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Category:Cube

2015-03-18T00:04:18Z

Tarheelbandb: /* Notes */ Instructions for refilling and resetting cartridge

[[Category:3D_Printing]]
[[Category:Equipment]]
[[Category:3D_Printers]]
HacDC's Cube 3D Printer. [[File:Cube.jpg|thumb|upright=4|right]]
==Current Machine Status==
Operational

==General Info==
Model: 3D Systems Cube 2ND Generation

==Printing Procedures==
'''''Instructions are mostly complete but there are still gaps. If this is your 1st print with this machine you may want to ask one of the 3D printer folks for help (We're usually around on Thursday evenings).'''''--[[User:Nostromo|Nostromo]] ([[User talk:Nostromo|talk]]) 15:44, 11 February 2015 (PST)

===3D File Preparation===
The cube uses proprietary slicer software to convert a ".stl" file to a ".cube" file which is what the cube printer understands.

# Power on the Laptop labelled "THE LAPTOP FOR THE CUBE"
# Open the "Cube Software"
# Import your .stl file
# Settings
::* Raft: Isn't needed as the bed is pretty level
::* Print Mode
::** Hollow: (Quick) The software will print the walls of your model but put only enough infill to keep the model together. Not to be used for structural components.
::** Strong: the software will calculate and print your model to withstnd a moderate amount of stress (arbitrary). The print will have enough infill to fulfill this "strong" requirement
::** Solid: Printer will print your model with 100% infill. Will take the longest amount of time.
# Heal ''(This corrects any missing of difficient triangles in the model so the software can calculate the actual shape of the model)'
# Center
# Build (This will create the the .cube file in the same directory as the .stl file)
# Attach the USB Key and save to the root folder of the thumbdrive

At this point a .cube file has been generated and you're ready to move on to the next step.

===Powering on the Cube===
# Make sure the Cube is located on a level surface and the filament feed tube isn't being bent (By a shelf etc..)
# Make sure the power brick is plugged in all the way
# Press the button just below the screen (Screen should wake up)
# You're almost ready to print

===Before You Start The Print!!===
Make sure you have the following items:
* Elmer's Washable School Glue Stick (Purple Glue Stick)
* Tweezers (Need this to remove the extruder drippings just before the print starts)

====Prep the Print Bed (IMPORTANT)====

# Remove the glass build plate from the cube (Held on with a magnet so it should just pop off)
# Undo the binder clips to remove the mirrored piece of glass (Remember where the binder clips are positioned)
# Wash/dry the mirrored glass in the sink (Be careful as it's fragile and the edges are sharp)
#* if you break the glass don't fret we have replacements. Just make sure to let someone know and record it in the operators log so we know to replace it :-).
# Do a final clean of the mirrored glass using glass cleaner and a paper towel
# Use the glue stick to apply a thin layer of glue to the entire surface of the mirrored glass THOROUGHLY (This is so the plastic will stick but will still be removable when done)
# Reattach the mirrored glass to the build plate with the binder clips
#* Make sure that the clips wont obstruct the movement of the build plate
#* Best place for the clips are on the right side (Front and Back)

===Start the Print===
# Eject the USB Key marked "Cube Firmware" from the Laptop and attach to the cube on the right hand side
# Navigate though the LCD menu and find the file you uploaded
# Select it and your print should start
#* If you see a message about there not being enough filament just ignore it and continue the print (We reload the cartridges so the cartridge capacity indicator is off)
# After about 10? seconds the print head will move to about 1/2" above the build plate
# It will now begin heating up the extruder.
# Use with the tweezers to remove any filament that comes out as it heats up the extruder for about 30? seconds.
# When the head starts moving again remove your hands and tweezers as it's about to start printing
# Now watch the magic begin :-)

===Monitoring the Print===
Now that the cube has started printing it's important to keep an eye on it. If at any time you see an issue please cancel the print by hitting the "Stop" button on the display. Here are some things that are cancel worthy:

* You hear a ticking sound coming from the extruder (Extruder is jammed SEE BELOW)
* The extruder is hitting the binder clips (Clips weren't positioned correctly)
* The extruder is bumping over some plastic that hardened in the wrong place
* The print has obviously failed (Help us save plastic and prevent a mess)
* Anything else that may damage the printer or waste plastic
* When the print finishes please turn off the printer ''(Hold down the button until the cube powers off)''

===Removing the Print from the Build Plate===
You're almost done now it's time for the last step. Removing the print from the build plate.

* Above all be careful when doing the steps below.
** You'll be applying pressure to thin sharp pieces of glass.
** You may want to wear safetly gloves which are located in the safety equipment bin
* Remove the build plate and wash off the glue with warm water from the sink (Takes a while but it does get warm)
* Try to loosen the part from the glass by twising and flexing (Without breaking the part)
* Use a utility knife to GENTLY get under the part and pop it off.

===Please Clean up for Others===
Please do the following procedure so the next person can use the machine
* Wash/dry the build plate/mirrored glass in the sink and put back on the machine
* Put all the tools back in their storage box
* Make sure you shut off the printer by holding down the button for several seconds (''Very Important'')
* If you we're happy with your experience please consider putting a buck or 2 in the tip jar :-)

===Operators Log===
Please provide feedback on our print in the operators log for this printer
[[Cube_Operators_Log]]

==Bed Leveling==
''I level the bed once a week so you really shouldn't need to do this procedure''
* The bed can be leveled through the software.
* There is no need to mechanically level the bed.
* Use a index/business card when going through the leveling procedure.
* You should feel a slight bit of resistance when moving the card in-between the bed and extruder.

==Z Axis Height Adjustment==
This should allow a index/business card to slide freely underneath it without feeling like it's dragging.

==Notes==
===Refilling the Cartridge===
The cartridge is a 2 part circular container for the filament. It is held together with 2 snapping clips. Gently depress them to separate the cartridges hemispheres.
Loosely wind the filament to be used so that the filament can freely exit the cartridge. Visually, this means when you wind it, the end of the filament should be on the same side as the exit tube. Carefully snap the hemispheres back together with roughly 7cm out of the "exit". Be mindful of the guides on the inside of the cartridge when snapping together.
Will post a video later

===RESETTING THE CARTRIDGE===
The method: The operation of the printer as it relates to the Cube is such:
1. Prior to print- Printer reads the capacity of the cartridge
2. During print- Printer calculates, using a rotary encoder, the amount of filament used.
3. End of Print- Printer subtracts the amount used and writes it back to the cartridge.
4. End

Resetting the cartridge means convincing the Printer between step 2 and 3 to write "Filament capacity (100%) minus filament used (0%) = New filament capacity"
To do this,
1.Load a full cartridge into the printer
2. Start new print
3. Once new print starts (not just heating up put starting to print)
4. "Hot Swap" the empty cartridge. This must be done within about 7 seconds, but should not be a problem. If the message "please insert cartridge" message pops up, you must put in the full cartridge back in and start back at the "Hot Swap" once the message disappears.
5. Press the stop button on the touchscreen
6. The print will cancel and proceed to the cool down process. WAIT! This usually take about 90 seconds. At some point during the cool-down, I believe the printer is writing back to the cartridge.
7. When it is done cooling, you can go into the menu and select "Cartridge Status" and the chips capacity should be represented by a "black" horizontal bar. If the bar is "white" then you must repeat the process. FWIW, we have not seen this process fail necessitating doing the process again.
8. Follow the steps for "Loading a New Cartridge" if necessary with the newly "full" cartridge.

