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Arc Welding Introduction

Lukas — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:48:06 GMT

Safety: remainder of Arc Welding Introduction2

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	* light damages eyes, risks include permanent blindness if used without appropriate protection		* light damages eyes, risks include permanent blindness if used without appropriate protection
	* UV radiation burns exposed skin		* UV radiation burns exposed skin
			* radiation can be reflected off surfaces
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	* wear proper [[PPE\|personal protection]] (see above)		* wear proper [[PPE\|personal protection]] (see above)
			** not all fabrics offer enough UV protection for the high doses experienced
	* immediately stop if '''anything''' seems to be wrong with the welding helmet		* immediately stop if '''anything''' seems to be wrong with the welding helmet
			* make sure nobody else is exposed to your arc
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	\| [[File:danger - heat.svg\|50px]] extreme heat		\| [[File:danger - heat.svg\|50px]] extreme heat
	* splattering molten metal		* splattering molten metal
	* sharp & hot slag pieces
	*workpiece heats up a lot		*workpiece heats up a lot
	*electrodes and other equipment also heat up		*electrodes (stick or wire) and other equipment also heat up
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	* make sure there are no gaps in your [[PPE\|personal protection]], e.g. between pants and shoes or jacket and gloves		* make sure there are no gaps in your [[PPE\|personal protection]], e.g. between pants and shoes or jacket and gloves
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	* Sparks can ignite combustible material		* Sparks can ignite combustible material
	* workpiece can reach auto ignition temperature of its coating or residues		* workpiece can reach auto ignition temperature of its coating or residues
	* electrode is hot after welding and might ignite ~~stuff~~		* welding gun/electrode remains hot after welding and might ignite something
			* oil barrels and gas-tanks can contain explosive air fuel mixtures
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			* know where the nearest [[Fire Extinguisher\|fire extinguisher]] is located
	* remove all easily combustible materials from your work area		* remove all easily combustible materials from your work area
	* make sure your workpiece is clean		* make sure your workpiece is clean
	* turn off the transformer and be mindful where you lay down your electrode		* turn off the transformer and be mindful where you lay down your electrode/welding gun
	* ~~know where the nearest [[Fire Extinguisher\|fire extinguisher]] is located~~		* only work on containers that are definitely empty
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	\| toxic fumes (e.g. ozone, flux components, nitrous gases, heavy metal particles)		\| toxic fumes (e.g. ozone, flux components, nitrous gases, heavy metal particles)
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	* stainless steel releases hexavalent chromium (carcinogenic)		* stainless steel releases hexavalent chromium (carcinogenic)
	* other coatings may also release all sorts of unknown compounds when vaporized		* other coatings may also release all sorts of unknown compounds when vaporized
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	* [[grind]] away '''any''' surface coatings (e.g. galvanization, paint) before welding, they could generate harmful fumes or at least obstruct your weld		* [[grind]] away '''any''' surface coatings (e.g. galvanization, paint) before welding, they could generate harmful fumes or at least obstruct your weld
	* take care of good ventilation - Use BOTH exhausts of the [[Welding Area\|welding enclosure]]; but even that might not be enough for long sessions or difficult materials! Also, you should obviously avoid breathing in the fumes.		* take care of good ventilation - Use BOTH exhausts of the [[Welding Area\|welding enclosure]]; but even that might not be enough for long sessions or difficult materials! Also, you should obviously avoid breathing in the fumes.
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	*stop immediately if you are experiencing nausea and report the incident to a supervisor		*stop immediately if you are experiencing nausea and report the incident to a supervisor
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	\| [[File:danger - high voltage.svg\|50px]] exposed electricity (up to 60 V DC, ~~100~~+ A)		\|non-toxic gases can cause suffocation
			* can accumulate in enclosed areas as most are denser than air
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			* shut the gas bottle's main valve after you are done
			* do not weld in a pit as fumes might accumulate
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			\|MIG/MAG: high pressure gas tank
			* can explode
			* can fall over, causing the valve to break
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			* handle with care
			* do not subject to heat
			* always secure the tank so it can not fall over (e.g. chain to the [[Welding Area]]'s stone wall)
			\|-
			\| [[File:danger - high voltage.svg\|50px]] exposed electricity (up to 60 V DC, 150+ A)
	* still below ''zulässige Berührungsspannung'' - minor risk of shock		* still below ''zulässige Berührungsspannung'' - minor risk of shock
	* ~~equipment may overheat~~		* some transformers employ a high voltage pilot arc that can jump air gaps and travel through gloves
	\|\| reduce the chances of electric accidents:<sup> [https://www.bghm.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Arbeitsschuetzer/Gesetze_Vorschriften/Informationen/209_010.pdf]</sup>		\|\| reduce the chances of electric accidents:<sup> [https://www.bghm.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Arbeitsschuetzer/Gesetze_Vorschriften/Informationen/209_010.pdf]</sup>
	* make sure you are isolated (proper dry gloves, shoes and/or floor mat) from the workpiece, especially do not touch the electrode and the workpiece simultaneously		* make sure you are isolated (proper dry gloves, shoes and/or floor mat) from the workpiece, especially do not touch the electrode and the workpiece simultaneously
	* unplug the welding transformer when not in use		* unplug the welding transformer when not in use
	* do not use two welding transformers on the same workpiece		* do not use two welding transformers on the same workpiece
	* remove the welding electrode before putting the holder down (NEVER on your workpiece or anything connected to the transformer!)		* in case of electric shock, always make sure to visit a doctor!
			* SMAW: remove the welding electrode before putting the holder down (NEVER on your workpiece or anything connected to the transformer!)
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			\|equipment may overheat
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	* if you use a cable drum, make sure to unwind it completely - a wound cable drum will induce current and heat up the cables, which may lead to a molten cable coat with high risk of a exposed mains wire		* if you use a cable drum, make sure to unwind it completely - a wound cable drum will induce current and heat up the cables, which may lead to a molten cable coat with high risk of a exposed mains wire
	* in ~~case of electric shock~~, ~~always make sure to visit~~ a ~~doctor!~~		* if an electrode gets stuck on the workpiece and you can not remove it quickly, turn off/disconnect the transformer and then remove the electrode and figure out better settings or switch to a new electrode
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			\|accidental/negligent arc

