'''Note:''' These items are not listed in any sort of priority. They are just projects that we would like to do sometime.

== Facility Upgrades(Preliminary) ==
=== Security Light On front of the building ===
While we do have lighting out in the parking lot, the covered area in front of the shop can be really dark at night. My proposal is to have a motion detected light on the brick facade under the covered area between the garage door and the main entrance.

Total cost should be below $60 and would have no effect on our electric bill.

-BSE

=== Upgrading Bathroom and removing previous tenants shower. ===
*Install point of use water heater ~225.
*Replace flooring/and new wax seal for tolet ~200
*Remove hacked together plumbing and install the utility sink. ~75
*Patch Drywall/Paint. ~0

-BSE

=== Storage room upgrading. ===
*Move fridge into the room ~60

Materials wishlist

2014-12-17T17:49:15Z

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Materials wishlist

2014-12-17T17:45:57Z

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2014-12-17T05:06:23Z

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This is an account of all incidents involving [[haksaw]].

== {{date|Dec 4 2014}} ==
Haksaw was running a 100W led without air cooling. The light engine flickered blue and smoke rolled as one by one each led died on the chip.

'''Total Damages:''' ~$25.00

== {{date|Dec 4 2012}} ==
Dan9186 handed Haksaw a printed piece of a MendelMax at which point Haksaw broke it within 5 seconds of it being in his hands.

'''Total Damages:''' ~$0.10

== {{date|Dec 8 2012}} ==
Haksaw got married.

'''Total Damages:''' ~lifetime of financial ruin

== {{date|Dec 17 2012}} ==
Haksaw peddled too hard on the generator bike built by Remowylliams, causing the magnets to come off the fly wheel and attach themselves to one of the iron cores in the transformer coil. This broke one of the magnets, and a few pieces of plastic on the bike itself.

'''Total Damages:''' ~$25

== {{date|Mar 13 2013}} ==
Haksaw apparently did not learn from previous encounters with forcibly moving servos/motors, and manually moved a servo wired in to a 5v rail on a breadboard power adapter. The generated current put too much voltage backwards through the regulator and blew it.

'''Total Damages:''' ~$3

== {{date|March 17 2012}} ==
A Pololu stepper driver caught fire during an early prototyping session of the DoodleBot. A bright warm flame was said to be seen from outside the shop. The stepper driver was declared a total loss with the accompanying breadboard suffering scorching and slight melting.

Two other casualties were suffered that day, resulting in three dead Pololus.

'''Total Damages:''' ~$38.00

== {{date|June 1 2013}} ==
Haksaw attempted using the sonar on his quadcopter under the water. It didn't make it out of the swamp.

'''Total Damages:''' ~$180

== {{date|October 31 2012}} ==
15:05 < haksaw> well me (the dumbass) got the tri working yesterday and imedatly few it upside down into the dirt and broke all the props

'''Total Damages:''' ~$15.00

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2014-12-17T05:03:32Z

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Radial Arm Saw

2014-12-16T03:31:18Z

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{{Infobox tool inventory
|tool_name = Radial Arm Saw
|image = Radial-arm-saw.jpg
|image_size =
|alt =
|caption =
|owner = Midsouth Makers
|category = power
|model = Sears Craftman
|serial =
|status =
|availability =
|talk_to = Claudio, Ben or Ed
|purchase_date =
|disposal_date =
|cost = 135
|dnh =
|rtfm =
|guides =
|manuals =
|flickr =
|youtube = http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=radial+arm+saw+usage
|schedule =
}}

== Location ==
Our radial-arm saw is located along the back wall of the shop on it's wheeled table.
== Features ==
* 10" blade

== Recommended Safety Equipment ==
* Safety Goggles
* Hearing Protection

== Prior to each use ==
=== Verify ===
* All guards in place
* The work area is clear
* Unplug and verify the blade is installed securely
* Make sure the saw is still mounted tightly to the table

== After each use ==
=== Clean ===
* Brush off any sawdust/leftover materials
* Sweep surrounding area
=== Replace ===
* Push the saw back against the wall if it's been pulled out.