Plans are in place to eliminate need to load new filament so often by feeding directly from bulk filament spool.

The printer will not print when it reads the chip on the cartridge as "empty".

===Wifi Doesn't Work===
We had to restore an old firmware to enable us to use our own filament and as a result the Wifi access doesn't work. Your better off just transferring the .cube file to the usb key and printing via the LCD menu.

===Hacks that Make This Thing Work===
Firmware is hacked to ignore filament cartridge life (aka you can refill cartridges)
It is important that the firmware is not altered upgraded or borked.

===Firmware Updates===
Please don't because we'll lose the hack that lets us refill the filament.

Category:Cube

2015-03-17T23:26:02Z

Tarheelbandb: /* Hacks that Make This Thing Work */ minor

[[Category:3D_Printing]]
[[Category:Equipment]]
[[Category:3D_Printers]]
HacDC's Cube 3D Printer. [[File:Cube.jpg|thumb|upright=4|right]]
==Current Machine Status==
Operational

==General Info==
Model: 3D Systems Cube 2ND Generation

==Printing Procedures==
'''''Instructions are mostly complete but there are still gaps. If this is your 1st print with this machine you may want to ask one of the 3D printer folks for help (We're usually around on Thursday evenings).'''''--[[User:Nostromo|Nostromo]] ([[User talk:Nostromo|talk]]) 15:44, 11 February 2015 (PST)

===3D File Preparation===
The cube uses proprietary slicer software to convert a ".stl" file to a ".cube" file which is what the cube printer understands.

# Power on the Laptop labelled "THE LAPTOP FOR THE CUBE"
# Open the "Cube Software"
# Import your .stl file
# Settings
::* Raft: Isn't needed as the bed is pretty level
::* Print Mode
::** Hollow: (Quick) The software will print the walls of your model but put only enough infill to keep the model together. Not to be used for structural components.
::** Strong: the software will calculate and print your model to withstnd a moderate amount of stress (arbitrary). The print will have enough infill to fulfill this "strong" requirement
::** Solid: Printer will print your model with 100% infill. Will take the longest amount of time.
# Heal ''(This corrects any missing of difficient triangles in the model so the software can calculate the actual shape of the model)'
# Center
# Build (This will create the the .cube file in the same directory as the .stl file)
# Attach the USB Key and save to the root folder of the thumbdrive

At this point a .cube file has been generated and you're ready to move on to the next step.

===Powering on the Cube===
# Make sure the Cube is located on a level surface and the filament feed tube isn't being bent (By a shelf etc..)
# Make sure the power brick is plugged in all the way
# Press the button just below the screen (Screen should wake up)
# You're almost ready to print

===Before You Start The Print!!===
Make sure you have the following items:
* Elmer's Washable School Glue Stick (Purple Glue Stick)
* Tweezers (Need this to remove the extruder drippings just before the print starts)

====Prep the Print Bed (IMPORTANT)====

# Remove the glass build plate from the cube (Held on with a magnet so it should just pop off)
# Undo the binder clips to remove the mirrored piece of glass (Remember where the binder clips are positioned)
# Wash/dry the mirrored glass in the sink (Be careful as it's fragile and the edges are sharp)
#* if you break the glass don't fret we have replacements. Just make sure to let someone know and record it in the operators log so we know to replace it :-).
# Do a final clean of the mirrored glass using glass cleaner and a paper towel
# Use the glue stick to apply a thin layer of glue to the entire surface of the mirrored glass THOROUGHLY (This is so the plastic will stick but will still be removable when done)
# Reattach the mirrored glass to the build plate with the binder clips
#* Make sure that the clips wont obstruct the movement of the build plate
#* Best place for the clips are on the right side (Front and Back)

===Start the Print===
# Eject the USB Key marked "Cube Firmware" from the Laptop and attach to the cube on the right hand side
# Navigate though the LCD menu and find the file you uploaded
# Select it and your print should start
#* If you see a message about there not being enough filament just ignore it and continue the print (We reload the cartridges so the cartridge capacity indicator is off)
# After about 10? seconds the print head will move to about 1/2" above the build plate
# It will now begin heating up the extruder.
# Use with the tweezers to remove any filament that comes out as it heats up the extruder for about 30? seconds.
# When the head starts moving again remove your hands and tweezers as it's about to start printing
# Now watch the magic begin :-)

===Monitoring the Print===
Now that the cube has started printing it's important to keep an eye on it. If at any time you see an issue please cancel the print by hitting the "Stop" button on the display. Here are some things that are cancel worthy:

* You hear a ticking sound coming from the extruder (Extruder is jammed SEE BELOW)
* The extruder is hitting the binder clips (Clips weren't positioned correctly)
* The extruder is bumping over some plastic that hardened in the wrong place
* The print has obviously failed (Help us save plastic and prevent a mess)
* Anything else that may damage the printer or waste plastic
* When the print finishes please turn off the printer ''(Hold down the button until the cube powers off)''

===Removing the Print from the Build Plate===
You're almost done now it's time for the last step. Removing the print from the build plate.

* Above all be careful when doing the steps below.
** You'll be applying pressure to thin sharp pieces of glass.
** You may want to wear safetly gloves which are located in the safety equipment bin
* Remove the build plate and wash off the glue with warm water from the sink (Takes a while but it does get warm)
* Try to loosen the part from the glass by twising and flexing (Without breaking the part)
* Use a utility knife to GENTLY get under the part and pop it off.

