean in the cooling tank (i.e. no contamination/organic build up)
* Check filter unit for filter renewal
* Oil the 4 rise and fall lead screws with 3-in-one light oil
* Check mirrors and clean with a disposable sachet lens cleaner cloth (only if needed, mirror coatings are delicate)
* Work through mirror alignment procedure to check alignment of mirrors

== Maintenance Log ==

'''Reactive Maintenance'''
* 15th Jan 2013, Simon Ford: Laser cutter not powering up, with switching on via key gives no activity whatsoever. No recollection of it cutting out during a job (Alexis), so assume it just stopped turning on at some point. Filter box and power sockets confirmed OK. Diagnosis: RCD in right back panel of Laser reset to off, no obvious reason why. Switching back on brought everything back to life OK.
* 22nd, Simon Ford; 29th, Nicholas - same again.

* Apr 2014, Mat Cook and Diana Probst: after previous changing of chiller water (Roger et al) the pump was complaining of lack of flow. Changed water and filtered, removed small blockage from rubber hose on laser tube.

* 16 Apr 2014, Toby and Diana: changed laser tube, refilled chiller. Laser cutter fully working.

'''Regular Maintenance'''
* Week Number, Date, Type, Owner (Notes)

2013
* January 7, Full, Chris @ HPCLaser'''
* January 14, Basic, Simon Ford
* January 21, Full, Simon Ford (running better than new :)'''
* ...various maintenance events happened...
* April 5th, Full, Simon Ford
* July 1st, Full, David Barham (realigned mirrors)
* July 15th, installed chiller

2014
* 16 Apr 2014, mirror alignment and optics checked after re-installation of tube. All fine. Toby and Diana.
* 19 May 2014, mirrors cleaned, earthing wire on lid tightened. Diana (and Mat's screwdriver)
* 21 May 2014, cleaned lens with Mat Cook. Diana
* 02 Jun 2014, removed and cleaned laser bed

== Maintenance Shopping List ==

* 3-in-one light oil
* Cotton Buds
* Lens cleaner sachets
* Soft paint/cleaning brush
* Thermometer for water tank
* Hand held CO2 extinguisher

= Further Information =

* [http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=11 LS 6090 PRO Laser Product Page]
* [http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=page&id=5&chapter=2 HPCLaser Technical Info]
* [http://www.laserscript.co.uk/phpBB3/ Laserscript Forum]

LaserCut 5.3
* [http://www.leetro.com/english/sale/35.html Homepage]
* [http://www.leetro.com/english/down/LaserCut5.3%20Manual%20V1.6.pdf Manual]

== Installation ==

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File:Laser_-_van.JPG
File:Makespace-laser-install-02.JPG
File:Laser_-_building_2.JPG
File:Laser_-_building.JPG
</gallery>

== Purchase ==

Full Purchase, Delivery and Installation (£6865.00+vat = £8238.00)
* [http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=11 LS 6090 PRO Laser engraving and cutting machine, 600mm by 900mm 60W] (£5250.00+vat)
* [http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2&products_id=34 Laser Fume Filter] (£1250.00+vat)
* Delivery (£190+vat)
* Installation/Training (£175+vat)

== Repairs ==

We expect to have to change the following parts for general maintenance:
* The laser tube (guess every 6-12 months)
* The filter (guess every 3-6 months)
* The optics (guess every 6-12 months)

Maintenance and Spares:
* [http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2&products_id=3 60 watt C02 laser tube] (£275.00+vat)
* [http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2&products_id=12 50 mm Focus Meniscus Lens] (£75.00+vat)
* Estimate for Call Out (£200.00)

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== IMPORTANT: New Wiki users ==

[2014-04-28]<br/>
Unfortunately, due to an intensive attack on this Wiki by spammers/hackers, we have been forced to take action to protect it. New users are likely to be blocked immediately. If you are a paid Makespace member, and have recently created a login on this Wiki, please do not be offended by this! Instead, please join the mailing list ([https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!forum/cammakespace click here] and look for the thread called [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups=#!topic/cammakespace/H5ajprpf46c "New Wiki users' unblocking requests"]) and request to be unblocked, including the name you gave us when you joined and your Wiki login name (but not your password!). An admin will verify your name against the membership list and unblock you.

