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HiveMind is a wiki built by the [[https:// | HiveMind is a wiki built by the [[https:// | ||
- | Besides containing up-to-date information on IDC equipment, the HiveMind also contains useful advice on how to make your projects come to life, as well as step-by-step guides on how to recreate the Hive's most popular workshops on your own time and standard operating procedures for all of our equipment . | + | Besides containing up-to-date information on IDC equipment, the HiveMind also contains useful advice on how to make your projects come to life, as well as step-by-step guides on how to recreate the Hive's most popular workshops on your own time and standard operating procedures for all of our equipment. |
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===== Resources at the IDC ===== | ===== Resources at the IDC ===== | ||
- | At the IDC, you can find a plethora of equipment to assist you with your projects. Along with spare wood to help you downstairs, and a seemingly endless supply of 3D print materials, our electrical equipment lying behind the front desk can be found here at this [[https:// | + | At the IDC, you can find a plethora of equipment to assist you with your projects. Along with spare wood to help you downstairs, and a seemingly endless supply of 3D print materials, our electrical equipment lying behind the front desk can be found here at this. The hive is looking to create |
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- | This equipment list is a work in progress, so it may not be 100 percent up to date, but it should have just about everything we have. You're always free to ask if we have something if you don' | + | |
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==== The Front Desk ==== | ==== The Front Desk ==== | ||
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- | You can also check out equipment (for free!) at the front desk, including Raspberry Pis, motors, | + | You can also check out equipment (for free!) at the front desk, including Raspberry Pis, motors, |
There are also lockers available for checkout at the front desk. If you have a big project, or don't want to carry a project back home each day then you may want to consider getting a locker. A PI at the front desk can get you a locker and a combination lock for it. If you forget your combination, | There are also lockers available for checkout at the front desk. If you have a big project, or don't want to carry a project back home each day then you may want to consider getting a locker. A PI at the front desk can get you a locker and a combination lock for it. If you forget your combination, | ||
==== 3D Printing ==== | ==== 3D Printing ==== | ||
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- | You can click on any hyperlink to learn about each specific printer. It links to their SOP! | + | You can click on any hyperlink to learn about each specific printer. It links to their SOP! Printing at the hive is free, and is located in the Semi clean room. You can walk down and find a PI if you have something you would like to print. We only accept STL files and no gcode files since the PI's need to check each print. The printing system works by queue, and each printer may have a different queue. If you're not sure which printer you want to use, ask a PI! In addition to written and guided SOP's, we have a video series here that you can look at if you're a more visual learner. The videos are quick but may not be as informative: |
- | * 3 [[stratasys_f170|Stratasys F170]] | + | * 3 [[https://gtvault.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/HiveMakerspace/Ef7iyiLm_GVDp-9IKzhD9pMBvry161uWPPmIvquWYvmKFA? |
- | * The F170 printers are FDM printers intended for both rapid prototyping | + | * The F170 printers |
- | * These printers allow unique geometries to be printed by using dissoluble support material | + | * 4 [[https://gtvault.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/HiveMakerspace/EQB_pfv2h5ZJq3Uc8NsnL6MBlJfJ2CFfugPA75lm8akXlw?e=WeQ1sQ| Ultimaker 3s Printers]] |
- | * j55 stratasys? | + | * Our ultimaker printers allow our users to print in up to two materials. |
- | * 2 [[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-XuSSHcQfh2pjb3Wgrt2g4Xu4taNBODylgcgxYdu9t8/|Ender 5 Pro]] | + | * 1 [[https://gtvault.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/HiveMakerspace/EVKBTObQTX1NvCcuv44NsoEBBZpRPr3lrXltXi_1dKbkag? |
- | * The Ender 5 Printers | + | |
- | * 2 [[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wo_SjmYISe5MhxdF3xqbR_0CxDL-sdmEaeo0QKCEbWg/edit?usp=sharing| Ultimaker 3s Printers]] | + | |
- | * Our ultimaker printers allow our users to print in up to two materials. | + | |
- | * 1 [[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F1NWrtbFoLqjVfmC54-qojDLVxIF7CTrYLy3X1Ag-lU/ | + | |
* The MarkTwo is a specialty 3D printer that prints high strength parts using nylon-based material with fiber reinforcements such as carbon fiber. | * The MarkTwo is a specialty 3D printer that prints high strength parts using nylon-based material with fiber reinforcements such as carbon fiber. | ||
- | * 2 [[ld-002r|Creality LD-002R SLA Resin Printer]] | + | * 4 [[https:// |
- | * These SLA printers specialize in high detail and surface finish using SLA Technology | + | * These SLA printers specialize in high detail and surface finish using SLA Technology. We carry multiple resins at any given time. You can stop by and check which ones we have. Normally, they are Grey, White, Draft V2, and flexible. We have 3 Form 3's and one Form 3L. |
==== Laser Cutting ===== | ==== Laser Cutting ===== | ||