===Please Clean up for Others===
Please do the following procedure so the next person can use the machine
* Wash/dry the build plate/mirrored glass in the sink and put back on the machine
* Put all the tools back in their storage box
* Make sure you shut off the printer by holding down the button for several seconds (''Very Important'')
* If you we're happy with your experience please consider putting a buck or 2 in the tip jar :-)

===Operators Log===
Please provide feedback on our print in the operators log for this printer
[[Cube_Operators_Log]]

==Bed Leveling==
''I level the bed once a week so you really shouldn't need to do this procedure''
* The bed can be leveled through the software.
* There is no need to mechanically level the bed.
* Use a index/business card when going through the leveling procedure.
* You should feel a slight bit of resistance when moving the card in-between the bed and extruder.

==Z Axis Height Adjustment==
This should allow a index/business card to slide freely underneath it without feeling like it's dragging.

==Notes==
===Wifi Doesn't Work===
We had to restore an old firmware to enable us to use our own filament and as a result the Wifi access doesn't work. Your better off just transferring the .cube file to the usb key and printing via the LCD menu.

===Hacks that Make This Thing Work===
Firmware is hacked to ignore filament cartridge life (aka you can refill cartridges)
It is important that the firmware is not altered upgraded or borked.

===Firmware Updates===
Please don't because we'll lose the hack that lets us refill the filament.

Category:Cube

2015-03-17T23:23:23Z

Tarheelbandb: /* Please Clean up for Others */ minor

[[Category:3D_Printing]]
[[Category:Equipment]]
[[Category:3D_Printers]]
HacDC's Cube 3D Printer. [[File:Cube.jpg|thumb|upright=4|right]]
==Current Machine Status==
Operational

==General Info==
Model: 3D Systems Cube 2ND Generation

==Printing Procedures==
'''''Instructions are mostly complete but there are still gaps. If this is your 1st print with this machine you may want to ask one of the 3D printer folks for help (We're usually around on Thursday evenings).'''''--[[User:Nostromo|Nostromo]] ([[User talk:Nostromo|talk]]) 15:44, 11 February 2015 (PST)

===3D File Preparation===
The cube uses proprietary slicer software to convert a ".stl" file to a ".cube" file which is what the cube printer understands.

# Power on the Laptop labelled "THE LAPTOP FOR THE CUBE"
# Open the "Cube Software"
# Import your .stl file
# Settings
::* Raft: Isn't needed as the bed is pretty level
::* Print Mode
::** Hollow: (Quick) The software will print the walls of your model but put only enough infill to keep the model together. Not to be used for structural components.
::** Strong: the software will calculate and print your model to withstnd a moderate amount of stress (arbitrary). The print will have enough infill to fulfill this "strong" requirement
::** Solid: Printer will print your model with 100% infill. Will take the longest amount of time.
# Heal ''(This corrects any missing of difficient triangles in the model so the software can calculate the actual shape of the model)'
# Center
# Build (This will create the the .cube file in the same directory as the .stl file)
# Attach the USB Key and save to the root folder of the thumbdrive

At this point a .cube file has been generated and you're ready to move on to the next step.

===Powering on the Cube===
# Make sure the Cube is located on a level surface and the filament feed tube isn't being bent (By a shelf etc..)
# Make sure the power brick is plugged in all the way
# Press the button just below the screen (Screen should wake up)
# You're almost ready to print

===Before You Start The Print!!===
Make sure you have the following items:
* Elmer's Washable School Glue Stick (Purple Glue Stick)
* Tweezers (Need this to remove the extruder drippings just before the print starts)

====Prep the Print Bed (IMPORTANT)====

# Remove the glass build plate from the cube (Held on with a magnet so it should just pop off)
# Undo the binder clips to remove the mirrored piece of glass (Remember where the binder clips are positioned)
# Wash/dry the mirrored glass in the sink (Be careful as it's fragile and the edges are sharp)
#* if you break the glass don't fret we have replacements. Just make sure to let someone know and record it in the operators log so we know to replace it :-).
# Do a final clean of the mirrored glass using glass cleaner and a paper towel
# Use the glue stick to apply a thin layer of glue to the entire surface of the mirrored glass THOROUGHLY (This is so the plastic will stick but will still be removable when done)
# Reattach the mirrored glass to the build plate with the binder clips
#* Make sure that the clips wont obstruct the movement of the build plate
#* Best place for the clips are on the right side (Front and Back)

===Start the Print===
# Eject the USB Key marked "Cube Firmware" from the Laptop and attach to the cube on the right hand side
# Navigate though the LCD menu and find the file you uploaded
# Select it and your print should start
#* If you see a message about there not being enough filament just ignore it and continue the print (We reload the cartridges so the cartridge capacity indicator is off)
# After about 10? seconds the print head will move to about 1/2" above the build plate
# It will now begin heating up the extruder.
# Use with the tweezers to remove any filament that comes out as it heats up the extruder for about 30? seconds.
# When the head starts moving again remove your hands and tweezers as it's about to start printing
# Now watch the magic begin :-)

===Monitoring the Print===
Now that the cube has started printing it's important to keep an eye on it. If at any time you see an issue please cancel the print by hitting the "Stop" button on the display. Here are some things that are cancel worthy:

* You hear a ticking sound coming from the extruder (Extruder is jammed SEE BELOW)
* The extruder is hitting the binder clips (Clips weren't positioned correctly)
* The extruder is bumping over some plastic that hardened in the wrong place
* The print has obviously failed (Help us save plastic and prevent a mess)
* Anything else that may damage the printer or waste plastic
* When the print finishes please turn off the printer ''(Hold down the button until the cube powers off)''

===Removing the Print from the Build Plate===
You're almost done now it's time for the last step. Removing the print from the build plate.

* Above all be careful when doing the steps below.
** You'll be applying pressure to thin sharp pieces of glass.
** You may want to wear safetly gloves which are located in the safety equipment bin
* Remove the build plate and wash off the glue with warm water from the sink (Takes a while but it does get warm)
* Try to loosen the part from the glass by twising and flexing (Without breaking the part)
* Use a utility knife to GENTLY get under the part and pop it off.

===Please Clean up for Others===
Please do the following procedure so the next person can use the machine
* Wash/dry the build plate/mirrored glass in the sink and put back on the machine
* Put all the tools back in their storage box
* Make sure you shut off the printer by holding down the button for several seconds (''Very Important'')
* If you we're happy with your experience please consider putting a buck or 2 in the tip jar :-)

===Operators Log===
Please provide feedback on our print in the operators log for this printer
[[Cube_Operators_Log]]

==Bed Leveling==
''I level the bed once a week so you really shouldn't need to do this procedure''
* The bed can be leveled through the software.
* There is no need to mechanically level the bed.
* Use a index/business card when going through the leveling procedure.
* You should feel a slight bit of resistance when moving the card in-between the bed and extruder.