We apologise for the inconvenience, and we hope that measures we are putting in place at the moment will make this only a short-term necessity.<br/>     -- Makespace Wiki admins

== What is in Makespace? ==

* '''[[Equipment|Our Equipment]]'''
* [[Infrastructure]]
* [[Things and stuff]] --- locator for smaller items

== How does Makespace work? ==

The space is great for individuals wanting to experiment, startups or companies wanting access to prototyping equipment, companies in the business who can come and do training and provide services beyond Makespace, and groups that want space to meet. Anyone who could benefit from a shared space focused on making things.

At its core is a membership-based structure; the price of membership is £40/month inc VAT for full membership for 24/7 RFID access, or £33/month inc VAT for full student membership (no access outside of Cambridge university terms).

It is a community run space; see:

* [http://makespace.org Makespace Main Website]
* [[Policies]] - ie how stuff works
* [[Latest member news]]
* Non-exhaustive [[People|list of people]] currently involved. Members are encouraged to post their details on the wall in the Makespace classroom. See also [[members wall]]

== Getting involved ==

If you'd like to express interest in Makespace, keep up to date with how things are going, or find out about upcoming real-world meetings, please join our [http://www.meetup.com/makespace Meetup] group.

This is our main community list and you can see archive update posts on meetup, or [[Updates|here]].

We also have a mailing list at http://groups.google.com/group/cammakespace. You can email the list at cammakespace@googlegroups.com. Posts from new users may be held for moderation.

We are also present on IRC. Join #makespace on Freenode. You can also access this via your browser at http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=makespace

And it doesn't just have to be electronic; here are some extra resources to help you spread the word in the real world:
* [http://files.meetup.com/1669256/a5poster.pdf A5 Flyer]
* [http://files.meetup.com/1669256/makespace-poster.pdf A4 Poster]
Please post them in offices, clubs, related shops, and anywhere you think will catch the eye of an interested person! (we'll make up to date ones soon!)

If you'd like to contribute to plans on the wiki, go for it. The [[Currently active and interesting]] page will show you where the action is at the moment.

Help make sure everyone who should know about Makespace knows about Makespace!

Various ways of how the Makespace community interacts are listed here: [[Communications]]

Consider becoming an Owner or Trainer.
A list of equipment owners can be found here [[OwnersPage]]

== Building Makespace Projects ==

The founder members are now working on '''how the space should be used''' and the '''projects to make it happen''':
* [[Space layout ideas]]
* [[Storage]]
* [[Kit wishlist]]
* [[Equipment status database]]
* [[Computers]]
* [[Makespace member guidelines]]
* [[How to do stuff for Makespace]]
* [[Layout]]
* [[Cakespace]]

== Personal and Other Projects ==

* [[Projects|Makespace projects]]
* [[Arts and crafts]]
* [[Plants]]

We are also working on outreach activities as follows:
* [[Family Makers]]
* [[Student Society]]
* [[Arduino and Cake]]

Previous projects:
* [[Engineering Festival 2011]]

== Social Meetings ==
There are always socials - and meetups and other things! The canonical means of arranging these is via Meetup: http://www.meetup.com/Makespace Check out [[Events policy|how to run an event in Makespace]].

== Formal Meetings ==
There are write-ups of planning and member meetings at [[Makespace/Meetings | Meetings]].

== Sponsorship and Donations! ==
Makespace is made possible by membership fees and sponsorship, and also support from Ideaspace. We gratefully receive any donations, however small, that can help with developing, running and improving Makespace for everyone.

Also, we accept donations-in-kind. Head over to [[DonationsWelcome]], where we're tracking the things we need and the things people have that we might need, and read our [[Donations Policy]] about how to donate things.

Thanks!

==Links==
[https://delicious.com/makespace Here] we keep our links and Refs for inspiration, suppliers, other hacker/makerspaces and the daily what. Do not hesitate to chip in.( u and p both = makespace]

Some information about other groups around the world that may be of interest can be found on the [[Links|Links page]].

Some projects may need external [[Service Suppliers]] for things we can't do in-house.

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[[File:WIP+Makespace-dan.png|thumb|frameless|400px|Makespace]]
[http://makespace.org Makespace Homepage] / Wiki

== IMPORTANT: New Wiki users ==

[2014-04-28]<br/>
Unfortunately, due to an intensive attack on this Wiki by spammers/hackers, we have been forced to take action to protect it. New users are likely to be blocked immediately. If you are a paid Makespace member, please do not be offended by this! Instead, please join the mailing list ([https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!forum/cammakespace click here]) and request to be unblocked, including the name you gave us when you joined. An admin will verify your name against the membership list and unblock you.

We apologise for the inconvenience, and we hope that measures we are putting in place at the moment will make this only a short-term necessity.<br/>     -- Makespace Wiki admins

== What is in Makespace? ==

* '''[[Equipment|Our Equipment]]'''
* [[Infrastructure]]
* [[Things and stuff]] --- locator for smaller items

== How does Makespace work? ==

The space is great for individuals wanting to experiment, startups or companies wanting access to prototyping equipment, companies in the business who can come and do training and provide services beyond Makespace, and groups that want space to meet. Anyone who could benefit from a shared space focused on making things.

At its core is a membership-based structure; the price of membership is £40/month inc VAT for full membership for 24/7 RFID access, or £33/month inc VAT for full student membership (no access outside of Cambridge university terms).

It is a community run space; see:

* [http://makespace.org Makespace Main Website]
* [[Policies]] - ie how stuff works
* [[Latest member news]]
* Non-exhaustive [[People|list of people]] currently involved. Members are encouraged to post their details on the wall in the Makespace classroom. See also [[members wall]]

== Getting involved ==

If you'd like to express interest in Makespace, keep up to date with how things are going, or find out about upcoming real-world meetings, please join our [http://www.meetup.com/makespace Meetup] group.

This is our main community list and you can see archive update posts on meetup, or [[Updates|here]].

We also have a mailing list at http://groups.google.com/group/cammakespace. You can email the list at cammakespace@googlegroups.com. Posts from new users may be held for moderation.

We are also present on IRC. Join #makespace on Freenode. You can also access this via your browser at http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=makespace

And it doesn't just have to be electronic; here are some extra resources to help you spread the word in the real world:
* [http://files.meetup.com/1669256/a5poster.pdf A5 Flyer]
* [http://files.meetup.com/1669256/makespace-poster.pdf A4 Poster]
Please post them in offices, clubs, related shops, and anywhere you think will catch the eye of an interested person! (we'll make up to date ones soon!)

If you'd like to contribute to plans on the wiki, go for it. The [[Currently active and interesting]] page will show you where the action is at the moment.

Help make sure everyone who should know about Makespace knows about Makespace!

Various ways of how the Makespace community interacts are listed here: [[Communications]]

Consider becoming an Owner or Trainer.
A list of equipment owners can be found here [[OwnersPage]]

== Building Makespace Projects ==

The founder members are now working on '''how the space should be used''' and the '''projects to make it happen''':
* [[Space layout ideas]]
* [[Storage]]
* [[Kit wishlist]]
* [[Equipment status database]]
* [[Computers]]
* [[Makespace member guidelines]]
* [[How to do stuff for Makespace]]
* [[Layout]]
* [[Cakespace]]

== Personal and Other Projects ==

* [[Projects|Makespace projects]]
* [[Arts and crafts]]
* [[Plants]]

We are also working on outreach activities as follows:
* [[Family Makers]]
* [[Student Society]]
* [[Arduino and Cake]]

Previous projects:
* [[Engineering Festival 2011]]

== Social Meetings ==
There are always socials - and meetups and other things! The canonical means of arranging these is via Meetup: http://www.meetup.com/Makespace Check out [[Events policy|how to run an event in Makespace]].

== Formal Meetings ==
There are write-ups of planning and member meetings at [[Makespace/Meetings | Meetings]].

== Sponsorship and Donations! ==
Makespace is made possible by membership fees and sponsorship, and also support from Ideaspace. We gratefully receive any donations, however small, that can help with developing, running and improving Makespace for everyone.

Also, we accept donations-in-kind. Head over to [[DonationsWelcome]], where we're tracking the things we need and the things people have that we might need, and read our [[Donations Policy]] about how to donate things.

Thanks!

==Links==
[https://delicious.com/makespace Here] we keep our links and Refs for inspiration, suppliers, other hacker/makerspaces and the daily what. Do not hesitate to chip in.( u and p both = makespace]

Some information about other groups around the world that may be of interest can be found on the [[Links|Links page]].

Some projects may need external [[Service Suppliers]] for things we can't do in-house.

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Equipment/Electronics Workbenches

2013-11-05T14:28:58Z

JonGreen: /* Equipment */ List current equipment in more detail

[[Equipment|Equipment]] / Electronics Workbenches

Workbenches for electronics and precision work.

[[File:Electronics-thumb.jpg]]

== Benches ==

* 2x 1800mm x 900mm ESD cantilever benches http://www.bigdug.co.uk/workshop-benches-c348/antistatic-workbenches-c721/antistatic-workbenches-capacity-300kgs-pp4582

== Equipment ==

<gallery>
File:1836058-40.jpg|[http://cpc.farnell.com/tenma/72-8700/power-supply-bench-2x-32v-5a/dp/IN06096 Dual 32V, 5A Bench Power Supply]
</gallery>

=== Components and small tools ===

* PCB holders or "helping hands"
* Magnifying lamps
* Side cutters
* Multimeters
* Wire
* Selection of basic components (res, caps, v-reg, basic digital logic, basic IC's - 555,358, connectors, cable)

=== Electronic and soldering equipment ===

* Soldering irons:
** 2x Tenma AT60D soldering stations (up to 400C)

* Rework station:
** (Need more information here)

* Bench power supplies (e.g. a mix of 5V, 12V, variable, and multi-rail PSUs)
** Farnell AP20-80: up to 20V at up to 80A
** Hameg HM7042-3 dual: each channel up to 32V at up to 2A
** Tenma 72-8695 two channels each up to 32V at up to 3A, plus a single fixed 5V/2A channel

* Oscilloscopes:
** Hameg HM-203s 20MHz analogue
** Philips PM 3217 50MHz analogue

* Signal generators:
** Thurlby Thandar TG212 0.1Hz-2MHz function generator (sine, square, sawtooth)
** Black*Star Jupiter 500 0.1Hz-500kHz function generator (sine, square, sawtooth)

* Universal counter:
** Thurlby Thandar TF830 1.3GHz high resolution reciprocal measurement

* Timer/counter:
** Philips PM6622 80MHz

* Logic analyser:
** HP 16500A (status unknown: may not be operational but has probes pack)

=== Notes ===

It would be nice if someone could dig out URLs for manuals for the above, if available, and link to them from their listing lines.

== Requirements Notes ==

Wishlist
* Abrasive pen
* Heatsink tweezers
* Logic Analyser
* spectrum analyser
* ESD handling equipment, eg. anti-static mats, wrist-strap, earth points, tester
* USB microscope with monitor?

Bench Requirements (based on conversations with lots of people!)
* Height: Standard workstation/stool height (~840mm) rather than desk/chair height - allows working standing or sitting on stools
* Depth: Standard electronics workstation depth of ~900mm to allow for equipment at the back whilst still giving decent workspace
* ESD - whilst some people don't care, other seem to care a lot, so assume antistatic worksurface
* Structure - A long workbench surface along the wall of the main workshop, approximately 4m; Options:
** Standard electronics workbenches (metal structure bench with drawers below left/right, back power strip at back, raised shelf)
** Basic electronics workbences without storage below, cantilever or 4-post design
** Worksurface (e.g. kitchen) fixed to wall with some drawer units as stands (e.g. ikea)
* Other considerations:
** Allow for a variable number of people to sit at it (i.e. bucnh up, couple of people around same project)
** Decent storage for all the basic tools, components
** Some form of raised area for scopes/test equipment
** Very sturdy - i.e. wont move if lent on, pushed against etc

Member's Skills

2013-10-31T00:32:27Z

JonGreen: Add self (User:JonGreen)

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= Skills =

If you have knowledge to share with others, or are looking for expertise, check out the [[SkillsKnowhow|skills exchange]].

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2013-10-31T00:29:13Z

JonGreen: Jon Green

Jon Green

User:JonGreen

2013-10-31T00:17:18Z

JonGreen: Added Twitter link to handle.

I'm an entrepreneurial software consultant, CTO type and occasional CEO, with just shy of 30 years' commercial experience. My main focus at the moment's my consultancy ([http://www.adeptium.com/ Adeptium Consulting Ltd.]), but I'm open to CTO or CEO opportunities, particularly in startups and SMEs.

I tend to specialise in embedded systems (non-computer devices that have processors - anything from set-top boxes to satellites), and "cloud" technologies. Check my [http://uk.linkedin.com/in/jonsgreen/ LinkedIn profile] for more professional stuff. I'm also interested in low energy computing and green technologies.

I'm passionate about science, and space in particular. I do that for pay too - my code's in one satellite that's already launched, and there are several more scheduled to orbit in the next year or two.

Through Adeptium, I'm organising a series of sub-orbital launches to test out remote sensing technologies, do some hard science...and get some cool pictures from the edge of space. Almost all of the design and construction falls to me. There's more at the [http://stars-project.adeptium.com/ STARS Project] mini-site. If you find me in the main lab, up to my ears in wires, sensors and unruly processors, I'm doing the make for STARS-1 or its successors. Or just having fun!

Outside work and geeky* hobbies, I'm a Dad of two kids, husband of a lovely and long-suffering wife, play many instruments (to varying levels of ineptitude), write, chase ferrets, and yearn to get back in the cockpit to fly gliders and those strange glider-like things with noisy bits on the front. I have a surfboard, two wetsuits, and never enough time to use them.

I can be emailed at makespace(dot)org(at)adeptium(dot)com. Sorry for the obfustication, but I'm fed up with spammers scraping my email addresses!

I'm on Twitter as [http://twitter.com/jongreen_uk @jongreen_uk].

<i>* I'm an unashamed geek, and wear the badge with pride! But, hey, same goes for almost all the other Makers here, yes?</i>

User:JonGreen

2013-10-31T00:14:16Z

JonGreen: First cut of self-intro

I'm an entrepreneurial software consultant, CTO type and occasional CEO, with just shy of 30 years' commercial experience. My main focus at the moment's my consultancy ([http://www.adeptium.com/ Adeptium Consulting Ltd.]), but I'm open to CTO or CEO opportunities, particularly in startups and SMEs.

I tend to specialise in embedded systems (non-computer devices that have processors - anything from set-top boxes to satellites), and "cloud" technologies. Check my [http://uk.linkedin.com/in/jonsgreen/ LinkedIn profile] for more professional stuff. I'm also interested in low energy computing and green technologies.

I'm passionate about science, and space in particular. I do that for pay too - my code's in one satellite that's already launched, and there are several more scheduled to orbit in the next year or two.

Through Adeptium, I'm organising a series of sub-orbital launches to test out remote sensing technologies, do some hard science...and get some cool pictures from the edge of space. Almost all of the design and construction falls to me. There's more at the [http://stars-project.adeptium.com/ STARS Project] mini-site. If you find me in the main lab, up to my ears in wires, sensors and unruly processors, I'm doing the make for STARS-1 or its successors. Or just having fun!

Outside work and geeky* hobbies, I'm a Dad of two kids, husband of a lovely and long-suffering wife, play many instruments (to varying levels of ineptitude), write, chase ferrets, and yearn to get back in the cockpit to fly gliders and those strange glider-like things with noisy bits on the front. I have a surfboard, two wetsuits, and never enough time to use them.

I can be emailed at makespace(dot)org(at)adeptium(dot)com. Sorry for the obfustication, but I'm fed up with spammers scraping my email addresses!

I'm on Twitter as @jongreen_uk.

<i>* I'm an unashamed geek, and wear the badge with pride! But, hey, same goes for almost all the other Makers here, yes?</i>