=== Periodic Replacements ===
*Replacement 10" blades

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{{Infobox tool inventory
|tool_name = Laser Cutter
|image =
|image_size =
|alt =
|caption =
|owner = Midsouth Makers
|category = CNC
|model = Redsail X700
|serial =
|status = available
|availability = anyone
|talk_to = Ben or Brett
|purchase_date = 10/2014
|disposal_date =
|cost = 5000
|dnh = yes
|rtfm = yes
|guides =
|manuals = http://wiki.midsouthmakers.org/a/File:Sears_bandsaw_manual.pdf
|flickr =
|youtube = http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=band+saw+usage
|schedule =
}}
== Location ==
The big red thing in the common area.

== Features ==
* Red Sail X700
* 60 watt
* Water cooled
* 700mm x 500mm cut area

== Safety ==
* '''Never let the machine run unattended especially when its cutting!'''
* Always use approved materials. Some materials can release chlorine gas or catch fire.
* Remember to pull bed leveling knob before running a job.
* Run the machine with the interlock on. The interlock is a key switch that will override the option to turn the laser off when the door is opened.

===If a fire Occurs===
*Immediately stop the laser, this will more than likely extinguish the fire.
*If fire still exist, try to blow it out.
*If fire still exist, spritz it with the water bottle. Notify the board.
*All else fails, use the fire extinguisher. Notify board.

===Testing Plastics for Chlorine===
A blow torch and copper wire will be needed for the test.
*With a pair of pliers heat up the end of the copper wire and burn off any residue.
*While still hot, touch a sample piece of the plastic you would like to cut with the hot end of the copper wire.
*Place the wire back into the flame and burn the plastic. If the flame is blue/green the material is not safe and will emit chlorine gas when cut.

==Materials==
'''Note: If the material you want to cut isn't listed on this page, email the mailing list.'''

{| class="wikitable"
! Material !! Safe to use with a laser cutter? !! Can you cut it? !! Can you engrave it?
|-
| Acrylic || Safe! || Yes || Yes
|-
| Wood || Safe! || Yes || Yes
|-
| Paper/Cardboard || Safe! || Yes || Difficult
|-
| Steel || Safe! || No || Yes (oxidize)
|-
| Titanium || Safe! || No || Yields a rainbow of colors depending on power.
|-
| All other metals || Safe! || No || Yes, if you use Cermark or other marking chemical.
|-
| Glass || Mostly safe, don't breathe the glass dust. || No || Yes
|-
| Nylon|| Not recommended. || Discoloration, low cut quality. || Melts, doesn't engrave well.
|-
| ABS || Not recommended. || Discoloration, low cut quality. || Slight engraving marks.
|-
| Polyethylene || Not recommended. || No. Lots of melting. || Slight marks with melting.
|-
| Lexan/polycarbonate || Black smoke and awful smell. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| PVC || Creates Chlorine Gas. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| Vinyl || Toxic fumes. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| Teflon/PTFE || Toxic fumes. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| CF/Carbon Fiber || DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|}

== Feeds and Speeds ==
Different materials and thicknesses will require different cut speed and power. Table below is a good starting point for some common materials.

===Cutting===

{| class="wikitable"
! Material
! Power (%)
! Speed (mm/s)
! Notes
|-
| 5mm Wood
|
|
|
|-
| 1/2in Wood
|
|
|
|-
| 3/4in Wood
|
|
|
|-
| 1/8in Acrylic
|
|
|
|-
| 1/4in Acrylic
|
|
|
|-
| 1/2in Acrylic
|
|
|
|}

===Engraving===

== Maintenance ==
*Every 8 hours of run time, lenses/mirrors need to be checked/cleaned.
**Lense/Mirror can easily be scratched and/or damaged. Cleaning should be done by qualified personnel.
**http://www.ophiropt.com/user_files/co2/co2_optics_cleaning_data_sheet.pdf

===Maintenance Log===
*11/16/2014 Laser Init.
*11/17/2014 Alignment and lense cleaning
*12/08/2014 Booster and external ventilation completed.