==Z Axis Height Adjustment==
This should allow a index/business card to slide freely underneath it without feeling like it's dragging.

==Notes==
===Wifi Doesn't Work===
We had to restore an old firmware to enable us to use our own filament and as a result the Wifi access doesn't work. Your better off just transferring the .cube file to the usb key and printing via the LCD menu.

===Hacks that Make This Thing Work===
Firmware is hacked to ignore filament cartridge life (aka you can refill cartridges)

===Firmware Updates===
Please don't because we'll lose the hack that lets us refill the filament.

Category:Cube

2015-03-17T23:22:38Z

Tarheelbandb: /* Monitoring the Print */ minor

[[Category:3D_Printing]]
[[Category:Equipment]]
[[Category:3D_Printers]]
HacDC's Cube 3D Printer. [[File:Cube.jpg|thumb|upright=4|right]]
==Current Machine Status==
Operational

==General Info==
Model: 3D Systems Cube 2ND Generation

==Printing Procedures==
'''''Instructions are mostly complete but there are still gaps. If this is your 1st print with this machine you may want to ask one of the 3D printer folks for help (We're usually around on Thursday evenings).'''''--[[User:Nostromo|Nostromo]] ([[User talk:Nostromo|talk]]) 15:44, 11 February 2015 (PST)

===3D File Preparation===
The cube uses proprietary slicer software to convert a ".stl" file to a ".cube" file which is what the cube printer understands.

# Power on the Laptop labelled "THE LAPTOP FOR THE CUBE"
# Open the "Cube Software"
# Import your .stl file
# Settings
::* Raft: Isn't needed as the bed is pretty level
::* Print Mode
::** Hollow: (Quick) The software will print the walls of your model but put only enough infill to keep the model together. Not to be used for structural components.
::** Strong: the software will calculate and print your model to withstnd a moderate amount of stress (arbitrary). The print will have enough infill to fulfill this "strong" requirement
::** Solid: Printer will print your model with 100% infill. Will take the longest amount of time.
# Heal ''(This corrects any missing of difficient triangles in the model so the software can calculate the actual shape of the model)'
# Center
# Build (This will create the the .cube file in the same directory as the .stl file)
# Attach the USB Key and save to the root folder of the thumbdrive

At this point a .cube file has been generated and you're ready to move on to the next step.

===Powering on the Cube===
# Make sure the Cube is located on a level surface and the filament feed tube isn't being bent (By a shelf etc..)
# Make sure the power brick is plugged in all the way
# Press the button just below the screen (Screen should wake up)
# You're almost ready to print

===Before You Start The Print!!===
Make sure you have the following items:
* Elmer's Washable School Glue Stick (Purple Glue Stick)
* Tweezers (Need this to remove the extruder drippings just before the print starts)

====Prep the Print Bed (IMPORTANT)====

# Remove the glass build plate from the cube (Held on with a magnet so it should just pop off)
# Undo the binder clips to remove the mirrored piece of glass (Remember where the binder clips are positioned)
# Wash/dry the mirrored glass in the sink (Be careful as it's fragile and the edges are sharp)
#* if you break the glass don't fret we have replacements. Just make sure to let someone know and record it in the operators log so we know to replace it :-).
# Do a final clean of the mirrored glass using glass cleaner and a paper towel
# Use the glue stick to apply a thin layer of glue to the entire surface of the mirrored glass THOROUGHLY (This is so the plastic will stick but will still be removable when done)
# Reattach the mirrored glass to the build plate with the binder clips
#* Make sure that the clips wont obstruct the movement of the build plate
#* Best place for the clips are on the right side (Front and Back)

===Start the Print===
# Eject the USB Key marked "Cube Firmware" from the Laptop and attach to the cube on the right hand side
# Navigate though the LCD menu and find the file you uploaded
# Select it and your print should start
#* If you see a message about there not being enough filament just ignore it and continue the print (We reload the cartridges so the cartridge capacity indicator is off)
# After about 10? seconds the print head will move to about 1/2" above the build plate
# It will now begin heating up the extruder.
# Use with the tweezers to remove any filament that comes out as it heats up the extruder for about 30? seconds.
# When the head starts moving again remove your hands and tweezers as it's about to start printing
# Now watch the magic begin :-)

===Monitoring the Print===
Now that the cube has started printing it's important to keep an eye on it. If at any time you see an issue please cancel the print by hitting the "Stop" button on the display. Here are some things that are cancel worthy:

* You hear a ticking sound coming from the extruder (Extruder is jammed SEE BELOW)
* The extruder is hitting the binder clips (Clips weren't positioned correctly)
* The extruder is bumping over some plastic that hardened in the wrong place
* The print has obviously failed (Help us save plastic and prevent a mess)
* Anything else that may damage the printer or waste plastic
* When the print finishes please turn off the printer ''(Hold down the button until the cube powers off)''

===Removing the Print from the Build Plate===
You're almost done now it's time for the last step. Removing the print from the build plate.

* Above all be careful when doing the steps below.
** You'll be applying pressure to thin sharp pieces of glass.
** You may want to wear safetly gloves which are located in the safety equipment bin
* Remove the build plate and wash off the glue with warm water from the sink (Takes a while but it does get warm)
* Try to loosen the part from the glass by twising and flexing (Without breaking the part)
* Use a utility knife to GENTLY get under the part and pop it off.

===Please Clean up for Others===
Please do the following procedure so the next person can use the machine
* Wash/dry the build plate/mirrored glass in the sink and put back on the machine
* Put all the tools back in their storage box
* Shutdown the laptop and store it next to the printer
* Make sure you shut off the printer by holding down the button for several seconds (''Very Important'')
* If you we're happy with your experience please consider putting a buck or 2 in the tip jar :-)

===Operators Log===
Please provide feedback on our print in the operators log for this printer
[[Cube_Operators_Log]]

==Bed Leveling==
''I level the bed once a week so you really shouldn't need to do this procedure''
* The bed can be leveled through the software.
* There is no need to mechanically level the bed.
* Use a index/business card when going through the leveling procedure.
* You should feel a slight bit of resistance when moving the card in-between the bed and extruder.

==Z Axis Height Adjustment==
This should allow a index/business card to slide freely underneath it without feeling like it's dragging.

==Notes==
===Wifi Doesn't Work===
We had to restore an old firmware to enable us to use our own filament and as a result the Wifi access doesn't work. Your better off just transferring the .cube file to the usb key and printing via the LCD menu.

===Hacks that Make This Thing Work===
Firmware is hacked to ignore filament cartridge life (aka you can refill cartridges)

===Firmware Updates===
Please don't because we'll lose the hack that lets us refill the filament.

