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miscellaneous:training-checklists [2013/06/21 03:11] dan_dude [Casting & Forging] |
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*don't force-- let the blade cut | *don't force-- let the blade cut | ||
*cutting curves without breaking the blade | *cutting curves without breaking the blade | ||
+ | *For tight curves, consider using the scroll saw or CNC router instead | ||
===Table Saw=== | ===Table Saw=== | ||
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===Planer=== | ===Planer=== | ||
*height adjustment | *height adjustment | ||
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- | ===CNC Router=== | ||
- | *Changing bits | ||
- | *Clamping supplies in toolbox | ||
- | *Measure actual thickness of material | ||
- | *Use a spoilboard | ||
- | *Mach3 | ||
- | *CamBam | ||
- | *Electronic touch-off | ||
- | *Speed control on router (not through Mach3) | ||
- | *Turning power on/off (separate switch for stepper power) | ||
===Router tables?=== | ===Router tables?=== | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====CNC Router==== | ||
+ | *Prerequisites (Tool chain) | ||
+ | *Mach3, DraftSight, VCarve, Design Spark Mechanical | ||
+ | *CamBam | ||
+ | **Safety | ||
+ | * where not to stand | ||
+ | * PPE (eyes and ears) | ||
+ | *Materials | ||
+ | *Wood, Plastic, Foam - OK | ||
+ | *Metals - NOT OK | ||
+ | *Recommended bits | ||
+ | *2-flute 1/4" spiral up-cut bit - solid carbide | ||
+ | *Setup | ||
+ | *Clean rails | ||
+ | *Changing bits | ||
+ | *Securing your workpiece | ||
+ | *Clamping supplies in toolbox | ||
+ | *Using carpet tape | ||
+ | *Measure actual thickness of material | ||
+ | *Use a spoilboard | ||
+ | *Operation | ||
+ | *Turning on the equipment | ||
+ | *Verifying the step increment | ||
+ | *Verifying depth of cut per pass | ||
+ | *Using the pendant | ||
+ | *Zeroing X, Y, and Z | ||
+ | *Determining tool path is clear | ||
+ | *Vacuum hook-up | ||
+ | *Electronic touch-off | ||
+ | *Speed control on router (not through Mach3) | ||
+ | *Turning power on/off (separate switch for stepper power) | ||
+ | *Starting, pausing and cancelling job | ||
+ | *Cleanup | ||
====Metal Shop==== | ====Metal Shop==== | ||
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*Don't force-- let the blade cut | *Don't force-- let the blade cut | ||
- | ===Gorton Mill=== | ||
===Bridgeport Mill=== | ===Bridgeport Mill=== | ||
+ | *See Tom Klein | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Gorton Mill=== | ||
*Changing tool bits | *Changing tool bits | ||
*Spindle lock | *Spindle lock | ||
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*DRO | *DRO | ||
*Put tool bits away-- don't leave them in the machine (easy to forget) | *Put tool bits away-- don't leave them in the machine (easy to forget) | ||
+ | *Don't leave the spindle lock on | ||
===Small lathe (Central Machinery)=== | ===Small lathe (Central Machinery)=== | ||
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===Hobart welders=== | ===Hobart welders=== | ||
+ | *Wear eye protection at all times, even if you are watching someone else. | ||
+ | * Space has many welding helmets available for use. | ||
+ | * Do not use the dark green face shields, those are for torch work and will not protect you. | ||
+ | *Wear only natural fabrics: Leather, Cotton, Wool, etc. . . | ||
+ | *Polyester, | ||
+ | *Cover exposed skin to avoid sunburn. | ||
+ | *Use curtains to avoid flashing users in other parts of the shop. | ||
+ | *Remember to turn on/off gas | ||
===Others? | ===Others? | ||
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Key Safety Points: | Key Safety Points: | ||
+ | *Wear only natural fabrics: Leather, Cotton, Wool, etc. . . | ||
+ | *Polyester, | ||
*Turn off the freaking gas when you are done!!! | *Turn off the freaking gas when you are done!!! | ||
*This means shutting both valves at the tank, and on the manifold!!! | *This means shutting both valves at the tank, and on the manifold!!! | ||
*Know what leaking propane smells like (rotten eggs). | *Know what leaking propane smells like (rotten eggs). | ||
*If you smell it, stop working and find the source. | *If you smell it, stop working and find the source. | ||
+ | |||
+ | Avoiding Equipment Damage: | ||
+ | * Leave the blower fan running during cool down. | ||
+ | * Be careful not to stab/ | ||
+ | |||
===Casting Furnace=== | ===Casting Furnace=== | ||
+ | *Designated casting nights occur on alternate Thursdays, if possible schedule a pour around one of those. | ||
+ | *Do not use without supervision from one of the trainers. | ||
+ | *Bred D. | ||
+ | *Matt W. | ||
+ | *Dan J. | ||
+ | *Tom Gr. | ||
===Spin caster=== | ===Spin caster=== | ||
====Laser Cutters==== | ====Laser Cutters==== | ||
- | ? | + | [[members: |
====3D Printers==== | ====3D Printers==== | ||
- | ? | + | ===Makerbot Replicator=== |
+ | * Leveling the plate | ||
+ | * Unloading and loading filament | ||
+ | * Cleaning the plate | ||
+ | * Using Makerware to print | ||
+ | * Removing completed work from the plate |