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+ | Recently, we have acquired a new laser cutter called the Fablight 4500. This laser cutter is a noncontinuous fiber laser capable of cutting through quarter inch steel very quickly. It was obtained to replace the plasma cutter. The cuts are cleaner and can also engrave various metals such as mild/ | ||
We have a couple pages of information for you to browse if you need it. These documents are written as if the person reading it is a Peer Instructor, but that in no way means that only Peer Instructors can browse it (: | We have a couple pages of information for you to browse if you need it. These documents are written as if the person reading it is a Peer Instructor, but that in no way means that only Peer Instructors can browse it (: | ||
- | * For our full Standard Operating Procedure that tells you how to use the Laser Cutter and the process of getting trained [[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L0MKyHPzx9ny-9Cgboo9CbSp4hdrhKYu/view?usp=sharing|click here]]. | + | * For our full Standard Operating Procedure that tells you how to use the Laser Cutter and the process of getting trained. Note that only Peer instructors have access to the machines. |
+ | * [[https://gtvault.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/HiveMakerspace/ESgEYOb4E6JHhxpkTdbmm18BJCpM5YMJHaEGjfg3Bc1Iog?e=Os8l53|CO2 Laser SOP]]. | ||
* For more in depth detailed settings on how to use the more advanced settings on the laser cutter [[https:// | * For more in depth detailed settings on how to use the more advanced settings on the laser cutter [[https:// | ||
* To see our common errors and how to solve them page [[https:// | * To see our common errors and how to solve them page [[https:// | ||
We also have video tutorials if you don't want to sift through the SOP or documents. The video tutorials will cover all the basics of the laser cutter, the documents have more niche topics that you may not be interested in. You can find the video tutorials [[https:// | We also have video tutorials if you don't want to sift through the SOP or documents. The video tutorials will cover all the basics of the laser cutter, the documents have more niche topics that you may not be interested in. You can find the video tutorials [[https:// | ||
- | Quick FAQ: | + | Quick FAQ about the CO2: |
* Both of our Laser cutters are Carbon dioxide lasers but are able to cut through most materials with the exception of metal (it can etch the metal!) | * Both of our Laser cutters are Carbon dioxide lasers but are able to cut through most materials with the exception of metal (it can etch the metal!) | ||
* The Laser cutter' | * The Laser cutter' | ||
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In addition we also have Youtube Demo's listed for all of these different pieces of equipment found here: | In addition we also have Youtube Demo's listed for all of these different pieces of equipment found here: | ||
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+ | ** Fall 2023 updates: ** | ||
+ | * **//We are no longer requiring training for the ProtoMat or ProtoLaser.// | ||
+ | * ** Training is still required for the electroplater!** Training details can be found on the " | ||
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* [[pcb-help_pm|The LPKF ProtoMat S103]] - a 2.5-dimensional plotter that drills and mills (cuts) PCB substrates, plastics, and soft metals | * [[pcb-help_pm|The LPKF ProtoMat S103]] - a 2.5-dimensional plotter that drills and mills (cuts) PCB substrates, plastics, and soft metals | ||
* [[pcb-help_pl|The LPKF ProtoLaser U4]] - a 20um-diameter laser to etch (selectively remove) a wide variety of film/ | * [[pcb-help_pl|The LPKF ProtoLaser U4]] - a 20um-diameter laser to etch (selectively remove) a wide variety of film/ | ||
- | * [[pcb-help_ep|The LPKF Contac S4]] - a semi-automatic galvanic electroplater for via formation and other copper/tin plating needs | + | * [[pcb-help_ep|The LPKF Contac S4]] - a semi-automatic galvanic electroplater for via formation and other copper/tin plating needs. ** The electroplater is up and functioning.** |
- | We also can [[process_stencils|cut stencils]], and assemble boards with a [[process_reflowoven|reflow oven]]. We also have a few unsupported capabilities, | + | We also can [[process_stencils|cut stencils]], and assemble boards with a [[process_reflowoven|reflow oven]]. We also have a few unsupported capabilities, |
The Hive provides double-sided copper on FR4 in 0.5 oz/ft^2 (18 um) and 1 oz/ft^2 (35 um) weights to our users at no cost, though many other substrates can be used. | The Hive provides double-sided copper on FR4 in 0.5 oz/ft^2 (18 um) and 1 oz/ft^2 (35 um) weights to our users at no cost, though many other substrates can be used. | ||
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Out CAM file: [[https:// | Out CAM file: [[https:// | ||
- | === Useful Links === | + | * **No idea what a trace is?** --> [[pcb-basics|What is a PCB?]] |
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- | * Designing your own PCB? --> [[pcb-design|PCB Design]] | + | |
- | * Want to use the machines? --> [[pcb-training|PCB Training]] | + | |
- | * Looking to schedule tool time? --> [[http:// | + | |
- | * What can we do, and how to do it --> [[pcb-fab|PCB Fabrication]] | + | * **Looking to take your fab to the next level?** --> [[pcb-tips|Tips, tricks, |
- | * Help! And Other Questions | + | * **Something broken? |
- | * Take you fabrication | + | |
- | * Official Standard Operating Procedures | + | |
Questions? You can reach the PCB MPIs at [[hive-pcb@ece.gatech.edu]]. | Questions? You can reach the PCB MPIs at [[hive-pcb@ece.gatech.edu]]. |