Category:Cube

2015-03-17T23:20:45Z

Tarheelbandb: /* 3D File Preparation */ edits

[[Category:3D_Printing]]
[[Category:Equipment]]
[[Category:3D_Printers]]
HacDC's Cube 3D Printer. [[File:Cube.jpg|thumb|upright=4|right]]
==Current Machine Status==
Operational

==General Info==
Model: 3D Systems Cube 2ND Generation

==Printing Procedures==
'''''Instructions are mostly complete but there are still gaps. If this is your 1st print with this machine you may want to ask one of the 3D printer folks for help (We're usually around on Thursday evenings).'''''--[[User:Nostromo|Nostromo]] ([[User talk:Nostromo|talk]]) 15:44, 11 February 2015 (PST)

===3D File Preparation===
The cube uses proprietary slicer software to convert a ".stl" file to a ".cube" file which is what the cube printer understands.

# Power on the Laptop labelled "THE LAPTOP FOR THE CUBE"
# Open the "Cube Software"
# Import your .stl file
# Settings
::* Raft: Isn't needed as the bed is pretty level
::* Print Mode
::** Hollow: (Quick) The software will print the walls of your model but put only enough infill to keep the model together. Not to be used for structural components.
::** Strong: the software will calculate and print your model to withstnd a moderate amount of stress (arbitrary). The print will have enough infill to fulfill this "strong" requirement
::** Solid: Printer will print your model with 100% infill. Will take the longest amount of time.
# Heal ''(This corrects any missing of difficient triangles in the model so the software can calculate the actual shape of the model)'
# Center
# Build (This will create the the .cube file in the same directory as the .stl file)
# Attach the USB Key and save to the root folder of the thumbdrive

At this point a .cube file has been generated and you're ready to move on to the next step.

===Powering on the Cube===
# Make sure the Cube is located on a level surface and the filament feed tube isn't being bent (By a shelf etc..)
# Make sure the power brick is plugged in all the way
# Press the button just below the screen (Screen should wake up)
# You're almost ready to print

===Before You Start The Print!!===
Make sure you have the following items:
* Elmer's Washable School Glue Stick (Purple Glue Stick)
* Tweezers (Need this to remove the extruder drippings just before the print starts)

====Prep the Print Bed (IMPORTANT)====

# Remove the glass build plate from the cube (Held on with a magnet so it should just pop off)
# Undo the binder clips to remove the mirrored piece of glass (Remember where the binder clips are positioned)
# Wash/dry the mirrored glass in the sink (Be careful as it's fragile and the edges are sharp)
#* if you break the glass don't fret we have replacements. Just make sure to let someone know and record it in the operators log so we know to replace it :-).
# Do a final clean of the mirrored glass using glass cleaner and a paper towel
# Use the glue stick to apply a thin layer of glue to the entire surface of the mirrored glass THOROUGHLY (This is so the plastic will stick but will still be removable when done)
# Reattach the mirrored glass to the build plate with the binder clips
#* Make sure that the clips wont obstruct the movement of the build plate
#* Best place for the clips are on the right side (Front and Back)

===Start the Print===
# Eject the USB Key marked "Cube Firmware" from the Laptop and attach to the cube on the right hand side
# Navigate though the LCD menu and find the file you uploaded
# Select it and your print should start
#* If you see a message about there not being enough filament just ignore it and continue the print (We reload the cartridges so the cartridge capacity indicator is off)
# After about 10? seconds the print head will move to about 1/2" above the build plate
# It will now begin heating up the extruder.
# Use with the tweezers to remove any filament that comes out as it heats up the extruder for about 30? seconds.
# When the head starts moving again remove your hands and tweezers as it's about to start printing
# Now watch the magic begin :-)

===Monitoring the Print===
Now that the cube has started the magical process of printing it's important to keep an eye on it. If at any time you see an issue please cancel the print by hitting the "Stop" button on the display. Here are some things that are cancel worthy:

* You hear a ticking sound coming from the extruder (Extruder is jammed SEE BELOW)
* The extruder is hitting the binder clips (Clips weren't positioned correctly)
* The extruder is bumping over some plastic that hardened in the wrong place
* The print has obviously failed (Help us save plastic and prevent a mess)
* Anything else that may damage the printer or waste plastic
* When the print finishes please turn off the printer ''(Hold down the button until the cube powers off)''

===Removing the Print from the Build Plate===
You're almost done now it's time for the last step. Removing the print from the build plate.

* Above all be careful when doing the steps below.
** You'll be applying pressure to thin sharp pieces of glass.
** You may want to wear safetly gloves which are located in the safety equipment bin
* Remove the build plate and wash off the glue with warm water from the sink (Takes a while but it does get warm)
* Try to loosen the part from the glass by twising and flexing (Without breaking the part)
* Use a utility knife to GENTLY get under the part and pop it off.

===Please Clean up for Others===
Please do the following procedure so the next person can use the machine
* Wash/dry the build plate/mirrored glass in the sink and put back on the machine
* Put all the tools back in their storage box
* Shutdown the laptop and store it next to the printer
* Make sure you shut off the printer by holding down the button for several seconds (''Very Important'')
* If you we're happy with your experience please consider putting a buck or 2 in the tip jar :-)

===Operators Log===
Please provide feedback on our print in the operators log for this printer
[[Cube_Operators_Log]]

==Bed Leveling==
''I level the bed once a week so you really shouldn't need to do this procedure''
* The bed can be leveled through the software.
* There is no need to mechanically level the bed.
* Use a index/business card when going through the leveling procedure.
* You should feel a slight bit of resistance when moving the card in-between the bed and extruder.

==Z Axis Height Adjustment==
This should allow a index/business card to slide freely underneath it without feeling like it's dragging.

==Notes==
===Wifi Doesn't Work===
We had to restore an old firmware to enable us to use our own filament and as a result the Wifi access doesn't work. Your better off just transferring the .cube file to the usb key and printing via the LCD menu.

===Hacks that Make This Thing Work===
Firmware is hacked to ignore filament cartridge life (aka you can refill cartridges)

===Firmware Updates===
Please don't because we'll lose the hack that lets us refill the filament.

Category:Cube

2015-03-17T23:13:22Z

Tarheelbandb: /* Current Machine Status */ status

[[Category:3D_Printing]]
[[Category:Equipment]]
[[Category:3D_Printers]]
HacDC's Cube 3D Printer. [[File:Cube.jpg|thumb|upright=4|right]]
==Current Machine Status==
Operational

==General Info==
Model: 3D Systems Cube 2ND Generation

==Printing Procedures==
'''''Instructions are mostly complete but there are still gaps. If this is your 1st print with this machine you may want to ask one of the 3D printer folks for help (We're usually around on Thursday evenings).'''''--[[User:Nostromo|Nostromo]] ([[User talk:Nostromo|talk]]) 15:44, 11 February 2015 (PST)

===3D File Preparation===
The cube uses proprietary slicer software to convert a ".stl" file to a ".cube" file which is what the cube printer understands.