== Consumables ==
*Mirrors/Lenses. They are replaced when worn/scratched/damaged $160
*Laser Tube. 3,000 HR runtime. $410

=Authorized Users=
*Ben
*Brett

Laser cutter

2014-12-12T17:19:20Z

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{{Infobox tool inventory
|tool_name =
|image = Craftsman 12 Inch Electric Band Saw.jpg
|image_size =
|alt =
|caption =
|owner = Midsouth Makers
|category = power
|model = Sears Craftsman Electronic Bandsaw 113.248440
|serial = 89320.H0235
|status = available
|availability = anyone
|talk_to = Ben or Dan
|purchase_date =
|disposal_date =
|cost = 150
|dnh = yes
|rtfm = yes
|guides =
|manuals = http://wiki.midsouthmakers.org/a/File:Sears_bandsaw_manual.pdf
|flickr =
|youtube = http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=band+saw+usage
|schedule =
}}
== Location ==
The big red thing in the common area.

== Features ==
* Red Sail X700
* 60 watt
* Water cooled
* 700mm x 500mm cut area

== Safety ==
* '''Never let the machine run unattended especially when its cutting!'''
* Always use approved materials. Some materials can release chlorine gas or catch fire.
* Remember to pull bed leveling knob before running a job.
* Run the machine with the interlock on. The interlock is a key switch that will override the option to turn the laser off when the door is opened.

===If a fire Occurs===
*Immediately stop the laser, this will more than likely extinguish the fire.
*If fire still exist, try to blow it out.
*If fire still exist, spritz it with the water bottle. Notify the board.
*All else fails, use the fire extinguisher. Notify board.

===Testing Plastics for Chlorine===
A blow torch and copper wire will be needed for the test.
*With a pair of pliers heat up the end of the copper wire and burn off any residue.
*While still hot, touch a sample piece of the plastic you would like to cut with the hot end of the copper wire.
*Place the wire back into the flame and burn the plastic. If the flame is blue/green the material is not safe and will emit chlorine gas when cut.

==Materials==
'''Note: If the material you want to cut isn't listed on this page, email the mailing list.'''

{| class="wikitable"
! Material !! Safe to use with a laser cutter? !! Can you cut it? !! Can you engrave it?
|-
| Acrylic || Safe! || Yes || Yes
|-
| Wood || Safe! || Yes || Yes
|-
| Paper/Cardboard || Safe! || Yes || Difficult
|-
| Steel || Safe! || No || Yes (oxidize)
|-
| Titanium || Safe! || No || Yields a rainbow of colors depending on power.
|-
| All other metals || Safe! || No || Yes, if you use Cermark or other marking chemical.
|-
| Glass || Mostly safe, don't breathe the glass dust. || No || Yes
|-
| Nylon|| Not recommended. || Discoloration, low cut quality. || Melts, doesn't engrave well.
|-
| ABS || Not recommended. || Discoloration, low cut quality. || Slight engraving marks.
|-
| Polyethylene || Not recommended. || No. Lots of melting. || Slight marks with melting.
|-
| Lexan/polycarbonate || Black smoke and awful smell. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| PVC || Creates Chlorine Gas. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| Vinyl || Toxic fumes. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| Teflon/PTFE || Toxic fumes. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| CF/Carbon Fiber || DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|}

== Feeds and Speeds ==
Different materials and thicknesses will require different cut speed and power. Table below is a good starting point for some common materials.

===Cutting===

{| class="wikitable"
! Material
! Power (%)
! Speed (mm/s)
! Notes
|-
| 5mm Wood
|
|
|
|-
| 1/2in Wood
|
|
|
|-
| 3/4in Wood
|
|
|
|-
| 1/8in Acrylic
|
|
|
|-
| 1/4in Acrylic
|
|
|
|-
| 1/2in Acrylic
|
|
|
|}

===Engraving===

== Maintenance ==
*Every 8 hours of run time, lenses/mirrors need to be checked/cleaned.
**Lense/Mirror can easily be scratched and/or damaged. Cleaning should be done by qualified personnel.
**http://www.ophiropt.com/user_files/co2/co2_optics_cleaning_data_sheet.pdf

===Maintenance Log===
*11/16/2014 Laser Init.
*11/17/2014 Alignment and lense cleaning
*12/08/2014 Booster and external ventilation completed.

== Consumables ==
*Mirrors/Lenses. They are replaced when worn/scratched/damaged $160
*Laser Tube. 3,000 HR runtime. $410

=Authorized Users=
*Ben
*Brett

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== Location ==
The big red thing in the common area.

== Features ==
* Red Sail X700
* 60 watt
* Water cooled
* 700mm x 500mm cut area

== Safety ==
* '''Never let the machine run unattended especially when its cutting!'''
* Always use approved materials. Some materials can release chlorine gas or catch fire.
* Remember to pull bed leveling knob before running a job.
* Run the machine with the interlock on. The interlock is a key switch that will override the option to turn the laser off when the door is opened.

===If a fire Occurs===
*Immediately stop the laser, this will more than likely extinguish the fire.
*If fire still exist, try to blow it out.
*If fire still exist, spritz it with the water bottle. Notify the board.
*All else fails, use the fire extinguisher. Notify board.

===Testing Plastics for Chlorine===
A blow torch and copper wire will be needed for the test.
*With a pair of pliers heat up the end of the copper wire and burn off any residue.
*While still hot, touch a sample piece of the plastic you would like to cut with the hot end of the copper wire.
*Place the wire back into the flame and burn the plastic. If the flame is blue/green the material is not safe and will emit chlorine gas when cut.

==Materials==
'''Note: If the material you want to cut isn't listed on this page, email the mailing list.'''

{| class="wikitable"
! Material !! Safe to use with a laser cutter? !! Can you cut it? !! Can you engrave it?
|-
| Acrylic || Safe! || Yes || Yes
|-
| Wood || Safe! || Yes || Yes
|-
| Paper/Cardboard || Safe! || Yes || Difficult
|-
| Steel || Safe! || No || Yes (oxidize)
|-
| Titanium || Safe! || No || Yields a rainbow of colors depending on power.
|-
| All other metals || Safe! || No || Yes, if you use Cermark or other marking chemical.
|-
| Glass || Mostly safe, don't breathe the glass dust. || No || Yes
|-
| Nylon|| Not recommended. || Discoloration, low cut quality. || Melts, doesn't engrave well.
|-
| ABS || Not recommended. || Discoloration, low cut quality. || Slight engraving marks.
|-
| Polyethylene || Not recommended. || No. Lots of melting. || Slight marks with melting.
|-
| Lexan/polycarbonate || Black smoke and awful smell. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| PVC || Creates Chlorine Gas. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| Vinyl || Toxic fumes. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| Teflon/PTFE || Toxic fumes. DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|-
| CF/Carbon Fiber || DO NOT CUT. || No || No
|}

== Feeds and Speeds ==
Different materials and thicknesses will require different cut speed and power. Table below is a good starting point for some common materials.

===Cutting===

{| class="wikitable"
! Material
! Power (%)
! Speed (mm/s)
! Notes
|-
| 5mm Wood
|
|
|
|-
| 1/2in Wood
|
|
|
|-
| 3/4in Wood
|
|
|
|-
| 1/8in Acrylic
|
|
|
|-
| 1/4in Acrylic
|
|
|
|-
| 1/2in Acrylic
|
|
|
|}

===Engraving===

== Maintenance ==
*Every 8 hours of run time, lenses/mirrors need to be checked/cleaned.
**http://www.ophiropt.com/user_files/co2/co2_optics_cleaning_data_sheet.pdf
*Lense/Mirror can easily be damaged and should be done by qualified personnel.
===Maintenance Log===
*11/16/2014 Laser Init.
*11/17/2014 Alignment and lense cleaning
*12/08/2014 Improved ventilation completed.

== Consumables ==
*Mirrors/Lenses. They are replaced when worn/scratched/damaged $160
*Laser Tube. 3,000 HR runtime. $410

=Authorized Users=
*Ben
*Brett