			* UV light and sparks can be a dangerous surprise when not expected
			* the trigger/pedal can be pressed by accident
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			* wear protection
			* prevent accidental arcs
			** store gun/electrode on a heat resistent & electrically isolated spot
			** unplug the welding machine when not in use
			\|-
			\|sharp & hot slag pieces

			* after welding, removing slag can be dangerous (pieces fly around when hit with a [[Slag Hammer\|slag hammer]])
			\|keep wearing a welding mask or safety goggles when manipulating the workpiece between welding sessions
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~in some cases the electrode may get stuck on the workpiece upon striking an ark - if you~~ can~~'t remove it from the workpiece quickly, turn off/disconnect~~ the transformer ~~and '''then''' remove the electrode~~ \|~~\| use~~ the ~~correct setting on~~ the ~~transformer or switch to a new electrode~~		\|metal dust can short the transformer
			\|make sure the transformer does not suck up metal dust from grinding, especially the ones with active cooling
	\|}		\|}

Arc Welding

Lukas — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:46:45 GMT

Redirected page to Category:Welding

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Slag Hammer

Lukas — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:46:08 GMT

de-AI-fication ;-)

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+{{ToolInfoBox
-A slag hammer (also known as a welder's hammer) is an indispensable specialized tool for removing slag residues and welding debris following shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) or flux-cored arc welding. The slag crust formed during welding protects the weld bead from atmospheric reactions, but it must subsequently be completely chipped away.
+A slag hammer (also known as a welder's hammer) is an indispensable specialized tool for removing slag residues and welding debris following shielded metal arc welding ([[SMAW]]) or flux-cored  [[Arc Welding|arc welding]]. The slag crust formed during welding protects the hot weld bead from atmospheric reactions, but it must subsequently be removed to inspect the weld for defects such as porosity or lack of fusion and to allow multi-pass welding without slag inclusions.
-'''Dual Striking Faces:''' The hammerhead typically features a pointed chisel face for corners or fine points, and a flat, elongated chisel face for flat surfaces.
+[[Category:Welding]]

Waiting Lists

Adaubner — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:11:04 GMT

Added name to laser introduction waiting list

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	*[[User:JSqueezy\|Jess]]		*[[User:JSqueezy\|Jess]]
	*Claus123		*Claus123
			*[[User:Adaubner\|Adaubner]]

	== [[Large Format Printer Introduction]] ==		== [[Large Format Printer Introduction]] ==

User:FMO

FMO — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:13:27 GMT

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	Hi, ~~I am Frank, architect and organ builder from Stuttgart where I run a design studio for visual communication.~~		Holz ist mein Ding, Werkzeug mein Fetisch.

	~~My upcoming project is the transformation of a VW T6 Transporter from a white delivery van to a self-sufficient home and office base~~.

Necchi Typ 559

Lukas — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 06:17:14 GMT

Modifications/Repairs: details

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	=== Modifications/Repairs ===		=== Modifications/Repairs ===
	A pin in the pedal broke and was [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/462 replaced with a 3D printed part] in August 2026.<!-- should be smaller & fit on machine-->		* a pin in the pedal broke and was [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/462 replaced with a 3D printed part] in August 2026.<!-- should be smaller & fit on machine-->
			* light bulb replaced with LED (about 1 cm longer, but just fits) in October 2026: Osram LED Special T26 25 - E14, 250 lm, 6500 K cool daylight

Silvercrest Overlock SON 90 A1

Enkum — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:56 GMT

Qr Code is printed

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	\|Documentation=		\|Documentation=
	\|DocumentationComment=		\|DocumentationComment=
	\|QR=		\|QR=Done
	\|QRComment=		\|QRComment=
	\|Introduction=		\|Introduction=

Siglent SDS814X HD

Enkum — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:08:57 GMT

QR Code is printed

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	* [https://youtu.be/XYTfKCJgeOQ Video review of the Siglent SDS814X HD on youtube].		* [https://youtu.be/XYTfKCJgeOQ Video review of the Siglent SDS814X HD on youtube].
	~~[[C:MissingQR]]~~

EPSON Stylus Pro 7800

Enkum — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:03:39 GMT

QR Code is printed

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	Because of the pigmented inks the printer can not be used with certain media such as PVC.		Because of the pigmented inks the printer can not be used with certain media such as PVC.

	{{Commissioning\|IssueNumber=336\|Naming=Done\|Manual=Done\|Picture=Done\|Documentation=Done\|Introduction=Done\|OwnerValue=Done\|Test=done\|Security=done}}		{{Commissioning\|IssueNumber=336\|Naming=Done\|Manual=Done\|Picture=Done\|Documentation=Done\|Introduction=Done\|OwnerValue=Done\|Test=done\|Security=done\|QR=Done}}

	This printer is a professional machine, and has a lot more features (and things that can go wrong) than a consumer-type inkjet printer. This includes '''potential printer damage''' (especially when removing or changing paper stock or inks). Here are a few examples:		This printer is a professional machine, and has a lot more features (and things that can go wrong) than a consumer-type inkjet printer. This includes '''potential printer damage''' (especially when removing or changing paper stock or inks). Here are a few examples:

Necchi Typ 559

Enkum — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:59:18 GMT

QR Code is printed

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	=== Modifications/Repairs ===		=== Modifications/Repairs ===
	A pin in the pedal broke and was [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/462 replaced with a 3D printed part] in August 2026.		A pin in the pedal broke and was [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/462 replaced with a 3D printed part] in August 2026.<!-- should be smaller & fit on machine-->

	~~[[C:MissingQR]]~~<!-- should be smaller & fit on machine-->

Brother LX17

Enkum — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:58:28 GMT

QR Code is printed

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	=== Videos ===		=== Videos ===
	[https://youtu.be/PKCQVSYrW34 Brother LX17 tutorial] in English explains the basic functionality.<br clear="all" />		[https://youtu.be/PKCQVSYrW34 Brother LX17 tutorial] in English explains the basic functionality.<br clear="all" />
	~~[[C:MissingQR]]~~

Emil

Emil — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:56:28 GMT

created redirect for user page

New page

#REDIRECT [[User:Emil]]

User:Emil

Emil — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:56:28 GMT

create user page

New page

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Hello! This page was automatically created on my first login.

If you wish to contact me, please navigate to [[Special:EmailUser/{{PAGENAME}}]].

''@{{PAGENAME}}: feel free to delete this standard text when you want to properly introduce yourself ;-)<br>We are looking forward to seeing what you're making!''

User:Bosse

Lukas — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 11:15:24 GMT

User account Bosse was created by Lukas and password was sent by email new member!

LaserCut 5.3

NitramLegov — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:11 GMT

Copy your file to the Laser PC: typo

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	==Preparing a Job==		==Preparing a Job==
	===Copy your file to the Laser PC===		===Copy your file to the Laser PC===
	You can either use a USB stick to copy your files to the Laser PC. The other option is to upload the files online. The online upload works not only in the CoSpace but as well from any device on the Internet. To upload your file use [[File_Drop]].		You can either use a USB stick to copy your files to the Laser PC. The other option is to upload the files online. The online upload works not only in the CoSpace but as well from any device on the Internet. To upload your file use the [[File_Drop\|file drop]].

	The file are later located in the folder "Laser Fileshare" which can be found in the Windows "Quick Access" folder.		The file are later located in the folder "Laser Fileshare" which can be found in the Windows "Quick Access" folder.

Asset:COMS00066

CoMS Sync Bot — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:04:52 GMT

Automatic Asset Data Sync

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