# Power on the Laptop labelled "THE LAPTOP FOR THE CUBE"
# Open the "Cube Software"
# Import your .stl file
# Settings
::* Raft: Isn't needed as the bed is pretty level
::* Print Mode
::** Hollow: for the impatient ''(Think egg shell)''
::** Strong: is a good choice
::** Solid: Lots-O-Plastic and Lots-O-Time but very strong ''(Because of the hazard, print operations can't be left unattended so 4 hr prints mean ... bring a book ;-)''
# Heal ''(This adapts to some specific Cubify thing??)''
# Center
# Build (This will create the the .cube file in the same directory as the .stl file)
# Attach the USB Key labelled "CUBE FIRMWARE" to the laptop and copy the .cube file to it.

At this point a .cube file has been generated and you're ready to move on to the next step.

===Powering on the Cube===
# Make sure the Cube is located on a level surface and the filament feed tube isn't being bent (By a shelf etc..)
# Make sure the power brick is plugged in all the way
# Press the button just below the screen (Screen should wake up)
# You're almost ready to print

===Before You Start The Print!!===
Make sure you have the following items:
* Elmer's Washable School Glue Stick (Purple Glue Stick)
* Tweezers (Need this to remove the extruder drippings just before the print starts)

====Prep the Print Bed (IMPORTANT)====

# Remove the glass build plate from the cube (Held on with a magnet so it should just pop off)
# Undo the binder clips to remove the mirrored piece of glass (Remember where the binder clips are positioned)
# Wash/dry the mirrored glass in the sink (Be careful as it's fragile and the edges are sharp)
#* if you break the glass don't fret we have replacements. Just make sure to let someone know and record it in the operators log so we know to replace it :-).
# Do a final clean of the mirrored glass using glass cleaner and a paper towel
# Use the glue stick to apply a thin layer of glue to the entire surface of the mirrored glass THOROUGHLY (This is so the plastic will stick but will still be removable when done)
# Reattach the mirrored glass to the build plate with the binder clips
#* Make sure that the clips wont obstruct the movement of the build plate
#* Best place for the clips are on the right side (Front and Back)

===Start the Print===
# Eject the USB Key marked "Cube Firmware" from the Laptop and attach to the cube on the right hand side
# Navigate though the LCD menu and find the file you uploaded
# Select it and your print should start
#* If you see a message about there not being enough filament just ignore it and continue the print (We reload the cartridges so the cartridge capacity indicator is off)
# After about 10? seconds the print head will move to about 1/2" above the build plate
# It will now begin heating up the extruder.
# Use with the tweezers to remove any filament that comes out as it heats up the extruder for about 30? seconds.
# When the head starts moving again remove your hands and tweezers as it's about to start printing
# Now watch the magic begin :-)

===Monitoring the Print===
Now that the cube has started the magical process of printing it's important to keep an eye on it. If at any time you see an issue please cancel the print by hitting the "Stop" button on the display. Here are some things that are cancel worthy:

* You hear a ticking sound coming from the extruder (Extruder is jammed SEE BELOW)
* The extruder is hitting the binder clips (Clips weren't positioned correctly)
* The extruder is bumping over some plastic that hardened in the wrong place
* The print has obviously failed (Help us save plastic and prevent a mess)
* Anything else that may damage the printer or waste plastic
* When the print finishes please turn off the printer ''(Hold down the button until the cube powers off)''

===Removing the Print from the Build Plate===
You're almost done now it's time for the last step. Removing the print from the build plate.

* Above all be careful when doing the steps below.
** You'll be applying pressure to thin sharp pieces of glass.
** You may want to wear safetly gloves which are located in the safety equipment bin
* Remove the build plate and wash off the glue with warm water from the sink (Takes a while but it does get warm)
* Try to loosen the part from the glass by twising and flexing (Without breaking the part)
* Use a utility knife to GENTLY get under the part and pop it off.

===Please Clean up for Others===
Please do the following procedure so the next person can use the machine
* Wash/dry the build plate/mirrored glass in the sink and put back on the machine
* Put all the tools back in their storage box
* Shutdown the laptop and store it next to the printer
* Make sure you shut off the printer by holding down the button for several seconds (''Very Important'')
* If you we're happy with your experience please consider putting a buck or 2 in the tip jar :-)

===Operators Log===
Please provide feedback on our print in the operators log for this printer
[[Cube_Operators_Log]]

==Bed Leveling==
''I level the bed once a week so you really shouldn't need to do this procedure''
* The bed can be leveled through the software.
* There is no need to mechanically level the bed.
* Use a index/business card when going through the leveling procedure.
* You should feel a slight bit of resistance when moving the card in-between the bed and extruder.

==Z Axis Height Adjustment==
This should allow a index/business card to slide freely underneath it without feeling like it's dragging.

==Notes==
===Wifi Doesn't Work===
We had to restore an old firmware to enable us to use our own filament and as a result the Wifi access doesn't work. Your better off just transferring the .cube file to the usb key and printing via the LCD menu.

===Hacks that Make This Thing Work===
Firmware is hacked to ignore filament cartridge life (aka you can refill cartridges)

===Firmware Updates===
Please don't because we'll lose the hack that lets us refill the filament.

Regular Member Meeting 2015 03 10

2015-03-10T16:23:50Z

Tarheelbandb: /* Treasurer's Report */ uuurrgh

[[Category:Meeting Minutes]] {{TOCright}}

== Time and Location ==
:March 10, 2015
:Called to order at XXX by XXX
:Members present: XXX
:Members remote: XXX
:Others present: XXX

:[[Quorum]]?
:: Quorum met? XXX

== Approval of Previous Meeting's Minutes ==
[[Regular Member Meeting 2014 12 09]]

== Recognition ==
* Dan Barlow - Taking the initiative to setup CNC Mill dedicated computer disk backup.
* haxwithaxe - Making NAS server storage available.
* Julia Longtin - Thursday event, 3D printing related.
* Kevin Cole - Notifying other HacDC members of the LulzBot giveaway.

