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<p>HaleyM: /* Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==FDM 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk3s_en_3_11.pdf Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers<br /> ** Build Volume: 250 x 200 x 200 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: SD Card<br /> **Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: No<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: No<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa i3 MK3S &amp; MK3S+ (0.4 nozzle)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_xl_104_en.pdf Prusa XL 5 Head Multimaterial] printer<br /> **Build Volume: 360 x 360 x 360 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: Yes, with mixed filament types<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa XL - 5T Input Shaper 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> * 3 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk4s_mk39s_101_en.pdf Prusa MK4S] printers with [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mmu3_en_1_03.pdf MMU3] for multicolor printing<br /> **Build Volume: 250 x 210 x 220 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multicolor: Yes, with same filament type<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa MK4S MMU3 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> ==Resin 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> ==Use Resrictions==<br /> <br /> ===Number of Printers===<br /> Limit the number of printers you use simultaneously. We ask that you use no more than:<br /> <br /> * One reservable printer at a time (Prusa XL or Prusa MK4S+MMU)<br /> * Two printers total. You can use up to 4 single color printers, so long as the print time of each print is under 1 hour.<br /> <br /> ===Print Time===<br /> We try to make sure that everyone at Maker Nexus can access the printers when they need them. Limit your print time on any individual printer to 48 hours. After a 48 hour print, please leave the machine available to others for at least 24 hours before starting your next print.<br /> <br /> If you need to use multiple rolls of filament to get your work finished within the time limit, you can set up SpoolJoin on the Multimaterial machines to automatically change to the next spool. Please don’t leave a print waiting for a filament change for long periods of time.<br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RRtpL_ArT8bmhTwsHfWM0S00QUXDS4GYwntXJ3arVms/edit?tab=t.0 3D Printing with Prusa FDM Printers]<br /> *[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oATjCNQYaHCrVBjNqSAHyeLIDqMVk16OgbEXNvUa9I4/edit?tab=t.0 Resin 3D Printing with Form 3]<br /> <br /> You must be logged in with your Maker Nexus Google account to view training documents.<br /> <br /> === FDM Materials ===<br /> The three types of filament allowed on the open air printers are PLA, PETG and TPU. We also allow ABS, ASA, PC and HIPS printing on our single color enclosed MK3S. Other filaments are not allowed; see our [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RRtpL_ArT8bmhTwsHfWM0S00QUXDS4GYwntXJ3arVms/ class handout] for more info. If you have a type of filament that isn't listed, visit the #3DPrinters channel on Slack to ask about it!<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It MUST be printed on a printer that has a hardened steel nozzle installed. For less aggressive filled filaments (glow in the dark, wood, matte etc.) please use a printer with the hardened steel nozzle if one is available.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Home Machine Maintenance - Big Globs of Plastic===<br /> <br /> If you see a large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, ask for help from a staff member! However, if you're looking for tips on fixing the on your home machine, here is a guide. PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS ON A MAKER NEXUS MACHINE.<br /> <br /> Don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=5267 2025-07-14T22:26:03Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Materials Recommendations */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==FDM 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk3s_en_3_11.pdf Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers<br /> ** Build Volume: 250 x 200 x 200 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: SD Card<br /> **Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: No<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: No<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa i3 MK3S &amp; MK3S+ (0.4 nozzle)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_xl_104_en.pdf Prusa XL 5 Head Multimaterial] printer<br /> **Build Volume: 360 x 360 x 360 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: Yes, with mixed filament types<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa XL - 5T Input Shaper 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> * 3 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk4s_mk39s_101_en.pdf Prusa MK4S] printers with [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mmu3_en_1_03.pdf MMU3] for multicolor printing<br /> **Build Volume: 250 x 210 x 220 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multicolor: Yes, with same filament type<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa MK4S MMU3 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> ==Resin 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> ==Use Resrictions==<br /> <br /> ===Number of Printers===<br /> Limit the number of printers you use simultaneously. We ask that you use no more than:<br /> <br /> * One reservable printer at a time (Prusa XL or Prusa MK4S+MMU)<br /> * Two printers total. You can use up to 4 single color printers, so long as the print time of each print is under 1 hour.<br /> <br /> ===Print Time===<br /> We try to make sure that everyone at Maker Nexus can access the printers when they need them. Limit your print time on any individual printer to 48 hours. After a 48 hour print, please leave the machine available to others for at least 24 hours before starting your next print.<br /> <br /> If you need to use multiple rolls of filament to get your work finished within the time limit, you can set up SpoolJoin on the Multimaterial machines to automatically change to the next spool. Please don’t leave a print waiting for a filament change for long periods of time.<br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RRtpL_ArT8bmhTwsHfWM0S00QUXDS4GYwntXJ3arVms/edit?tab=t.0 3D Printing with Prusa FDM Printers]<br /> *[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oATjCNQYaHCrVBjNqSAHyeLIDqMVk16OgbEXNvUa9I4/edit?tab=t.0 Resin 3D Printing with Form 3]<br /> <br /> You must be logged in with your Maker Nexus Google account to view training documents.<br /> <br /> === FDM Materials ===<br /> The three types of filament allowed on the open air printers are PLA, PETG and TPU. We also allow ABS, ASA, PC and HIPS printing on our single color enclosed MK3S. Other filaments are not allowed; see our [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RRtpL_ArT8bmhTwsHfWM0S00QUXDS4GYwntXJ3arVms/ class handout] for more info. If you have a type of filament that isn't listed, visit the #3DPrinters channel on Slack to ask about it!<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It MUST be printed on a printer that has a hardened steel nozzle installed. For less aggressive filled filaments (glow in the dark, wood, matte etc.) please use a printer with the hardened steel nozzle if one is available.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=5266 2025-07-14T22:25:33Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Materials Recommendations */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==FDM 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk3s_en_3_11.pdf Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers<br /> ** Build Volume: 250 x 200 x 200 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: SD Card<br /> **Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: No<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: No<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa i3 MK3S &amp; MK3S+ (0.4 nozzle)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_xl_104_en.pdf Prusa XL 5 Head Multimaterial] printer<br /> **Build Volume: 360 x 360 x 360 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: Yes, with mixed filament types<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa XL - 5T Input Shaper 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> * 3 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk4s_mk39s_101_en.pdf Prusa MK4S] printers with [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mmu3_en_1_03.pdf MMU3] for multicolor printing<br /> **Build Volume: 250 x 210 x 220 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multicolor: Yes, with same filament type<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa MK4S MMU3 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> ==Resin 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> ==Use Resrictions==<br /> <br /> ===Number of Printers===<br /> Limit the number of printers you use simultaneously. We ask that you use no more than:<br /> <br /> * One reservable printer at a time (Prusa XL or Prusa MK4S+MMU)<br /> * Two printers total. You can use up to 4 single color printers, so long as the print time of each print is under 1 hour.<br /> <br /> ===Print Time===<br /> We try to make sure that everyone at Maker Nexus can access the printers when they need them. Limit your print time on any individual printer to 48 hours. After a 48 hour print, please leave the machine available to others for at least 24 hours before starting your next print.<br /> <br /> If you need to use multiple rolls of filament to get your work finished within the time limit, you can set up SpoolJoin on the Multimaterial machines to automatically change to the next spool. Please don’t leave a print waiting for a filament change for long periods of time.<br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RRtpL_ArT8bmhTwsHfWM0S00QUXDS4GYwntXJ3arVms/edit?tab=t.0 3D Printing with Prusa FDM Printers]<br /> *[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oATjCNQYaHCrVBjNqSAHyeLIDqMVk16OgbEXNvUa9I4/edit?tab=t.0 Resin 3D Printing with Form 3]<br /> <br /> You must be logged in with your Maker Nexus Google account to view training documents.<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> The three types of filament allowed on the open air printers are PLA, PETG and TPU. We also allow ABS, ASA, PC and HIPS printing on our single color enclosed MK3S. Other filaments are not allowed; see our [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RRtpL_ArT8bmhTwsHfWM0S00QUXDS4GYwntXJ3arVms/ class handout] for more info. If you have a type of filament that isn't listed, visit the #3DPrinters channel on Slack to ask about it!<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It MUST be printed on a printer that has a hardened steel nozzle installed. For less aggressive filled filaments (glow in the dark, wood, matte etc.) please use a printer with the hardened steel nozzle if one is available.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=5265 2025-07-14T21:46:34Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Equipment Training Documents */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==FDM 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk3s_en_3_11.pdf Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers<br /> ** Build Volume: 250 x 200 x 200 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: SD Card<br /> **Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: No<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: No<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa i3 MK3S &amp; MK3S+ (0.4 nozzle)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_xl_104_en.pdf Prusa XL 5 Head Multimaterial] printer<br /> **Build Volume: 360 x 360 x 360 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: Yes, with mixed filament types<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa XL - 5T Input Shaper 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> * 3 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk4s_mk39s_101_en.pdf Prusa MK4S] printers with [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mmu3_en_1_03.pdf MMU3] for multicolor printing<br /> **Build Volume: 250 x 210 x 220 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multicolor: Yes, with same filament type<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa MK4S MMU3 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> ==Resin 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> ==Use Resrictions==<br /> <br /> ===Number of Printers===<br /> Limit the number of printers you use simultaneously. We ask that you use no more than:<br /> <br /> * One reservable printer at a time (Prusa XL or Prusa MK4S+MMU)<br /> * Two printers total. You can use up to 4 single color printers, so long as the print time of each print is under 1 hour.<br /> <br /> ===Print Time===<br /> We try to make sure that everyone at Maker Nexus can access the printers when they need them. Limit your print time on any individual printer to 48 hours. After a 48 hour print, please leave the machine available to others for at least 24 hours before starting your next print.<br /> <br /> If you need to use multiple rolls of filament to get your work finished within the time limit, you can set up SpoolJoin on the Multimaterial machines to automatically change to the next spool. Please don’t leave a print waiting for a filament change for long periods of time.<br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RRtpL_ArT8bmhTwsHfWM0S00QUXDS4GYwntXJ3arVms/edit?tab=t.0 3D Printing with Prusa FDM Printers]<br /> *[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oATjCNQYaHCrVBjNqSAHyeLIDqMVk16OgbEXNvUa9I4/edit?tab=t.0 Resin 3D Printing with Form 3]<br /> <br /> You must be logged in with your Maker Nexus Google account to view training documents.<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> Prusa has a nice [https://help.prusa3d.com/en/materials materials guide] with interesting information.<br /> <br /> Delrin? While it extrudes at typical temperatures, Delrin doesn't stick to any of the heat beds you normally find on FDM printers. Apparently it wants to be printed onto wood or cellulose in a sealed heated chamber. The Prusas have metal heat beds and are open air. There are some hacks for printing Delrin on metal beds, but they involve adhesives, and we don't allow those on our shop machines because they can damage the coatings that are already on the steel build plates.<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It can be printed with one of our Prusas that has the hardened steel nozzle installed.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=5264 2025-07-14T21:42:55Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Print Time */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==FDM 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk3s_en_3_11.pdf Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers<br /> ** Build Volume: 250 x 200 x 200 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: SD Card<br /> **Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: No<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: No<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa i3 MK3S &amp; MK3S+ (0.4 nozzle)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_xl_104_en.pdf Prusa XL 5 Head Multimaterial] printer<br /> **Build Volume: 360 x 360 x 360 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: Yes, with mixed filament types<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa XL - 5T Input Shaper 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> * 3 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk4s_mk39s_101_en.pdf Prusa MK4S] printers with [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mmu3_en_1_03.pdf MMU3] for multicolor printing<br /> **Build Volume: 250 x 210 x 220 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multicolor: Yes, with same filament type<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa MK4S MMU3 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> ==Resin 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> ==Use Resrictions==<br /> <br /> ===Number of Printers===<br /> Limit the number of printers you use simultaneously. We ask that you use no more than:<br /> <br /> * One reservable printer at a time (Prusa XL or Prusa MK4S+MMU)<br /> * Two printers total. You can use up to 4 single color printers, so long as the print time of each print is under 1 hour.<br /> <br /> ===Print Time===<br /> We try to make sure that everyone at Maker Nexus can access the printers when they need them. Limit your print time on any individual printer to 48 hours. After a 48 hour print, please leave the machine available to others for at least 24 hours before starting your next print.<br /> <br /> If you need to use multiple rolls of filament to get your work finished within the time limit, you can set up SpoolJoin on the Multimaterial machines to automatically change to the next spool. Please don’t leave a print waiting for a filament change for long periods of time.<br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[[BOSS 3D Printing with Prusa i3 MK3]]<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> Prusa has a nice [https://help.prusa3d.com/en/materials materials guide] with interesting information.<br /> <br /> Delrin? While it extrudes at typical temperatures, Delrin doesn't stick to any of the heat beds you normally find on FDM printers. Apparently it wants to be printed onto wood or cellulose in a sealed heated chamber. The Prusas have metal heat beds and are open air. There are some hacks for printing Delrin on metal beds, but they involve adhesives, and we don't allow those on our shop machines because they can damage the coatings that are already on the steel build plates.<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It can be printed with one of our Prusas that has the hardened steel nozzle installed.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=5263 2025-07-14T21:41:55Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Number of Printers */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==FDM 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk3s_en_3_11.pdf Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers<br /> ** Build Volume: 250 x 200 x 200 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: SD Card<br /> **Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: No<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: No<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa i3 MK3S &amp; MK3S+ (0.4 nozzle)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_xl_104_en.pdf Prusa XL 5 Head Multimaterial] printer<br /> **Build Volume: 360 x 360 x 360 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: Yes, with mixed filament types<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa XL - 5T Input Shaper 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> * 3 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk4s_mk39s_101_en.pdf Prusa MK4S] printers with [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mmu3_en_1_03.pdf MMU3] for multicolor printing<br /> **Build Volume: 250 x 210 x 220 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multicolor: Yes, with same filament type<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa MK4S MMU3 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> ==Resin 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> ==Use Resrictions==<br /> <br /> ===Number of Printers===<br /> Limit the number of printers you use simultaneously. We ask that you use no more than:<br /> <br /> * One reservable printer at a time (Prusa XL or Prusa MK4S+MMU)<br /> * Two printers total. You can use up to 4 single color printers, so long as the print time of each print is under 1 hour.<br /> <br /> ===Print Time===<br /> Limit your print time on the XL and MK4 multimaterial printers to 48 hours. We try to make sure that everyone at Maker Nexus can access the printers when they need them. After a 48 hour print, please leave the machine available to others for at least 24 hours before starting your next print.<br /> If you need to use multiple rolls of filament to get your work finished within the time limit, you can set up SpoolJoin on the Multimaterial machines to automatically change to the next spool. Please don’t leave a print waiting for a filament change for long periods of time. <br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[[BOSS 3D Printing with Prusa i3 MK3]]<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> Prusa has a nice [https://help.prusa3d.com/en/materials materials guide] with interesting information.<br /> <br /> Delrin? While it extrudes at typical temperatures, Delrin doesn't stick to any of the heat beds you normally find on FDM printers. Apparently it wants to be printed onto wood or cellulose in a sealed heated chamber. The Prusas have metal heat beds and are open air. There are some hacks for printing Delrin on metal beds, but they involve adhesives, and we don't allow those on our shop machines because they can damage the coatings that are already on the steel build plates.<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It can be printed with one of our Prusas that has the hardened steel nozzle installed.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=5262 2025-07-14T21:39:41Z

<p>HaleyM: /* FDM 3D Printers */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==FDM 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk3s_en_3_11.pdf Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers<br /> ** Build Volume: 250 x 200 x 200 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: SD Card<br /> **Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: No<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: No<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa i3 MK3S &amp; MK3S+ (0.4 nozzle)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_xl_104_en.pdf Prusa XL 5 Head Multimaterial] printer<br /> **Build Volume: 360 x 360 x 360 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: Yes, with mixed filament types<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa XL - 5T Input Shaper 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> * 3 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk4s_mk39s_101_en.pdf Prusa MK4S] printers with [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mmu3_en_1_03.pdf MMU3] for multicolor printing<br /> **Build Volume: 250 x 210 x 220 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multicolor: Yes, with same filament type<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa MK4S MMU3 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> ==Resin 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> ==Use Resrictions==<br /> <br /> ===Number of Printers===<br /> Limit the number of printers you use simultaneously. We ask that you use no more than:<br /> * Two of the small single color Prusa printers. You can use up to 4 single color printers, so long as the print time of all prints is under 1 hour.<br /> * One Prusa XL, or:<br /> * One of the small multimaterial Prusas.<br /> <br /> ===Print Time===<br /> Limit your print time on the XL and MK4 multimaterial printers to 48 hours. We try to make sure that everyone at Maker Nexus can access the printers when they need them. After a 48 hour print, please leave the machine available to others for at least 24 hours before starting your next print.<br /> If you need to use multiple rolls of filament to get your work finished within the time limit, you can set up SpoolJoin on the Multimaterial machines to automatically change to the next spool. Please don’t leave a print waiting for a filament change for long periods of time. <br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[[BOSS 3D Printing with Prusa i3 MK3]]<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> Prusa has a nice [https://help.prusa3d.com/en/materials materials guide] with interesting information.<br /> <br /> Delrin? While it extrudes at typical temperatures, Delrin doesn't stick to any of the heat beds you normally find on FDM printers. Apparently it wants to be printed onto wood or cellulose in a sealed heated chamber. The Prusas have metal heat beds and are open air. There are some hacks for printing Delrin on metal beds, but they involve adhesives, and we don't allow those on our shop machines because they can damage the coatings that are already on the steel build plates.<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It can be printed with one of our Prusas that has the hardened steel nozzle installed.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=5261 2025-07-14T21:38:31Z

<p>HaleyM: </p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==FDM 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk3s_en_3_11.pdf Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers<br /> ** Build Volume: 250 x 200 x 200 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: SD Card<br /> **Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: No<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: No<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa i3 MK3S &amp; MK3S+ (0.4 nozzle)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_xl_104_en.pdf Prusa XL 5 Head Multimaterial] printer<br /> **Build Volume: 360 x 360 x 360 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: Yes<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa XL - 5T Input Shaper 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> * 3 [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk4s_mk39s_101_en.pdf Prusa MK4S] printers with [https://www.prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mmu3_en_1_03.pdf MMU3] for multicolor printing<br /> **Build Volume: 250 x 210 x 220 mm<br /> **Loads Files From: USB Stick<br /> **Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm<br /> **Multimaterial: Yes<br /> **Automatic Sheet Detection: Yes<br /> **PrusaSlicer Profile: Original Prusa MK4S MMU3 0.4 nozzle<br /> <br /> ==Resin 3D Printers==<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> ==Use Resrictions==<br /> <br /> ===Number of Printers===<br /> Limit the number of printers you use simultaneously. We ask that you use no more than:<br /> * Two of the small single color Prusa printers. You can use up to 4 single color printers, so long as the print time of all prints is under 1 hour.<br /> * One Prusa XL, or:<br /> * One of the small multimaterial Prusas.<br /> <br /> ===Print Time===<br /> Limit your print time on the XL and MK4 multimaterial printers to 48 hours. We try to make sure that everyone at Maker Nexus can access the printers when they need them. After a 48 hour print, please leave the machine available to others for at least 24 hours before starting your next print.<br /> If you need to use multiple rolls of filament to get your work finished within the time limit, you can set up SpoolJoin on the Multimaterial machines to automatically change to the next spool. Please don’t leave a print waiting for a filament change for long periods of time. <br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[[BOSS 3D Printing with Prusa i3 MK3]]<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> Prusa has a nice [https://help.prusa3d.com/en/materials materials guide] with interesting information.<br /> <br /> Delrin? While it extrudes at typical temperatures, Delrin doesn't stick to any of the heat beds you normally find on FDM printers. Apparently it wants to be printed onto wood or cellulose in a sealed heated chamber. The Prusas have metal heat beds and are open air. There are some hacks for printing Delrin on metal beds, but they involve adhesives, and we don't allow those on our shop machines because they can damage the coatings that are already on the steel build plates.<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It can be printed with one of our Prusas that has the hardened steel nozzle installed.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=5133 2025-04-28T19:38:02Z

<p>HaleyM: </p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==3D Printers at Maker Nexus==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/category/original-prusa-i3-mk3s/ Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers (build volume 250 x 210 x 210 mm)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/product/original-prusa-xl/ Prusa XL] printers (build volume 360 x 360 x 360 mm)<br /> <br /> * 3 Prusa MK4s with Multimaterial Upgrade for multicolor printing (build volume 250 x 210 x 220 mm)<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> ==Use Resrictions==<br /> <br /> ===Number of Printers===<br /> Limit the number of printers you use simultaneously. We ask that you use no more than:<br /> * Two of the small single color Prusa printers. You can use up to 4 single color printers, so long as the print time of all prints is under 1 hour.<br /> * One Prusa XL, or:<br /> * One of the small multimaterial Prusas.<br /> <br /> ===Print Time===<br /> Limit your print time on the XL and MK4 multimaterial printers to 48 hours. We try to make sure that everyone at Maker Nexus can access the printers when they need them. After a 48 hour print, please leave the machine available to others for at least 24 hours before starting your next print.<br /> If you need to use multiple rolls of filament to get your work finished within the time limit, you can set up SpoolJoin on the Multimaterial machines to automatically change to the next spool. Please don’t leave a print waiting for a filament change for long periods of time. <br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[[BOSS 3D Printing with Prusa i3 MK3]]<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> Prusa has a nice [https://help.prusa3d.com/en/materials materials guide] with interesting information.<br /> <br /> Delrin? While it extrudes at typical temperatures, Delrin doesn't stick to any of the heat beds you normally find on FDM printers. Apparently it wants to be printed onto wood or cellulose in a sealed heated chamber. The Prusas have metal heat beds and are open air. There are some hacks for printing Delrin on metal beds, but they involve adhesives, and we don't allow those on our shop machines because they can damage the coatings that are already on the steel build plates.<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It can be printed with one of our Prusas that has the hardened steel nozzle installed.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=5132 2025-04-28T19:30:10Z

<p>HaleyM: /* 3D Printers at Maker Nexus */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Category:Equipment]]<br /> [[Category:Clean Shop]]<br /> <br /> [[File:mn-3dprinters.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-resin.jpeg|400px]]<br /> [[File:mn-filament.jpeg|400px]]<br /> <br /> ==3D Printers at Maker Nexus==<br /> <br /> * 8 [https://www.prusa3d.com/category/original-prusa-i3-mk3s/ Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers (build volume 250 x 210 x 210 mm)<br /> <br /> * 1 [https://www.prusa3d.com/product/original-prusa-xl/ Prusa XL] printers (build volume 360 x 360 x 360 mm)<br /> <br /> * 3 Prusa MK4s with Multimaterial Upgrade for multicolor printing (build volume 250 x 210 x 220 mm)<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[[BOSS 3D Printing with Prusa i3 MK3]]<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> Prusa has a nice [https://help.prusa3d.com/en/materials materials guide] with interesting information.<br /> <br /> Delrin? While it extrudes at typical temperatures, Delrin doesn't stick to any of the heat beds you normally find on FDM printers. Apparently it wants to be printed onto wood or cellulose in a sealed heated chamber. The Prusas have metal heat beds and are open air. There are some hacks for printing Delrin on metal beds, but they involve adhesives, and we don't allow those on our shop machines because they can damage the coatings that are already on the steel build plates.<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It can be printed with one of our Prusas that has the hardened steel nozzle installed.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Maker_Nexus_Equipment&diff=4189 2024-11-15T00:03:46Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Sectors */ Changed to &quot;Shop Areas&quot; for clarity.</p> <hr /> <div>This page contains links to all the shop sectors. Those pages have information about equipment in each.<br /> <br /> =Be approved to use the equipment=<br /> <br /> Our equipment can be both dangerous and delicate. Before we can let you run a machine by yourself, we need to make sure you can operate it safely and correctly.<br /> <br /> ==Check-off==<br /> <br /> If you already know how to use a certain machine, then you only need to pass a short check-off test to be certified. For instance, if you say you know how to use the Epilog laser cutter, then we'll ask you to create and cut a small item while we observe you. We'll ask you about basic laser cutter safety. If you pass this check-off then you will be approved to reserve the machine. Pretty simple, pretty quick.<br /> <br /> You can get tested anytime we are open, subject to a proctor being available. You can also arrange for a proctor to give you the check-off test by using Slack. (If you don't know this easy online tool, we will help you get going.)<br /> <br /> ==Classes==<br /> If you have never used a piece of equipment, or feel that you need a brush up on it, we offer single session Equipment Training classes to take you from &quot;I know nothing&quot; to &quot;let me at it!&quot;. You can view all of our classes and sign up on our [http://makernexus.org/classes Classes Page].<br /> <br /> Classes are offered periodically depending on the tool, from once a month to multiple times a week. If you can't find a class time that works with your schedule, please drop a message in the #class-requests channel in Slack, or email training @ makernexus.org. We'll work to find a time when an instructor is available.<br /> <br /> =Shop Areas=<br /> In each area we give some information about the specific machines we have. Some pages have more information than others. If you know about these machines, we invite you to edit this wiki to add more information. Click on the area below to go to that page.<br /> <br /> * [[MN-S Wood Shop|Wood Shop]] <br /> * [[MN-S Metalshop|Metalshop]] <br /> * [[MN-S Electronics|Electronics]] <br /> * [[MN-S 3D Printers|3D Printers]] <br /> * [[MN-S Textiles|Textiles]] <br /> * [[MN-S Laser Cutters|Laser Cutters]] <br /> * [[MN-S Paper and Foam|Paper and Foam]]<br /> * [[MN-S Software|Software]] <br /> * [[MN-S Office Equipment|Office Equipment]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN-S Equipment Offline|Equipment we have that isn't ready yet]]<br /> <br /> =Template=<br /> If you are interested in adding documentation for equipment in the Maker Nexus Sunnyvale Makerspace, please use the following format to do so as much as is feasible.<br /> *[[MN-S Equipment Template]]<br /> <br /> =Other=<br /> <br /> Paint Booth - We do not, and will not, have one. The rules, permits, and regulations necessary for setting one up are very onerous. If using VOC based paints the EPA requires recording and reporting of every ounce of material used and can fine up to $10k/day for failure to track. This tracking is easy in a production environment but extremely difficult in a shared use space like MN.<br /> <br /> A note on [[Power cord tags]]<br /> <br /> [[MN Decommissioned Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Maker_Nexus_Equipment&diff=4188 2024-11-15T00:02:57Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Class */</p> <hr /> <div>This page contains links to all the shop sectors. Those pages have information about equipment in each.<br /> <br /> =Be approved to use the equipment=<br /> <br /> Our equipment can be both dangerous and delicate. Before we can let you run a machine by yourself, we need to make sure you can operate it safely and correctly.<br /> <br /> ==Check-off==<br /> <br /> If you already know how to use a certain machine, then you only need to pass a short check-off test to be certified. For instance, if you say you know how to use the Epilog laser cutter, then we'll ask you to create and cut a small item while we observe you. We'll ask you about basic laser cutter safety. If you pass this check-off then you will be approved to reserve the machine. Pretty simple, pretty quick.<br /> <br /> You can get tested anytime we are open, subject to a proctor being available. You can also arrange for a proctor to give you the check-off test by using Slack. (If you don't know this easy online tool, we will help you get going.)<br /> <br /> ==Classes==<br /> If you have never used a piece of equipment, or feel that you need a brush up on it, we offer single session Equipment Training classes to take you from &quot;I know nothing&quot; to &quot;let me at it!&quot;. You can view all of our classes and sign up on our [http://makernexus.org/classes Classes Page].<br /> <br /> Classes are offered periodically depending on the tool, from once a month to multiple times a week. If you can't find a class time that works with your schedule, please drop a message in the #class-requests channel in Slack, or email training @ makernexus.org. We'll work to find a time when an instructor is available.<br /> <br /> =Sectors=<br /> In each sector we give some information about the specific machines we have. Some pages have more information than others. If you know about these machines, we invite you to edit this wiki to add more information. Click on the area below to go to that page.<br /> <br /> * [[MN-S Wood Shop|Wood Shop]] <br /> * [[MN-S Metalshop|Metalshop]] <br /> * [[MN-S Electronics|Electronics]] <br /> * [[MN-S 3D Printers|3D Printers]] <br /> * [[MN-S Textiles|Textiles]] <br /> * [[MN-S Laser Cutters|Laser Cutters]] <br /> * [[MN-S Paper and Foam|Paper and Foam]]<br /> * [[MN-S Software|Software]] <br /> * [[MN-S Office Equipment|Office Equipment]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN-S Equipment Offline|Equipment we have that isn't ready yet]]<br /> <br /> =Template=<br /> If you are interested in adding documentation for equipment in the Maker Nexus Sunnyvale Makerspace, please use the following format to do so as much as is feasible.<br /> *[[MN-S Equipment Template]]<br /> <br /> =Other=<br /> <br /> Paint Booth - We do not, and will not, have one. The rules, permits, and regulations necessary for setting one up are very onerous. If using VOC based paints the EPA requires recording and reporting of every ounce of material used and can fine up to $10k/day for failure to track. This tracking is easy in a production environment but extremely difficult in a shared use space like MN.<br /> <br /> A note on [[Power cord tags]]<br /> <br /> [[MN Decommissioned Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=4187 2024-11-14T23:55:28Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Filament */</p> <hr /> <div>==3D Printers at Maker Nexus==<br /> <br /> * 10 [https://www.prusa3d.com/category/original-prusa-i3-mk3s/ Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers (build volume (9.84&quot;×8.3&quot;×8.3&quot;)<br /> <br /> * 2 [https://www.prusa3d.com/product/original-prusa-xl/ Prusa XL] printers (build volume 360x360x360 mm)<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchase your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[[BOSS 3D Printing with Prusa i3 MK3]]<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> Prusa has a nice [https://help.prusa3d.com/en/materials materials guide] with interesting information.<br /> <br /> Delrin? While it extrudes at typical temperatures, Delrin doesn't stick to any of the heat beds you normally find on FDM printers. Apparently it wants to be printed onto wood or cellulose in a sealed heated chamber. The Prusas have metal heat beds and are open air. There are some hacks for printing Delrin on metal beds, but they involve adhesives, and we don't allow those on our shop machines because they can damage the coatings that are already on the steel build plates.<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It can be printed with one of our Prusas that has the hardened steel nozzle installed.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_3D_Printers&diff=4186 2024-11-14T23:54:54Z

<p>HaleyM: Revised to include more extensive info and links to the printers. Updated Filament information.</p> <hr /> <div>==3D Printers at Maker Nexus==<br /> <br /> * 10 [https://www.prusa3d.com/category/original-prusa-i3-mk3s/ Prusa i3 Mk3S+] printers (build volume (9.84&quot;×8.3&quot;×8.3&quot;)<br /> <br /> * 2 [https://www.prusa3d.com/product/original-prusa-xl/ Prusa XL] printers (build volume 360x360x360 mm)<br /> <br /> * 1 FormLabs Form 3 resin printer (build volume 14.5 × 14.5 × 19.3 cm)<br /> <br /> ==Filament==<br /> Filament is NOT included in the membership fee.<br /> <br /> We have a limited supply of donated community filament that you can use. If you make big parts or a lot of small parts, then you should purchasing your own spool(s) of filament from our retail area or online. You might consider buying an extra spool and donating it to the common supply.<br /> <br /> Currently all of the 3D Printers owned by Maker Nexus use '''1.75mm''' filament.<br /> <br /> Most of the printing done by members is PLA, PETG, and TPU.<br /> <br /> ABS emits a strong odor when printing so we allow only small ABS prints (the rule of thumb is 2x2x2 in) and it must be used in the enclosed Prusa MK3s.<br /> <br /> Filaments with fillers (glitter, glow in the dark powder, wood fiber, carbon fiber, etc.) should be printed with a Hardened Steel Nozzle. These nozzles are installed on several Mk3S printers, as well as one of our XL printers. Look for the label on the printer housing. <br /> <br /> Some metallic-look filaments do not have fillers in them (these are generally called silk filaments). If you're unsure as to whether your filament has filler, run your hand over the plastic. Filled plastics will feel slightly rough.<br /> <br /> == Slicers ==<br /> <br /> *[[Prusa Slicer]]<br /> *Cura<br /> <br /> ==General Info==<br /> <br /> === Equipment Training Documents===<br /> *[[BOSS 3D Printing with Prusa i3 MK3]]<br /> <br /> === Materials Recommendations ===<br /> Prusa has a nice [https://help.prusa3d.com/en/materials materials guide] with interesting information.<br /> <br /> Delrin? While it extrudes at typical temperatures, Delrin doesn't stick to any of the heat beds you normally find on FDM printers. Apparently it wants to be printed onto wood or cellulose in a sealed heated chamber. The Prusas have metal heat beds and are open air. There are some hacks for printing Delrin on metal beds, but they involve adhesives, and we don't allow those on our shop machines because they can damage the coatings that are already on the steel build plates.<br /> <br /> Carbon fiber-filled PLA or PETG is very strong. It can be printed with one of our Prusas that has the hardened steel nozzle installed.<br /> <br /> === Changing Filament ===<br /> Changing filaments is responsible for most clogs. These instructions will help keep our printers printing. Whenever you're changing filaments, always preheat to the highest temperature of the two filaments.<br /> <br /> When you approach a 3D printer it will have filament from the previous user in the extruder. If the reel is still there, look to see what the material was and select the appropriate temperature to Unload the Filament. <br /> <br /> Often, the previous user will have clipped the filament and taken their reel with them. The only thing you'll see is a pig tail of filament out of the top of the extruder. Trying to Unload the Filament with a temperature too low to melt the filament will not work and may damage the extruder.<br /> <br /> The rule is: '''if you don't know what material was in there before you, pre-heat to 255''' which is hot enough to melt any existing filament material and then Unload the Filament. Then load your filament at this high temperature and extrude lots of material to make sure all the old material is gone. <br /> <br /> Set the preheat temp to what is appropriate for your filament material and start printing.<br /> <br /> If you have enough 3D printers, you might designate one printer for just PETG, to avoid this issue.<br /> <br /> ===Big ball of plastic on the extruder of Prusa===<br /> <br /> A large ball of plastic attached itself to the nozzle and heat block, and in removal, the wires for the thermistor were damaged. To clean up an issue like that, don't try to remove the plastic while it is cold, you will break things every time. Typically, first thing to do is to remove the filament through a normal filament unload (preheat the nozzle ONLY - no need to preheat bed &amp; unload filament). Then, raise the z axis so you have plenty of room to access the ball'o'plastic. Bring the nozzle temperature up to 30-40 degrees over your printing temperature. Be careful, this is obviously going to have hot plastic all over the place, and it sticks to skin. Wear gloves, use tools, do not try to grab plastic with your bare hand!!!<br /> <br /> Once the hot end is at temperature, slowly begin pulling out loose plastic. What is contacting the hot end will get molten. Start scooping/pulling it out, push more plastic against the hot end, repeat. Be very careful of the wires attached to the hot end. There will be two sets, one for the heater cartridge, one for the thermistor. If you damage either, you'll be replacing them. Work the plastic blob into contact with the hot end until it starts to soften (as a blob). You can then try to start working larger chunks free, but again, don't force it, the wrapping for the thermistor, in particular, likes to bond to melted filament because it is a woven wrap. Some time and heat will free up the hot end. Once the majority is gone, cleaning up with a coarse paper towel that won't leave towel fibers is fairly easy. Again, it's HOT, be careful.<br /> <br /> So that's what you do if you're at home, if it's one of our printers, ask for staff!<br /> <br /> Typically, a failure like this is a first layer adhesion issue. If it failed after the first layer, there are a lot of potential causes. <br /> A good takeaway though: get a staff member to deal with it. There are specific ways to clean that up, but if you do it wrong, you'll break wires. In this case, we lost a $9 thermistor. Not a big deal.<br /> <br /> === Speeding Up Your Print ===<br /> An article [https://newatlas.com/algorithms-3d-printing/52049) using filtered B-splines] algorithms to minimize 3D printer vibrations. The article claimed about a 2x speed improvement. The U of Michigan researchers now have a website [http://www.ulendo.io/ looking for beta testers] who have a Taz 6 3D printer.<br /> <br /> An article [http://projects.ttlexceeded.com/3dprinting_techniques_covid_printing.html about splicer settings] to maximize volumetric flow.<br /> <br /> === Heating Bed ===<br /> Heated beds can have temperature variance across their surface leading to different adhesion success. One person recommended a hotter bed temperature so that the edges of the bed are at the desired temp. Here is a [https://youtu.be/yPy0zDpmc5U video evaluating different beds] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sW25xt5E6U part 2].<br /> <br /> == 3D Modeling ==<br /> See our page on [[3D Printing and Modeling]]<br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Maker_Nexus_Makerspace&diff=4030 2023-12-02T00:35:06Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Entry Level Membership */</p> <hr /> <div>= Maker Nexus, Sunnyvale, California =<br /> <br /> (Information about the Maker Nexus organization's makerspace will be provided here. If you register with this wiki you can click the star at the top right to &quot;watch&quot; this page. If you do this then you will get an email whenever this page is updated.)<br /> <br /> New members go to the [[MN New Member]] page to get started.<br /> <br /> ==The Takeaway==<br /> For those who need the quick summary:<br /> * Non-profit organization<br /> * Makerspace: 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 / 408.685.2500<br /> * Open 10 AM - 10 PM, seven days a week<br /> * A few paid staff members for support &amp; maintenance, but a very lean organization<br /> * Rely heavily on volunteers <br /> * $150/month membership<br /> * Everyone has to pitch in to make this work<br /> <br /> We hope that you, the reader, will [http://makernexus.org/membership join us] in growing a healthy makerspace for everyone.<br /> <br /> ==Our Mission==<br /> We believe that everyone sees opportunities to improve their world but most people lack the tools and skills to make those improvements. For some people it's a better Halloween costume; for others it's a way to provide clean water to remote villages. Maker Nexus helps everyone to gain the skills and use the tools they need to realize their dreams.<br /> <br /> Maker Nexus is a non-profit with a mission to provide education in woodworking, textiles, metalworking, and other vocational skills and hobby crafts, and promote the same in the community. We do this by providing a community makerspace and training that serves all experience levels from hobbyists to professionals. Our goal is to help each person improve their skills whether as STEAM/STEM teen, life enrichment, job skill acquisition, or new entrepreneur.<br /> <br /> We also work to help other non-profit makerspaces. Our classes, project sheets, governance documents, tool research, etc are all available to others under a Creative Commons license [[Makernexuswiki:Copyrights]].<br /> <br /> It's our hope that through Maker Nexus a plethora of good things will happen to our world.<br /> <br /> Sometimes government officials ask how a makerspace can help their community at large. In response, we have a list of [[Why do we need makerspaces?|businesses that have been developed in a makerspace]].<br /> <br /> ==The Organization==<br /> Become a [http://makernexus.org/membership member], pledge your support, and track our progress on our website: [http://makernexus.com MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> We are a California non-profit and classified by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Read [https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/968edc_c77794d1347e4d47ab6b18c2da6b64a4.pdf our by laws]. We are classified by the IRS as a public charity. You can view our tax returns by asking one of our general managers.<br /> <br /> Read [https://www.makernexus.com/the-team our officers'] biographies.<br /> <br /> Read [[Maker Nexus Steering Committee|our team history]].<br /> <br /> [[MN Position Plans|Position Plans]] for board members, volunteers, contractors, and employees.<br /> <br /> Become [[MN New Member|part of the team ]]<br /> <br /> ==The Makerspace==<br /> ===Address===<br /> <br /> 1330 Orleans Drive<br /> Sunnyvale, CA 94089<br /> 408.685.2500<br /> <br /> ===Current Status===<br /> <br /> Regular hours of 10 am - 10 pm<br /> <br /> We welcome everyone to stop by and tour the makerspace. See the machines, look at the media room, feel the carpet under your feet. To book a tour on our website: [http://makernexus.org MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> === Equipment ===<br /> [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment|Lists of all our equipment by area]]<br /> <br /> Need a place to hold your maker oriented meetup? Come see our facility and [[Maker_Nexus_Makerspace#Event_space_&amp;_meet_ups| consider holding it here.]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette ]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN wood shop|Woodshop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN dirty shop |Dirty Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * Other resources<br /> ** large tables where you can work on your project<br /> ** computers with design software (Adobe suite, Fusion 360, Inkscape, GIMP) - our internet speed is 50Mbps<br /> ** 50 person event room<br /> ** 15 person computer lab<br /> <br /> Members may [http://makernexus.org/member-dashboard reserve equipment].<br /> <br /> In the clean area, projects are limited to things you can do over carpet. No sanding, no wet work, etc. Other work must be done in the cement floor areas. If you have a question about a project, ask any of our staff or volunteers.<br /> <br /> ===Getting certified to use equipment===<br /> <br /> If you know how to use a piece of equipment, we offer a short checkoff test with a proctor. You may arrange for a test by talking with any staff members or by posting on the appropriate Slack channel (e.g. #lasercutters, #textiles, #3dprinters)<br /> <br /> If you need to learn to use a piece of equipment, no problem - we'll teach you! We offer Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) classes for all our equipment. These short seminars will take you from a no-nothing to a user of the machine in just an hour or two. BOSS classes are posted on [https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus Activity Hero]. You can also arrange an ad hoc BOSS class by posting on the #class-requests Slack channel. Just post &quot;I'd like to arrange for a BOSS class on &lt;&lt;put the machine name here&gt;&gt;&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Next Steps===<br /> We are continuing to work on getting more metalworking tools online (such as our old Milwaukee mills) to complement the tools already up and running in our Metalshop.<br /> <br /> We are also working on better dust collection in the woodshop, and running more HVAC ducts throughout the space.<br /> <br /> ===Important Information===<br /> <br /> *[[Ethics and Conduct]]<br /> <br /> *[[Maker Nexus Equipment]]<br /> <br /> *[[Makerspace IT/Computers]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Wish List]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Design Style Guidelines]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Retail]] Sales of Consumables<br /> <br /> ==Maker Memberships==<br /> We offer Maker Memberships that give access to the shop. (Different than a non-profit &quot;membership&quot; where you are really just donating to support the mission.) Maker Memberships are not tax-deductible. [https://www.makernexus.org/join-maker-nexus Become a member here.]<br /> <br /> === Equipment Use ===<br /> Some equipment is available to use immediately - the electronics lab or cordless hand tools. More dangerous or complex equipment (woodshop, 3D printers, laser cutters, as a few examples) require that you complete our associated equipment certification class. There is a cost for each class; members get a discounted price. You can take certification classes before becoming a member.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is shared in real time. For example, the table saw is not reservable. When using the table saw for an extended period of time, please allow other members to work in their needs.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is reservable. For example, the laser cutters. On most of these pieces of equipment we allow members to reserve three sessions per week. If you do not have a reservation and the equipment is available, you may use it. However, you must be prepared to leave the equipment if a member arrives with a reservation. We may change the number of reservations allowed per week at any time. <br /> <br /> Our overall objective is to equitably and fairly share our equipment and space among all our members. If you have a need for extensive, extended use of some equipment, then you might need to find a facility other than Maker Nexus to accomplish your work.<br /> <br /> [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment|See a list of our equipment]]<br /> <br /> === What if I already know how to use the equipment? ===<br /> <br /> For some equipment we allow a member to take a test with a volunteer proctor. For example, on the laser cutter the proctor might say, &quot;cut a one inch square out of this material,&quot; and then step back to observe. If the member can demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively use that laser cutter without ANY further input from the proctor, then they are given permission to use the machine. Arranging a test-out like this can require some patience as we don't have a lot of proctors on each piece of equipment. These sessions are arranged through Slack.<br /> <br /> Woodshop is one exception to the rule. All members have to take at least BOSS Woodshop 1. In that class we cover more than just the major tools, we also spend significant time on woodshop etiquette, the peculiarities of our set up, and our general woodshop policies.<br /> <br /> === Age Limitations ===<br /> * Anyone aged 16 or older can hold a membership and use the tools and areas of the space allowed by their membership level.<br /> * Under 16 a child must be in direct supervision of a parent. The parent must have a valid membership and the child must have a Family Add-On membership. The parent must successfully complete the BOSS class for any equipment they will use with their child.<br /> * Minors under the age of 10 may not be in the makerspace except on a tour or as part of a scheduled class.<br /> <br /> =====[[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop]] Age Limits=====<br /> * Ages 10-15 may be in the clean shop if they are in the care of a parent. They may not operate machines alone.<br /> * Ages 16 and over may use the clean shop and tools.<br /> <br /> =====[[MN-S Wood Shop|Woodshop]] and Metal Shop Age Limits=====<br /> * Under the age of 12 may be in the woodshop and metal shop ONLY if they are accompanied by a Maker Nexus instructor.<br /> * Under the age of 12 may NOT accompany a parent in the woodshop or metal shop.<br /> * Ages 12-15 may only be in the woodshop or metal shop if they are under the constant supervision of a parent.<br /> * Age 16 and over may use the woodshop or metal shop.<br /> <br /> === Membership Types ===<br /> <br /> ==== Hobbyist Membership ====<br /> * $150 / month<br /> * Access to all machines with some time limits per week<br /> ** Woodshop, metal shop, Laser Cutters, 3D Printers, Electronics, heatpress/vinyl cutters, build tables<br /> ** Textiles: sewing, CNC embroidery, Direct to Fabric Printer, Long-arm Quilter<br /> * May rent storage as available<br /> * This is the most popular level, 95% of our members are at the Hobbyist level<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Buy a membership at our [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/makernexus/shop/memberships online store]<br /> # This will require you to create an account as part of the process<br /> # We will send you a welcome package with a lot of details within 2 days.<br /> <br /> ==== Family Add-on Membership ====<br /> * Requires one person with a Hobbyist membership<br /> * Additional children between the ages of 10 and 21: $50 / month each<br /> * Second adult: $50 / month (second adult should be living in the same household)<br /> <br /> How to do it:<br /> # Have the family member who will have the Family Add-On create an account at [https://app.amilia.com/en/Signup Amilia] our self service portal. <br /> # Add a credit card payment method to the account.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us the person's name<br /> # We will set up a family add-on membership and send them a welcome package<br /> <br /> <br /> On a side note... When we talk about needing a number of members to become self sustaining, that assumes members paying $150 a month each. The family membership is a deal. If it is within your means, families might like to consider making a regular monthly tax deductible donation to Maker Nexus.<br /> <br /> ==== Entry Level Membership ====<br /> * $75 / month. <br /> * Access to workspace work tables, textiles, computers, 3D printers. The specific equipment is listed below. This is a restrictive membership; if the equipment is not on the list, then it is not available for Entry Level members.<br /> * Entry Level members may only use (with the appropriate certifications)<br /> ** Work tables<br /> ** Sewing machines (not including long arm quilter), serger, walking foot<br /> ** Prusa 3MKS 3D printers<br /> ** The electronics lab<br /> ** Simple hand tools, but only on the cement floor area immediately outside of the woodshop<br /> * Entry Level members may NOT be in the woodshop, metal shop, or hotshop.<br /> * '''No''' machine reservation<br /> * No storage rental<br /> <br /> How to do it:<br /> <br /> # Create an account at [https://app.amilia.com/en/Signup Amilia] our self service portal. <br /> # Add a credit card payment method to the account.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us your name<br /> # We will set up an Entry Level membership and send you a welcome package<br /> <br /> ==== Student Membership ====<br /> * $100 / month<br /> * Requires proof of current full time enrollment<br /> * Must be at least 16 years old<br /> * Largely the same as Hobbyist <br /> * Age restrictions on some equipment<br /> How to do it:<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create an account at [https://app.amilia.com/en/Signup Amilia] our self service portal. <br /> # Add a credit card payment method to the account.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us your name<br /> # We will set up a Student membership and send you a welcome package<br /> <br /> ===Day Passes===<br /> At this time we do not offer day passes to the makerspace. We discourage joining for just one month. We have considered short term memberships but we have several concerns. Many of our members only use the shop one or two days a month so our financial model would require a day pass to be so expensive that we feel no one would actually buy them. Secondly, if a person were to &quot;save up&quot; a number of projects and then buy a day pass we think they would expect a lot of machine access in that one day, which could block regular members from using the equipment. Imagine a person who buys an expensive day pass to use the laser cutters - how much time should we give them on our busy lasers? Would a day pass user expect six hours of laser time that one day? Or a day pass user comes into the woodshop - would they monopolize the space making it uncomfortable for regular members? <br /> <br /> Much of this is also true for one-month memberships. Memberships renew every month. Members can stop their membership at any time. We charge a restart fee for members who do this more than once a year (see above).<br /> <br /> For these reasons we do not offer short term memberships.<br /> <br /> ===Other Levels===<br /> We have considered other Maker Membership levels that would cost more and give access to more equipment hours per week, or access to specialized equipment. We have called these levels &quot;Pro&quot; and &quot;Start Up&quot; but we have not come to any hard decisions. Your feedback will help us design these to suit the community best.<br /> <br /> === Trade Work or Donate Equipment for a Membership? ===<br /> Thank you for thinking of this and asking, but we are unable to do so at this time. <br /> <br /> We have a large cadre of dedicated volunteers who put in a tremendous amount of their time into the makerspace, and all of those volunteers also pay their monthly membership dues. <br /> <br /> It is fair to say that if a person spent 10 hours painting a wall we should give them a free month's membership. Unfortunately if we do that we will go out of business. Instead we will leave the wall unpainted until we find a volunteer willing to do it. <br /> <br /> Similar thinking applies to donated equipment - there is a lot of expense in siting, maintaining, and creating education for members in order for an expensive piece of equipment to be useful. And that equipment is valued to the point that it brings in additional memberships to the organization. We certainly consider all donations, and we are happy to provide a 501(c)(3) tax receipt to you, but free membership months can put us into a financial down spiral that ends with closing the doors. <br /> <br /> If we were cash flow positive or had a huge endowment to fund operations, then we might consider barter for a membership. But to be transparent and honest (which is our policy) our revenue has to fund operations and we don't have enough revenue yet.<br /> <br /> We hope you understand our thinking. We must keep the doors open.<br /> <br /> === How to Cancel or Pause ===<br /> If you need to cancel or &quot;freeze&quot; your membership for a few months, send an email to info@makernexus.org and we will process it asap. Don't worry if it takes a few days, we will not delay just to charge you for another month. We'll do the right thing. <br /> <br /> If a member stops or freezes their membership and restarts, we charge a $150 start-up fee. However, we will waive that fee once in a 12 month period. If you stop/restart a second time within 12 months then we will charge you the start-up fee.<br /> <br /> Please note that the makerspace depends on recurring membership fees to pay for operations. Without that dependable revenue we would not be able to keep the doors open. As a non-profit our financials are open - no one is making a fortune off your membership fees.<br /> <br /> ==New Members==<br /> If you are new to Maker Nexus, welcome. All the communication tools can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Please visit our [[MN New Member|new member]] page.<br /> <br /> == Member Dashboard ==<br /> We have a number of systems that members need to access. It can be hard to keep all the URLs sorted out. Use the [[MN Member Dashboard]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Clubs and Groups==<br /> We have a number of groups running within our organization. Read about them on the [[MN Clubs and Groups]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Event space &amp; meet ups==<br /> <br /> Our event space is available for use free of charge for MeetUp groups who fall within our mission and for all non-profit organizations to be used for conferences, presentations, and meetings. You can request to book the room at https://www.makernexus.org/reserve-a-room<br /> <br /> ==How to Help==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.makernexus.com/membership sign up to become a member]<br /> * spread the word to help us attract more members ([[MN Sample Ads|Some Sample Text You Can Use]])<br /> * help us find corporate donors<br /> * [[MN Wish List |make a donation]] <br /> * join a stewards team looking after one part of the makerspace<br /> * [[Donations|donations of equipment and such]]<br /> <br /> We have [https://goo.gl/hoLpJD a flier] you can put up anywhere you think potential members will see it.<br /> <br /> ==Thank You==<br /> A number of people have made significant contributions to Maker Nexus. We have some [[MN Thanks You]] to read.<br /> <br /> ==More Details==<br /> ===Finances===<br /> If you are into finance details, our member reports have info on the last month's income and expenses. If you want a peek at the more full financial model for the year, ask and we'll supply it to you. It changes periodically and we will want to get you the latest version.<br /> <br /> ===Organization's History===<br /> [[Maker Nexus History]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Maker Nexus Makerspace]]</div>

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<p>HaleyM: /* Age Limitations */</p> <hr /> <div>= Maker Nexus, Sunnyvale, California =<br /> <br /> (Information about the Maker Nexus organization's makerspace will be provided here. If you register with this wiki you can click the star at the top right to &quot;watch&quot; this page. If you do this then you will get an email whenever this page is updated.)<br /> <br /> New members go to the [[MN New Member]] page to get started.<br /> <br /> ==The Takeaway==<br /> For those who need the quick summary:<br /> * Non-profit organization<br /> * Makerspace: 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 / 408.685.2500<br /> * Open 10 AM - 10 PM, seven days a week<br /> * A few paid staff members for support &amp; maintenance, but a very lean organization<br /> * Rely heavily on volunteers <br /> * $150/month membership<br /> * Everyone has to pitch in to make this work<br /> <br /> We hope that you, the reader, will [http://makernexus.org/membership join us] in growing a healthy makerspace for everyone.<br /> <br /> ==Our Mission==<br /> We believe that everyone sees opportunities to improve their world but most people lack the tools and skills to make those improvements. For some people it's a better Halloween costume; for others it's a way to provide clean water to remote villages. Maker Nexus helps everyone to gain the skills and use the tools they need to realize their dreams.<br /> <br /> Maker Nexus is a non-profit with a mission to provide education in woodworking, textiles, metalworking, and other vocational skills and hobby crafts, and promote the same in the community. We do this by providing a community makerspace and training that serves all experience levels from hobbyists to professionals. Our goal is to help each person improve their skills whether as STEAM/STEM teen, life enrichment, job skill acquisition, or new entrepreneur.<br /> <br /> We also work to help other non-profit makerspaces. Our classes, project sheets, governance documents, tool research, etc are all available to others under a Creative Commons license [[Makernexuswiki:Copyrights]].<br /> <br /> It's our hope that through Maker Nexus a plethora of good things will happen to our world.<br /> <br /> Sometimes government officials ask how a makerspace can help their community at large. In response, we have a list of [[Why do we need makerspaces?|businesses that have been developed in a makerspace]].<br /> <br /> ==The Organization==<br /> Become a [http://makernexus.org/membership member], pledge your support, and track our progress on our website: [http://makernexus.com MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> We are a California non-profit and classified by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Read [https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/968edc_c77794d1347e4d47ab6b18c2da6b64a4.pdf our by laws]. We are classified by the IRS as a public charity. You can view our tax returns by asking one of our general managers.<br /> <br /> Read [https://www.makernexus.com/the-team our officers'] biographies.<br /> <br /> Read [[Maker Nexus Steering Committee|our team history]].<br /> <br /> [[MN Position Plans|Position Plans]] for board members, volunteers, contractors, and employees.<br /> <br /> Become [[MN New Member|part of the team ]]<br /> <br /> ==The Makerspace==<br /> ===Address===<br /> <br /> 1330 Orleans Drive<br /> Sunnyvale, CA 94089<br /> 408.685.2500<br /> <br /> ===Current Status===<br /> <br /> Woodshop is open and running fully!<br /> Metal shop tools are being brought online as we're able. Manual lathe and mill are available now. Sheet metal equipment is available.<br /> <br /> Regular hours of 10 am - 10 pm<br /> <br /> We welcome everyone to stop by and tour the makerspace. See the machines, look at the media room, feel the carpet under your feet. To book a tour on our website: [http://makernexus.org MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> Need a place to hold your maker oriented meetup? Come see our facility and consider holding it here.<br /> <br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette ]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN wood shop|Woodshop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN dirty shop |Dirty Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * Other resources<br /> ** large tables where you can work on your project<br /> ** computers with design software (Adobe suite, Corel Draw end more) - our internet speed is very, very limited at this time<br /> ** 10 person conference room<br /> ** 12 person computer lab<br /> ** 30 person event room <br /> <br /> Members may [http://makernexus.org/member-dashboard reserve equipment].<br /> <br /> In the clean area, projects are limited to things you can do over carpet. No sanding, no wet work, etc. Other work must be done in the cement floor areas. If you have a question about a project, ask any of our staff or volunteers.<br /> <br /> ===Getting certified to use equipment===<br /> <br /> If you know how to use a piece of equipment, we offer a short checkoff test with a proctor. You may arrange for a test by talking with any staff members or by posting on the appropriate Slack channel (e.g. #lasercutters, #textiles, #3dprinters)<br /> <br /> If you need to learn to use a piece of equipment, no problem - we'll teach you! We offer Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) classes for all our equipment. These short seminars will take you from a no-nothing to a user of the machine in just an hour or two. BOSS classes are posted on [https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus Activity Hero]. You can also arrange an ad hoc BOSS class by posting on the #class-requests Slack channel. Just post &quot;I'd like to arrange for a BOSS class on &lt;&lt;put the machine name here&gt;&gt;&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Next Steps===<br /> We are continuing to work on getting more metalworking tools online (such as our old Milwaukee mills) to complement the tools already up and running in our Metalshop.<br /> <br /> We are also working on better dust collection in the woodshop, and running more HVAC ducts throughout the space.<br /> <br /> ===Important Information===<br /> <br /> *[[Ethics and Conduct]]<br /> <br /> *[[Maker Nexus Equipment]]<br /> <br /> *[[Makerspace IT/Computers]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Wish List]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Design Style Guidelines]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Retail]] Sales of Consumables<br /> <br /> ==Maker Memberships==<br /> We offer Maker Memberships that give access to the shop. (Different than a non-profit &quot;membership&quot; where you are really just donating to support the mission.) Maker Memberships are not tax-deductible.<br /> <br /> === Equipment Use ===<br /> Some equipment is available to use immediately - the electronics lab or cordless hand tools. More dangerous or complex equipment (woodshop, 3D printers, laser cutters, as a few examples) require that you complete our associated BOSS class (Basic Operation and Safety Standard). There is a cost for each BOSS class; members get a discounted price. You can take BOSS classes before becoming a member.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is shared in real time. For example, the table saw is not reservable. When using the table saw for an extended period of time, please allow other members to work in their needs.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is reservable. For example, the laser cutters. On most of these pieces of equipment we allow members to reserve three sessions per week. If you do not have a reservation and the equipment is available, you may use it. However, you must be prepared to leave the equipment if a member arrives with a reservation. We may change the number of reservations allowed per week at any time. <br /> <br /> Our overall objective is to equitably and fairly share our equipment and space among all our members. If you have a need for extensive, extended use of some equipment, then you might need to find a facility other than Maker Nexus to accomplish your work.<br /> <br /> [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment|See a list of our equipment]]<br /> <br /> === What if I already know how to use the equipment? ===<br /> <br /> For some equipment we allow a member to take a test with a volunteer proctor. For example, on the laser cutter the proctor might say, &quot;cut a one inch square out of this material,&quot; and then step back to observe. If the member can demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively use that laser cutter without ANY further input from the proctor, then they are given permission to use the machine. Arranging a test-out like this can require some patience as we don't have a lot of proctors on each piece of equipment. These sessions are arranged through Slack.<br /> <br /> Woodshop is one exception to the rule. All members have to take at least BOSS Woodshop 1. In that class we cover more than just the major tools, we also spend significant time on woodshop etiquette, the peculiarities of our set up, and our general woodshop policies.<br /> <br /> === Age Limitations ===<br /> * Anyone aged 16 or older can hold a membership and use the tools and areas of the space allowed by their membership level.<br /> * Under 16 a child must be in direct supervision of a parent. The parent must have a valid membership and the child must have a Family Add-On membership. The parent must successfully complete the BOSS class for any equipment they will use with their child.<br /> * Minors under the age of 10 may not be in the makerspace except on a tour or as part of a scheduled class.<br /> <br /> =====[[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop]] Age Limits=====<br /> * Ages 10-15 may be in the clean shop if they are in the care of a parent. They may not operate machines alone.<br /> * Ages 16 and over may use the clean shop and tools.<br /> <br /> =====[[MN-S Wood Shop|Woodshop]] and Metal Shop Age Limits=====<br /> * Under the age of 12 may be in the woodshop and metal shop ONLY if they are accompanied by a Maker Nexus instructor.<br /> * Under the age of 12 may NOT accompany a parent in the woodshop or metal shop.<br /> * Ages 12-15 may only be in the woodshop or metal shop if they are under the constant supervision of a parent.<br /> * Age 16 and over may use the woodshop or metal shop.<br /> <br /> === Membership Types ===<br /> <br /> ==== Hobbyist Membership ====<br /> * $150 / month<br /> * Access to all machines with some time limits per week<br /> ** Woodshop, metal shop, Laser Cutters, 3D Printers, Electronics, heatpress/vinyl cutters, build tables<br /> ** Textiles: sewing, CNC embroidery, Direct to Fabric Printer, Long-arm Quilter<br /> * May rent storage as available<br /> * This is the most popular level, 95% of our members are at the Hobbyist level<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create an account at our [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com self service portal].<br /> # Use the left hand menu to navigate to Buy / Membership<br /> # Buy a membership. We will send you a welcome package with a lot of details within 2 days.<br /> <br /> ==== Family Add-on Membership ====<br /> * Requires one person with a Hobbyist membership<br /> * Additional children between the ages of 10 and 21: $50 / month each<br /> * Second adult: $50 / month (second adult should be living in the same household)<br /> <br /> How to do it:<br /> # Have the family member who will have the Family Add-On register at [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com our self service portal]. We need each person to register.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us the person's name<br /> # We will set up a family add-on membership and send them a welcome package<br /> # Log back in to the self service portal and use the left menu to go to Invoices / Open Invoices. Supply a credit card to pay the invoice. (Unfortunately our current CRM system requires each account to have a credit card associated - it can be the same credit card as another account. We are unable to have one member's account automatically pay for another.)<br /> <br /> On a side note... When we talk about needing a number of members to become self sustaining, that assumes members paying $150 a month each. The family membership is a deal. If it is within your means, families might like to consider making a regular monthly tax deductible donation to Maker Nexus.<br /> <br /> ==== Entry Level Membership ====<br /> * $75 / month. <br /> * Access to workspace, textiles, computers, 3D printers<br /> * '''No''' machine reservation<br /> * '''No''' access to <br /> ** CNC machines <br /> ** lasers <br /> ** woodshop <br /> ** metal shop <br /> ** heatpress/vinyl cutter<br /> ** Direct to Fabric printer<br /> * No storage<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with an Entry Level Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ==== Student Membership ====<br /> * $100 / month<br /> * Requires proof of current full time enrollment<br /> * Must be at least 16 years old<br /> * Largely the same as Hobbyist <br /> * Age restrictions on some equipment<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with a Student Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ===Day Passes===<br /> At this time we do not offer day passes to the makerspace. We discourage joining for just one month. We have considered short term memberships but we have several concerns. Many of our members only use the shop one or two days a month so our financial model would require a day pass to be so expensive that we feel no one would actually buy them. Secondly, if a person were to &quot;save up&quot; a number of projects and then buy a day pass we think they would expect a lot of machine access in that one day, which could block regular members from using the equipment. Imagine a person who buys an expensive day pass to use the laser cutters - how much time should we give them on our busy lasers? Would a day pass user expect six hours of laser time that one day? Or a day pass user comes into the woodshop - would they monopolize the space making it uncomfortable for regular members? <br /> <br /> Much of this is also true for one-month memberships. Memberships renew every month. Members can stop their membership at any time. We charge a restart fee for members who do this more than once a year (see above).<br /> <br /> For these reasons we do not offer short term memberships.<br /> <br /> ===Other Levels===<br /> We have considered other Maker Membership levels that would cost more and give access to more equipment hours per week, or access to specialized equipment. We have called these levels &quot;Pro&quot; and &quot;Start Up&quot; but we have not come to any hard decisions. Your feedback will help us design these to suit the community best.<br /> <br /> === Trade Work or Donate Equipment for a Membership? ===<br /> Thank you for thinking of this and asking, but we are unable to do so at this time. <br /> <br /> We have a large cadre of dedicated volunteers who put in a tremendous amount of their time into the makerspace, and all of those volunteers also pay their monthly membership dues. <br /> <br /> It is fair to say that if a person spent 10 hours painting a wall we should give them a free month's membership. Unfortunately if we do that we will go out of business. Instead we will leave the wall unpainted until we find a volunteer willing to do it. <br /> <br /> Similar thinking applies to donated equipment - there is a lot of expense in siting, maintaining, and creating education for members in order for an expensive piece of equipment to be useful. And that equipment is valued to the point that it brings in additional memberships to the organization. We certainly consider all donations, and we are happy to provide a 501(c)(3) tax receipt to you, but free membership months can put us into a financial down spiral that ends with closing the doors. <br /> <br /> If we were cash flow positive or had a huge endowment to fund operations, then we might consider barter for a membership. But to be transparent and honest (which is our policy) our revenue has to fund operations and we don't have enough revenue yet.<br /> <br /> We hope you understand our thinking. We must keep the doors open.<br /> <br /> === How to Cancel or Pause ===<br /> If you need to cancel or &quot;freeze&quot; your membership for a few months, send an email to info@makernexus.org and we will process it asap. Don't worry if it takes a few days, we will not delay just to charge you for another month. We'll do the right thing. <br /> <br /> If a member stops or freezes their membership and restarts, we charge a $150 start-up fee. However, we will waive that fee once in a 12 month period. If you stop/restart a second time within 12 months then we will charge you the start-up fee.<br /> <br /> Please note that the makerspace depends on recurring membership fees to pay for operations. Without that dependable revenue we would not be able to keep the doors open. As a non-profit our financials are open - no one is making a fortune off your membership fees.<br /> <br /> ==New Members==<br /> If you are new to Maker Nexus, welcome. All the communication tools can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Please visit our [[MN New Member|new member]] page.<br /> <br /> == Member Dashboard ==<br /> We have a number of systems that members need to access. It can be hard to keep all the URLs sorted out. Use the [[MN Member Dashboard]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Clubs and Groups==<br /> We have a number of groups running within our organization. Read about them on the [[MN Clubs and Groups]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Event space &amp; meet ups==<br /> <br /> Our event space is available for use free of charge for MeetUp groups who fall within our mission and for all non-profit organizations to be used for conferences, presentations, and meetings. You can request to book the room at https://www.makernexus.org/reserve-a-room<br /> <br /> ==How to Help==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.makernexus.com/membership sign up to become a member]<br /> * spread the word to help us attract more members ([[MN Sample Ads|Some Sample Text You Can Use]])<br /> * help us find corporate donors<br /> * [[MN Wish List |make a donation]] <br /> * join a stewards team looking after one part of the makerspace<br /> * [[Donations|donations of equipment and such]]<br /> <br /> We have [https://goo.gl/hoLpJD a flier] you can put up anywhere you think potential members will see it.<br /> <br /> ==Thank You==<br /> A number of people have made significant contributions to Maker Nexus. We have some [[MN Thanks You]] to read.<br /> <br /> ==More Details==<br /> ===Finances===<br /> If you are into finance details, our member reports have info on the last month's income and expenses. If you want a peek at the more full financial model for the year, ask and we'll supply it to you. It changes periodically and we will want to get you the latest version.<br /> <br /> ===Organization's History===<br /> [[Maker Nexus History]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Maker Nexus Makerspace]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Maker_Nexus_Makerspace&diff=3926 2023-08-16T23:23:21Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Age Limitations */</p> <hr /> <div>= Maker Nexus, Sunnyvale, California =<br /> <br /> (Information about the Maker Nexus organization's makerspace will be provided here. If you register with this wiki you can click the star at the top right to &quot;watch&quot; this page. If you do this then you will get an email whenever this page is updated.)<br /> <br /> New members go to the [[MN New Member]] page to get started.<br /> <br /> ==The Takeaway==<br /> For those who need the quick summary:<br /> * Non-profit organization<br /> * Makerspace: 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 / 408.685.2500<br /> * Open 10 AM - 10 PM, seven days a week<br /> * A few paid staff members for support &amp; maintenance, but a very lean organization<br /> * Rely heavily on volunteers <br /> * $150/month membership<br /> * Everyone has to pitch in to make this work<br /> <br /> We hope that you, the reader, will [http://makernexus.org/membership join us] in growing a healthy makerspace for everyone.<br /> <br /> ==Our Mission==<br /> We believe that everyone sees opportunities to improve their world but most people lack the tools and skills to make those improvements. For some people it's a better Halloween costume; for others it's a way to provide clean water to remote villages. Maker Nexus helps everyone to gain the skills and use the tools they need to realize their dreams.<br /> <br /> Maker Nexus is a non-profit with a mission to provide education in woodworking, textiles, metalworking, and other vocational skills and hobby crafts, and promote the same in the community. We do this by providing a community makerspace and training that serves all experience levels from hobbyists to professionals. Our goal is to help each person improve their skills whether as STEAM/STEM teen, life enrichment, job skill acquisition, or new entrepreneur.<br /> <br /> We also work to help other non-profit makerspaces. Our classes, project sheets, governance documents, tool research, etc are all available to others under a Creative Commons license [[Makernexuswiki:Copyrights]].<br /> <br /> It's our hope that through Maker Nexus a plethora of good things will happen to our world.<br /> <br /> Sometimes government officials ask how a makerspace can help their community at large. In response, we have a list of [[Why do we need makerspaces?|businesses that have been developed in a makerspace]].<br /> <br /> ==The Organization==<br /> Become a [http://makernexus.org/membership member], pledge your support, and track our progress on our website: [http://makernexus.com MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> We are a California non-profit and classified by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Read [https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/968edc_c77794d1347e4d47ab6b18c2da6b64a4.pdf our by laws]. We are classified by the IRS as a public charity. You can view our tax returns by asking one of our general managers.<br /> <br /> Read [https://www.makernexus.com/the-team our officers'] biographies.<br /> <br /> Read [[Maker Nexus Steering Committee|our team history]].<br /> <br /> [[MN Position Plans|Position Plans]] for board members, volunteers, contractors, and employees.<br /> <br /> Become [[MN New Member|part of the team ]]<br /> <br /> ==The Makerspace==<br /> ===Address===<br /> <br /> 1330 Orleans Drive<br /> Sunnyvale, CA 94089<br /> 408.685.2500<br /> <br /> ===Current Status===<br /> <br /> Woodshop is open and running fully!<br /> Metal shop tools are being brought online as we're able. Manual lathe and mill are available now. Sheet metal equipment is available.<br /> <br /> Regular hours of 10 am - 10 pm<br /> <br /> We welcome everyone to stop by and tour the makerspace. See the machines, look at the media room, feel the carpet under your feet. To book a tour on our website: [http://makernexus.org MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> Need a place to hold your maker oriented meetup? Come see our facility and consider holding it here.<br /> <br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette ]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN wood shop|Woodshop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN dirty shop |Dirty Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * Other resources<br /> ** large tables where you can work on your project<br /> ** computers with design software (Adobe suite, Corel Draw end more) - our internet speed is very, very limited at this time<br /> ** 10 person conference room<br /> ** 12 person computer lab<br /> ** 30 person event room <br /> <br /> Members may [http://makernexus.org/member-dashboard reserve equipment].<br /> <br /> In the clean area, projects are limited to things you can do over carpet. No sanding, no wet work, etc. Other work must be done in the cement floor areas. If you have a question about a project, ask any of our staff or volunteers.<br /> <br /> ===Getting certified to use equipment===<br /> <br /> If you know how to use a piece of equipment, we offer a short checkoff test with a proctor. You may arrange for a test by talking with any staff members or by posting on the appropriate Slack channel (e.g. #lasercutters, #textiles, #3dprinters)<br /> <br /> If you need to learn to use a piece of equipment, no problem - we'll teach you! We offer Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) classes for all our equipment. These short seminars will take you from a no-nothing to a user of the machine in just an hour or two. BOSS classes are posted on [https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus Activity Hero]. You can also arrange an ad hoc BOSS class by posting on the #class-requests Slack channel. Just post &quot;I'd like to arrange for a BOSS class on &lt;&lt;put the machine name here&gt;&gt;&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Next Steps===<br /> We are continuing to work on getting more metalworking tools online (such as our old Milwaukee mills) to complement the tools already up and running in our Metalshop.<br /> <br /> We are also working on better dust collection in the woodshop, and running more HVAC ducts throughout the space.<br /> <br /> ===Important Information===<br /> <br /> *[[Ethics and Conduct]]<br /> <br /> *[[Maker Nexus Equipment]]<br /> <br /> *[[Makerspace IT/Computers]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Wish List]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Design Style Guidelines]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Retail]] Sales of Consumables<br /> <br /> ==Maker Memberships==<br /> We offer Maker Memberships that give access to the shop. (Different than a non-profit &quot;membership&quot; where you are really just donating to support the mission.) Maker Memberships are not tax-deductible.<br /> <br /> === Equipment Use ===<br /> Some equipment is available to use immediately - the electronics lab or cordless hand tools. More dangerous or complex equipment (woodshop, 3D printers, laser cutters, as a few examples) require that you complete our associated BOSS class (Basic Operation and Safety Standard). There is a cost for each BOSS class; members get a discounted price. You can take BOSS classes before becoming a member.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is shared in real time. For example, the table saw is not reservable. When using the table saw for an extended period of time, please allow other members to work in their needs.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is reservable. For example, the laser cutters. On most of these pieces of equipment we allow members to reserve three sessions per week. If you do not have a reservation and the equipment is available, you may use it. However, you must be prepared to leave the equipment if a member arrives with a reservation. We may change the number of reservations allowed per week at any time. <br /> <br /> Our overall objective is to equitably and fairly share our equipment and space among all our members. If you have a need for extensive, extended use of some equipment, then you might need to find a facility other than Maker Nexus to accomplish your work.<br /> <br /> [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment|See a list of our equipment]]<br /> <br /> === What if I already know how to use the equipment? ===<br /> <br /> For some equipment we allow a member to take a test with a volunteer proctor. For example, on the laser cutter the proctor might say, &quot;cut a one inch square out of this material,&quot; and then step back to observe. If the member can demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively use that laser cutter without ANY further input from the proctor, then they are given permission to use the machine. Arranging a test-out like this can require some patience as we don't have a lot of proctors on each piece of equipment. These sessions are arranged through Slack.<br /> <br /> Woodshop is one exception to the rule. All members have to take at least BOSS Woodshop 1. In that class we cover more than just the major tools, we also spend significant time on woodshop etiquette, the peculiarities of our set up, and our general woodshop policies.<br /> <br /> === Age Limitations ===<br /> * Anyone aged 16 or older can hold a membership and use the shop.<br /> * Under 16 a child must be in direct supervision of a parent. The parent must have a valid membership and the child must have a Family Add-On membership. The parent must successfully complete the BOSS class for any equipment they will use with their child.<br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop]]<br /> ** Under the age of 10 may not be in the makerspace except on a tour or as part of a scheduled class.<br /> ** Ages 10-15 may be in the clean shop if they are in the care of a parent. They may not operate machines alone.<br /> ** Ages 16 and over may use the clean shop. <br /> * [[MN-S Wood Shop|Woodshop]] and Metal shop<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may be in the woodshop and metal shop ONLY if they are accompanied by a Maker Nexus instructor.<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may NOT accompany a parent in the woodshop or metal shop.<br /> ** Ages 12-15 may only be in the woodshop or metal shop if they are under the constant supervision of a parent.<br /> ** Age 16 and over may use the woodshop or metal shop.<br /> <br /> === Membership Types ===<br /> <br /> ==== Hobbyist Membership ====<br /> * $150 / month<br /> * Access to all machines with some time limits per week<br /> ** Woodshop, metal shop, Laser Cutters, 3D Printers, Electronics, heatpress/vinyl cutters, build tables<br /> ** Textiles: sewing, CNC embroidery, Direct to Fabric Printer, Long-arm Quilter<br /> * May rent storage as available<br /> * This is the most popular level, 95% of our members are at the Hobbyist level<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create an account at our [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com self service portal].<br /> # Use the left hand menu to navigate to Buy / Membership<br /> # Buy a membership. We will send you a welcome package with a lot of details within 2 days.<br /> <br /> ==== Family Add-on Membership ====<br /> * Requires one person with a Hobbyist membership<br /> * Additional children between the ages of 10 and 21: $50 / month each<br /> * Second adult: $50 / month (second adult should be living in the same household)<br /> <br /> How to do it:<br /> # Have the family member who will have the Family Add-On register at [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com our self service portal]. We need each person to register.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us the person's name<br /> # We will set up a family add-on membership and send them a welcome package<br /> # Log back in to the self service portal and use the left menu to go to Invoices / Open Invoices. Supply a credit card to pay the invoice. (Unfortunately our current CRM system requires each account to have a credit card associated - it can be the same credit card as another account. We are unable to have one member's account automatically pay for another.)<br /> <br /> On a side note... When we talk about needing a number of members to become self sustaining, that assumes members paying $150 a month each. The family membership is a deal. If it is within your means, families might like to consider making a regular monthly tax deductible donation to Maker Nexus.<br /> <br /> ==== Entry Level Membership ====<br /> * $75 / month. <br /> * Access to workspace, textiles, computers, 3D printers<br /> * '''No''' machine reservation<br /> * '''No''' access to <br /> ** CNC machines <br /> ** lasers <br /> ** woodshop <br /> ** metal shop <br /> ** heatpress/vinyl cutter<br /> ** Direct to Fabric printer<br /> * No storage<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with an Entry Level Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ==== Student Membership ====<br /> * $100 / month<br /> * Requires proof of current full time enrollment<br /> * Must be at least 16 years old<br /> * Largely the same as Hobbyist <br /> * Age restrictions on some equipment<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with a Student Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ===Day Passes===<br /> At this time we do not offer day passes to the makerspace. We discourage joining for just one month. We have considered short term memberships but we have several concerns. Many of our members only use the shop one or two days a month so our financial model would require a day pass to be so expensive that we feel no one would actually buy them. Secondly, if a person were to &quot;save up&quot; a number of projects and then buy a day pass we think they would expect a lot of machine access in that one day, which could block regular members from using the equipment. Imagine a person who buys an expensive day pass to use the laser cutters - how much time should we give them on our busy lasers? Would a day pass user expect six hours of laser time that one day? Or a day pass user comes into the woodshop - would they monopolize the space making it uncomfortable for regular members? <br /> <br /> Much of this is also true for one-month memberships. Memberships renew every month. Members can stop their membership at any time. We charge a restart fee for members who do this more than once a year (see above).<br /> <br /> For these reasons we do not offer short term memberships.<br /> <br /> ===Other Levels===<br /> We have considered other Maker Membership levels that would cost more and give access to more equipment hours per week, or access to specialized equipment. We have called these levels &quot;Pro&quot; and &quot;Start Up&quot; but we have not come to any hard decisions. Your feedback will help us design these to suit the community best.<br /> <br /> === Trade Work or Donate Equipment for a Membership? ===<br /> Thank you for thinking of this and asking, but we are unable to do so at this time. <br /> <br /> We have a large cadre of dedicated volunteers who put in a tremendous amount of their time into the makerspace, and all of those volunteers also pay their monthly membership dues. <br /> <br /> It is fair to say that if a person spent 10 hours painting a wall we should give them a free month's membership. Unfortunately if we do that we will go out of business. Instead we will leave the wall unpainted until we find a volunteer willing to do it. <br /> <br /> Similar thinking applies to donated equipment - there is a lot of expense in siting, maintaining, and creating education for members in order for an expensive piece of equipment to be useful. And that equipment is valued to the point that it brings in additional memberships to the organization. We certainly consider all donations, and we are happy to provide a 501(c)(3) tax receipt to you, but free membership months can put us into a financial down spiral that ends with closing the doors. <br /> <br /> If we were cash flow positive or had a huge endowment to fund operations, then we might consider barter for a membership. But to be transparent and honest (which is our policy) our revenue has to fund operations and we don't have enough revenue yet.<br /> <br /> We hope you understand our thinking. We must keep the doors open.<br /> <br /> === How to Cancel or Pause ===<br /> If you need to cancel or &quot;freeze&quot; your membership for a few months, send an email to info@makernexus.org and we will process it asap. Don't worry if it takes a few days, we will not delay just to charge you for another month. We'll do the right thing. <br /> <br /> If a member stops or freezes their membership and restarts, we charge a $150 start-up fee. However, we will waive that fee once in a 12 month period. If you stop/restart a second time within 12 months then we will charge you the start-up fee.<br /> <br /> Please note that the makerspace depends on recurring membership fees to pay for operations. Without that dependable revenue we would not be able to keep the doors open. As a non-profit our financials are open - no one is making a fortune off your membership fees.<br /> <br /> ==New Members==<br /> If you are new to Maker Nexus, welcome. All the communication tools can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Please visit our [[MN New Member|new member]] page.<br /> <br /> == Member Dashboard ==<br /> We have a number of systems that members need to access. It can be hard to keep all the URLs sorted out. Use the [[MN Member Dashboard]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Clubs and Groups==<br /> We have a number of groups running within our organization. Read about them on the [[MN Clubs and Groups]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Event space &amp; meet ups==<br /> <br /> Our event space is available for use free of charge for MeetUp groups who fall within our mission and for all non-profit organizations to be used for conferences, presentations, and meetings. You can request to book the room at https://www.makernexus.org/reserve-a-room<br /> <br /> ==How to Help==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.makernexus.com/membership sign up to become a member]<br /> * spread the word to help us attract more members ([[MN Sample Ads|Some Sample Text You Can Use]])<br /> * help us find corporate donors<br /> * [[MN Wish List |make a donation]] <br /> * join a stewards team looking after one part of the makerspace<br /> * [[Donations|donations of equipment and such]]<br /> <br /> We have [https://goo.gl/hoLpJD a flier] you can put up anywhere you think potential members will see it.<br /> <br /> ==Thank You==<br /> A number of people have made significant contributions to Maker Nexus. We have some [[MN Thanks You]] to read.<br /> <br /> ==More Details==<br /> ===Finances===<br /> If you are into finance details, our member reports have info on the last month's income and expenses. If you want a peek at the more full financial model for the year, ask and we'll supply it to you. It changes periodically and we will want to get you the latest version.<br /> <br /> ===Organization's History===<br /> [[Maker Nexus History]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Maker Nexus Makerspace]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Maker_Nexus_Makerspace&diff=3925 2023-08-16T23:20:47Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Age Limitations */</p> <hr /> <div>= Maker Nexus, Sunnyvale, California =<br /> <br /> (Information about the Maker Nexus organization's makerspace will be provided here. If you register with this wiki you can click the star at the top right to &quot;watch&quot; this page. If you do this then you will get an email whenever this page is updated.)<br /> <br /> New members go to the [[MN New Member]] page to get started.<br /> <br /> ==The Takeaway==<br /> For those who need the quick summary:<br /> * Non-profit organization<br /> * Makerspace: 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 / 408.685.2500<br /> * Open 10 AM - 10 PM, seven days a week<br /> * A few paid staff members for support &amp; maintenance, but a very lean organization<br /> * Rely heavily on volunteers <br /> * $150/month membership<br /> * Everyone has to pitch in to make this work<br /> <br /> We hope that you, the reader, will [http://makernexus.org/membership join us] in growing a healthy makerspace for everyone.<br /> <br /> ==Our Mission==<br /> We believe that everyone sees opportunities to improve their world but most people lack the tools and skills to make those improvements. For some people it's a better Halloween costume; for others it's a way to provide clean water to remote villages. Maker Nexus helps everyone to gain the skills and use the tools they need to realize their dreams.<br /> <br /> Maker Nexus is a non-profit with a mission to provide education in woodworking, textiles, metalworking, and other vocational skills and hobby crafts, and promote the same in the community. We do this by providing a community makerspace and training that serves all experience levels from hobbyists to professionals. Our goal is to help each person improve their skills whether as STEAM/STEM teen, life enrichment, job skill acquisition, or new entrepreneur.<br /> <br /> We also work to help other non-profit makerspaces. Our classes, project sheets, governance documents, tool research, etc are all available to others under a Creative Commons license [[Makernexuswiki:Copyrights]].<br /> <br /> It's our hope that through Maker Nexus a plethora of good things will happen to our world.<br /> <br /> Sometimes government officials ask how a makerspace can help their community at large. In response, we have a list of [[Why do we need makerspaces?|businesses that have been developed in a makerspace]].<br /> <br /> ==The Organization==<br /> Become a [http://makernexus.org/membership member], pledge your support, and track our progress on our website: [http://makernexus.com MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> We are a California non-profit and classified by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Read [https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/968edc_c77794d1347e4d47ab6b18c2da6b64a4.pdf our by laws]. We are classified by the IRS as a public charity. You can view our tax returns by asking one of our general managers.<br /> <br /> Read [https://www.makernexus.com/the-team our officers'] biographies.<br /> <br /> Read [[Maker Nexus Steering Committee|our team history]].<br /> <br /> [[MN Position Plans|Position Plans]] for board members, volunteers, contractors, and employees.<br /> <br /> Become [[MN New Member|part of the team ]]<br /> <br /> ==The Makerspace==<br /> ===Address===<br /> <br /> 1330 Orleans Drive<br /> Sunnyvale, CA 94089<br /> 408.685.2500<br /> <br /> ===Current Status===<br /> <br /> Woodshop is open and running fully!<br /> Metal shop tools are being brought online as we're able. Manual lathe and mill are available now. Sheet metal equipment is available.<br /> <br /> Regular hours of 10 am - 10 pm<br /> <br /> We welcome everyone to stop by and tour the makerspace. See the machines, look at the media room, feel the carpet under your feet. To book a tour on our website: [http://makernexus.org MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> Need a place to hold your maker oriented meetup? Come see our facility and consider holding it here.<br /> <br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette ]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN wood shop|Woodshop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN dirty shop |Dirty Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * Other resources<br /> ** large tables where you can work on your project<br /> ** computers with design software (Adobe suite, Corel Draw end more) - our internet speed is very, very limited at this time<br /> ** 10 person conference room<br /> ** 12 person computer lab<br /> ** 30 person event room <br /> <br /> Members may [http://makernexus.org/member-dashboard reserve equipment].<br /> <br /> In the clean area, projects are limited to things you can do over carpet. No sanding, no wet work, etc. Other work must be done in the cement floor areas. If you have a question about a project, ask any of our staff or volunteers.<br /> <br /> ===Getting certified to use equipment===<br /> <br /> If you know how to use a piece of equipment, we offer a short checkoff test with a proctor. You may arrange for a test by talking with any staff members or by posting on the appropriate Slack channel (e.g. #lasercutters, #textiles, #3dprinters)<br /> <br /> If you need to learn to use a piece of equipment, no problem - we'll teach you! We offer Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) classes for all our equipment. These short seminars will take you from a no-nothing to a user of the machine in just an hour or two. BOSS classes are posted on [https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus Activity Hero]. You can also arrange an ad hoc BOSS class by posting on the #class-requests Slack channel. Just post &quot;I'd like to arrange for a BOSS class on &lt;&lt;put the machine name here&gt;&gt;&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Next Steps===<br /> We are continuing to work on getting more metalworking tools online (such as our old Milwaukee mills) to complement the tools already up and running in our Metalshop.<br /> <br /> We are also working on better dust collection in the woodshop, and running more HVAC ducts throughout the space.<br /> <br /> ===Important Information===<br /> <br /> *[[Ethics and Conduct]]<br /> <br /> *[[Maker Nexus Equipment]]<br /> <br /> *[[Makerspace IT/Computers]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Wish List]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Design Style Guidelines]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Retail]] Sales of Consumables<br /> <br /> ==Maker Memberships==<br /> We offer Maker Memberships that give access to the shop. (Different than a non-profit &quot;membership&quot; where you are really just donating to support the mission.) Maker Memberships are not tax-deductible.<br /> <br /> === Equipment Use ===<br /> Some equipment is available to use immediately - the electronics lab or cordless hand tools. More dangerous or complex equipment (woodshop, 3D printers, laser cutters, as a few examples) require that you complete our associated BOSS class (Basic Operation and Safety Standard). There is a cost for each BOSS class; members get a discounted price. You can take BOSS classes before becoming a member.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is shared in real time. For example, the table saw is not reservable. When using the table saw for an extended period of time, please allow other members to work in their needs.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is reservable. For example, the laser cutters. On most of these pieces of equipment we allow members to reserve three sessions per week. If you do not have a reservation and the equipment is available, you may use it. However, you must be prepared to leave the equipment if a member arrives with a reservation. We may change the number of reservations allowed per week at any time. <br /> <br /> Our overall objective is to equitably and fairly share our equipment and space among all our members. If you have a need for extensive, extended use of some equipment, then you might need to find a facility other than Maker Nexus to accomplish your work.<br /> <br /> [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment|See a list of our equipment]]<br /> <br /> === What if I already know how to use the equipment? ===<br /> <br /> For some equipment we allow a member to take a test with a volunteer proctor. For example, on the laser cutter the proctor might say, &quot;cut a one inch square out of this material,&quot; and then step back to observe. If the member can demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively use that laser cutter without ANY further input from the proctor, then they are given permission to use the machine. Arranging a test-out like this can require some patience as we don't have a lot of proctors on each piece of equipment. These sessions are arranged through Slack.<br /> <br /> Woodshop is one exception to the rule. All members have to take at least BOSS Woodshop 1. In that class we cover more than just the major tools, we also spend significant time on woodshop etiquette, the peculiarities of our set up, and our general woodshop policies.<br /> <br /> === Age Limitations ===<br /> * Anyone aged 16 or older can hold a membership and use the shop.<br /> * Under 16 a child must be in direct supervision of a parent. The parent must have a valid membership and the child must have a Family Add-On membership. The parent must successfully complete the BOSS class for any equipment they will use with their child.<br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop]]<br /> ** Under the age of 10 may not be in the makerspace except on a tour or as part of a scheduled class.<br /> ** Ages 10-15 may be in the clean shop if they are in the care of a parent. They may not operate machines alone.<br /> ** Ages 16 and over may use the clean shop. <br /> * [[MN-S Wood Shop|Woodshop]] and Metalshop<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may be in the woodshop ONLY if they are accompanied by a Maker Nexus instructor.<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may NOT accompany a parent in the woodshop.<br /> ** Ages 12-15 may only be in the woodshop if they are under the constant supervision of a parent.<br /> ** Age 16 and over may use the woodshop.<br /> <br /> === Membership Types ===<br /> <br /> ==== Hobbyist Membership ====<br /> * $150 / month<br /> * Access to all machines with some time limits per week<br /> ** Woodshop, metal shop, Laser Cutters, 3D Printers, Electronics, heatpress/vinyl cutters, build tables<br /> ** Textiles: sewing, CNC embroidery, Direct to Fabric Printer, Long-arm Quilter<br /> * May rent storage as available<br /> * This is the most popular level, 95% of our members are at the Hobbyist level<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create an account at our [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com self service portal].<br /> # Use the left hand menu to navigate to Buy / Membership<br /> # Buy a membership. We will send you a welcome package with a lot of details within 2 days.<br /> <br /> ==== Family Add-on Membership ====<br /> * Requires one person with a Hobbyist membership<br /> * Additional children between the ages of 10 and 21: $50 / month each<br /> * Second adult: $50 / month (second adult should be living in the same household)<br /> <br /> How to do it:<br /> # Have the family member who will have the Family Add-On register at [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com our self service portal]. We need each person to register.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us the person's name<br /> # We will set up a family add-on membership and send them a welcome package<br /> # Log back in to the self service portal and use the left menu to go to Invoices / Open Invoices. Supply a credit card to pay the invoice. (Unfortunately our current CRM system requires each account to have a credit card associated - it can be the same credit card as another account. We are unable to have one member's account automatically pay for another.)<br /> <br /> On a side note... When we talk about needing a number of members to become self sustaining, that assumes members paying $150 a month each. The family membership is a deal. If it is within your means, families might like to consider making a regular monthly tax deductible donation to Maker Nexus.<br /> <br /> ==== Entry Level Membership ====<br /> * $75 / month. <br /> * Access to workspace, textiles, computers, 3D printers<br /> * '''No''' machine reservation<br /> * '''No''' access to <br /> ** CNC machines <br /> ** lasers <br /> ** woodshop <br /> ** metal shop <br /> ** heatpress/vinyl cutter<br /> ** Direct to Fabric printer<br /> * No storage<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with an Entry Level Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ==== Student Membership ====<br /> * $100 / month<br /> * Requires proof of current full time enrollment<br /> * Must be at least 16 years old<br /> * Largely the same as Hobbyist <br /> * Age restrictions on some equipment<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with a Student Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ===Day Passes===<br /> At this time we do not offer day passes to the makerspace. We discourage joining for just one month. We have considered short term memberships but we have several concerns. Many of our members only use the shop one or two days a month so our financial model would require a day pass to be so expensive that we feel no one would actually buy them. Secondly, if a person were to &quot;save up&quot; a number of projects and then buy a day pass we think they would expect a lot of machine access in that one day, which could block regular members from using the equipment. Imagine a person who buys an expensive day pass to use the laser cutters - how much time should we give them on our busy lasers? Would a day pass user expect six hours of laser time that one day? Or a day pass user comes into the woodshop - would they monopolize the space making it uncomfortable for regular members? <br /> <br /> Much of this is also true for one-month memberships. Memberships renew every month. Members can stop their membership at any time. We charge a restart fee for members who do this more than once a year (see above).<br /> <br /> For these reasons we do not offer short term memberships.<br /> <br /> ===Other Levels===<br /> We have considered other Maker Membership levels that would cost more and give access to more equipment hours per week, or access to specialized equipment. We have called these levels &quot;Pro&quot; and &quot;Start Up&quot; but we have not come to any hard decisions. Your feedback will help us design these to suit the community best.<br /> <br /> === Trade Work or Donate Equipment for a Membership? ===<br /> Thank you for thinking of this and asking, but we are unable to do so at this time. <br /> <br /> We have a large cadre of dedicated volunteers who put in a tremendous amount of their time into the makerspace, and all of those volunteers also pay their monthly membership dues. <br /> <br /> It is fair to say that if a person spent 10 hours painting a wall we should give them a free month's membership. Unfortunately if we do that we will go out of business. Instead we will leave the wall unpainted until we find a volunteer willing to do it. <br /> <br /> Similar thinking applies to donated equipment - there is a lot of expense in siting, maintaining, and creating education for members in order for an expensive piece of equipment to be useful. And that equipment is valued to the point that it brings in additional memberships to the organization. We certainly consider all donations, and we are happy to provide a 501(c)(3) tax receipt to you, but free membership months can put us into a financial down spiral that ends with closing the doors. <br /> <br /> If we were cash flow positive or had a huge endowment to fund operations, then we might consider barter for a membership. But to be transparent and honest (which is our policy) our revenue has to fund operations and we don't have enough revenue yet.<br /> <br /> We hope you understand our thinking. We must keep the doors open.<br /> <br /> === How to Cancel or Pause ===<br /> If you need to cancel or &quot;freeze&quot; your membership for a few months, send an email to info@makernexus.org and we will process it asap. Don't worry if it takes a few days, we will not delay just to charge you for another month. We'll do the right thing. <br /> <br /> If a member stops or freezes their membership and restarts, we charge a $150 start-up fee. However, we will waive that fee once in a 12 month period. If you stop/restart a second time within 12 months then we will charge you the start-up fee.<br /> <br /> Please note that the makerspace depends on recurring membership fees to pay for operations. Without that dependable revenue we would not be able to keep the doors open. As a non-profit our financials are open - no one is making a fortune off your membership fees.<br /> <br /> ==New Members==<br /> If you are new to Maker Nexus, welcome. All the communication tools can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Please visit our [[MN New Member|new member]] page.<br /> <br /> == Member Dashboard ==<br /> We have a number of systems that members need to access. It can be hard to keep all the URLs sorted out. Use the [[MN Member Dashboard]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Clubs and Groups==<br /> We have a number of groups running within our organization. Read about them on the [[MN Clubs and Groups]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Event space &amp; meet ups==<br /> <br /> Our event space is available for use free of charge for MeetUp groups who fall within our mission and for all non-profit organizations to be used for conferences, presentations, and meetings. You can request to book the room at https://www.makernexus.org/reserve-a-room<br /> <br /> ==How to Help==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.makernexus.com/membership sign up to become a member]<br /> * spread the word to help us attract more members ([[MN Sample Ads|Some Sample Text You Can Use]])<br /> * help us find corporate donors<br /> * [[MN Wish List |make a donation]] <br /> * join a stewards team looking after one part of the makerspace<br /> * [[Donations|donations of equipment and such]]<br /> <br /> We have [https://goo.gl/hoLpJD a flier] you can put up anywhere you think potential members will see it.<br /> <br /> ==Thank You==<br /> A number of people have made significant contributions to Maker Nexus. We have some [[MN Thanks You]] to read.<br /> <br /> ==More Details==<br /> ===Finances===<br /> If you are into finance details, our member reports have info on the last month's income and expenses. If you want a peek at the more full financial model for the year, ask and we'll supply it to you. It changes periodically and we will want to get you the latest version.<br /> <br /> ===Organization's History===<br /> [[Maker Nexus History]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Maker Nexus Makerspace]]</div>

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<p>HaleyM: /* Age Limitations */</p> <hr /> <div>= Maker Nexus, Sunnyvale, California =<br /> <br /> (Information about the Maker Nexus organization's makerspace will be provided here. If you register with this wiki you can click the star at the top right to &quot;watch&quot; this page. If you do this then you will get an email whenever this page is updated.)<br /> <br /> New members go to the [[MN New Member]] page to get started.<br /> <br /> ==The Takeaway==<br /> For those who need the quick summary:<br /> * Non-profit organization<br /> * Makerspace: 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 / 408.685.2500<br /> * Open 10 AM - 10 PM, seven days a week<br /> * A few paid staff members for support &amp; maintenance, but a very lean organization<br /> * Rely heavily on volunteers <br /> * $150/month membership<br /> * Everyone has to pitch in to make this work<br /> <br /> We hope that you, the reader, will [http://makernexus.org/membership join us] in growing a healthy makerspace for everyone.<br /> <br /> ==Our Mission==<br /> We believe that everyone sees opportunities to improve their world but most people lack the tools and skills to make those improvements. For some people it's a better Halloween costume; for others it's a way to provide clean water to remote villages. Maker Nexus helps everyone to gain the skills and use the tools they need to realize their dreams.<br /> <br /> Maker Nexus is a non-profit with a mission to provide education in woodworking, textiles, metalworking, and other vocational skills and hobby crafts, and promote the same in the community. We do this by providing a community makerspace and training that serves all experience levels from hobbyists to professionals. Our goal is to help each person improve their skills whether as STEAM/STEM teen, life enrichment, job skill acquisition, or new entrepreneur.<br /> <br /> We also work to help other non-profit makerspaces. Our classes, project sheets, governance documents, tool research, etc are all available to others under a Creative Commons license [[Makernexuswiki:Copyrights]].<br /> <br /> It's our hope that through Maker Nexus a plethora of good things will happen to our world.<br /> <br /> Sometimes government officials ask how a makerspace can help their community at large. In response, we have a list of [[Why do we need makerspaces?|businesses that have been developed in a makerspace]].<br /> <br /> ==The Organization==<br /> Become a [http://makernexus.org/membership member], pledge your support, and track our progress on our website: [http://makernexus.com MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> We are a California non-profit and classified by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Read [https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/968edc_c77794d1347e4d47ab6b18c2da6b64a4.pdf our by laws]. We are classified by the IRS as a public charity. You can view our tax returns by asking one of our general managers.<br /> <br /> Read [https://www.makernexus.com/the-team our officers'] biographies.<br /> <br /> Read [[Maker Nexus Steering Committee|our team history]].<br /> <br /> [[MN Position Plans|Position Plans]] for board members, volunteers, contractors, and employees.<br /> <br /> Become [[MN New Member|part of the team ]]<br /> <br /> ==The Makerspace==<br /> ===Address===<br /> <br /> 1330 Orleans Drive<br /> Sunnyvale, CA 94089<br /> 408.685.2500<br /> <br /> ===Current Status===<br /> <br /> Woodshop is open and running fully!<br /> Metal shop tools are being brought online as we're able. Manual lathe and mill are available now. Sheet metal equipment is available.<br /> <br /> Regular hours of 10 am - 10 pm<br /> <br /> We welcome everyone to stop by and tour the makerspace. See the machines, look at the media room, feel the carpet under your feet. To book a tour on our website: [http://makernexus.org MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> Need a place to hold your maker oriented meetup? Come see our facility and consider holding it here.<br /> <br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette ]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN wood shop|Woodshop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN dirty shop |Dirty Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * Other resources<br /> ** large tables where you can work on your project<br /> ** computers with design software (Adobe suite, Corel Draw end more) - our internet speed is very, very limited at this time<br /> ** 10 person conference room<br /> ** 12 person computer lab<br /> ** 30 person event room <br /> <br /> Members may [http://makernexus.org/member-dashboard reserve equipment].<br /> <br /> In the clean area, projects are limited to things you can do over carpet. No sanding, no wet work, etc. Other work must be done in the cement floor areas. If you have a question about a project, ask any of our staff or volunteers.<br /> <br /> ===Getting certified to use equipment===<br /> <br /> If you know how to use a piece of equipment, we offer a short checkoff test with a proctor. You may arrange for a test by talking with any staff members or by posting on the appropriate Slack channel (e.g. #lasercutters, #textiles, #3dprinters)<br /> <br /> If you need to learn to use a piece of equipment, no problem - we'll teach you! We offer Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) classes for all our equipment. These short seminars will take you from a no-nothing to a user of the machine in just an hour or two. BOSS classes are posted on [https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus Activity Hero]. You can also arrange an ad hoc BOSS class by posting on the #class-requests Slack channel. Just post &quot;I'd like to arrange for a BOSS class on &lt;&lt;put the machine name here&gt;&gt;&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Next Steps===<br /> We are continuing to work on getting more metalworking tools online (such as our old Milwaukee mills) to complement the tools already up and running in our Metalshop.<br /> <br /> We are also working on better dust collection in the woodshop, and running more HVAC ducts throughout the space.<br /> <br /> ===Important Information===<br /> <br /> *[[Ethics and Conduct]]<br /> <br /> *[[Maker Nexus Equipment]]<br /> <br /> *[[Makerspace IT/Computers]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Wish List]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Design Style Guidelines]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Retail]] Sales of Consumables<br /> <br /> ==Maker Memberships==<br /> We offer Maker Memberships that give access to the shop. (Different than a non-profit &quot;membership&quot; where you are really just donating to support the mission.) Maker Memberships are not tax-deductible.<br /> <br /> === Equipment Use ===<br /> Some equipment is available to use immediately - the electronics lab or cordless hand tools. More dangerous or complex equipment (woodshop, 3D printers, laser cutters, as a few examples) require that you complete our associated BOSS class (Basic Operation and Safety Standard). There is a cost for each BOSS class; members get a discounted price. You can take BOSS classes before becoming a member.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is shared in real time. For example, the table saw is not reservable. When using the table saw for an extended period of time, please allow other members to work in their needs.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is reservable. For example, the laser cutters. On most of these pieces of equipment we allow members to reserve three sessions per week. If you do not have a reservation and the equipment is available, you may use it. However, you must be prepared to leave the equipment if a member arrives with a reservation. We may change the number of reservations allowed per week at any time. <br /> <br /> Our overall objective is to equitably and fairly share our equipment and space among all our members. If you have a need for extensive, extended use of some equipment, then you might need to find a facility other than Maker Nexus to accomplish your work.<br /> <br /> [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment|See a list of our equipment]]<br /> <br /> === What if I already know how to use the equipment? ===<br /> <br /> For some equipment we allow a member to take a test with a volunteer proctor. For example, on the laser cutter the proctor might say, &quot;cut a one inch square out of this material,&quot; and then step back to observe. If the member can demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively use that laser cutter without ANY further input from the proctor, then they are given permission to use the machine. Arranging a test-out like this can require some patience as we don't have a lot of proctors on each piece of equipment. These sessions are arranged through Slack.<br /> <br /> Woodshop is one exception to the rule. All members have to take at least BOSS Woodshop 1. In that class we cover more than just the major tools, we also spend significant time on woodshop etiquette, the peculiarities of our set up, and our general woodshop policies.<br /> <br /> === Age Limitations ===<br /> * Anyone aged 16 or older can hold a membership and use the shop.<br /> * Under 16 a child must be in direct supervision of a parent. The parent must have a valid membership and the child must have a Family Add-On membership. The parent must successfully complete the BOSS class for any equipment they will use with their child.<br /> * Clean shop<br /> ** Under the age of 10 may not be in the makerspace except on a tour or as part of a scheduled class.<br /> ** Ages 10-15 may be in the [[MN Clean shop|clean shop]] if they are in the care of a parent. They may not operate machines alone.<br /> ** Ages 16 and over may use the clean shop. <br /> * Woodshop<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may be in the woodshop ONLY if they are accompanied by a Maker Nexus instructor.<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may NOT accompany a parent in the woodshop.<br /> ** Ages 12-15 may only be in the woodshop if they are under the constant supervision of a parent.<br /> ** Age 16 and over may use the woodshop.<br /> <br /> === Membership Types ===<br /> <br /> ==== Hobbyist Membership ====<br /> * $150 / month<br /> * Access to all machines with some time limits per week<br /> ** Woodshop, metal shop, Laser Cutters, 3D Printers, Electronics, heatpress/vinyl cutters, build tables<br /> ** Textiles: sewing, CNC embroidery, Direct to Fabric Printer, Long-arm Quilter<br /> * May rent storage as available<br /> * This is the most popular level, 95% of our members are at the Hobbyist level<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create an account at our [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com self service portal].<br /> # Use the left hand menu to navigate to Buy / Membership<br /> # Buy a membership. We will send you a welcome package with a lot of details within 2 days.<br /> <br /> ==== Family Add-on Membership ====<br /> * Requires one person with a Hobbyist membership<br /> * Additional children between the ages of 10 and 21: $50 / month each<br /> * Second adult: $50 / month (second adult should be living in the same household)<br /> <br /> How to do it:<br /> # Have the family member who will have the Family Add-On register at [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com our self service portal]. We need each person to register.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us the person's name<br /> # We will set up a family add-on membership and send them a welcome package<br /> # Log back in to the self service portal and use the left menu to go to Invoices / Open Invoices. Supply a credit card to pay the invoice. (Unfortunately our current CRM system requires each account to have a credit card associated - it can be the same credit card as another account. We are unable to have one member's account automatically pay for another.)<br /> <br /> On a side note... When we talk about needing a number of members to become self sustaining, that assumes members paying $150 a month each. The family membership is a deal. If it is within your means, families might like to consider making a regular monthly tax deductible donation to Maker Nexus.<br /> <br /> ==== Entry Level Membership ====<br /> * $75 / month. <br /> * Access to workspace, textiles, computers, 3D printers<br /> * '''No''' machine reservation<br /> * '''No''' access to <br /> ** CNC machines <br /> ** lasers <br /> ** woodshop <br /> ** metal shop <br /> ** heatpress/vinyl cutter<br /> ** Direct to Fabric printer<br /> * No storage<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with an Entry Level Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ==== Student Membership ====<br /> * $100 / month<br /> * Requires proof of current full time enrollment<br /> * Must be at least 16 years old<br /> * Largely the same as Hobbyist <br /> * Age restrictions on some equipment<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with a Student Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ===Day Passes===<br /> At this time we do not offer day passes to the makerspace. We discourage joining for just one month. We have considered short term memberships but we have several concerns. Many of our members only use the shop one or two days a month so our financial model would require a day pass to be so expensive that we feel no one would actually buy them. Secondly, if a person were to &quot;save up&quot; a number of projects and then buy a day pass we think they would expect a lot of machine access in that one day, which could block regular members from using the equipment. Imagine a person who buys an expensive day pass to use the laser cutters - how much time should we give them on our busy lasers? Would a day pass user expect six hours of laser time that one day? Or a day pass user comes into the woodshop - would they monopolize the space making it uncomfortable for regular members? <br /> <br /> Much of this is also true for one-month memberships. Memberships renew every month. Members can stop their membership at any time. We charge a restart fee for members who do this more than once a year (see above).<br /> <br /> For these reasons we do not offer short term memberships.<br /> <br /> ===Other Levels===<br /> We have considered other Maker Membership levels that would cost more and give access to more equipment hours per week, or access to specialized equipment. We have called these levels &quot;Pro&quot; and &quot;Start Up&quot; but we have not come to any hard decisions. Your feedback will help us design these to suit the community best.<br /> <br /> === Trade Work or Donate Equipment for a Membership? ===<br /> Thank you for thinking of this and asking, but we are unable to do so at this time. <br /> <br /> We have a large cadre of dedicated volunteers who put in a tremendous amount of their time into the makerspace, and all of those volunteers also pay their monthly membership dues. <br /> <br /> It is fair to say that if a person spent 10 hours painting a wall we should give them a free month's membership. Unfortunately if we do that we will go out of business. Instead we will leave the wall unpainted until we find a volunteer willing to do it. <br /> <br /> Similar thinking applies to donated equipment - there is a lot of expense in siting, maintaining, and creating education for members in order for an expensive piece of equipment to be useful. And that equipment is valued to the point that it brings in additional memberships to the organization. We certainly consider all donations, and we are happy to provide a 501(c)(3) tax receipt to you, but free membership months can put us into a financial down spiral that ends with closing the doors. <br /> <br /> If we were cash flow positive or had a huge endowment to fund operations, then we might consider barter for a membership. But to be transparent and honest (which is our policy) our revenue has to fund operations and we don't have enough revenue yet.<br /> <br /> We hope you understand our thinking. We must keep the doors open.<br /> <br /> === How to Cancel or Pause ===<br /> If you need to cancel or &quot;freeze&quot; your membership for a few months, send an email to info@makernexus.org and we will process it asap. Don't worry if it takes a few days, we will not delay just to charge you for another month. We'll do the right thing. <br /> <br /> If a member stops or freezes their membership and restarts, we charge a $150 start-up fee. However, we will waive that fee once in a 12 month period. If you stop/restart a second time within 12 months then we will charge you the start-up fee.<br /> <br /> Please note that the makerspace depends on recurring membership fees to pay for operations. Without that dependable revenue we would not be able to keep the doors open. As a non-profit our financials are open - no one is making a fortune off your membership fees.<br /> <br /> ==New Members==<br /> If you are new to Maker Nexus, welcome. All the communication tools can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Please visit our [[MN New Member|new member]] page.<br /> <br /> == Member Dashboard ==<br /> We have a number of systems that members need to access. It can be hard to keep all the URLs sorted out. Use the [[MN Member Dashboard]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Clubs and Groups==<br /> We have a number of groups running within our organization. Read about them on the [[MN Clubs and Groups]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Event space &amp; meet ups==<br /> <br /> Our event space is available for use free of charge for MeetUp groups who fall within our mission and for all non-profit organizations to be used for conferences, presentations, and meetings. You can request to book the room at https://www.makernexus.org/reserve-a-room<br /> <br /> ==How to Help==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.makernexus.com/membership sign up to become a member]<br /> * spread the word to help us attract more members ([[MN Sample Ads|Some Sample Text You Can Use]])<br /> * help us find corporate donors<br /> * [[MN Wish List |make a donation]] <br /> * join a stewards team looking after one part of the makerspace<br /> * [[Donations|donations of equipment and such]]<br /> <br /> We have [https://goo.gl/hoLpJD a flier] you can put up anywhere you think potential members will see it.<br /> <br /> ==Thank You==<br /> A number of people have made significant contributions to Maker Nexus. We have some [[MN Thanks You]] to read.<br /> <br /> ==More Details==<br /> ===Finances===<br /> If you are into finance details, our member reports have info on the last month's income and expenses. If you want a peek at the more full financial model for the year, ask and we'll supply it to you. It changes periodically and we will want to get you the latest version.<br /> <br /> ===Organization's History===<br /> [[Maker Nexus History]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Maker Nexus Makerspace]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Maker_Nexus_Makerspace&diff=3923 2023-08-16T23:14:10Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Age Limitations */</p> <hr /> <div>= Maker Nexus, Sunnyvale, California =<br /> <br /> (Information about the Maker Nexus organization's makerspace will be provided here. If you register with this wiki you can click the star at the top right to &quot;watch&quot; this page. If you do this then you will get an email whenever this page is updated.)<br /> <br /> New members go to the [[MN New Member]] page to get started.<br /> <br /> ==The Takeaway==<br /> For those who need the quick summary:<br /> * Non-profit organization<br /> * Makerspace: 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 / 408.685.2500<br /> * Open 10 AM - 10 PM, seven days a week<br /> * A few paid staff members for support &amp; maintenance, but a very lean organization<br /> * Rely heavily on volunteers <br /> * $150/month membership<br /> * Everyone has to pitch in to make this work<br /> <br /> We hope that you, the reader, will [http://makernexus.org/membership join us] in growing a healthy makerspace for everyone.<br /> <br /> ==Our Mission==<br /> We believe that everyone sees opportunities to improve their world but most people lack the tools and skills to make those improvements. For some people it's a better Halloween costume; for others it's a way to provide clean water to remote villages. Maker Nexus helps everyone to gain the skills and use the tools they need to realize their dreams.<br /> <br /> Maker Nexus is a non-profit with a mission to provide education in woodworking, textiles, metalworking, and other vocational skills and hobby crafts, and promote the same in the community. We do this by providing a community makerspace and training that serves all experience levels from hobbyists to professionals. Our goal is to help each person improve their skills whether as STEAM/STEM teen, life enrichment, job skill acquisition, or new entrepreneur.<br /> <br /> We also work to help other non-profit makerspaces. Our classes, project sheets, governance documents, tool research, etc are all available to others under a Creative Commons license [[Makernexuswiki:Copyrights]].<br /> <br /> It's our hope that through Maker Nexus a plethora of good things will happen to our world.<br /> <br /> Sometimes government officials ask how a makerspace can help their community at large. In response, we have a list of [[Why do we need makerspaces?|businesses that have been developed in a makerspace]].<br /> <br /> ==The Organization==<br /> Become a [http://makernexus.org/membership member], pledge your support, and track our progress on our website: [http://makernexus.com MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> We are a California non-profit and classified by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Read [https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/968edc_c77794d1347e4d47ab6b18c2da6b64a4.pdf our by laws]. We are classified by the IRS as a public charity. You can view our tax returns by asking one of our general managers.<br /> <br /> Read [https://www.makernexus.com/the-team our officers'] biographies.<br /> <br /> Read [[Maker Nexus Steering Committee|our team history]].<br /> <br /> [[MN Position Plans|Position Plans]] for board members, volunteers, contractors, and employees.<br /> <br /> Become [[MN New Member|part of the team ]]<br /> <br /> ==The Makerspace==<br /> ===Address===<br /> <br /> 1330 Orleans Drive<br /> Sunnyvale, CA 94089<br /> 408.685.2500<br /> <br /> ===Current Status===<br /> <br /> Woodshop is open and running fully!<br /> Metal shop tools are being brought online as we're able. Manual lathe and mill are available now. Sheet metal equipment is available.<br /> <br /> Regular hours of 10 am - 10 pm<br /> <br /> We welcome everyone to stop by and tour the makerspace. See the machines, look at the media room, feel the carpet under your feet. To book a tour on our website: [http://makernexus.org MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> Need a place to hold your maker oriented meetup? Come see our facility and consider holding it here.<br /> <br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette ]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN wood shop|Woodshop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN dirty shop |Dirty Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * Other resources<br /> ** large tables where you can work on your project<br /> ** computers with design software (Adobe suite, Corel Draw end more) - our internet speed is very, very limited at this time<br /> ** 10 person conference room<br /> ** 12 person computer lab<br /> ** 30 person event room <br /> <br /> Members may [http://makernexus.org/member-dashboard reserve equipment].<br /> <br /> In the clean area, projects are limited to things you can do over carpet. No sanding, no wet work, etc. Other work must be done in the cement floor areas. If you have a question about a project, ask any of our staff or volunteers.<br /> <br /> ===Getting certified to use equipment===<br /> <br /> If you know how to use a piece of equipment, we offer a short checkoff test with a proctor. You may arrange for a test by talking with any staff members or by posting on the appropriate Slack channel (e.g. #lasercutters, #textiles, #3dprinters)<br /> <br /> If you need to learn to use a piece of equipment, no problem - we'll teach you! We offer Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) classes for all our equipment. These short seminars will take you from a no-nothing to a user of the machine in just an hour or two. BOSS classes are posted on [https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus Activity Hero]. You can also arrange an ad hoc BOSS class by posting on the #class-requests Slack channel. Just post &quot;I'd like to arrange for a BOSS class on &lt;&lt;put the machine name here&gt;&gt;&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Next Steps===<br /> We are continuing to work on getting more metalworking tools online (such as our old Milwaukee mills) to complement the tools already up and running in our Metalshop.<br /> <br /> We are also working on better dust collection in the woodshop, and running more HVAC ducts throughout the space.<br /> <br /> ===Important Information===<br /> <br /> *[[Ethics and Conduct]]<br /> <br /> *[[Maker Nexus Equipment]]<br /> <br /> *[[Makerspace IT/Computers]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Wish List]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Design Style Guidelines]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Retail]] Sales of Consumables<br /> <br /> ==Maker Memberships==<br /> We offer Maker Memberships that give access to the shop. (Different than a non-profit &quot;membership&quot; where you are really just donating to support the mission.) Maker Memberships are not tax-deductible.<br /> <br /> === Equipment Use ===<br /> Some equipment is available to use immediately - the electronics lab or cordless hand tools. More dangerous or complex equipment (woodshop, 3D printers, laser cutters, as a few examples) require that you complete our associated BOSS class (Basic Operation and Safety Standard). There is a cost for each BOSS class; members get a discounted price. You can take BOSS classes before becoming a member.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is shared in real time. For example, the table saw is not reservable. When using the table saw for an extended period of time, please allow other members to work in their needs.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is reservable. For example, the laser cutters. On most of these pieces of equipment we allow members to reserve three sessions per week. If you do not have a reservation and the equipment is available, you may use it. However, you must be prepared to leave the equipment if a member arrives with a reservation. We may change the number of reservations allowed per week at any time. <br /> <br /> Our overall objective is to equitably and fairly share our equipment and space among all our members. If you have a need for extensive, extended use of some equipment, then you might need to find a facility other than Maker Nexus to accomplish your work.<br /> <br /> [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment|See a list of our equipment]]<br /> <br /> === What if I already know how to use the equipment? ===<br /> <br /> For some equipment we allow a member to take a test with a volunteer proctor. For example, on the laser cutter the proctor might say, &quot;cut a one inch square out of this material,&quot; and then step back to observe. If the member can demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively use that laser cutter without ANY further input from the proctor, then they are given permission to use the machine. Arranging a test-out like this can require some patience as we don't have a lot of proctors on each piece of equipment. These sessions are arranged through Slack.<br /> <br /> Woodshop is one exception to the rule. All members have to take at least BOSS Woodshop 1. In that class we cover more than just the major tools, we also spend significant time on woodshop etiquette, the peculiarities of our set up, and our general woodshop policies.<br /> <br /> === Age Limitations ===<br /> * Anyone aged 16 or older can hold a membership and use the shop.<br /> * Under 16 a child must be in direct supervision of a parent. The parent must have a valid membership and the child must have a Family Add-On membership. The parent must successfully complete the BOSS class for any equipment they will use with their child.<br /> * Clean shop<br /> ** Under the age of 10 may not be in the makerspace except on a tour or as part of a scheduled class.<br /> ** Ages 10-15 may be in the [MN Clean shop|clean shop] if they are in the care of a parent. They may not operate machines alone.<br /> ** Ages 16 and over may use the clean shop. <br /> * Woodshop<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may be in the woodshop ONLY if they are accompanied by a Maker Nexus instructor.<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may NOT accompany a parent in the woodshop.<br /> ** Ages 12-15 may only be in the woodshop if they are under the constant supervision of a parent.<br /> ** Age 16 and over may use the woodshop.<br /> <br /> === Membership Types ===<br /> <br /> ==== Hobbyist Membership ====<br /> * $150 / month<br /> * Access to all machines with some time limits per week<br /> ** Woodshop, metal shop, Laser Cutters, 3D Printers, Electronics, heatpress/vinyl cutters, build tables<br /> ** Textiles: sewing, CNC embroidery, Direct to Fabric Printer, Long-arm Quilter<br /> * May rent storage as available<br /> * This is the most popular level, 95% of our members are at the Hobbyist level<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create an account at our [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com self service portal].<br /> # Use the left hand menu to navigate to Buy / Membership<br /> # Buy a membership. We will send you a welcome package with a lot of details within 2 days.<br /> <br /> ==== Family Add-on Membership ====<br /> * Requires one person with a Hobbyist membership<br /> * Additional children between the ages of 10 and 21: $50 / month each<br /> * Second adult: $50 / month (second adult should be living in the same household)<br /> <br /> How to do it:<br /> # Have the family member who will have the Family Add-On register at [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com our self service portal]. We need each person to register.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us the person's name<br /> # We will set up a family add-on membership and send them a welcome package<br /> # Log back in to the self service portal and use the left menu to go to Invoices / Open Invoices. Supply a credit card to pay the invoice. (Unfortunately our current CRM system requires each account to have a credit card associated - it can be the same credit card as another account. We are unable to have one member's account automatically pay for another.)<br /> <br /> On a side note... When we talk about needing a number of members to become self sustaining, that assumes members paying $150 a month each. The family membership is a deal. If it is within your means, families might like to consider making a regular monthly tax deductible donation to Maker Nexus.<br /> <br /> ==== Entry Level Membership ====<br /> * $75 / month. <br /> * Access to workspace, textiles, computers, 3D printers<br /> * '''No''' machine reservation<br /> * '''No''' access to <br /> ** CNC machines <br /> ** lasers <br /> ** woodshop <br /> ** metal shop <br /> ** heatpress/vinyl cutter<br /> ** Direct to Fabric printer<br /> * No storage<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with an Entry Level Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ==== Student Membership ====<br /> * $100 / month<br /> * Requires proof of current full time enrollment<br /> * Must be at least 16 years old<br /> * Largely the same as Hobbyist <br /> * Age restrictions on some equipment<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with a Student Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ===Day Passes===<br /> At this time we do not offer day passes to the makerspace. We discourage joining for just one month. We have considered short term memberships but we have several concerns. Many of our members only use the shop one or two days a month so our financial model would require a day pass to be so expensive that we feel no one would actually buy them. Secondly, if a person were to &quot;save up&quot; a number of projects and then buy a day pass we think they would expect a lot of machine access in that one day, which could block regular members from using the equipment. Imagine a person who buys an expensive day pass to use the laser cutters - how much time should we give them on our busy lasers? Would a day pass user expect six hours of laser time that one day? Or a day pass user comes into the woodshop - would they monopolize the space making it uncomfortable for regular members? <br /> <br /> Much of this is also true for one-month memberships. Memberships renew every month. Members can stop their membership at any time. We charge a restart fee for members who do this more than once a year (see above).<br /> <br /> For these reasons we do not offer short term memberships.<br /> <br /> ===Other Levels===<br /> We have considered other Maker Membership levels that would cost more and give access to more equipment hours per week, or access to specialized equipment. We have called these levels &quot;Pro&quot; and &quot;Start Up&quot; but we have not come to any hard decisions. Your feedback will help us design these to suit the community best.<br /> <br /> === Trade Work or Donate Equipment for a Membership? ===<br /> Thank you for thinking of this and asking, but we are unable to do so at this time. <br /> <br /> We have a large cadre of dedicated volunteers who put in a tremendous amount of their time into the makerspace, and all of those volunteers also pay their monthly membership dues. <br /> <br /> It is fair to say that if a person spent 10 hours painting a wall we should give them a free month's membership. Unfortunately if we do that we will go out of business. Instead we will leave the wall unpainted until we find a volunteer willing to do it. <br /> <br /> Similar thinking applies to donated equipment - there is a lot of expense in siting, maintaining, and creating education for members in order for an expensive piece of equipment to be useful. And that equipment is valued to the point that it brings in additional memberships to the organization. We certainly consider all donations, and we are happy to provide a 501(c)(3) tax receipt to you, but free membership months can put us into a financial down spiral that ends with closing the doors. <br /> <br /> If we were cash flow positive or had a huge endowment to fund operations, then we might consider barter for a membership. But to be transparent and honest (which is our policy) our revenue has to fund operations and we don't have enough revenue yet.<br /> <br /> We hope you understand our thinking. We must keep the doors open.<br /> <br /> === How to Cancel or Pause ===<br /> If you need to cancel or &quot;freeze&quot; your membership for a few months, send an email to info@makernexus.org and we will process it asap. Don't worry if it takes a few days, we will not delay just to charge you for another month. We'll do the right thing. <br /> <br /> If a member stops or freezes their membership and restarts, we charge a $150 start-up fee. However, we will waive that fee once in a 12 month period. If you stop/restart a second time within 12 months then we will charge you the start-up fee.<br /> <br /> Please note that the makerspace depends on recurring membership fees to pay for operations. Without that dependable revenue we would not be able to keep the doors open. As a non-profit our financials are open - no one is making a fortune off your membership fees.<br /> <br /> ==New Members==<br /> If you are new to Maker Nexus, welcome. All the communication tools can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Please visit our [[MN New Member|new member]] page.<br /> <br /> == Member Dashboard ==<br /> We have a number of systems that members need to access. It can be hard to keep all the URLs sorted out. Use the [[MN Member Dashboard]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Clubs and Groups==<br /> We have a number of groups running within our organization. Read about them on the [[MN Clubs and Groups]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Event space &amp; meet ups==<br /> <br /> Our event space is available for use free of charge for MeetUp groups who fall within our mission and for all non-profit organizations to be used for conferences, presentations, and meetings. You can request to book the room at https://www.makernexus.org/reserve-a-room<br /> <br /> ==How to Help==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.makernexus.com/membership sign up to become a member]<br /> * spread the word to help us attract more members ([[MN Sample Ads|Some Sample Text You Can Use]])<br /> * help us find corporate donors<br /> * [[MN Wish List |make a donation]] <br /> * join a stewards team looking after one part of the makerspace<br /> * [[Donations|donations of equipment and such]]<br /> <br /> We have [https://goo.gl/hoLpJD a flier] you can put up anywhere you think potential members will see it.<br /> <br /> ==Thank You==<br /> A number of people have made significant contributions to Maker Nexus. We have some [[MN Thanks You]] to read.<br /> <br /> ==More Details==<br /> ===Finances===<br /> If you are into finance details, our member reports have info on the last month's income and expenses. If you want a peek at the more full financial model for the year, ask and we'll supply it to you. It changes periodically and we will want to get you the latest version.<br /> <br /> ===Organization's History===<br /> [[Maker Nexus History]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Maker Nexus Makerspace]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Maker_Nexus_Makerspace&diff=3922 2023-08-16T23:12:53Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Age Limitations */</p> <hr /> <div>= Maker Nexus, Sunnyvale, California =<br /> <br /> (Information about the Maker Nexus organization's makerspace will be provided here. If you register with this wiki you can click the star at the top right to &quot;watch&quot; this page. If you do this then you will get an email whenever this page is updated.)<br /> <br /> New members go to the [[MN New Member]] page to get started.<br /> <br /> ==The Takeaway==<br /> For those who need the quick summary:<br /> * Non-profit organization<br /> * Makerspace: 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 / 408.685.2500<br /> * Open 10 AM - 10 PM, seven days a week<br /> * A few paid staff members for support &amp; maintenance, but a very lean organization<br /> * Rely heavily on volunteers <br /> * $150/month membership<br /> * Everyone has to pitch in to make this work<br /> <br /> We hope that you, the reader, will [http://makernexus.org/membership join us] in growing a healthy makerspace for everyone.<br /> <br /> ==Our Mission==<br /> We believe that everyone sees opportunities to improve their world but most people lack the tools and skills to make those improvements. For some people it's a better Halloween costume; for others it's a way to provide clean water to remote villages. Maker Nexus helps everyone to gain the skills and use the tools they need to realize their dreams.<br /> <br /> Maker Nexus is a non-profit with a mission to provide education in woodworking, textiles, metalworking, and other vocational skills and hobby crafts, and promote the same in the community. We do this by providing a community makerspace and training that serves all experience levels from hobbyists to professionals. Our goal is to help each person improve their skills whether as STEAM/STEM teen, life enrichment, job skill acquisition, or new entrepreneur.<br /> <br /> We also work to help other non-profit makerspaces. Our classes, project sheets, governance documents, tool research, etc are all available to others under a Creative Commons license [[Makernexuswiki:Copyrights]].<br /> <br /> It's our hope that through Maker Nexus a plethora of good things will happen to our world.<br /> <br /> Sometimes government officials ask how a makerspace can help their community at large. In response, we have a list of [[Why do we need makerspaces?|businesses that have been developed in a makerspace]].<br /> <br /> ==The Organization==<br /> Become a [http://makernexus.org/membership member], pledge your support, and track our progress on our website: [http://makernexus.com MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> We are a California non-profit and classified by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Read [https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/968edc_c77794d1347e4d47ab6b18c2da6b64a4.pdf our by laws]. We are classified by the IRS as a public charity. You can view our tax returns by asking one of our general managers.<br /> <br /> Read [https://www.makernexus.com/the-team our officers'] biographies.<br /> <br /> Read [[Maker Nexus Steering Committee|our team history]].<br /> <br /> [[MN Position Plans|Position Plans]] for board members, volunteers, contractors, and employees.<br /> <br /> Become [[MN New Member|part of the team ]]<br /> <br /> ==The Makerspace==<br /> ===Address===<br /> <br /> 1330 Orleans Drive<br /> Sunnyvale, CA 94089<br /> 408.685.2500<br /> <br /> ===Current Status===<br /> <br /> Woodshop is open and running fully!<br /> Metal shop tools are being brought online as we're able. Manual lathe and mill are available now. Sheet metal equipment is available.<br /> <br /> Regular hours of 10 am - 10 pm<br /> <br /> We welcome everyone to stop by and tour the makerspace. See the machines, look at the media room, feel the carpet under your feet. To book a tour on our website: [http://makernexus.org MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> Need a place to hold your maker oriented meetup? Come see our facility and consider holding it here.<br /> <br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette ]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN wood shop|Woodshop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN dirty shop |Dirty Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * Other resources<br /> ** large tables where you can work on your project<br /> ** computers with design software (Adobe suite, Corel Draw end more) - our internet speed is very, very limited at this time<br /> ** 10 person conference room<br /> ** 12 person computer lab<br /> ** 30 person event room <br /> <br /> Members may [http://makernexus.org/member-dashboard reserve equipment].<br /> <br /> In the clean area, projects are limited to things you can do over carpet. No sanding, no wet work, etc. Other work must be done in the cement floor areas. If you have a question about a project, ask any of our staff or volunteers.<br /> <br /> ===Getting certified to use equipment===<br /> <br /> If you know how to use a piece of equipment, we offer a short checkoff test with a proctor. You may arrange for a test by talking with any staff members or by posting on the appropriate Slack channel (e.g. #lasercutters, #textiles, #3dprinters)<br /> <br /> If you need to learn to use a piece of equipment, no problem - we'll teach you! We offer Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) classes for all our equipment. These short seminars will take you from a no-nothing to a user of the machine in just an hour or two. BOSS classes are posted on [https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus Activity Hero]. You can also arrange an ad hoc BOSS class by posting on the #class-requests Slack channel. Just post &quot;I'd like to arrange for a BOSS class on &lt;&lt;put the machine name here&gt;&gt;&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Next Steps===<br /> We are continuing to work on getting more metalworking tools online (such as our old Milwaukee mills) to complement the tools already up and running in our Metalshop.<br /> <br /> We are also working on better dust collection in the woodshop, and running more HVAC ducts throughout the space.<br /> <br /> ===Important Information===<br /> <br /> *[[Ethics and Conduct]]<br /> <br /> *[[Maker Nexus Equipment]]<br /> <br /> *[[Makerspace IT/Computers]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Wish List]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Design Style Guidelines]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Retail]] Sales of Consumables<br /> <br /> ==Maker Memberships==<br /> We offer Maker Memberships that give access to the shop. (Different than a non-profit &quot;membership&quot; where you are really just donating to support the mission.) Maker Memberships are not tax-deductible.<br /> <br /> === Equipment Use ===<br /> Some equipment is available to use immediately - the electronics lab or cordless hand tools. More dangerous or complex equipment (woodshop, 3D printers, laser cutters, as a few examples) require that you complete our associated BOSS class (Basic Operation and Safety Standard). There is a cost for each BOSS class; members get a discounted price. You can take BOSS classes before becoming a member.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is shared in real time. For example, the table saw is not reservable. When using the table saw for an extended period of time, please allow other members to work in their needs.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is reservable. For example, the laser cutters. On most of these pieces of equipment we allow members to reserve three sessions per week. If you do not have a reservation and the equipment is available, you may use it. However, you must be prepared to leave the equipment if a member arrives with a reservation. We may change the number of reservations allowed per week at any time. <br /> <br /> Our overall objective is to equitably and fairly share our equipment and space among all our members. If you have a need for extensive, extended use of some equipment, then you might need to find a facility other than Maker Nexus to accomplish your work.<br /> <br /> [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment|See a list of our equipment]]<br /> <br /> === What if I already know how to use the equipment? ===<br /> <br /> For some equipment we allow a member to take a test with a volunteer proctor. For example, on the laser cutter the proctor might say, &quot;cut a one inch square out of this material,&quot; and then step back to observe. If the member can demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively use that laser cutter without ANY further input from the proctor, then they are given permission to use the machine. Arranging a test-out like this can require some patience as we don't have a lot of proctors on each piece of equipment. These sessions are arranged through Slack.<br /> <br /> Woodshop is one exception to the rule. All members have to take at least BOSS Woodshop 1. In that class we cover more than just the major tools, we also spend significant time on woodshop etiquette, the peculiarities of our set up, and our general woodshop policies.<br /> <br /> === Age Limitations ===<br /> * Anyone aged 16 or older can hold a membership and use the shop.<br /> * Under 16 a child must be in direct supervision of a parent. The parent must have a valid membership and the child must have a Family Add-On membership. The parent must successfully complete the BOSS class for any equipment they will use with their child.<br /> * Clean shop<br /> ** Under the age of 10 may not be in the makerspace except on a tour or as part of a scheduled class.<br /> ** Ages 10-15 may be in the [[MN clean shop|clean shop]] if they are in the care of a parent. They may not operate machines alone.<br /> ** Ages 16 and over may use the clean shop. <br /> * Woodshop<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may be in the woodshop ONLY if they are accompanied by a Maker Nexus instructor.<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may NOT accompany a parent in the woodshop.<br /> ** Ages 12-15 may only be in the woodshop if they are under the constant supervision of a parent.<br /> ** Age 16 and over may use the woodshop.<br /> <br /> === Membership Types ===<br /> <br /> ==== Hobbyist Membership ====<br /> * $150 / month<br /> * Access to all machines with some time limits per week<br /> ** Woodshop, metal shop, Laser Cutters, 3D Printers, Electronics, heatpress/vinyl cutters, build tables<br /> ** Textiles: sewing, CNC embroidery, Direct to Fabric Printer, Long-arm Quilter<br /> * May rent storage as available<br /> * This is the most popular level, 95% of our members are at the Hobbyist level<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create an account at our [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com self service portal].<br /> # Use the left hand menu to navigate to Buy / Membership<br /> # Buy a membership. We will send you a welcome package with a lot of details within 2 days.<br /> <br /> ==== Family Add-on Membership ====<br /> * Requires one person with a Hobbyist membership<br /> * Additional children between the ages of 10 and 21: $50 / month each<br /> * Second adult: $50 / month (second adult should be living in the same household)<br /> <br /> How to do it:<br /> # Have the family member who will have the Family Add-On register at [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com our self service portal]. We need each person to register.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us the person's name<br /> # We will set up a family add-on membership and send them a welcome package<br /> # Log back in to the self service portal and use the left menu to go to Invoices / Open Invoices. Supply a credit card to pay the invoice. (Unfortunately our current CRM system requires each account to have a credit card associated - it can be the same credit card as another account. We are unable to have one member's account automatically pay for another.)<br /> <br /> On a side note... When we talk about needing a number of members to become self sustaining, that assumes members paying $150 a month each. The family membership is a deal. If it is within your means, families might like to consider making a regular monthly tax deductible donation to Maker Nexus.<br /> <br /> ==== Entry Level Membership ====<br /> * $75 / month. <br /> * Access to workspace, textiles, computers, 3D printers<br /> * '''No''' machine reservation<br /> * '''No''' access to <br /> ** CNC machines <br /> ** lasers <br /> ** woodshop <br /> ** metal shop <br /> ** heatpress/vinyl cutter<br /> ** Direct to Fabric printer<br /> * No storage<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with an Entry Level Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ==== Student Membership ====<br /> * $100 / month<br /> * Requires proof of current full time enrollment<br /> * Must be at least 16 years old<br /> * Largely the same as Hobbyist <br /> * Age restrictions on some equipment<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with a Student Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ===Day Passes===<br /> At this time we do not offer day passes to the makerspace. We discourage joining for just one month. We have considered short term memberships but we have several concerns. Many of our members only use the shop one or two days a month so our financial model would require a day pass to be so expensive that we feel no one would actually buy them. Secondly, if a person were to &quot;save up&quot; a number of projects and then buy a day pass we think they would expect a lot of machine access in that one day, which could block regular members from using the equipment. Imagine a person who buys an expensive day pass to use the laser cutters - how much time should we give them on our busy lasers? Would a day pass user expect six hours of laser time that one day? Or a day pass user comes into the woodshop - would they monopolize the space making it uncomfortable for regular members? <br /> <br /> Much of this is also true for one-month memberships. Memberships renew every month. Members can stop their membership at any time. We charge a restart fee for members who do this more than once a year (see above).<br /> <br /> For these reasons we do not offer short term memberships.<br /> <br /> ===Other Levels===<br /> We have considered other Maker Membership levels that would cost more and give access to more equipment hours per week, or access to specialized equipment. We have called these levels &quot;Pro&quot; and &quot;Start Up&quot; but we have not come to any hard decisions. Your feedback will help us design these to suit the community best.<br /> <br /> === Trade Work or Donate Equipment for a Membership? ===<br /> Thank you for thinking of this and asking, but we are unable to do so at this time. <br /> <br /> We have a large cadre of dedicated volunteers who put in a tremendous amount of their time into the makerspace, and all of those volunteers also pay their monthly membership dues. <br /> <br /> It is fair to say that if a person spent 10 hours painting a wall we should give them a free month's membership. Unfortunately if we do that we will go out of business. Instead we will leave the wall unpainted until we find a volunteer willing to do it. <br /> <br /> Similar thinking applies to donated equipment - there is a lot of expense in siting, maintaining, and creating education for members in order for an expensive piece of equipment to be useful. And that equipment is valued to the point that it brings in additional memberships to the organization. We certainly consider all donations, and we are happy to provide a 501(c)(3) tax receipt to you, but free membership months can put us into a financial down spiral that ends with closing the doors. <br /> <br /> If we were cash flow positive or had a huge endowment to fund operations, then we might consider barter for a membership. But to be transparent and honest (which is our policy) our revenue has to fund operations and we don't have enough revenue yet.<br /> <br /> We hope you understand our thinking. We must keep the doors open.<br /> <br /> === How to Cancel or Pause ===<br /> If you need to cancel or &quot;freeze&quot; your membership for a few months, send an email to info@makernexus.org and we will process it asap. Don't worry if it takes a few days, we will not delay just to charge you for another month. We'll do the right thing. <br /> <br /> If a member stops or freezes their membership and restarts, we charge a $150 start-up fee. However, we will waive that fee once in a 12 month period. If you stop/restart a second time within 12 months then we will charge you the start-up fee.<br /> <br /> Please note that the makerspace depends on recurring membership fees to pay for operations. Without that dependable revenue we would not be able to keep the doors open. As a non-profit our financials are open - no one is making a fortune off your membership fees.<br /> <br /> ==New Members==<br /> If you are new to Maker Nexus, welcome. All the communication tools can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Please visit our [[MN New Member|new member]] page.<br /> <br /> == Member Dashboard ==<br /> We have a number of systems that members need to access. It can be hard to keep all the URLs sorted out. Use the [[MN Member Dashboard]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Clubs and Groups==<br /> We have a number of groups running within our organization. Read about them on the [[MN Clubs and Groups]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Event space &amp; meet ups==<br /> <br /> Our event space is available for use free of charge for MeetUp groups who fall within our mission and for all non-profit organizations to be used for conferences, presentations, and meetings. You can request to book the room at https://www.makernexus.org/reserve-a-room<br /> <br /> ==How to Help==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.makernexus.com/membership sign up to become a member]<br /> * spread the word to help us attract more members ([[MN Sample Ads|Some Sample Text You Can Use]])<br /> * help us find corporate donors<br /> * [[MN Wish List |make a donation]] <br /> * join a stewards team looking after one part of the makerspace<br /> * [[Donations|donations of equipment and such]]<br /> <br /> We have [https://goo.gl/hoLpJD a flier] you can put up anywhere you think potential members will see it.<br /> <br /> ==Thank You==<br /> A number of people have made significant contributions to Maker Nexus. We have some [[MN Thanks You]] to read.<br /> <br /> ==More Details==<br /> ===Finances===<br /> If you are into finance details, our member reports have info on the last month's income and expenses. If you want a peek at the more full financial model for the year, ask and we'll supply it to you. It changes periodically and we will want to get you the latest version.<br /> <br /> ===Organization's History===<br /> [[Maker Nexus History]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Maker Nexus Makerspace]]</div>

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<p>HaleyM: /* Age Limitations */</p> <hr /> <div>= Maker Nexus, Sunnyvale, California =<br /> <br /> (Information about the Maker Nexus organization's makerspace will be provided here. If you register with this wiki you can click the star at the top right to &quot;watch&quot; this page. If you do this then you will get an email whenever this page is updated.)<br /> <br /> New members go to the [[MN New Member]] page to get started.<br /> <br /> ==The Takeaway==<br /> For those who need the quick summary:<br /> * Non-profit organization<br /> * Makerspace: 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 / 408.685.2500<br /> * Open 10 AM - 10 PM, seven days a week<br /> * A few paid staff members for support &amp; maintenance, but a very lean organization<br /> * Rely heavily on volunteers <br /> * $150/month membership<br /> * Everyone has to pitch in to make this work<br /> <br /> We hope that you, the reader, will [http://makernexus.org/membership join us] in growing a healthy makerspace for everyone.<br /> <br /> ==Our Mission==<br /> We believe that everyone sees opportunities to improve their world but most people lack the tools and skills to make those improvements. For some people it's a better Halloween costume; for others it's a way to provide clean water to remote villages. Maker Nexus helps everyone to gain the skills and use the tools they need to realize their dreams.<br /> <br /> Maker Nexus is a non-profit with a mission to provide education in woodworking, textiles, metalworking, and other vocational skills and hobby crafts, and promote the same in the community. We do this by providing a community makerspace and training that serves all experience levels from hobbyists to professionals. Our goal is to help each person improve their skills whether as STEAM/STEM teen, life enrichment, job skill acquisition, or new entrepreneur.<br /> <br /> We also work to help other non-profit makerspaces. Our classes, project sheets, governance documents, tool research, etc are all available to others under a Creative Commons license [[Makernexuswiki:Copyrights]].<br /> <br /> It's our hope that through Maker Nexus a plethora of good things will happen to our world.<br /> <br /> Sometimes government officials ask how a makerspace can help their community at large. In response, we have a list of [[Why do we need makerspaces?|businesses that have been developed in a makerspace]].<br /> <br /> ==The Organization==<br /> Become a [http://makernexus.org/membership member], pledge your support, and track our progress on our website: [http://makernexus.com MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> We are a California non-profit and classified by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. Read [https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/968edc_c77794d1347e4d47ab6b18c2da6b64a4.pdf our by laws]. We are classified by the IRS as a public charity. You can view our tax returns by asking one of our general managers.<br /> <br /> Read [https://www.makernexus.com/the-team our officers'] biographies.<br /> <br /> Read [[Maker Nexus Steering Committee|our team history]].<br /> <br /> [[MN Position Plans|Position Plans]] for board members, volunteers, contractors, and employees.<br /> <br /> Become [[MN New Member|part of the team ]]<br /> <br /> ==The Makerspace==<br /> ===Address===<br /> <br /> 1330 Orleans Drive<br /> Sunnyvale, CA 94089<br /> 408.685.2500<br /> <br /> ===Current Status===<br /> <br /> Woodshop is open and running fully!<br /> Metal shop tools are being brought online as we're able. Manual lathe and mill are available now. Sheet metal equipment is available.<br /> <br /> Regular hours of 10 am - 10 pm<br /> <br /> We welcome everyone to stop by and tour the makerspace. See the machines, look at the media room, feel the carpet under your feet. To book a tour on our website: [http://makernexus.org MakerNexus.org]<br /> <br /> Need a place to hold your maker oriented meetup? Come see our facility and consider holding it here.<br /> <br /> * [[MN Clean shop|Clean Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette ]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN wood shop|Woodshop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * [[MN dirty shop |Dirty Shop Tools, Rules, Etiquette]]<br /> <br /> * Other resources<br /> ** large tables where you can work on your project<br /> ** computers with design software (Adobe suite, Corel Draw end more) - our internet speed is very, very limited at this time<br /> ** 10 person conference room<br /> ** 12 person computer lab<br /> ** 30 person event room <br /> <br /> Members may [http://makernexus.org/member-dashboard reserve equipment].<br /> <br /> In the clean area, projects are limited to things you can do over carpet. No sanding, no wet work, etc. Other work must be done in the cement floor areas. If you have a question about a project, ask any of our staff or volunteers.<br /> <br /> ===Getting certified to use equipment===<br /> <br /> If you know how to use a piece of equipment, we offer a short checkoff test with a proctor. You may arrange for a test by talking with any staff members or by posting on the appropriate Slack channel (e.g. #lasercutters, #textiles, #3dprinters)<br /> <br /> If you need to learn to use a piece of equipment, no problem - we'll teach you! We offer Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) classes for all our equipment. These short seminars will take you from a no-nothing to a user of the machine in just an hour or two. BOSS classes are posted on [https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus Activity Hero]. You can also arrange an ad hoc BOSS class by posting on the #class-requests Slack channel. Just post &quot;I'd like to arrange for a BOSS class on &lt;&lt;put the machine name here&gt;&gt;&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Next Steps===<br /> We are continuing to work on getting more metalworking tools online (such as our old Milwaukee mills) to complement the tools already up and running in our Metalshop.<br /> <br /> We are also working on better dust collection in the woodshop, and running more HVAC ducts throughout the space.<br /> <br /> ===Important Information===<br /> <br /> *[[Ethics and Conduct]]<br /> <br /> *[[Maker Nexus Equipment]]<br /> <br /> *[[Makerspace IT/Computers]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Wish List]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Design Style Guidelines]]<br /> <br /> *[[MN Retail]] Sales of Consumables<br /> <br /> ==Maker Memberships==<br /> We offer Maker Memberships that give access to the shop. (Different than a non-profit &quot;membership&quot; where you are really just donating to support the mission.) Maker Memberships are not tax-deductible.<br /> <br /> === Equipment Use ===<br /> Some equipment is available to use immediately - the electronics lab or cordless hand tools. More dangerous or complex equipment (woodshop, 3D printers, laser cutters, as a few examples) require that you complete our associated BOSS class (Basic Operation and Safety Standard). There is a cost for each BOSS class; members get a discounted price. You can take BOSS classes before becoming a member.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is shared in real time. For example, the table saw is not reservable. When using the table saw for an extended period of time, please allow other members to work in their needs.<br /> <br /> Some equipment is reservable. For example, the laser cutters. On most of these pieces of equipment we allow members to reserve three sessions per week. If you do not have a reservation and the equipment is available, you may use it. However, you must be prepared to leave the equipment if a member arrives with a reservation. We may change the number of reservations allowed per week at any time. <br /> <br /> Our overall objective is to equitably and fairly share our equipment and space among all our members. If you have a need for extensive, extended use of some equipment, then you might need to find a facility other than Maker Nexus to accomplish your work.<br /> <br /> [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment|See a list of our equipment]]<br /> <br /> === What if I already know how to use the equipment? ===<br /> <br /> For some equipment we allow a member to take a test with a volunteer proctor. For example, on the laser cutter the proctor might say, &quot;cut a one inch square out of this material,&quot; and then step back to observe. If the member can demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively use that laser cutter without ANY further input from the proctor, then they are given permission to use the machine. Arranging a test-out like this can require some patience as we don't have a lot of proctors on each piece of equipment. These sessions are arranged through Slack.<br /> <br /> Woodshop is one exception to the rule. All members have to take at least BOSS Woodshop 1. In that class we cover more than just the major tools, we also spend significant time on woodshop etiquette, the peculiarities of our set up, and our general woodshop policies.<br /> <br /> === Age Limitations ===<br /> * Anyone aged 16 or older can hold a membership and use the shop.<br /> * Under 16 a child must be in direct supervision of a parent. The parent must have a valid membership and the child must have a Family Add-On membership. The parent must successfully complete the BOSS class for any equipment they will use with their child.<br /> * Clean shop<br /> ** Under the age of 10 may not be in the makerspace except on a tour or as part of a scheduled class.<br /> ** Ages 10-15 may be in the [[clean shop|MN Clean shop]] if they are in the care of a parent. They may not operate machines alone.<br /> ** Ages 16 and over may use the clean shop. <br /> * Woodshop<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may be in the woodshop ONLY if they are accompanied by a Maker Nexus instructor.<br /> ** Under the age of 12 may NOT accompany a parent in the woodshop.<br /> ** Ages 12-15 may only be in the woodshop if they are under the constant supervision of a parent.<br /> ** Age 16 and over may use the woodshop.<br /> <br /> === Membership Types ===<br /> <br /> ==== Hobbyist Membership ====<br /> * $150 / month<br /> * Access to all machines with some time limits per week<br /> ** Woodshop, metal shop, Laser Cutters, 3D Printers, Electronics, heatpress/vinyl cutters, build tables<br /> ** Textiles: sewing, CNC embroidery, Direct to Fabric Printer, Long-arm Quilter<br /> * May rent storage as available<br /> * This is the most popular level, 95% of our members are at the Hobbyist level<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create an account at our [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com self service portal].<br /> # Use the left hand menu to navigate to Buy / Membership<br /> # Buy a membership. We will send you a welcome package with a lot of details within 2 days.<br /> <br /> ==== Family Add-on Membership ====<br /> * Requires one person with a Hobbyist membership<br /> * Additional children between the ages of 10 and 21: $50 / month each<br /> * Second adult: $50 / month (second adult should be living in the same household)<br /> <br /> How to do it:<br /> # Have the family member who will have the Family Add-On register at [https://makernexus.ezfacility.com our self service portal]. We need each person to register.<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org giving us the person's name<br /> # We will set up a family add-on membership and send them a welcome package<br /> # Log back in to the self service portal and use the left menu to go to Invoices / Open Invoices. Supply a credit card to pay the invoice. (Unfortunately our current CRM system requires each account to have a credit card associated - it can be the same credit card as another account. We are unable to have one member's account automatically pay for another.)<br /> <br /> On a side note... When we talk about needing a number of members to become self sustaining, that assumes members paying $150 a month each. The family membership is a deal. If it is within your means, families might like to consider making a regular monthly tax deductible donation to Maker Nexus.<br /> <br /> ==== Entry Level Membership ====<br /> * $75 / month. <br /> * Access to workspace, textiles, computers, 3D printers<br /> * '''No''' machine reservation<br /> * '''No''' access to <br /> ** CNC machines <br /> ** lasers <br /> ** woodshop <br /> ** metal shop <br /> ** heatpress/vinyl cutter<br /> ** Direct to Fabric printer<br /> * No storage<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with an Entry Level Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ==== Student Membership ====<br /> * $100 / month<br /> * Requires proof of current full time enrollment<br /> * Must be at least 16 years old<br /> * Largely the same as Hobbyist <br /> * Age restrictions on some equipment<br /> How to do it:<br /> # Create a user at the self service portal (https://makernexus.ezfacility.com)<br /> # Send an email to info@makernexus.org with your name and ask to be set up with a Student Membership<br /> # Log back in to the portal, find the open invoice, arrange to pay the invoice with your credit card<br /> <br /> ===Day Passes===<br /> At this time we do not offer day passes to the makerspace. We discourage joining for just one month. We have considered short term memberships but we have several concerns. Many of our members only use the shop one or two days a month so our financial model would require a day pass to be so expensive that we feel no one would actually buy them. Secondly, if a person were to &quot;save up&quot; a number of projects and then buy a day pass we think they would expect a lot of machine access in that one day, which could block regular members from using the equipment. Imagine a person who buys an expensive day pass to use the laser cutters - how much time should we give them on our busy lasers? Would a day pass user expect six hours of laser time that one day? Or a day pass user comes into the woodshop - would they monopolize the space making it uncomfortable for regular members? <br /> <br /> Much of this is also true for one-month memberships. Memberships renew every month. Members can stop their membership at any time. We charge a restart fee for members who do this more than once a year (see above).<br /> <br /> For these reasons we do not offer short term memberships.<br /> <br /> ===Other Levels===<br /> We have considered other Maker Membership levels that would cost more and give access to more equipment hours per week, or access to specialized equipment. We have called these levels &quot;Pro&quot; and &quot;Start Up&quot; but we have not come to any hard decisions. Your feedback will help us design these to suit the community best.<br /> <br /> === Trade Work or Donate Equipment for a Membership? ===<br /> Thank you for thinking of this and asking, but we are unable to do so at this time. <br /> <br /> We have a large cadre of dedicated volunteers who put in a tremendous amount of their time into the makerspace, and all of those volunteers also pay their monthly membership dues. <br /> <br /> It is fair to say that if a person spent 10 hours painting a wall we should give them a free month's membership. Unfortunately if we do that we will go out of business. Instead we will leave the wall unpainted until we find a volunteer willing to do it. <br /> <br /> Similar thinking applies to donated equipment - there is a lot of expense in siting, maintaining, and creating education for members in order for an expensive piece of equipment to be useful. And that equipment is valued to the point that it brings in additional memberships to the organization. We certainly consider all donations, and we are happy to provide a 501(c)(3) tax receipt to you, but free membership months can put us into a financial down spiral that ends with closing the doors. <br /> <br /> If we were cash flow positive or had a huge endowment to fund operations, then we might consider barter for a membership. But to be transparent and honest (which is our policy) our revenue has to fund operations and we don't have enough revenue yet.<br /> <br /> We hope you understand our thinking. We must keep the doors open.<br /> <br /> === How to Cancel or Pause ===<br /> If you need to cancel or &quot;freeze&quot; your membership for a few months, send an email to info@makernexus.org and we will process it asap. Don't worry if it takes a few days, we will not delay just to charge you for another month. We'll do the right thing. <br /> <br /> If a member stops or freezes their membership and restarts, we charge a $150 start-up fee. However, we will waive that fee once in a 12 month period. If you stop/restart a second time within 12 months then we will charge you the start-up fee.<br /> <br /> Please note that the makerspace depends on recurring membership fees to pay for operations. Without that dependable revenue we would not be able to keep the doors open. As a non-profit our financials are open - no one is making a fortune off your membership fees.<br /> <br /> ==New Members==<br /> If you are new to Maker Nexus, welcome. All the communication tools can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Please visit our [[MN New Member|new member]] page.<br /> <br /> == Member Dashboard ==<br /> We have a number of systems that members need to access. It can be hard to keep all the URLs sorted out. Use the [[MN Member Dashboard]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Clubs and Groups==<br /> We have a number of groups running within our organization. Read about them on the [[MN Clubs and Groups]] page.<br /> <br /> ==Event space &amp; meet ups==<br /> <br /> Our event space is available for use free of charge for MeetUp groups who fall within our mission and for all non-profit organizations to be used for conferences, presentations, and meetings. You can request to book the room at https://www.makernexus.org/reserve-a-room<br /> <br /> ==How to Help==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.makernexus.com/membership sign up to become a member]<br /> * spread the word to help us attract more members ([[MN Sample Ads|Some Sample Text You Can Use]])<br /> * help us find corporate donors<br /> * [[MN Wish List |make a donation]] <br /> * join a stewards team looking after one part of the makerspace<br /> * [[Donations|donations of equipment and such]]<br /> <br /> We have [https://goo.gl/hoLpJD a flier] you can put up anywhere you think potential members will see it.<br /> <br /> ==Thank You==<br /> A number of people have made significant contributions to Maker Nexus. We have some [[MN Thanks You]] to read.<br /> <br /> ==More Details==<br /> ===Finances===<br /> If you are into finance details, our member reports have info on the last month's income and expenses. If you want a peek at the more full financial model for the year, ask and we'll supply it to you. It changes periodically and we will want to get you the latest version.<br /> <br /> ===Organization's History===<br /> [[Maker Nexus History]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: Maker Nexus Makerspace]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_Clean_shop&diff=3920 2023-08-16T23:04:52Z

<p>HaleyM: </p> <hr /> <div>The clean shop is the main makerspace workspace, with worktables and tools that do not generate dust, chips or noise requiring ear protection. The areas are carpeted and you may only do work that is suitable for a carpeted area - no painting or resin pours, for example. The room has several large tables, which you can use to work on your project. <br /> <br /> ==Sub-Areas==<br /> * 3D Printing Lab<br /> * Textiles Studio<br /> * Leatherworking Area<br /> * Laser Cutter Area<br /> * Electronics Studio<br /> * Vinyl Cutter Area<br /> * Classroom/Computer Lab<br /> <br /> ==Tools==<br /> * Epilog Helix laser cutter - 45 Watt - 18 x 24 in bed<br /> * Boss laser cutter - 100 Watt - 24 x 40 inch bed<br /> * Red rudia control laser cutter - 100 watt<br /> * Prusa i3 MK3 3D printers<br /> * Electronics benches<br /> * Sewing Machines<br /> * Barudan 15-color industrial ebroidery machine<br /> * USCutter MH871 MK2 Vinyl cutters<br /> * Heat presses<br /> * Summa DC4 Vinyl printer and cutter<br /> * Form 3 resin 3D printer</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_Metal_Shop&diff=3150 2021-11-06T00:01:41Z

<p>HaleyM: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;div style=&quot;<br /> border: 1px solid black;<br /> padding: 2px 6px 2px 6px;<br /> background-color:pink&quot;&gt;Note: Having recently moved to our new location at 1330 Orleans Drive, we have much build-out to complete before we can open the Metalshop area. Until then, the equipment listed below will be not be available to members. We are currently hoping to have the metalshop open for members at the start of January, 2022.&lt;/div&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> == Lathes ==<br /> * [[Clausing-Colchester 6527 13&quot; x 36&quot; Gap Bed Lathe]]<br /> * [[LeBlond Regal 13&quot; x 42&quot; Lathe]]<br /> <br /> <br /> == Milling Machines ==<br /> * Bridgeport J-Head Mill<br /> * Bridgeport J-Head Variable Speed Mill<br /> * [[Kearney &amp; Trecker 2H 10&quot; x 50&quot; Horizontal Milling Machine]]<br /> <br /> <br /> == CNC Tools ==<br /> * CNC Hitachi-Seiki Lathe<br /> * Matsuura MC-500V Vertical Machining Center CNC Mill<br /> * Cincinnati Sinker EDM<br /> <br /> == Welding ==<br /> * MIG Welding<br /> ** Millermatic<br /> ** Lincoln Electric<br /> ** Harbor Freight<br /> * TIG Welding<br /> ** Lincoln Electric TIG Welder<br /> * Arc Welding<br /> <br /> == Drill Press ==<br /> * Delta Drill Press<br /> <br /> == Saws ==<br /> <br /> * Horizontal Band Saw<br /> * Vertical Band Saw<br /> * [[Makita LC1230 12&quot; Metal Cutting Saw]]<br /> <br /> == Grinders ==<br /> * [[K. O. Lee S718 6&quot; x 19&quot; Surface Grinder]]<br /> * Pedestal Grinder<br /> <br /> == Buffing Arbor ==<br /> <br /> == Sheet Metal Tools ==<br /> <br /> * Finger Brake<br /> * Foot Shear<br /> * [[Roper Whitney No. 58 5-Ton Punch Press]]<br /> <br /> == Handheld Power Tools ==<br /> <br /> == Hand Tools ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=MN_Metal_Shop&diff=3149 2021-11-05T23:45:00Z

<p>HaleyM: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;div style=&quot;<br /> border: 1px solid black;<br /> padding: 2px 6px 2px 6px;<br /> background-color:pink&quot;&gt;Note: Having recently moved to our new location at 1330 Orleans Drive, we have much build-out to complete before we can open the Metalshop area. Until then, the equipment listed below will be not be available to members. We are currently hoping to have the metalshop open for members at the start of January, 2022.&lt;/div&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> == Lathes ==<br /> * [[Clausing-Colchester 6527 13&quot; x 36&quot; Gap Bed Lathe]]<br /> * [[LeBlond Regal 13&quot; x 42&quot; Lathe]]<br /> <br /> <br /> == Milling Machines ==<br /> * [[Bridgeport J-Head Mill]]<br /> * [[Bridgeport J-Head Variable Speed Mill]]<br /> * [[Kearney &amp; Trecker 2H 10&quot; x 50&quot; Horizontal Milling Machine]]<br /> <br /> <br /> == CNC Tools ==<br /> * CNC Hitachi-Seiki Lathe<br /> * Matsuura MC-500V Vertical Machining Center CNC Mill<br /> * Cincinnati Sinker EDM<br /> <br /> == Welding ==<br /> * MIG Welding<br /> ** Millermatic<br /> ** Lincoln Electric<br /> ** Harbor Freight<br /> * TIG Welding<br /> ** Lincoln Electric TIG Welder<br /> * Arc Welding<br /> <br /> == Drill Press ==<br /> * Delta Drill Press<br /> <br /> == Saws ==<br /> <br /> * Horizontal Band Saw<br /> * Vertical Band Saw<br /> * [[Makita LC1230 12&quot; Metal Cutting Saw]]<br /> <br /> == Grinders ==<br /> * [[K. O. Lee S718 6&quot; x 19&quot; Surface Grinder]]<br /> * Pedestal Grinder<br /> <br /> == Buffing Arbor ==<br /> <br /> == Sheet Metal Tools ==<br /> <br /> * Finger Brake<br /> * Foot Shear<br /> * [[Roper Whitney No. 58 5-Ton Punch Press]]<br /> <br /> == Handheld Power Tools ==<br /> <br /> == Hand Tools ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Back to [[Maker_Nexus_Equipment]]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Injection_Molding_Machine&diff=3133 2021-10-14T19:32:02Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Our Machine */</p> <hr /> <div>An injection molding machine (also spelled as injection moulding machine in British English), also known as an injection press, is a machine for manufacturing plastic products by the injection molding process. It consists of two main parts, an injection unit and a clamping unit. See [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Injection_molding_machine Injection Molding Machine] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hobby_injection_molding Hobby Injection Molding] on Wikipedia.<br /> <br /> ==Our Machine==<br /> Maker Nexus has a [https://www.minijector.com/mini-jector-model-55p/ Mini-Jector Model 55P] injection molding machine. It is &lt;&lt;insert dimensions here&gt;&gt; and weighs &lt;&lt;insert approximate weight here&gt;&gt;. It can mold parts up to 54x146x24mm.<br /> <br /> [[File:Mini-Jector-Model-55P.png]]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Heating System<br /> :* One nozzle heater<br /> :* Two barrel heaters<br /> <br /> * Hydraulic System<br /> :* Twin injection cylinders<br /> :* One carriage cylinder<br /> :* Self contained hydraulic power unit features:<br /> :* 5.4 gallon reservoir<br /> :* 1725 RPM motor with 2 HP<br /> :* 2.0 GPM gear pump immersed in the reservoir<br /> <br /> * Control System<br /> :* Siemens PLC/HMI<br /> ::* Recipes<br /> ::* Packing Mode<br /> ::* Purge Cycle<br /> :* Directional and control valves with plug-in connectors that control:<br /> ::* Screw speed<br /> ::* Injection speed<br /> ::* Screw back pressure read on oil filled gage<br /> :* Manual and semi-automatic modes<br /> :* Motor starter with thermal overloads and emergency stop button<br /> :* Selectable de-compression feature<br /> :* Carriage speed<br /> <br /> * Additional Features<br /> :* Aluminum material hopper with shut off and dump tube<br /> :* Moving parts covered by safety shroud<br /> :* Heat shield on barrel<br /> :* Greaseless bushings used in screw unit mechanism<br /> :* Provision for cooling feed throat<br /> <br /> ==Molds==<br /> <br /> The machine uses 2-part molds made from two 6&quot; x 2 3/18&quot; x 3/4&quot; aluminum blocks with a 3/8&quot; round fillet at the corners. The mold is placed in the machine jaws, which clamp the 2 parts together for each injection. Currently Maker Nexus does not have a CNC mill for producing aluminum molds, so we are working on some alternatives:<br /> <br /> :* We are working on an aluminum frame that can be used to make a silicone mold and hold it in place in the machine.<br /> :* Once our resin 3D printer is online, we will be able to print molds entirely in resin.<br /> <br /> ===Mold Design Resources===<br /> :* Basilius' [https://www.basilius.com/designing-for-injection-molding/ Injection Molding Quick Guide]<br /> :* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78bM615koOo Demo of creating a silicone mold in a frame] from TheCrafsMan SteadyCraftin<br /> <br /> ==Maintenance==<br /> ====Greasing Grease Fittings====<br /> For your convenience, here's what it says about greasing the grease fittings: &quot;The machine requires very little in the way of lubrication, as the injection plate and thrust housing bushings are a composite semi-greaseless type that require lubrication once every 6 months to a year. The thrust housing has two linear bushings; one accessible from the front, one from the rear. The injection cylinder plate also has two bushings with staggered access. Use a lithium-based grease and inject only enough grease to force the old grease out. This removes any dirt accumulated in the bushings. Wipe the old grease off of the guide rods.&quot;<br /> <br /> == Training ==<br /> ( add link to our BOSS class document )<br /> <br /> == Tips and Tricks ==<br /> # (things you'd want to know)<br /> <br /> == Reference Materials ==<br /> Members can access all of the manufacturer's reference materials on the MN Members Drive [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lx9Q5_JGb9sH6hzRsRFH29vnsa5FQG-s?usp=sharing here.]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Injection_Molding_Machine&diff=3125 2021-10-11T22:29:15Z

<p>HaleyM: </p> <hr /> <div>An injection molding machine (also spelled as injection moulding machine in British English), also known as an injection press, is a machine for manufacturing plastic products by the injection molding process. It consists of two main parts, an injection unit and a clamping unit. See [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Injection_molding_machine Injection Molding Machine] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hobby_injection_molding Hobby Injection Molding] on Wikipedia.<br /> <br /> ==Our Machine==<br /> Maker Nexus has a [https://www.minijector.com/mini-jector-model-55p/ Mini-Jector Model 55P] injection molding machine. It is &lt;&lt;insert dimensions here&gt;&gt; and weighs &lt;&lt;insert approximate weight here&gt;&gt;. It is able to provide &lt;&lt;insert clamping force here&gt;&gt; of clamping force for aluminum molds and can produce &lt;&lt;insert number of pulls per hour&gt;&gt; &quot;pulls&quot; per hour. It can mold parts up to 54x146x24mm.<br /> <br /> [[File:Mini-Jector-Model-55P.png]]<br /> <br /> * Heating System<br /> :* One nozzle heater<br /> :* Two barrel heaters<br /> <br /> * Hydraulic System<br /> :* Twin injection cylinders<br /> :* One carriage cylinder<br /> :* Self contained hydraulic power unit features:<br /> :* 5.4 gallon reservoir<br /> :* 1725 RPM motor with 2 HP<br /> :* 2.0 GPM gear pump immersed in the reservoir<br /> <br /> * Control System<br /> :* Siemens PLC/HMI<br /> ::* Recipes<br /> ::* Packing Mode<br /> ::* Purge Cycle<br /> :* Directional and control valves with plug-in connectors that control:<br /> ::* Screw speed<br /> ::* Injection speed<br /> ::* Screw back pressure read on oil filled gage<br /> :* Manual and semi-automatic modes<br /> :* Motor starter with thermal overloads and emergency stop button<br /> :* Selectable de-compression feature<br /> :* Carriage speed<br /> <br /> * Additional Features<br /> :* Aluminum material hopper with shut off and dump tube<br /> :* Moving parts covered by safety shroud<br /> :* Heat shield on barrel<br /> :* Greaseless bushings used in screw unit mechanism<br /> :* Provision for cooling feed throat<br /> <br /> ===Maintenance===<br /> ====Greasing Grease Fittings====<br /> For your convenience, here's what it says about greasing the grease fittings: &quot;The machine requires very little in the way of lubrication, as the injection plate and thrust housing bushings are a composite semi-greaseless type that require lubrication once every 6 months to a year. The thrust housing has two linear bushings; one accessible from the front, one from the rear. The injection cylinder plate also has two bushings with staggered access. Use a lithium-based grease and inject only enough grease to force the old grease out. This removes any dirt accumulated in the bushings. Wipe the old grease off of the guide rods.&quot;<br /> <br /> === Training ===<br /> ( add link to our BOSS class document )<br /> <br /> === Tips and Tricks ===<br /> # (things you'd want to know)<br /> <br /> === Reference Materials ===<br /> Members can access all of the manufacturer's reference materials on the MN Members Drive [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lx9Q5_JGb9sH6hzRsRFH29vnsa5FQG-s?usp=sharing here.]</div>

HaleyM http://makernexuswiki.com/index.php?title=Injection_Molding_Machine&diff=3124 2021-10-11T22:24:24Z

<p>HaleyM: /* Our Machine */</p> <hr /> <div>An injection molding machine (also spelled as injection moulding machine in British English), also known as an injection press, is a machine for manufacturing plastic products by the injection molding process. It consists of two main parts, an injection unit and a clamping unit. See [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Injection_molding_machine Injection Molding Machine] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hobby_injection_molding Hobby Injection Molding] on Wikipedia.<br /> <br /> ==Our Machine==<br /> Maker Nexus has a [https://www.minijector.com/mini-jector-model-55p/ Mini-Jector Model 55P] injection molding machine. It is &lt;&lt;insert dimensions here&gt;&gt; and weighs &lt;&lt;insert approximate weight here&gt;&gt;. It is able to provide &lt;&lt;insert clamping force here&gt;&gt; of clamping force for aluminum molds and can produce &lt;&lt;insert number of pulls per hour&gt;&gt; &quot;pulls&quot; per hour. It can mold parts up to 54x146x24mm.<br /> <br /> [[File:Mini-Jector-Model-55P.png]]<br /> <br /> * Heating System<br /> :* One nozzle heater<br /> :* Two barrel heaters<br /> <br /> * Hydraulic System<br /> :* Twin injection cylinders<br /> :* One carriage cylinder<br /> :* Self contained hydraulic power unit features:<br /> :* 5.4 gallon reservoir<br /> :* 1725 RPM motor with 2 HP<br /> :* 2.0 GPM gear pump immersed in the reservoir<br /> <br /> * Control System<br /> :* Siemens PLC/HMI<br /> ::* Recipes<br /> ::* Packing Mode<br /> ::* Purge Cycle<br /> :* Directional and control valves with plug-in connectors that control:<br /> ::* Screw speed<br /> ::* Injection speed<br /> ::* Screw back pressure read on oil filled gage<br /> :* Manual and semi-automatic modes<br /> :* Motor starter with thermal overloads and emergency stop button<br /> :* Selectable de-compression feature<br /> :* Carriage speed<br /> <br /> * Additional Features<br /> :* Aluminum material hopper with shut off and dump tube<br /> :* Moving parts covered by safety shroud<br /> :* Heat shield on barrel<br /> :* Greaseless bushings used in screw unit mechanism<br /> :* Provision for cooling feed throat<br /> <br /> ===Maintenance===<br /> ====Greasing Grease Fittings====<br /> For your convenience, here's what it says about greasing the grease fittings: &quot;The machine requires very little in the way of lubrication, as the injection plate and thrust housing bushings are a composite semi-greaseless type that require lubrication once every 6 months to a year. The thrust housing has two linear bushings; one accessible from the front, one from the rear. The injection cylinder plate also has two bushings with staggered access. Use a lithium-based grease and inject only enough grease to force the old grease out. This removes any dirt accumulated in the bushings. Wipe the old grease off of the guide rods.&quot;<br /> <br /> === Training ===<br /> ( add link to our BOSS class document )<br /> <br /> === Tips and Tricks ===<br /> # (things you'd want to know)</div>

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