== Director Reports ==

=== President's Report ===
* To help keep the space clean, IN ADDITION TO THROWING AWAY YOUR OWN TRASH, please throw away one thing you see that is obviously trash or has no value every time you leave. If the trash is full, tie it up and replace the trash bag. There is a box of trash bags by the sink. If you have random crap laying around that looks like trash but isn't, make sure it is put away or clearly labeled.
* TTG has gotten a lot of good feedback: Looking for a sponsor to help organize a monthly Table Top Gaming day (picking a date, encouraging members to participate, bringing games, herding cats, etc.)

=== Vice President's Report ===
Bunch of things have been done, more are in progress. Please be patient, and tolerate the resources presently being deployed.

* We WON a LulzBot in the recent giveaway!
* WYSE terminals now have two USB flashdrive images. DSL works well for GUI (eg. kiosk) or simple SSH (eg. fileserver) uses. Knoppix offers kernel 2.6, which can be used to chainload full-scale distributions (eg. Debian) for more advanced servers (eg. Apache, Lighttpd, MySQL, Email, IMAP, etc). Relatively cheap, sporting x86 CPUs, and offering audio ports, these can be useful as 'embedded' computers.
* Configuration kiosk (WYSE terminal based) will be provided for the NetPLC based RFID system in progress. NetPLC would have been ready for delivery today, but local IT issues kept me busy yesterday.
* First instance of mirage335OS (precompiled Gentoo/Funtoo image with custom software) installed to a modern ThinkPad. Intended to host our Epson Stylus Pro 4800 2D printer, allowing large-format printouts at low cost (compared to >$20/job Kinkos pricing).
* AutoSSH through Shimmer tested successfully. Will be used to remotely administrate and backup important computers, preventing recurrence of the sort of file-corruption incident which struck our CNC Mill recently.

Also, the Church rent seems to keep going up. We might want to think about whether this is justified, or represents an unduly harsh business model driven by partly our own successes.

=== Treasurer's Report ===
*Please Forgive My absence. I am on I-95N by the time you see this. Probably in South Carolina. Also, please forgive the external links. I have a terrible internet connection and will upload them directly when i return to DC

Notes:
Thanks to everyone tat has converted to Dwolla. ~25% of membership has converted
To the rest of you, Please either convert to Dwola or Re-subscribe your paypal memberships @$60. This is ABSOLUTELY CRITICAL.
Special Thanks to Teaching For Change for a $175 Donation as a result of ITechGeek's helping them with their phone lines
Thanks Again to Dan Barlow for his solitary work on the aluminum milling which netted the final $300 donation from Transcend Robotics
Project KitBuild has been reinstated
$339.88 has been donated by Lee and earmarked for HARC.
i will be initiating a complete transfer of funds from Dwolla to BB&T and a Partial transfund from PayPal to BB&T in March

There is nothing significant to report in the financials so they are presented without comment. if you have any questions about this months financials Please email treasurer@hacdc.org Subject: March Financials and i will keep an eye out and get back to you.

https://drive.google.com/a/hacdc.org/file/d/0B-gL3hld3MyTRS1UYUlUQVBlbEU/view?usp=sharing

==== Project Awesome ====
*

https://drive.google.com/a/hacdc.org/file/d/0B-gL3hld3MyTODFINWtpTlNUa2c/view?usp=sharing

=== Secretary's Report ===
*

=== Director-at-Large Reports ===
*

== [[:Category:Project_Awesome|Project Awesome]] Reports ==
=== Project LASER ===
*

=== Project BYZANTIUM ===
*

=== Project KITBUILD ===
*

=== Project SUPPLIES ===
* Authorized purchase of some 3D printer filament.
* New WSM1 soldering iron tips have arrived. Please use the needle tip specifically for surface-mount work.
* Requested purchase of hobbed bolts for the Rostock Max. Not sure if any have in fact been purchased or made it to the space.

=== Project EXPANSION ===
* Authorized purchase of Wheels for OpticalTableRobot. AFAIK, the vendor has not been able to ship them yet.

=== Project HAMRADIO ===
*

== Member Reports ==
*

== Old Business ==
*

== New Business ==
*

== New Members ==
*

== Adjournment ==
Adjourned at XXX by XXX

Regular Member Meeting 2015 02 10

2015-02-10T20:15:39Z

Tarheelbandb: /* Treasurer's Report */ bork

[[Category:Meeting Minutes]] {{TOCright}}

== Time and Location ==
:February 10, 2015
:Called to order at XXX by XXX
:Members present: XXX
:Members remote: XXX
:Others present: XXX

:[[Quorum]]?
:: Quorum met? XXX

== Approval of Previous Meeting's Minutes ==
[[Regular Member Meeting 2014 12 09]]

== Recognition ==
* Julia Longtin, et al. - Much work on the 3D printer, space cleanup, equipment salvage, and other things.

== Director Reports ==

=== President's Report ===
Shed Media contacted HacDC about a Television show on January 14 2015.
* Spoke to Shed Media about their interest in HacDC for a reality/educational television show on Feb 3 2015.
* Shed Media develops concepts for TV shows and sells them to networks and they want to explore a Mythbusters-type show (6-8 episodes about the same space) on Hacker/Makerspaces. They want to show interesting people making cool things in a way that will be entertaining and educational to viewers.
* They got our name from Mitch? at Noisebridge (San Francisco) and are talking to other spaces. I also gave them the names of Reverse Space, Unallocated Space, and Baltimore Node.
* If this goes all the way, it will require a large and long time investment by those involved and will be a huge disruption on the space for the duration of the project. However, the space and the people involved will make some money.
* The next step is for interested people to talk to Shed Media.

Thusfar, no one has expressed an interest in participating. If I don't see/hear from anyone by the end of the week, I will tell Shed Media that HacDC is not interested.

=== Vice President's Report ===
*

=== Treasurer's Report ===
*These are the financial logs of the HacDC enterprise
+ We have a Net Zero on memberships gain/loss for the month
+ We netted an additional $614.34 due to membership catch-up payments and donations

Will be looking into money saving through advanced payment of the Insurance.
Look out for an email tomorrow morning asking everyone to either switch to Dwolla for their payments to HacDC (Lower fees 25¢-Dwolla vs $1.25-Paypal). If everyone switched to Dwolla that would result in about an extra $50. Sorry it's taken so long to get this out.
[[File:Jan2015.jpg]]

==== Project Awesome ====
*
There was an error in the Financials spreadsheet during the record transfer of Earmarked accounts from 2014 to 2015 that resulted in the cancellation of an order from Amazon being cancelled due to what seemed like insufficient funding. That error has been corrected and is reflected in the current Earmarked account statement.

[[File:Jan2015PA.jpg]]

----

Teaching for Change made a donation to HacDC for $150 after a member, ITechGeek, stopped by and helped them sort out their phone lines.
Julia (Juri) has requested some parts for the giant robot being built on the optical table downstairs. It has been stalled due to our recent funding woes. The current need for the project downstairs are at least 24 V-wheels from open build. They are $3.50 each. If anyone would like to either purchase the whole lot or sponsor a few of those wheels please send an email to the members list.
Also, If anyone has any supplies from Amazon, that need to be ordered please shoot treasurer@hacdc.org an email. There is a Project Supplies order that doesn't meet the minimum purchase for shipping requirement at the moment.

=== Secretary's Report ===
*

=== Director-at-Large Reports ===
*

== [[:Category:Project_Awesome|Project Awesome]] Reports ==
=== Project LASER ===
*

=== Project BYZANTIUM ===
*

=== Project KITBUILD ===
*

=== Project SUPPLIES ===
* Thoroughly needed replacement soldering iron tips have been requested, and ordered at a cost of ~$70.
* Fresh cleaning supplies for the Rostock Max (and 3D printer glass generally) have been requested, but not ordered.

A "clerical error" was reported earlier today.

=== Project EXPANSION ===
Still conservative.

=== Project HAMRADIO ===
*

== Member Reports ==
=== mirage335 ===
==== VP Candidacy ====
Would like to run for the Vice President position. Wrapping up a major project soon, and seems time I committed more time to HacDC's educational and technological missions.

==== 3D Printer ====
Please, do not introduce food or finger grease to the 3D printer glass. Some unknown contaminant recently derailed use of the machine, much worse than any prior oil exposure.

==== Other Things ====
Although delayed a few weeks by another project, the RFID reader system is still underway. Have just constructed a new workbench at home, which should greatly improve my ability to clear off projects like this.

Optical Table Robot construction is apparently going well. Many thanks to other participants on this project.

== Old Business ==
*

== New Business ==
*

== New Members ==
*

== Adjournment ==
Adjourned at XXX by XXX

Regular Member Meeting 2015 02 10

2015-02-10T20:13:59Z

Tarheelbandb: /* Treasurer's Report */ These are the financial logs of the HacDC enterprise

[[Category:Meeting Minutes]] {{TOCright}}

== Time and Location ==
:February 10, 2015
:Called to order at XXX by XXX
:Members present: XXX
:Members remote: XXX
:Others present: XXX

:[[Quorum]]?
:: Quorum met? XXX

== Approval of Previous Meeting's Minutes ==
[[Regular Member Meeting 2014 12 09]]

== Recognition ==
* Julia Longtin, et al. - Much work on the 3D printer, space cleanup, equipment salvage, and other things.

== Director Reports ==

=== President's Report ===
Shed Media contacted HacDC about a Television show on January 14 2015.
* Spoke to Shed Media about their interest in HacDC for a reality/educational television show on Feb 3 2015.
* Shed Media develops concepts for TV shows and sells them to networks and they want to explore a Mythbusters-type show (6-8 episodes about the same space) on Hacker/Makerspaces. They want to show interesting people making cool things in a way that will be entertaining and educational to viewers.
* They got our name from Mitch? at Noisebridge (San Francisco) and are talking to other spaces. I also gave them the names of Reverse Space, Unallocated Space, and Baltimore Node.
* If this goes all the way, it will require a large and long time investment by those involved and will be a huge disruption on the space for the duration of the project. However, the space and the people involved will make some money.
* The next step is for interested people to talk to Shed Media.

Thusfar, no one has expressed an interest in participating. If I don't see/hear from anyone by the end of the week, I will tell Shed Media that HacDC is not interested.

=== Vice President's Report ===
*

=== Treasurer's Report ===
*
+ We have a Net Zero on memberships gain/loss for the month
+ We netted an additional $614.34 due to membership catch-up payments and donations

Will be looking into money saving through advanced payment of the Insurance.
Look out for an email tomorrow morning asking everyone to either switch to Dwolla for their payments to HacDC (Lower fees 25¢-Dwolla vs $1.25-Paypal). If everyone switched to Dwolla that would result in about an extra $50.
Sorry it's taken so long to get this out.
[[File:Jan2015.jpg]]

==== Project Awesome ====
*
There was an error in the Financials spreadsheet during the record transfer of Earmarked accounts from 2014 to 2015 that resulted in the cancellation of an order from Amazon being cancelled due to what seemed like insufficient funding. That error has been corrected and is reflected in the current Earmarked account statement.

[[File:Jan2015PA.jpg]]

----

Teaching for Change made a donation to HacDC for $150 after a member, ITechGeek, stopped by and helped them sort out their phone lines.
Julia (Juri) has requested some parts for the giant robot being built on the optical table downstairs. It has been stalled due to our recent funding woes. The current need for the project downstairs are at least 24 V-wheels from open build. They are $3.50 each. If anyone would like to either purchase the whole lot or sponsor a few of those wheels please send an email to the members list.
Also, If anyone has any supplies from Amazon, that need to be ordered please shoot treasurer@hacdc.org an email. There is a Project Supplies order that doesn't meet the minimum purchase for shipping requirement at the moment.

=== Secretary's Report ===
*

=== Director-at-Large Reports ===
*

== [[:Category:Project_Awesome|Project Awesome]] Reports ==
=== Project LASER ===
*

=== Project BYZANTIUM ===
*

=== Project KITBUILD ===
*

=== Project SUPPLIES ===
* Thoroughly needed replacement soldering iron tips have been requested, and ordered at a cost of ~$70.
* Fresh cleaning supplies for the Rostock Max (and 3D printer glass generally) have been requested, but not ordered.

A "clerical error" was reported earlier today.

=== Project EXPANSION ===
Still conservative.

=== Project HAMRADIO ===
*

== Member Reports ==
=== mirage335 ===
==== VP Candidacy ====
Would like to run for the Vice President position. Wrapping up a major project soon, and seems time I committed more time to HacDC's educational and technological missions.

==== 3D Printer ====
Please, do not introduce food or finger grease to the 3D printer glass. Some unknown contaminant recently derailed use of the machine, much worse than any prior oil exposure.

==== Other Things ====
Although delayed a few weeks by another project, the RFID reader system is still underway. Have just constructed a new workbench at home, which should greatly improve my ability to clear off projects like this.

Optical Table Robot construction is apparently going well. Many thanks to other participants on this project.

== Old Business ==
*

== New Business ==
*

== New Members ==
*

== Adjournment ==
Adjourned at XXX by XXX

File:Jan2015PA.jpg

2015-02-10T19:52:47Z

Tarheelbandb:

File:Jan2015.jpg

2015-02-10T19:47:58Z

Tarheelbandb: