Noisebridge - User contributions [en]

Laser Manual/Materials

2023-10-18T22:49:45Z

Boredzo: Also noted that dust collection is of particular (no pun intended) importance when using the other tools on MDF.

Only approved materials should be cut with the Noisebridge laser cutter!

== BANNED MATERIALS (NEVER USE THESE) ==

These materials '''must not be used in the laser cutter'''.

'''NOTE NEW ADDITION (2023-10):''' MDF is now banned.

{|border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"
|-
! colspan="10" bgcolor="#ccc" | Bad materials
|-
! Material
! Notes
|-
| PVC || Contains chlorine. Will produce hydrogen chloride gas when used which is extremely toxic and also damages the laser optics.
|-
| Vinyl || Most contains chlorine. Will produce hydrogen chloride gas when used which is extremely toxic and also damages the laser optics.
|-
| PVC Foams || Most contains chlorine. Will produce hydrogen chloride gas when used which is extremely toxic and also damages the laser optics.
|-
| Foam Core || Usually made with PVC which is harmful as listed above.
|-
| Styrofoam || Can cause flash fires
|-
| Polycarbonate || Does not cut. TAP plastics sells both this and acrylic. '''Be sure to read your labels when purchasing material'''. Lexan is the trade name for Polycarbonate, while Plexiglass is the trade name for acrylic.
|-
| ABS or PETG || Gives off hydrogen cyanide which can kill you and also may damage the laser optics.
|-
| Fiberglass || Contains complex epoxies which will cause fires, chlorine, and cyanide. Also contains glass which will not cut.
|-
| Metals || Cannot be etched by this type of laser. Also is harmful as the reflective surface may cause the laser to be reflected back up to the head, damaging it. If someone claims to be etching metal using this type of laser then they are etching a metal with a plastic coating, anodized surface, or some other etchable surface on top.
|-
| MDF/fiberboard || Made of sawdust bound with glue, so it clogs filters so much that it's not excellent to other laser users. Use solid wood (or plywood, which uses much less glue) instead, or cut with the CNC or woodshop tools. Remember to follow proper dust-collection procedures when using those tools on MDF!

|}

== Known good materials ==

These materials are known to be ok for use with the laser cutter. The speed and power of the laser cutter will need to be set appropriately for the material and thickness in use. Below is a table showing the suggested settings when cutting or etching them.

'''Since upgrading the laser cutter to 150W, we have not tested and updated most settings. Please start at HALF the power as before and test carefully, increasing the power until you get a clean cut, and don't use power greater than 55% to prolong the life of our tube. (you probably won't be able to cut wood or MDF thicker than 1/4 inch or 6mm)'''

[[Old 100W Laser Cutter Settings for Known Good Materials]]

{| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"
|-
! colspan="10" bgcolor="#cccccc" | Good Materials
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width: 200px;" | Material
! colspan="2" | Engraving
! colspan="3" | Cutting
! colspan="2" | Scoring
! rowspan="1" style="width: 500px; | Notes
|-
! Speed (mm/s) !! Power !! Speed (mm/s) !! Power !! Kerf Width !! Speed !! Power ||
|-
|-

|-
| Acrylic (2.3mm or 3/32 inch) || 400 || 5 || 50 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Acrylic (3mm or 1/8 inch) || 400 || 5 || 30 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Acrylic (4.8mm or 3/16 inch) || 400 || 5 || 20 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Acrylic (6mm or 1/4 inch) || 400 || 5 || 15 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Cardboard (3-4mm, single corrugated) || || || 200 || 55 || || 400|| 10 ||

|-
| Cardboard (6mm, two layers corrugated) || || || 50 || 55 || || 400|| 15 ||

|-
| Cardstock (white, 100lb) || || || 200 || 20 || || 400|| 5 || The higher speed reduces the amount of browning on the edges.

|-
| Fabric - Heat N Bond woven fusible || || || 100 || 12 || || || ||

|-
| Fabric - KONA cotton from Fabric Outlet || || || 100 || 7 || || || || You do have to pull the cut fabric apart (it's not a clean cut), but it rips at the cut cleanly.

|-
| Fabric - Silky fabric from Fabric Outlet || || || 100 || 7 || || || || lovely clean cut

|-
| Plywood, Birch (3mm or 1/8 inch) || 400 || 5-10 depending on darkness || 50 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Plywood, Birch (6mm or 1/4 inch) || 400 || 5-10 depending on darkness || 30 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Rubber, natural (McMaster Carr #8525T53) || || || 20 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Silicone (McMaster Carr #1460N24) || || || 10 || 55 || || || || Doesn't cut through all the way -- only enough to rip the pieces out by hand.

|-
| Sorbothane Rubber (1/8 inch) || || || 13 || 50 || || || || Creates an inky black liquid. Washes away easily with water.

|-
| Sorbothane Rubber (1/4 inch adhesive backed) || || || 6 || 50 || || || || Adhesive side up

|}

The [[Laser Gallery]] contains some past projects and cutting tests.

== Sourcing Material ==

In general, Amazon and eBay are pretty good resources.

For plastics: [http://www.google.com/maps/place/TAP+Plastics/@37.7711648,-122.4207603,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x808f7e27351bb079:0x7e3610d7dc178b10!8m2!3d37.7711648!4d-122.4185663 Tap Plastics] is nearby Noisebridge, but is expensive. The Tap Plastics offcut bin is a great resource and a great deal. [http://eplastics.com eplastics] online is another option, and [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mr.+Plastics/@37.7091519,-122.1546962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x808f8fe7938349a3:0xafcb2526326faccd!8m2!3d37.7091519!4d-122.1525022 Mr. Plastics] is cheapest but is in San Leandro.

For woods: [http://www.google.com/maps/place/Discount+Builders+Supply/@37.7704879,-122.4191311,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x3c0d6c6e25a89652?sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjV87WU-JzOAhUI6WMKHSPABOUQ_BIIeTAK Discount Builder Supply] is nearby.

Laser Manual/Materials

2023-10-18T22:48:48Z

Boredzo: Per the discussion on #laser, it's the glue that's the main problem, so editing this to reflect that.

Only approved materials should be cut with the Noisebridge laser cutter!

== BANNED MATERIALS (NEVER USE THESE) ==

These materials '''must not be used in the laser cutter'''.

'''NOTE NEW ADDITION (2023-10):''' MDF is now banned.

{|border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"
|-
! colspan="10" bgcolor="#ccc" | Bad materials
|-
! Material
! Notes
|-
| PVC || Contains chlorine. Will produce hydrogen chloride gas when used which is extremely toxic and also damages the laser optics.
|-
| Vinyl || Most contains chlorine. Will produce hydrogen chloride gas when used which is extremely toxic and also damages the laser optics.
|-
| PVC Foams || Most contains chlorine. Will produce hydrogen chloride gas when used which is extremely toxic and also damages the laser optics.
|-
| Foam Core || Usually made with PVC which is harmful as listed above.
|-
| Styrofoam || Can cause flash fires
|-
| Polycarbonate || Does not cut. TAP plastics sells both this and acrylic. '''Be sure to read your labels when purchasing material'''. Lexan is the trade name for Polycarbonate, while Plexiglass is the trade name for acrylic.
|-
| ABS or PETG || Gives off hydrogen cyanide which can kill you and also may damage the laser optics.
|-
| Fiberglass || Contains complex epoxies which will cause fires, chlorine, and cyanide. Also contains glass which will not cut.
|-
| Metals || Cannot be etched by this type of laser. Also is harmful as the reflective surface may cause the laser to be reflected back up to the head, damaging it. If someone claims to be etching metal using this type of laser then they are etching a metal with a plastic coating, anodized surface, or some other etchable surface on top.
|-
| MDF/fiberboard || Made of sawdust bound with glue, so it clogs filters so much that it's not excellent to other laser users. Use solid wood (or plywood, which uses much less glue) instead, or cut with the CNC or woodshop tools.

|}

== Known good materials ==

These materials are known to be ok for use with the laser cutter. The speed and power of the laser cutter will need to be set appropriately for the material and thickness in use. Below is a table showing the suggested settings when cutting or etching them.

'''Since upgrading the laser cutter to 150W, we have not tested and updated most settings. Please start at HALF the power as before and test carefully, increasing the power until you get a clean cut, and don't use power greater than 55% to prolong the life of our tube. (you probably won't be able to cut wood or MDF thicker than 1/4 inch or 6mm)'''

[[Old 100W Laser Cutter Settings for Known Good Materials]]

{| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"
|-
! colspan="10" bgcolor="#cccccc" | Good Materials
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width: 200px;" | Material
! colspan="2" | Engraving
! colspan="3" | Cutting
! colspan="2" | Scoring
! rowspan="1" style="width: 500px; | Notes
|-
! Speed (mm/s) !! Power !! Speed (mm/s) !! Power !! Kerf Width !! Speed !! Power ||
|-
|-

|-
| Acrylic (2.3mm or 3/32 inch) || 400 || 5 || 50 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Acrylic (3mm or 1/8 inch) || 400 || 5 || 30 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Acrylic (4.8mm or 3/16 inch) || 400 || 5 || 20 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Acrylic (6mm or 1/4 inch) || 400 || 5 || 15 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Cardboard (3-4mm, single corrugated) || || || 200 || 55 || || 400|| 10 ||

|-
| Cardboard (6mm, two layers corrugated) || || || 50 || 55 || || 400|| 15 ||

|-
| Cardstock (white, 100lb) || || || 200 || 20 || || 400|| 5 || The higher speed reduces the amount of browning on the edges.

|-
| Fabric - Heat N Bond woven fusible || || || 100 || 12 || || || ||

|-
| Fabric - KONA cotton from Fabric Outlet || || || 100 || 7 || || || || You do have to pull the cut fabric apart (it's not a clean cut), but it rips at the cut cleanly.

|-
| Fabric - Silky fabric from Fabric Outlet || || || 100 || 7 || || || || lovely clean cut

|-
| Plywood, Birch (3mm or 1/8 inch) || 400 || 5-10 depending on darkness || 50 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Plywood, Birch (6mm or 1/4 inch) || 400 || 5-10 depending on darkness || 30 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Rubber, natural (McMaster Carr #8525T53) || || || 20 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Silicone (McMaster Carr #1460N24) || || || 10 || 55 || || || || Doesn't cut through all the way -- only enough to rip the pieces out by hand.

|-
| Sorbothane Rubber (1/8 inch) || || || 13 || 50 || || || || Creates an inky black liquid. Washes away easily with water.

|-
| Sorbothane Rubber (1/4 inch adhesive backed) || || || 6 || 50 || || || || Adhesive side up

|}

The [[Laser Gallery]] contains some past projects and cutting tests.

== Sourcing Material ==

In general, Amazon and eBay are pretty good resources.

For plastics: [http://www.google.com/maps/place/TAP+Plastics/@37.7711648,-122.4207603,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x808f7e27351bb079:0x7e3610d7dc178b10!8m2!3d37.7711648!4d-122.4185663 Tap Plastics] is nearby Noisebridge, but is expensive. The Tap Plastics offcut bin is a great resource and a great deal. [http://eplastics.com eplastics] online is another option, and [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mr.+Plastics/@37.7091519,-122.1546962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x808f8fe7938349a3:0xafcb2526326faccd!8m2!3d37.7091519!4d-122.1525022 Mr. Plastics] is cheapest but is in San Leandro.

For woods: [http://www.google.com/maps/place/Discount+Builders+Supply/@37.7704879,-122.4191311,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x3c0d6c6e25a89652?sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjV87WU-JzOAhUI6WMKHSPABOUQ_BIIeTAK Discount Builder Supply] is nearby.

2D Paper Printer

2023-10-18T22:03:55Z

Boredzo: /* Canon MF642C */ Added instructions on clearing a paper jam.

{{printers}}
{{blackbox}}
You are standing at the '''2D printer station''' at Noisebridge.

You see a large format inkjet printer, an inkjet all-in-one and a laser printer.

'''EXITS:''' [[Hackitorium]], [[Front]], [[Print Shop]], [[3D printers]]
{{cursorboxend}}

This page is about 2D paper printers. Are you looking for [[3D Printers]] or the [[Vinyl cutter]]?

We have a discussion channel on [[Slack]] named #printerbridge.

==Physical Location==

Printers and printing materials can be found in the printing room on the ground floor, near the door.

==Donating used or broken printers==
Printers are a maintenance liability. Please donate used or broken printers to [https://www.ewastesf.com eWaste SF] at [https://goo.gl/maps/vj7Digd3Ared9WQW9 2915 16th St.] or [https://www.recology.com/recology-san-francisco/sf-transfer-station/ Recology] at [https://goo.gl/maps/rGqik9raeucMTCw56 501 Tunnel Ave.] instead.

== Canon MF642C ==
'''Working as of 2023-10-17'''
Accessible through the Noisebridge Cap Wifi. Prints letter size. If it's not working, try installing and reinstalling the printer (Systems Preferences > Printers and Scanners on MacOS).

If it encounters a paper jam, you may be able to clear it by removing the paper cassette and then the sheet-feed tray immediately above it. The jammed sheet should then be accessible for removal. Put the sheet-feed tray and paper cassette back in, and then try to resume or retry your job.

== Brother HL-L-8360CDW color laser ==
'''Working as of 2023-06'''

More info on [[Brother-HL-L8360CDW|its own wiki page]].

----
Below information to be revised.

== Print Server ==

The 2009 iMac at the front desk is set up as a print server using Mac OS's [https://www.dummies.com/computers/macs/how-to-share-a-network-printer-in-mac-os-x-snow-leopard/ built-in Print Server] (AirPrint: [https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/6060-how-to-print-smartphone-tablet.html How to Wirelessly Print From Your Smartphone or Tablet]). Right now it's just AirPrint. Google Print or whatever should also be installed. Perhaps you, good Sir, Madam, or Xir, could install, configure, and document that fact here!

The Printers listed below should show as available on the Noisebridge Network.

If not, try installing [https://learn.adafruit.com/bonjour-zeroconf-networking-for-windows-and-linux Bonjour/ZeroConf] on Windows/Linux, or simply print your file from the iMac by downloading from a Cloud service or transferring using File Sharing locally (SMB or AFS), or check the iMac & make sure the printers are on.

== Black and white printers ==

=== Brother HL-5470DW ===
Small laser printer. It eats toner and trees. It prints double sided. If you print text of greater than 1 page, *use the double sided option*. The you need half the number of pages! If you use it please consider throwing some money into the donate bin.

* [http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/us/en/model_top/monolaserpri/hl2070n_all.html?reg=us&c=us&lang=en&prod=hl2070n_all Drivers: Brother HL-5470DW]
* [https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=10404 Remanufactured Toner @ Monoprice] ~$20, "Brother TN720/TN750"
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GiTZcIgUhNU How to Replace Toner]
* [https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=10708 drum unit, DR720 @ Monoprice ] Drum units last years even with copious printing—replacing this part should be a last resort.

'''Paper''': Please get some paper and place in the printer supplies cabinet under the printers.

====Linux====
[http://support.brother.com/g/s/id/linux/en/index.html?c=us_ot&lang=en&comple=on&redirect=on Linux Drivers]
Get both the lpr and cupswrapper, and the printer should show up with it's model. If you're running a Ubuntu, for drivers try sudo apt-get install brother-cups-wrapper-laser brother-lpr-drivers-laser, but likely you will need the specific drivers from the link above as the 5470DW isn't included as of this note.

[https://www.openprinting.org/printer/Brother/Brother-HL-5470DW Perfect support on Linux] In Gnome Printer settings, type in the printer's IP address (10.20.0.145 as of this revision) and select JetDirect Printer and select the "Brother HL 5370DW/Postscript" driver.

== Desktop inkjet printers ==

=== Epson WF-7620 ===

'''Status: Working''' as of 2019-05-02.

This all-in-one color inkjet printer consumes Epson 252 or 252XL cartridges.

Manual: https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd3/cpd39381.pdf

=== Epson WF-2630 ===

'''Status: Not working''' as of 2019-08-12.

Consumes Epson 220 or 220XL cartridges.
Firmware recently updated. Reporting low color ink, but not printing anything on test pages.

Manual: https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd4/cpd40876.pdf

== Large-format roll printers ==
These printers consume paper off of a roll of a certain width.

Supplies for these printers are expensive; we ask that you donate $1 per square foot when using these printers. [https://www.calculator.net/square-footage-calculator.html Here are couple] of [https://www.squarefootagearea.com/calculator/square-footage-calculator online calculators] that can tell you the price of your print.

=== [[Epson Stylus Pro 4880]] ===
Page: [[Epson Stylus Pro 4880]]
Status: Not working Aug 12, 2019. It's reporting "No MNT Tank" and "Error 0002000B". May need a Firmware update (doesn't show in Mac utility). May just need Cartridge #5 replaced or refilled: Light Black.

This color inkjet printer uses an 18-inch roll of paper (i.e., prints will be 18 inches by whatever the perpendicular dimension of your print is).

=== [[Epson SureColor T5270D]] ===
Page: [[Epson SureColor T5270D]]

This color inkjet printer uses a 36-inch roll of paper (i.e., prints will be 36 inches by whatever the perpendicular dimension of your print is).

Laser Manual/Materials

2023-10-18T20:18:27Z

Boredzo: Moved MDF to the banned materials list per discussion in Slack #laser.

Only approved materials should be cut with the Noisebridge laser cutter!

== BANNED MATERIALS (NEVER USE THESE) ==

These materials '''must not be used in the laser cutter'''.

'''NOTE NEW ADDITION (2023-10):''' MDF is now banned.

{|border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"
|-
! colspan="10" bgcolor="#ccc" | Bad materials
|-
! Material
! Notes
|-
| PVC || Contains chlorine. Will produce hydrogen chloride gas when used which is extremely toxic and also damages the laser optics.
|-
| Vinyl || Most contains chlorine. Will produce hydrogen chloride gas when used which is extremely toxic and also damages the laser optics.
|-
| PVC Foams || Most contains chlorine. Will produce hydrogen chloride gas when used which is extremely toxic and also damages the laser optics.
|-
| Foam Core || Usually made with PVC which is harmful as listed above.
|-
| Styrofoam || Can cause flash fires
|-
| Polycarbonate || Does not cut. TAP plastics sells both this and acrylic. '''Be sure to read your labels when purchasing material'''. Lexan is the trade name for Polycarbonate, while Plexiglass is the trade name for acrylic.
|-
| ABS or PETG || Gives off hydrogen cyanide which can kill you and also may damage the laser optics.
|-
| Fiberglass || Contains complex epoxies which will cause fires, chlorine, and cyanide. Also contains glass which will not cut.
|-
| Metals || Cannot be etched by this type of laser. Also is harmful as the reflective surface may cause the laser to be reflected back up to the head, damaging it. If someone claims to be etching metal using this type of laser then they are etching a metal with a plastic coating, anodized surface, or some other etchable surface on top.
|-
| MDF/fiberboard || Made of sawdust, so it clogs filters so much that it's not excellent to other laser users. Use solid wood instead, or cut with the CNC or woodshop tools.

|}

== Known good materials ==

These materials are known to be ok for use with the laser cutter. The speed and power of the laser cutter will need to be set appropriately for the material and thickness in use. Below is a table showing the suggested settings when cutting or etching them.

'''Since upgrading the laser cutter to 150W, we have not tested and updated most settings. Please start at HALF the power as before and test carefully, increasing the power until you get a clean cut, and don't use power greater than 55% to prolong the life of our tube. (you probably won't be able to cut wood or MDF thicker than 1/4 inch or 6mm)'''

[[Old 100W Laser Cutter Settings for Known Good Materials]]

{| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"
|-
! colspan="10" bgcolor="#cccccc" | Good Materials
|-
! rowspan="2" style="width: 200px;" | Material
! colspan="2" | Engraving
! colspan="3" | Cutting
! colspan="2" | Scoring
! rowspan="1" style="width: 500px; | Notes
|-
! Speed (mm/s) !! Power !! Speed (mm/s) !! Power !! Kerf Width !! Speed !! Power ||
|-
|-

|-
| Acrylic (2.3mm or 3/32 inch) || 400 || 5 || 50 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Acrylic (3mm or 1/8 inch) || 400 || 5 || 30 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Acrylic (4.8mm or 3/16 inch) || 400 || 5 || 20 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Acrylic (6mm or 1/4 inch) || 400 || 5 || 15 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Cardboard (3-4mm, single corrugated) || || || 200 || 55 || || 400|| 10 ||

|-
| Cardboard (6mm, two layers corrugated) || || || 50 || 55 || || 400|| 15 ||

|-
| Cardstock (white, 100lb) || || || 200 || 20 || || 400|| 5 || The higher speed reduces the amount of browning on the edges.

|-
| Fabric - Heat N Bond woven fusible || || || 100 || 12 || || || ||

|-
| Fabric - KONA cotton from Fabric Outlet || || || 100 || 7 || || || || You do have to pull the cut fabric apart (it's not a clean cut), but it rips at the cut cleanly.

|-
| Fabric - Silky fabric from Fabric Outlet || || || 100 || 7 || || || || lovely clean cut

|-
| Plywood, Birch (3mm or 1/8 inch) || 400 || 5-10 depending on darkness || 50 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Plywood, Birch (6mm or 1/4 inch) || 400 || 5-10 depending on darkness || 30 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Rubber, natural (McMaster Carr #8525T53) || || || 20 || 55 || || || ||

|-
| Silicone (McMaster Carr #1460N24) || || || 10 || 55 || || || || Doesn't cut through all the way -- only enough to rip the pieces out by hand.

|-
| Sorbothane Rubber (1/8 inch) || || || 13 || 50 || || || || Creates an inky black liquid. Washes away easily with water.

|-
| Sorbothane Rubber (1/4 inch adhesive backed) || || || 6 || 50 || || || || Adhesive side up

|}

The [[Laser Gallery]] contains some past projects and cutting tests.

== Sourcing Material ==

In general, Amazon and eBay are pretty good resources.

For plastics: [http://www.google.com/maps/place/TAP+Plastics/@37.7711648,-122.4207603,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x808f7e27351bb079:0x7e3610d7dc178b10!8m2!3d37.7711648!4d-122.4185663 Tap Plastics] is nearby Noisebridge, but is expensive. The Tap Plastics offcut bin is a great resource and a great deal. [http://eplastics.com eplastics] online is another option, and [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mr.+Plastics/@37.7091519,-122.1546962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x808f8fe7938349a3:0xafcb2526326faccd!8m2!3d37.7091519!4d-122.1525022 Mr. Plastics] is cheapest but is in San Leandro.

For woods: [http://www.google.com/maps/place/Discount+Builders+Supply/@37.7704879,-122.4191311,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x3c0d6c6e25a89652?sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjV87WU-JzOAhUI6WMKHSPABOUQ_BIIeTAK Discount Builder Supply] is nearby.

Meeting Notes 2023 10 17

2023-10-18T03:50:27Z

Boredzo: Placeholder

Meeting Notes 2023 10 10

2023-10-18T02:48:47Z

Boredzo: Creating to fill out with old pad contents

Jitsi

2023-09-01T21:34:35Z

Boredzo: Documented how the new login requirement works.

{{channels}}
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'''Click a link below to join online!'''
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Streaming is not a requirement at Noisebridge (it was [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Consensus_Items_History blocked as a consensus item 6/2020]), so you may need to advocate for an event to be streamed and/or try to get technical support issues solved. 
If you want to see more events and classes streamed, please speak up at the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Meetings Tuesday meetings] and ask [[Event Support]] volunteers to assist event hosts in streaming successfully. Do-ocracy!''

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== Rooms ==
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=== Hackitorium ===
On-line via the [[Telebridge]] station whenever people want to be visible with a feed of the [[Noise_Square_Table]] from inside [[272 Capp]] St. Weekly [[meetings]] are held here Tuesday nights, and there is regular [[To-Doocratic]] Thursday Eve.

=== Turing ===

=== Ohsnap ===

=== Capp ===

=== ft ===

= Noisebridge Jitsi Server Self-Hosted Rooms=
Noisebridge's https://jitsi.noisebridge.io Jitsi server is offline at the moment so we are using the free public Jitsi hosted rooms instead till these get fixed:
*[https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/turing Event Room 1] main events room 
*[https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/church Event Room 2 / Side Convos] for simultaneous events or side conversations. 

== some admin commands ==
This looks possibly useful as a crib sheet
https://community.jitsi.org/t/how-to-how-to-upgrade-jitsi-meet-monitor-the-logs/73746

== Webcam control on Arch (v4l2-ctl) ==
<pre>
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl --list-devices
HD Pro Webcam C920 (usb-0000:00:14.0-3.1):
/dev/video2
/dev/video3

Integrated Camera: Integrated C (usb-0000:00:14.0-8):
/dev/video0
/dev/video1

[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 --list-ctrls
brightness 0x00980900 (int) : min=0 max=255 step=1 default=128 value=128
contrast 0x00980901 (int) : min=0 max=255 step=1 default=128 value=128
saturation 0x00980902 (int) : min=0 max=255 step=1 default=128 value=128
white_balance_temperature_auto 0x0098090c (bool) : default=1 value=1
gain 0x00980913 (int) : min=0 max=255 step=1 default=0 value=0
power_line_frequency 0x00980918 (menu) : min=0 max=2 default=2 value=2
white_balance_temperature 0x0098091a (int) : min=2000 max=6500 step=1 default=4000 value=4000 flags=inactive
sharpness 0x0098091b (int) : min=0 max=255 step=1 default=128 value=128
backlight_compensation 0x0098091c (int) : min=0 max=1 step=1 default=0 value=0
exposure_auto 0x009a0901 (menu) : min=0 max=3 default=3 value=3
exposure_absolute 0x009a0902 (int) : min=3 max=2047 step=1 default=250 value=250 flags=inactive
exposure_auto_priority 0x009a0903 (bool) : default=0 value=1
pan_absolute 0x009a0908 (int) : min=-36000 max=36000 step=3600 default=0 value=0
tilt_absolute 0x009a0909 (int) : min=-36000 max=36000 step=3600 default=0 value=0
focus_absolute 0x009a090a (int) : min=0 max=250 step=5 default=0 value=0 flags=inactive
focus_auto 0x009a090c (bool) : default=1 value=1
zoom_absolute 0x009a090d (int) : min=100 max=500 step=1 default=100 value=100
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video3 --list-ctrls
[x@replicator ~]$
</pre>

<pre>
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -C zoom_absolute
zoom_absolute: 100
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c zoom_absolute=200
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c zoom_absolute=150
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -C zoom_absolute
zoom_absolute: 150
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -C pan_absolute
pan_absolute: 0
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c pan_absolute=3600
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c pan_absolute=-3600
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c pan_absolute=0
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c tilt_absolute=-3600
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c tilt_absolute=-7200
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -C focus_absolute
focus_absolute: 0
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c focus_absolute=50
VIDIOC_S_EXT_CTRLS: failed: Invalid or incomplete multibyte or wide character
focus_absolute: Invalid or incomplete multibyte or wide character
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -C focus_auto
focus_auto: 1
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c focus_auto=0
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -C focus_auto
focus_auto: 0
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c focus_absolute=50
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c focus_absolute=20
[x@replicator ~]$ v4l2-ctl -d /dev/video2 -c focus_absolute=0
</pre>

Meetings

2023-08-30T05:22:00Z

Boredzo: /* Meeting Notes */ Not a broken link anymore.

{{meetings}}
{{headerbox}}'''Noisebridge Meetings''' [[participation|participants]] happen on Tuesdays. ''Almost'' every week, Noisebridge meets to discuss issues relevant to our community.
*'''WHEN:''' every Tuesday at 7:00 PM/19:00 US/Pacific.
*'''WHERE:''' Meetings are in person & online: 
--> In Person at [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Getting_Here 272 Capp St, San Francisco, USA 94110] 
--> Online via [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Jitsi Jitsi] 
--> Live notes online via the platform [[Pad]], here: https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting.
** '''REOPENED:''' Noisebridge is open to vaccinated participants to help in setting up and using the space.
*'''WHO:''' The meeting is for members and non-members alike: everyone is welcome.
*'''WHAT:''' At Meetings you can [[Guestbook|introduce yourself]], apply to [[joining|join]] Noisebridge, bring up discussion topics, and debate [[consensus]] proposals.
* '''[[Next_meeting|NEXT MEETING]] ([[Next_meeting&redirect=no|edit redirect]]):''' [[Meeting_Notes_2023_09_05]]
* '''[[Last_meeting|LAST MEETING]] ([[Last_meeting&redirect=no|edit redirect]]):''' [[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_29]]
{{boxend}}

[[File:NoisebridgeMeetingPoster.fw.png|right|500px|Meetings]]

==Weekly Agenda Items==
Agenda items tend to typically include:
# '''Preparation:''' [[note-taking|Note-takers]] and [[Facilitation|Facilitators]] volunteer and copy the [[Meeting Notes Template]] into [[Pad]].
# '''[[Guestbook|Introductions]]:''' We introduce ourselves and our interests.
# '''[[Announcements]]:''' updates on projects, upcoming events, recruiting maintainers, etc.
# '''Call For Topics:''' Discussion topics are proposed for later in the meeting.
# '''[[Do-ocracy]]:''' [[Doocratic]] task list items are discussed, proposed, claimed, and reported on.
# '''[[Joining]]:''' Participants find sponsors to apply to [[joining|join]] via [[philanthropy]] and [[membership]].
# '''[[Consensus]]:''' Major decisions and spending are proposed and modified, passed or blocked.
# '''Discussion Topics:''' Discussions that impact the Noisebridge space as well as its visitors.
# '''[[Note-taking|Note-takers]] Save & Share Notes:''' Note-takers save the note archives and share them to [[channels]].
# '''Post-Meeting Socializing:''' Meetings normally end with socializing and continuation of earlier topics.

== Next Week's [[Announcements|Agenda]] ==
If you have a topic that you'd like to discuss at next week's meeting, you are entirely welcome to add it to the [[Announcements|agenda]].

==Understanding [[Consensus]]==
Meetings -- like all things -- at Noisebridge operate by [[consensus]]. If you've never witnessed consensus in action, you will probably find your first meeting much less perplexing by reviewing and getting an essential grasp of our [[Consensus Process|consensus process]] beforehand.

* '''Make sure''' to look at [[meeting instructions]]! These contain the agenda, and plenty of tips for making things run smoothly.
* Please be aware that Regular Members may or may '''not''' decide to attend any particular meeting at their own discretion and/or as their schedules permit.

= Livestream =
Meetings are held Tuesdays starting around 7pm offline at 272 Capp St. and online via live video stream on the [https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge Jitsi stream].

(similar to Zoom, this is a live video chat where anyone can join: https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge )

= Meeting Notes =

At every meeting, someone takes notes so that we have some idea what's happened.
#[[Secretaribot]] should make a page automatically, but if there isn't a page for next week's meeting, ''Use the [[Meeting Notes Template]] to create a new agenda for next week.''
# Live meeting notes: https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting (for following on Tuesdays - anyone can edit to correct live!)
# After the meeting, the note takers should copy the Pad text into the current meeting wiki page and update the NEXT/PREV link dates.
# Once the notes are posted, links to them should be posted in our various [[channels]] especially [[Slack]], [[Discord]] and [[Discuss]].

* Previous meeting notes: [[M]]
* Next meeting agenda: [[Announcements]]
* ... (more in the [[:Category:Meeting Notes|Meeting Notes Archive]])
* Most recent meeting: [[Last_meeting]]

= Notes 2023 =
{{Special:Prefixindex/Meeting Notes 2023}}

Meetings

2023-08-30T05:20:17Z

Boredzo: /* Livestream */ Replacing the dead Jitsi link with the one we actually use.

{{meetings}}
{{headerbox}}'''Noisebridge Meetings''' [[participation|participants]] happen on Tuesdays. ''Almost'' every week, Noisebridge meets to discuss issues relevant to our community.
*'''WHEN:''' every Tuesday at 7:00 PM/19:00 US/Pacific.
*'''WHERE:''' Meetings are in person & online: 
--> In Person at [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Getting_Here 272 Capp St, San Francisco, USA 94110] 
--> Online via [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Jitsi Jitsi] 
--> Live notes online via the platform [[Pad]], here: https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting.
** '''REOPENED:''' Noisebridge is open to vaccinated participants to help in setting up and using the space.
*'''WHO:''' The meeting is for members and non-members alike: everyone is welcome.
*'''WHAT:''' At Meetings you can [[Guestbook|introduce yourself]], apply to [[joining|join]] Noisebridge, bring up discussion topics, and debate [[consensus]] proposals.
* '''[[Next_meeting|NEXT MEETING]] ([[Next_meeting&redirect=no|edit redirect]]):''' [[Meeting_Notes_2023_09_05]]
* '''[[Last_meeting|LAST MEETING]] ([[Last_meeting&redirect=no|edit redirect]]):''' [[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_29]]
{{boxend}}

[[File:NoisebridgeMeetingPoster.fw.png|right|500px|Meetings]]

==Weekly Agenda Items==
Agenda items tend to typically include:
# '''Preparation:''' [[note-taking|Note-takers]] and [[Facilitation|Facilitators]] volunteer and copy the [[Meeting Notes Template]] into [[Pad]].
# '''[[Guestbook|Introductions]]:''' We introduce ourselves and our interests.
# '''[[Announcements]]:''' updates on projects, upcoming events, recruiting maintainers, etc.
# '''Call For Topics:''' Discussion topics are proposed for later in the meeting.
# '''[[Do-ocracy]]:''' [[Doocratic]] task list items are discussed, proposed, claimed, and reported on.
# '''[[Joining]]:''' Participants find sponsors to apply to [[joining|join]] via [[philanthropy]] and [[membership]].
# '''[[Consensus]]:''' Major decisions and spending are proposed and modified, passed or blocked.
# '''Discussion Topics:''' Discussions that impact the Noisebridge space as well as its visitors.
# '''[[Note-taking|Note-takers]] Save & Share Notes:''' Note-takers save the note archives and share them to [[channels]].
# '''Post-Meeting Socializing:''' Meetings normally end with socializing and continuation of earlier topics.

== Next Week's [[Announcements|Agenda]] ==
If you have a topic that you'd like to discuss at next week's meeting, you are entirely welcome to add it to the [[Announcements|agenda]].

==Understanding [[Consensus]]==
Meetings -- like all things -- at Noisebridge operate by [[consensus]]. If you've never witnessed consensus in action, you will probably find your first meeting much less perplexing by reviewing and getting an essential grasp of our [[Consensus Process|consensus process]] beforehand.

* '''Make sure''' to look at [[meeting instructions]]! These contain the agenda, and plenty of tips for making things run smoothly.
* Please be aware that Regular Members may or may '''not''' decide to attend any particular meeting at their own discretion and/or as their schedules permit.

= Livestream =
Meetings are held Tuesdays starting around 7pm offline at 272 Capp St. and online via live video stream on the [https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge Jitsi stream].

(similar to Zoom, this is a live video chat where anyone can join: https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge )

= Meeting Notes =

At every meeting, someone takes notes so that we have some idea what's happened.
#[[Secretaribot]] should make a page automatically, but if there isn't a page for next week's meeting, ''Use the [[Meeting Notes Template]] to create a new agenda for next week.''
# Live meeting notes: https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting (for following on Tuesdays - anyone can edit to correct live!)
# After the meeting, the note takers should copy the Pad text into the current meeting wiki page and update the NEXT/PREV link dates.
# Once the notes are posted, links to them should be posted in our various [[channels]] especially [[Slack]], [[Discord]] and [[Discuss]].

* Previous meeting notes: [[M]]
* Next meeting agenda: [[Announcements]]
* ... (more in the [[:Category:Meeting Notes|Meeting Notes Archive]])
*BROKEN PREVIOUS MEETING LINK: [[Last_meeting]] - '''[this link is broken, Shows meeting from August? Someone please fix when you can, – Zach]'''

= Notes 2023 =
{{Special:Prefixindex/Meeting Notes 2023}}

Meetings

2023-08-30T05:17:07Z

Boredzo: Updated next and last meetings for -08-29.

{{meetings}}
{{headerbox}}'''Noisebridge Meetings''' [[participation|participants]] happen on Tuesdays. ''Almost'' every week, Noisebridge meets to discuss issues relevant to our community.
*'''WHEN:''' every Tuesday at 7:00 PM/19:00 US/Pacific.
*'''WHERE:''' Meetings are in person & online: 
--> In Person at [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Getting_Here 272 Capp St, San Francisco, USA 94110] 
--> Online via [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Jitsi Jitsi] 
--> Live notes online via the platform [[Pad]], here: https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting.
** '''REOPENED:''' Noisebridge is open to vaccinated participants to help in setting up and using the space.
*'''WHO:''' The meeting is for members and non-members alike: everyone is welcome.
*'''WHAT:''' At Meetings you can [[Guestbook|introduce yourself]], apply to [[joining|join]] Noisebridge, bring up discussion topics, and debate [[consensus]] proposals.
* '''[[Next_meeting|NEXT MEETING]] ([[Next_meeting&redirect=no|edit redirect]]):''' [[Meeting_Notes_2023_09_05]]
* '''[[Last_meeting|LAST MEETING]] ([[Last_meeting&redirect=no|edit redirect]]):''' [[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_29]]
{{boxend}}

[[File:NoisebridgeMeetingPoster.fw.png|right|500px|Meetings]]

==Weekly Agenda Items==
Agenda items tend to typically include:
# '''Preparation:''' [[note-taking|Note-takers]] and [[Facilitation|Facilitators]] volunteer and copy the [[Meeting Notes Template]] into [[Pad]].
# '''[[Guestbook|Introductions]]:''' We introduce ourselves and our interests.
# '''[[Announcements]]:''' updates on projects, upcoming events, recruiting maintainers, etc.
# '''Call For Topics:''' Discussion topics are proposed for later in the meeting.
# '''[[Do-ocracy]]:''' [[Doocratic]] task list items are discussed, proposed, claimed, and reported on.
# '''[[Joining]]:''' Participants find sponsors to apply to [[joining|join]] via [[philanthropy]] and [[membership]].
# '''[[Consensus]]:''' Major decisions and spending are proposed and modified, passed or blocked.
# '''Discussion Topics:''' Discussions that impact the Noisebridge space as well as its visitors.
# '''[[Note-taking|Note-takers]] Save & Share Notes:''' Note-takers save the note archives and share them to [[channels]].
# '''Post-Meeting Socializing:''' Meetings normally end with socializing and continuation of earlier topics.

== Next Week's [[Announcements|Agenda]] ==
If you have a topic that you'd like to discuss at next week's meeting, you are entirely welcome to add it to the [[Announcements|agenda]].

==Understanding [[Consensus]]==
Meetings -- like all things -- at Noisebridge operate by [[consensus]]. If you've never witnessed consensus in action, you will probably find your first meeting much less perplexing by reviewing and getting an essential grasp of our [[Consensus Process|consensus process]] beforehand.

* '''Make sure''' to look at [[meeting instructions]]! These contain the agenda, and plenty of tips for making things run smoothly.
* Please be aware that Regular Members may or may '''not''' decide to attend any particular meeting at their own discretion and/or as their schedules permit.

= Livestream =
Meetings are held Tuesdays starting around 7pm offline at 272 Capp St. and online via live video stream on the [https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium Jitsi stream].

(similar to Zoom, this is a live video chat where anyone can join: https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium )

= Meeting Notes =

At every meeting, someone takes notes so that we have some idea what's happened.
#[[Secretaribot]] should make a page automatically, but if there isn't a page for next week's meeting, ''Use the [[Meeting Notes Template]] to create a new agenda for next week.''
# Live meeting notes: https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting (for following on Tuesdays - anyone can edit to correct live!)
# After the meeting, the note takers should copy the Pad text into the current meeting wiki page and update the NEXT/PREV link dates.
# Once the notes are posted, links to them should be posted in our various [[channels]] especially [[Slack]], [[Discord]] and [[Discuss]].

* Previous meeting notes: [[M]]
* Next meeting agenda: [[Announcements]]
* ... (more in the [[:Category:Meeting Notes|Meeting Notes Archive]])
*BROKEN PREVIOUS MEETING LINK: [[Last_meeting]] - '''[this link is broken, Shows meeting from August? Someone please fix when you can, – Zach]'''

= Notes 2023 =
{{Special:Prefixindex/Meeting Notes 2023}}

Meeting Notes Template

2023-08-30T05:14:36Z

Boredzo: Whoops, forgot part of this.

{{meetings}}

* Click [https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Meeting_Notes_Template&action=edit Edit] in the MediaWiki top bar (or [https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Meeting_Notes_Template&action=edit&preview=no Edit without preview]) and copy all the source code into the new meeting notes page.
* Delete this paragraph from the actual notes. (Keep in template, & in live copy for next iteration)
---

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The XXXth Meeting of Noisebridge].

*Live notes
**https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting
*Virtual Meeting (jitsi mic/cam off by default)
**https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge — NOTE: Someone must log in with Google/Facebook/GitHub to start the meeting. Everyone else can join the meeting without logging into anything. ([https://jitsi.org/blog/authentication-on-meet-jit-si/ Blame Jitsi])
**Or, if it's ever revived: https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium#config.startWithAudioMuted=true&config.startWithVideoMuted=true&userInfo.displayName=%22n00b%22
** Update last meeting: https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
** Update next meeting: https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Next_meeting&redirect=no

Date: ADD THE DATE HERE in the format 2023_XX_XX as below

Edit the meeting number above where it says the XXXth meeting of Noisebridge (by checking previous meetings)

ALSO EDIT PREVIOUS AND NEXT DATES IN THE WIKI LINKS BELOW

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_MONTH_DAY|Previous Meeting]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_MONTH_DAY|Next Meeting]]

Note-takers: FIXME YOUR NAME HERE

Moderators: PUT THEIR NAME HERE

* '''One or two bullet points of high-level meeting summary.'''

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update:
* Announcements:
* Finances:
* New members:
* New associates:
* Consensus Items:
* Discussion Items:

= Introductions =
* Ask people to share their '''name, access needs, and preferred gender pronouns''' what they do at noisebridge

= Short announcements and events =
* '''60-second description per item in bulletpoint.'''
* '''Copy-paste any pre-announcements for the upcoming meeting from [[Announcements]].'''
* '''After announcements, copy them to the past [[Announcements]] list. Retire any from the Next Meeting list that aren't marked ONGOING.'''
* (See https://www.noisebridge.net/ and https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events for events, and welcoming people)

= Excellence =
'''Our One Rule is to Be Excellent to Each Other.'''
(On first Tuesdays, seek a few definitions. Other Tuesday, give a 1-3 sentence summary.)

What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy
Everyone is expected to follow the Anti-Harassment Policy, please familiarize yourself with it.) TWO MINUTES MAX
More approachable & specific guidelines, https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Community_Standards

== Brief Kudos ==
Recent examples of excellent behavior, say 3, unless the passion moves you.

= Guilds =
* '''What are guilds - briefly describe''' (much like the previous section on "Excellence")

= New Members/Associate Members =
What are they? Is anyone trying to become a Member or Associate Member? If not move on. No long discussions.

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
'''Anarchist societies under a capitalist state need money to survive and thrive, yo.'''

* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.

== Fundraising Update ==
'''How's it all going'''

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== [[ Consensus Items ]] ==
Only for talking about Big C consensus items, small c consensus items should be discussed with people at the space at the time of the change/new item.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1 ==

== Discussion Item 2 ==

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

= End of Meeting =

==Note taker posts the notes==

* Clean and tidy the meeting notes including removing all these really verbose instructions.
* Fill out the short summary at the top listing just announcements, consensus items, discussion topics, and names of new members and philanthropists.
* Copy paste the notes to the next meeting page. (They will become Last meeting at midnight.) https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
* Email the meeting summary to Noisebridge Discuss and Noisebridge Announce lists.
* CC on the email treasurer@noisebridge.net and secretary@noisebridge.net if there are new members and philanthropists.
* Edit the Current Consensus Items if anything is proposed for consensus next week.
* Edit the Consensus Items History if anything was reached consensus or failed to reach consensus this week.

==Fun things to do after==

* Do a 10 minute cleanup, bring dishes up stairs and wash them, clean the bathroom
* Have some beers on the patio
* Prepare the next weeks' meeting notes
* Lick the walls. Or just draw on them
* sing the [[Hackernationale]] (this almost never happens)

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Meeting Notes Template

2023-08-30T05:14:11Z

Boredzo: Added a note that someone will need to log in with Google, Facebook, or GitHub to start the meeting.

{{meetings}}

* Click [https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Meeting_Notes_Template&action=edit Edit] in the MediaWiki top bar (or [https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Meeting_Notes_Template&action=edit&preview=no Edit without preview]) and copy all the source code into the new meeting notes page.
* Delete this paragraph from the actual notes. (Keep in template, & in live copy for next iteration)
---

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The XXXth Meeting of Noisebridge].

*Live notes
**https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting
*Virtual Meeting (jitsi mic/cam off by default)
**https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge — NOTE: Someone must log in with Google/Facebook/GitHub to start the meeting. Everyone else can join the meeting. ([https://jitsi.org/blog/authentication-on-meet-jit-si/ Blame Jitsi])
**Or, if it's ever revived: https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium#config.startWithAudioMuted=true&config.startWithVideoMuted=true&userInfo.displayName=%22n00b%22
** Update last meeting: https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
** Update next meeting: https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Next_meeting&redirect=no

Date: ADD THE DATE HERE in the format 2023_XX_XX as below

Edit the meeting number above where it says the XXXth meeting of Noisebridge (by checking previous meetings)

ALSO EDIT PREVIOUS AND NEXT DATES IN THE WIKI LINKS BELOW

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_MONTH_DAY|Previous Meeting]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_MONTH_DAY|Next Meeting]]

Note-takers: FIXME YOUR NAME HERE

Moderators: PUT THEIR NAME HERE

* '''One or two bullet points of high-level meeting summary.'''

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update:
* Announcements:
* Finances:
* New members:
* New associates:
* Consensus Items:
* Discussion Items:

= Introductions =
* Ask people to share their '''name, access needs, and preferred gender pronouns''' what they do at noisebridge

= Short announcements and events =
* '''60-second description per item in bulletpoint.'''
* '''Copy-paste any pre-announcements for the upcoming meeting from [[Announcements]].'''
* '''After announcements, copy them to the past [[Announcements]] list. Retire any from the Next Meeting list that aren't marked ONGOING.'''
* (See https://www.noisebridge.net/ and https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events for events, and welcoming people)

= Excellence =
'''Our One Rule is to Be Excellent to Each Other.'''
(On first Tuesdays, seek a few definitions. Other Tuesday, give a 1-3 sentence summary.)

What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy
Everyone is expected to follow the Anti-Harassment Policy, please familiarize yourself with it.) TWO MINUTES MAX
More approachable & specific guidelines, https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Community_Standards

== Brief Kudos ==
Recent examples of excellent behavior, say 3, unless the passion moves you.

= Guilds =
* '''What are guilds - briefly describe''' (much like the previous section on "Excellence")

= New Members/Associate Members =
What are they? Is anyone trying to become a Member or Associate Member? If not move on. No long discussions.

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
'''Anarchist societies under a capitalist state need money to survive and thrive, yo.'''

* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.

== Fundraising Update ==
'''How's it all going'''

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== [[ Consensus Items ]] ==
Only for talking about Big C consensus items, small c consensus items should be discussed with people at the space at the time of the change/new item.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1 ==

== Discussion Item 2 ==

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

= End of Meeting =

==Note taker posts the notes==

* Clean and tidy the meeting notes including removing all these really verbose instructions.
* Fill out the short summary at the top listing just announcements, consensus items, discussion topics, and names of new members and philanthropists.
* Copy paste the notes to the next meeting page. (They will become Last meeting at midnight.) https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
* Email the meeting summary to Noisebridge Discuss and Noisebridge Announce lists.
* CC on the email treasurer@noisebridge.net and secretary@noisebridge.net if there are new members and philanthropists.
* Edit the Current Consensus Items if anything is proposed for consensus next week.
* Edit the Consensus Items History if anything was reached consensus or failed to reach consensus this week.

==Fun things to do after==

* Do a 10 minute cleanup, bring dishes up stairs and wash them, clean the bathroom
* Have some beers on the patio
* Prepare the next weeks' meeting notes
* Lick the walls. Or just draw on them
* sing the [[Hackernationale]] (this almost never happens)

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Meeting Notes Template

2023-08-30T05:12:37Z

Boredzo: jitsi.noisebridge.io doesn't appear to currently exist. Update the template to reflect that we use the main Jitsi Meet, not a self-hosted one.

{{meetings}}

* Click [https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Meeting_Notes_Template&action=edit Edit] in the MediaWiki top bar (or [https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Meeting_Notes_Template&action=edit&preview=no Edit without preview]) and copy all the source code into the new meeting notes page.
* Delete this paragraph from the actual notes. (Keep in template, & in live copy for next iteration)
---

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The XXXth Meeting of Noisebridge].

*Live notes
**https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting
*Virtual Meeting (jitsi mic/cam off by default)
**https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge
**Or, if it's ever revived: https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium#config.startWithAudioMuted=true&config.startWithVideoMuted=true&userInfo.displayName=%22n00b%22
** Update last meeting: https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
** Update next meeting: https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Next_meeting&redirect=no

Date: ADD THE DATE HERE in the format 2023_XX_XX as below

Edit the meeting number above where it says the XXXth meeting of Noisebridge (by checking previous meetings)

ALSO EDIT PREVIOUS AND NEXT DATES IN THE WIKI LINKS BELOW

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_MONTH_DAY|Previous Meeting]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_MONTH_DAY|Next Meeting]]

Note-takers: FIXME YOUR NAME HERE

Moderators: PUT THEIR NAME HERE

* '''One or two bullet points of high-level meeting summary.'''

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update:
* Announcements:
* Finances:
* New members:
* New associates:
* Consensus Items:
* Discussion Items:

= Introductions =
* Ask people to share their '''name, access needs, and preferred gender pronouns''' what they do at noisebridge

= Short announcements and events =
* '''60-second description per item in bulletpoint.'''
* '''Copy-paste any pre-announcements for the upcoming meeting from [[Announcements]].'''
* '''After announcements, copy them to the past [[Announcements]] list. Retire any from the Next Meeting list that aren't marked ONGOING.'''
* (See https://www.noisebridge.net/ and https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events for events, and welcoming people)

= Excellence =
'''Our One Rule is to Be Excellent to Each Other.'''
(On first Tuesdays, seek a few definitions. Other Tuesday, give a 1-3 sentence summary.)

What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy
Everyone is expected to follow the Anti-Harassment Policy, please familiarize yourself with it.) TWO MINUTES MAX
More approachable & specific guidelines, https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Community_Standards

== Brief Kudos ==
Recent examples of excellent behavior, say 3, unless the passion moves you.

= Guilds =
* '''What are guilds - briefly describe''' (much like the previous section on "Excellence")

= New Members/Associate Members =
What are they? Is anyone trying to become a Member or Associate Member? If not move on. No long discussions.

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
'''Anarchist societies under a capitalist state need money to survive and thrive, yo.'''

* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.

== Fundraising Update ==
'''How's it all going'''

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== [[ Consensus Items ]] ==
Only for talking about Big C consensus items, small c consensus items should be discussed with people at the space at the time of the change/new item.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1 ==

== Discussion Item 2 ==

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

= End of Meeting =

==Note taker posts the notes==

* Clean and tidy the meeting notes including removing all these really verbose instructions.
* Fill out the short summary at the top listing just announcements, consensus items, discussion topics, and names of new members and philanthropists.
* Copy paste the notes to the next meeting page. (They will become Last meeting at midnight.) https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
* Email the meeting summary to Noisebridge Discuss and Noisebridge Announce lists.
* CC on the email treasurer@noisebridge.net and secretary@noisebridge.net if there are new members and philanthropists.
* Edit the Current Consensus Items if anything is proposed for consensus next week.
* Edit the Consensus Items History if anything was reached consensus or failed to reach consensus this week.

==Fun things to do after==

* Do a 10 minute cleanup, bring dishes up stairs and wash them, clean the bathroom
* Have some beers on the patio
* Prepare the next weeks' meeting notes
* Lick the walls. Or just draw on them
* sing the [[Hackernationale]] (this almost never happens)

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Meeting Notes 2023 08 29

2023-08-30T05:11:48Z

Boredzo: jitsi.noisebridge.io does not appear to currently exist. We used the main Jitsi Meet.

{{meetings}}

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The 738th Meeting of Noisebridge].

*Live notes
**https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting
*Virtual Meeting (jitsi mic/cam off by default)
**https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge

Date: [[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_29|2023_08_29]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_22|Previous Meeting]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_09_05|Next Meeting]]

Note-takers: Mark, Loren, Peter

Moderators: Cloud, Kelsey

* '''One or two bullet points of high-level meeting summary.'''

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update:
** Kelsey has not made socks yet.
* Announcements:
** From Kelsey: A new meetup request ! Transit hacking - tentatively Wednesdays @ 6PM, including TOMORROW!
** From Peter: For setting up the meeting in the future, you will need a google, github or facebook account to open Jitsi meetings in the future (policy side from Jitsi, nothing we can change without hosting our own jitsi!)
** From Emeline: please tip our muralist! Donations to noisebridge and she redistributes, or direct to him
** From Loren: please channel requests for NB infrastructure things to me! I want computers better serving us and the space! We want people to have access to things and power to do-ocratically do stuff!
* Finances:
** We have a Certificate of Deposit now! Expires in June. Should help shave off a little of the monthly burn. See #finance-wg in Slack
* New members: None
* New associates: None
* Consensus Items:
** Updating Membership Application Process: PASSED
** Renewing Farley's Consensus Item from May 23, 2023 - "Updating blocking requirement for big C consensus items from 1 to 2 people.": Advances to week 2
* Discussion Items:
** Maker Faire Bay Area: October 13–15 and 20–22. Ticket prices go up Thursday, August 31! Talk to pyconaut/#makerfaire if you want to help out. Ferry schedule to Vallejo sucks; expect to drive/carpool.
** Loren demoed wiki administration

= Introductions =
* Ask people to share their '''name, access needs, and preferred gender pronouns''' what they do at noisebridge

* Kelsey - access needs (great so far, to be heard). Working on a bike gizmo, and soon, some meetups.
* Cloud - she/her. 5MoF, How to get lucky scientifically
* Ben - he/him. (You all know me) CNC guild.
* Peter - they/them (mostly working on accessories for film photgraphy)
* Mark - do video game stuff and janitorial
* JD - do stuff and things (lazer training and CNC, etc etc)
* Loren - he. I also clean up the 'bridge. Rack/ Infrastructure meetup on Mondays!

= Short announcements and events =
* '''60-second description per item in bulletpoint.'''
* '''Copy-paste any pre-announcements for the upcoming meeting from [[Announcements]].'''
* '''After announcements, copy them to the past [[Announcements]] list. Retire any from the Next Meeting list that aren't marked ONGOING.'''
* (See https://www.noisebridge.net/ and https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events for events, and welcoming people)

* A new meetup request ! @ Kelsey Transit hacking - tentatively Wednesdays @ 6PM, including TOMORROW!
* From Peter: For setting up the meeting in the future, you will need a google, github or facebook account to open Jitsi meetings in the future (policy side from Jitsi, nothing we can change without hosting our own jitsi!)
* From Emeline: please tip our muralist! Donations to noisebridge and she redistributes, or direct to him

* Loren:
*# want to do a rundown later of how to approve new users for the wiki
*# please channel requests for NB infrastructure things to me! I want computers better serving us and the space! We want people to have access to things and power to do-ocratically do stuff!

= Excellence =
'''Our One Rule is to Be Excellent to Each Other.'''
(On first Tuesdays, seek a few definitions. Other Tuesday, give a 1-3 sentence summary.)

What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

As in, treat the space well, treat eachother well, try to help out when you can. Don't let others do dumb stuff! If you see people doing fun things, maybe consider joining them!

When you see something that needs doing, do it! Be nice. Respect people's boundaries.

(Follow the Four Agreements. look it up if you're not in the know ;)

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy
Everyone is expected to follow the Anti-Harassment Policy, please familiarize yourself with it.) TWO MINUTES MAX
More approachable & specific guidelines, https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Community_Standards

== Brief Kudos ==

Emeline and Liz made Certificate of Deposit happen - our savings are more secure and accruing better interest now!

Kelsey for taking out the trash!

Kelsey, Cloud and Ben for helping get the meeting running today!

Kelsey thx ppl for helping her get access/ helping figure out how to use Meetup.

= Guilds =
* '''What are guilds - briefly describe''' (much like the previous section on "Excellence")

Noisebridge has guilds - join one!

Loren: Wiki and Infra are getting people more excited about participating in editing and maintaining our digital presence!

= New Members/Associate Members =
What are they? Is anyone trying to become a Member or Associate Member? If not move on. No long discussions.

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
'''Anarchist societies under a capitalist state need money to survive and thrive, yo.'''

* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.

Ben looking for some new equipment for the CNC machine.

JD: Go ahead and purchase and we will reimburse you one way or another.

Peter: Could use a webcam for the upstairs computer? (which we were using to host this meeting)

== Fundraising Update ==
'''How's it all going'''

Kelsey - have not made any socks for NB yet! D'oh

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== 1. Updating Membership Application Process - Week 2 ==

Proposal:
# Amend the Feb 2022 Membership process Consensus item to say "oh shit" period is no longer necessary,
# Amend the Membership application form and associated documentation to state clearly that all sponsors must be Full (Big M) Members in good standing.
# Require that during active application status, it be noted in each weekly meeting notes during review the prospective Member and their sponsor, (write down the date of each meeting when it happens).

=== Discussion notes: ===

Defintion of OH shit period was a two week period post membership approval period where the membership could be revoked. It was a grace period created in 2018. It was implmented last year to change the process for application + the timeline which includes additional timeline to review the application -> required to add this second item below -> so this all happens in clear communication.

* Kelsey flags a small concern of wanting a sponsor to have a relationship with tha applicant so that person can guide them through the space.
* Mark doesn't think 2 months is too long of a time to go through a process to be thought a good steward of the community. Went through a longer process for a college club. Would much rather have Associate Members be sponsored by someone who's been around at least that long, rather than *potentially* being "let in"/sponsored by someone who's only been here a week and has no idea of the history of this space. Doesn't trust that a fledgling Associate Member is aware enough of a lot of the potential issues with sponsoring a fledgling Associate Member.
* Loren: Consider it as an introducer option on the form which would allow to denote the more personal connection on how someone is introduced into the space. Request for mechanism to contact.
* Jd talking about how access is one of the largest incentives for people in the space more than the title -> trying to get people the 30-day access to the shed.
* Kudos to Daniel, working on new access system. (and efforts of Rob and Paul).
* Mark holds that Membership should be a responsibility, not a privilege; the emphasis should not be on the title.
* Kelsey likes the introducer option. We want to continue discussion on that later.
* Loren changes wording, to be more concise.

Movement has passed! Consensus has been reached!

Ben voices concern that we want to ensure we're getting people to donate. And titles, "membership" does this. People care about access. Let's get donations from more people.

== 2. Renewing Farley's Consensus Item from May 23, 2023 - "Updating blocking requirement for big C consensus items from 1 to 2 people." ==

<blockquote>Currently in order to block a big C consensus Item, we need only 1 member to block. Would like to update this number to 2 members. Perhaps the 1 member to block made sense when the community was tiny. It doesn't make sense anymore in our much larger community. If you cant convince anyone else to block with you, then maybe you just have bad ideas. The community should not have to make changes only folks with bad ideas think are good.

This change would be provisional for 3 months. Also would only apply for member proposed consensus items, non-member proposed consensus items would still be block able by a single member. Also only 1 member would be required to block new membership. Also if any one member would like to block, but cannot because they are alone, they can request a 1 week hold to defer decision for an additional 3rd week. Finally being able to articulate reasons for blocking is required. Good faith blocking is the only acceptable kind of blocking. If no 'legitimate' reasons for blocking can be supplied then they community can override the block. Obviously this is subjective. However blocking just 'because' is not considered viable reason to block and wont be honored.
</blockquote>

* Kelsey asks whether this has been a real problem. What's the backstory on this?
* JD: Sometimes you have some people working on a thing, then someone shows up unaware of that collaboration and says "I'm going to block that" without understanding what was being discussed. Recent example was the lock on the sewing room door. That was done with consensus, and someone intervened to block it without knowing that it was the same key as the front door, so it was just to keep intruders from damaging/stealing stuff, not to keep Noisebridgers out of the room.
* Kelsey: Wants to confirm that she's reading the right thing (referring to the quoted item above). With the backstory, that makes sense. Folks in Noisebridge tend to be on the same page about things. Seems like there would be more than one blocking vote if something were really bad.
* Ben: I feel the example JD gave is worth examining. Someone blocked without knowing the story, was told the story, and withdrew their block. I feel that's the one-block system working. In courts, the jury has to agree in order to convict. One vote against means that it doesn't go through. I think that's a fine standard. At Noisebridge, we should all agree on changes that are being made. We don't need lots of top-down rules unless there's consensus among everybody that we should have them.
* Mark: What this is trying to address is that someone can stonewall items based on pure ideology.
* Ben: In theory. But then other Members could vote to disbar them. We're talking about extreme hypothetical situations here.
* Mark: This happened recently with a ... Member? ex-Member? Not sure their current status. Not saying it's a perfect solution, just want to explain that.
* JD: There's a difference between consensus and unanimity. In terms of the organizational structure of egalitarian collectives, many of them run on majorities or supermajorities along those lines, because allowing complete veto power to one individual is antithetical to a flat hierarchy. I'm surprised it's stayed in effect for so long considering the rhetoric of our space. It's not a big reach to say hey, find someone else to implement this. You can't just arbitrarily block; you have to articulate a region.
* Mark: It forces the conversation to continue and the blocker to really, sincerely consider their position.
* Loren: I share Ben's concern. I feel like if there's another positive vision that we could move to [unfinished]. This is a band-aid. I want to pass this again for like 3 or 6 months. It's a little bit of a weird rule that if we don't renew it, it lapses.
* Mark: I have a question. The premise of the question is, we have no data on how this works and what it does. We have not actually put it into practice yet. Until we have data on it and have data on how it works in practice, we should keep it so we can try it, right? That could be 3 months from now, or 6 months from now, or whenever a Consensus Item finally triggers this. So the question is: Should we make it until a Consensus Item finally triggers this?
* Mark and JD agree they'll forget all about it six months from now.
* Ben: Kick that can down the road.
* Peter: Can we include it in the Consensus process on the wiki?
* JD: "This is currently the policy and will be reviewed on [date]." February 23rd? 27th, 'cause that's a Tuesday.
* [someone]: OK, I'm editing the page.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1: What is the status on MakerFaire participation? ==

* October 13-15 && 20th - 22nd weekends Fri/Sat/Sun
* Pyconaut is the person to contact about this !!
* See #makerfaire channel in Discord!
* Peter was looking at ferry schedules to vallejo and you will probably have to drive bc the ferry is not promising
* Must announce ticket price increase in 2 DAYS!! 20 seconds !

== Discussion Item 2: Brief wiki demo ==

* Approving user account requests
**Endless stream of requests, many of which are bogus/spam/maybe LLM-generated and have blatantly spammy HTML tags in the sign-up description. If you know someone is a real person and Noisebridger, you can approve them on this page.
* Adding permissions
** We use bureaucrat and administrator user groups for all new users.
* Other... user page.

When Loren took over the wiki, he deleted 50,000 accounts from 10 years that had never made an edit. Sadly there's no "clear all" button.

* Peter: Are all these new users getting the admin and bureaucrat powers?
* Loren: No, those have to be manually conferred.

= Kudos (more) & (self-volunteer) To Dos =

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

= End of Meeting =

==Note taker posts the notes==

* Clean and tidy the meeting notes including removing all these really verbose instructions.
* Fill out the short summary at the top listing just announcements, consensus items, discussion topics, and names of new members and philanthropists.
* Copy paste the notes to the next meeting page. (They will become Last meeting at midnight.) https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
* Email the meeting summary to Noisebridge Discuss and Noisebridge Announce lists.
* CC on the email treasurer@noisebridge.net and secretary@noisebridge.net if there are new members and philanthropists.
* Edit the Current Consensus Items if anything is proposed for consensus next week.
* Edit the Consensus Items History if anything was reached consensus or failed to reach consensus this week.

==Fun things to do after==

* Do a 10 minute cleanup, bring dishes up stairs and wash them, clean the bathroom
* Have some beers on the patio
* Prepare the next weeks' meeting notes
* Lick the walls. Or just draw on them
* sing the [[Hackernationale]] (this almost never happens)

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Meeting Notes 2023 08 29

2023-08-30T05:10:51Z

Boredzo: Digitally restored the previous/next meeting links, which I omitted when copying over from the pad without really understanding what those links (which didn't say “Previous Meeting” and “Next Meeting” there) were about.

{{meetings}}

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The 738th Meeting of Noisebridge].

*Live notes
**https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting
*Virtual Meeting (jitsi mic/cam off by default)
**https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium#config.startWithAudioMuted=true&config.startWithVideoMuted=true&userInfo.displayName=%22n00b%22
**Backup link: https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge

Date: [[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_29|2023_08_29]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_22|Previous Meeting]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_09_05|Next Meeting]]

Note-takers: Mark, Loren, Peter

Moderators: Cloud, Kelsey

* '''One or two bullet points of high-level meeting summary.'''

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update:
** Kelsey has not made socks yet.
* Announcements:
** From Kelsey: A new meetup request ! Transit hacking - tentatively Wednesdays @ 6PM, including TOMORROW!
** From Peter: For setting up the meeting in the future, you will need a google, github or facebook account to open Jitsi meetings in the future (policy side from Jitsi, nothing we can change without hosting our own jitsi!)
** From Emeline: please tip our muralist! Donations to noisebridge and she redistributes, or direct to him
** From Loren: please channel requests for NB infrastructure things to me! I want computers better serving us and the space! We want people to have access to things and power to do-ocratically do stuff!
* Finances:
** We have a Certificate of Deposit now! Expires in June. Should help shave off a little of the monthly burn. See #finance-wg in Slack
* New members: None
* New associates: None
* Consensus Items:
** Updating Membership Application Process: PASSED
** Renewing Farley's Consensus Item from May 23, 2023 - "Updating blocking requirement for big C consensus items from 1 to 2 people.": Advances to week 2
* Discussion Items:
** Maker Faire Bay Area: October 13–15 and 20–22. Ticket prices go up Thursday, August 31! Talk to pyconaut/#makerfaire if you want to help out. Ferry schedule to Vallejo sucks; expect to drive/carpool.
** Loren demoed wiki administration

= Introductions =
* Ask people to share their '''name, access needs, and preferred gender pronouns''' what they do at noisebridge

* Kelsey - access needs (great so far, to be heard). Working on a bike gizmo, and soon, some meetups.
* Cloud - she/her. 5MoF, How to get lucky scientifically
* Ben - he/him. (You all know me) CNC guild.
* Peter - they/them (mostly working on accessories for film photgraphy)
* Mark - do video game stuff and janitorial
* JD - do stuff and things (lazer training and CNC, etc etc)
* Loren - he. I also clean up the 'bridge. Rack/ Infrastructure meetup on Mondays!

= Short announcements and events =
* '''60-second description per item in bulletpoint.'''
* '''Copy-paste any pre-announcements for the upcoming meeting from [[Announcements]].'''
* '''After announcements, copy them to the past [[Announcements]] list. Retire any from the Next Meeting list that aren't marked ONGOING.'''
* (See https://www.noisebridge.net/ and https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events for events, and welcoming people)

* A new meetup request ! @ Kelsey Transit hacking - tentatively Wednesdays @ 6PM, including TOMORROW!
* From Peter: For setting up the meeting in the future, you will need a google, github or facebook account to open Jitsi meetings in the future (policy side from Jitsi, nothing we can change without hosting our own jitsi!)
* From Emeline: please tip our muralist! Donations to noisebridge and she redistributes, or direct to him

* Loren:
*# want to do a rundown later of how to approve new users for the wiki
*# please channel requests for NB infrastructure things to me! I want computers better serving us and the space! We want people to have access to things and power to do-ocratically do stuff!

= Excellence =
'''Our One Rule is to Be Excellent to Each Other.'''
(On first Tuesdays, seek a few definitions. Other Tuesday, give a 1-3 sentence summary.)

What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

As in, treat the space well, treat eachother well, try to help out when you can. Don't let others do dumb stuff! If you see people doing fun things, maybe consider joining them!

When you see something that needs doing, do it! Be nice. Respect people's boundaries.

(Follow the Four Agreements. look it up if you're not in the know ;)

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy
Everyone is expected to follow the Anti-Harassment Policy, please familiarize yourself with it.) TWO MINUTES MAX
More approachable & specific guidelines, https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Community_Standards

== Brief Kudos ==

Emeline and Liz made Certificate of Deposit happen - our savings are more secure and accruing better interest now!

Kelsey for taking out the trash!

Kelsey, Cloud and Ben for helping get the meeting running today!

Kelsey thx ppl for helping her get access/ helping figure out how to use Meetup.

= Guilds =
* '''What are guilds - briefly describe''' (much like the previous section on "Excellence")

Noisebridge has guilds - join one!

Loren: Wiki and Infra are getting people more excited about participating in editing and maintaining our digital presence!

= New Members/Associate Members =
What are they? Is anyone trying to become a Member or Associate Member? If not move on. No long discussions.

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
'''Anarchist societies under a capitalist state need money to survive and thrive, yo.'''

* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.

Ben looking for some new equipment for the CNC machine.

JD: Go ahead and purchase and we will reimburse you one way or another.

Peter: Could use a webcam for the upstairs computer? (which we were using to host this meeting)

== Fundraising Update ==
'''How's it all going'''

Kelsey - have not made any socks for NB yet! D'oh

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== 1. Updating Membership Application Process - Week 2 ==

Proposal:
# Amend the Feb 2022 Membership process Consensus item to say "oh shit" period is no longer necessary,
# Amend the Membership application form and associated documentation to state clearly that all sponsors must be Full (Big M) Members in good standing.
# Require that during active application status, it be noted in each weekly meeting notes during review the prospective Member and their sponsor, (write down the date of each meeting when it happens).

=== Discussion notes: ===

Defintion of OH shit period was a two week period post membership approval period where the membership could be revoked. It was a grace period created in 2018. It was implmented last year to change the process for application + the timeline which includes additional timeline to review the application -> required to add this second item below -> so this all happens in clear communication.

* Kelsey flags a small concern of wanting a sponsor to have a relationship with tha applicant so that person can guide them through the space.
* Mark doesn't think 2 months is too long of a time to go through a process to be thought a good steward of the community. Went through a longer process for a college club. Would much rather have Associate Members be sponsored by someone who's been around at least that long, rather than *potentially* being "let in"/sponsored by someone who's only been here a week and has no idea of the history of this space. Doesn't trust that a fledgling Associate Member is aware enough of a lot of the potential issues with sponsoring a fledgling Associate Member.
* Loren: Consider it as an introducer option on the form which would allow to denote the more personal connection on how someone is introduced into the space. Request for mechanism to contact.
* Jd talking about how access is one of the largest incentives for people in the space more than the title -> trying to get people the 30-day access to the shed.
* Kudos to Daniel, working on new access system. (and efforts of Rob and Paul).
* Mark holds that Membership should be a responsibility, not a privilege; the emphasis should not be on the title.
* Kelsey likes the introducer option. We want to continue discussion on that later.
* Loren changes wording, to be more concise.

Movement has passed! Consensus has been reached!

Ben voices concern that we want to ensure we're getting people to donate. And titles, "membership" does this. People care about access. Let's get donations from more people.

== 2. Renewing Farley's Consensus Item from May 23, 2023 - "Updating blocking requirement for big C consensus items from 1 to 2 people." ==

<blockquote>Currently in order to block a big C consensus Item, we need only 1 member to block. Would like to update this number to 2 members. Perhaps the 1 member to block made sense when the community was tiny. It doesn't make sense anymore in our much larger community. If you cant convince anyone else to block with you, then maybe you just have bad ideas. The community should not have to make changes only folks with bad ideas think are good.

This change would be provisional for 3 months. Also would only apply for member proposed consensus items, non-member proposed consensus items would still be block able by a single member. Also only 1 member would be required to block new membership. Also if any one member would like to block, but cannot because they are alone, they can request a 1 week hold to defer decision for an additional 3rd week. Finally being able to articulate reasons for blocking is required. Good faith blocking is the only acceptable kind of blocking. If no 'legitimate' reasons for blocking can be supplied then they community can override the block. Obviously this is subjective. However blocking just 'because' is not considered viable reason to block and wont be honored.
</blockquote>

* Kelsey asks whether this has been a real problem. What's the backstory on this?
* JD: Sometimes you have some people working on a thing, then someone shows up unaware of that collaboration and says "I'm going to block that" without understanding what was being discussed. Recent example was the lock on the sewing room door. That was done with consensus, and someone intervened to block it without knowing that it was the same key as the front door, so it was just to keep intruders from damaging/stealing stuff, not to keep Noisebridgers out of the room.
* Kelsey: Wants to confirm that she's reading the right thing (referring to the quoted item above). With the backstory, that makes sense. Folks in Noisebridge tend to be on the same page about things. Seems like there would be more than one blocking vote if something were really bad.
* Ben: I feel the example JD gave is worth examining. Someone blocked without knowing the story, was told the story, and withdrew their block. I feel that's the one-block system working. In courts, the jury has to agree in order to convict. One vote against means that it doesn't go through. I think that's a fine standard. At Noisebridge, we should all agree on changes that are being made. We don't need lots of top-down rules unless there's consensus among everybody that we should have them.
* Mark: What this is trying to address is that someone can stonewall items based on pure ideology.
* Ben: In theory. But then other Members could vote to disbar them. We're talking about extreme hypothetical situations here.
* Mark: This happened recently with a ... Member? ex-Member? Not sure their current status. Not saying it's a perfect solution, just want to explain that.
* JD: There's a difference between consensus and unanimity. In terms of the organizational structure of egalitarian collectives, many of them run on majorities or supermajorities along those lines, because allowing complete veto power to one individual is antithetical to a flat hierarchy. I'm surprised it's stayed in effect for so long considering the rhetoric of our space. It's not a big reach to say hey, find someone else to implement this. You can't just arbitrarily block; you have to articulate a region.
* Mark: It forces the conversation to continue and the blocker to really, sincerely consider their position.
* Loren: I share Ben's concern. I feel like if there's another positive vision that we could move to [unfinished]. This is a band-aid. I want to pass this again for like 3 or 6 months. It's a little bit of a weird rule that if we don't renew it, it lapses.
* Mark: I have a question. The premise of the question is, we have no data on how this works and what it does. We have not actually put it into practice yet. Until we have data on it and have data on how it works in practice, we should keep it so we can try it, right? That could be 3 months from now, or 6 months from now, or whenever a Consensus Item finally triggers this. So the question is: Should we make it until a Consensus Item finally triggers this?
* Mark and JD agree they'll forget all about it six months from now.
* Ben: Kick that can down the road.
* Peter: Can we include it in the Consensus process on the wiki?
* JD: "This is currently the policy and will be reviewed on [date]." February 23rd? 27th, 'cause that's a Tuesday.
* [someone]: OK, I'm editing the page.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1: What is the status on MakerFaire participation? ==

* October 13-15 && 20th - 22nd weekends Fri/Sat/Sun
* Pyconaut is the person to contact about this !!
* See #makerfaire channel in Discord!
* Peter was looking at ferry schedules to vallejo and you will probably have to drive bc the ferry is not promising
* Must announce ticket price increase in 2 DAYS!! 20 seconds !

== Discussion Item 2: Brief wiki demo ==

* Approving user account requests
**Endless stream of requests, many of which are bogus/spam/maybe LLM-generated and have blatantly spammy HTML tags in the sign-up description. If you know someone is a real person and Noisebridger, you can approve them on this page.
* Adding permissions
** We use bureaucrat and administrator user groups for all new users.
* Other... user page.

When Loren took over the wiki, he deleted 50,000 accounts from 10 years that had never made an edit. Sadly there's no "clear all" button.

* Peter: Are all these new users getting the admin and bureaucrat powers?
* Loren: No, those have to be manually conferred.

= Kudos (more) & (self-volunteer) To Dos =

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

= End of Meeting =

==Note taker posts the notes==

* Clean and tidy the meeting notes including removing all these really verbose instructions.
* Fill out the short summary at the top listing just announcements, consensus items, discussion topics, and names of new members and philanthropists.
* Copy paste the notes to the next meeting page. (They will become Last meeting at midnight.) https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
* Email the meeting summary to Noisebridge Discuss and Noisebridge Announce lists.
* CC on the email treasurer@noisebridge.net and secretary@noisebridge.net if there are new members and philanthropists.
* Edit the Current Consensus Items if anything is proposed for consensus next week.
* Edit the Consensus Items History if anything was reached consensus or failed to reach consensus this week.

==Fun things to do after==

* Do a 10 minute cleanup, bring dishes up stairs and wash them, clean the bathroom
* Have some beers on the patio
* Prepare the next weeks' meeting notes
* Lick the walls. Or just draw on them
* sing the [[Hackernationale]] (this almost never happens)

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Meeting Notes Template

2023-08-30T05:07:00Z

Boredzo: Clarifying this a little.

{{meetings}}

* Click [https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Meeting_Notes_Template&action=edit Edit] in the MediaWiki top bar (or [https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Meeting_Notes_Template&action=edit&preview=no Edit without preview]) and copy all the source code into the new meeting notes page.
* Delete this paragraph from the actual notes. (Keep in template, & in live copy for next iteration)
---

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The XXXth Meeting of Noisebridge].

*Live notes
**https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting
*Virtual Meeting (jitsi mic/cam off by default)
**https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium#config.startWithAudioMuted=true&config.startWithVideoMuted=true&userInfo.displayName=%22n00b%22
**Backup link: https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge
** Update last meeting: https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
** Update next meeting: https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Next_meeting&redirect=no

Date: ADD THE DATE HERE in the format 2023_XX_XX as below

Edit the meeting number above where it says the XXXth meeting of Noisebridge (by checking previous meetings)

ALSO EDIT PREVIOUS AND NEXT DATES IN THE WIKI LINKS BELOW

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_MONTH_DAY|Previous Meeting]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_MONTH_DAY|Next Meeting]]

Note-takers: FIXME YOUR NAME HERE

Moderators: PUT THEIR NAME HERE

* '''One or two bullet points of high-level meeting summary.'''

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update:
* Announcements:
* Finances:
* New members:
* New associates:
* Consensus Items:
* Discussion Items:

= Introductions =
* Ask people to share their '''name, access needs, and preferred gender pronouns''' what they do at noisebridge

= Short announcements and events =
* '''60-second description per item in bulletpoint.'''
* '''Copy-paste any pre-announcements for the upcoming meeting from [[Announcements]].'''
* '''After announcements, copy them to the past [[Announcements]] list. Retire any from the Next Meeting list that aren't marked ONGOING.'''
* (See https://www.noisebridge.net/ and https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events for events, and welcoming people)

= Excellence =
'''Our One Rule is to Be Excellent to Each Other.'''
(On first Tuesdays, seek a few definitions. Other Tuesday, give a 1-3 sentence summary.)

What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy
Everyone is expected to follow the Anti-Harassment Policy, please familiarize yourself with it.) TWO MINUTES MAX
More approachable & specific guidelines, https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Community_Standards

== Brief Kudos ==
Recent examples of excellent behavior, say 3, unless the passion moves you.

= Guilds =
* '''What are guilds - briefly describe''' (much like the previous section on "Excellence")

= New Members/Associate Members =
What are they? Is anyone trying to become a Member or Associate Member? If not move on. No long discussions.

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
'''Anarchist societies under a capitalist state need money to survive and thrive, yo.'''

* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.

== Fundraising Update ==
'''How's it all going'''

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== [[ Consensus Items ]] ==
Only for talking about Big C consensus items, small c consensus items should be discussed with people at the space at the time of the change/new item.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1 ==

== Discussion Item 2 ==

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

= End of Meeting =

==Note taker posts the notes==

* Clean and tidy the meeting notes including removing all these really verbose instructions.
* Fill out the short summary at the top listing just announcements, consensus items, discussion topics, and names of new members and philanthropists.
* Copy paste the notes to the next meeting page. (They will become Last meeting at midnight.) https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
* Email the meeting summary to Noisebridge Discuss and Noisebridge Announce lists.
* CC on the email treasurer@noisebridge.net and secretary@noisebridge.net if there are new members and philanthropists.
* Edit the Current Consensus Items if anything is proposed for consensus next week.
* Edit the Consensus Items History if anything was reached consensus or failed to reach consensus this week.

==Fun things to do after==

* Do a 10 minute cleanup, bring dishes up stairs and wash them, clean the bathroom
* Have some beers on the patio
* Prepare the next weeks' meeting notes
* Lick the walls. Or just draw on them
* sing the [[Hackernationale]] (this almost never happens)

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Current Consensus Items

2023-08-30T05:03:41Z

Boredzo: Couple of clarifying edits.

{{meetings}}
This is a page for hosting consensus items currently under debate, with their formal wording.

You might be looking for
* the [[Draft Consensus Items]] page, instead? If your consensus item still drafty, in need of much revision, and not something that you think people already can more or less agree with.
* [[Consensus_Items_History|Consensus Items History]] is the public record of consensus items that have been decided on in the past. Please move the records from the "Current" page to the "History" page once they've been approved/blocked.

{| class="wikitable sortable" border="1"

|-
| Date First Discussed [[XX Month, Year]]
| Proposed By [[User:User|User]]
| Informal Title
| Summary
| Author of this Record [[User:User|User]]
|-

|-
| August 29, 2023
| proposed by [[User:Mwillson|Mark]]
| Renewing May 23rd Consensus Item
|TEMPORARILY RENEWED FOR SIX MORE MONTHS - PLEASE CHECK AND REVIEW Feb 27th, 2024
Updating blocking requirement for big C consensus items from 1 to 2 people.
Currently in order to block a big C consensus Item, we need only 1 member to block. Would like to update this number to 2 members. Perhaps the 1 member to block made sense when the community was tiny. It doesn't make sense anymore in our much larger community. If you cant convince anyone else to block with you, then maybe you just have bad ideas. The community should not have to make changes only folks with bad ideas think are good.

This change would be provisional for 3 months [from May 23, 2023]. Also would only apply for member proposed consensus items, non-member proposed consensus items would still be block able by a single member. Also only 1 member would be required to block new membership. Also if any one member would like to block, but cannot because they are alone, they can request a 1 week hold to defer decision for an additional 3rd week. Finally being able to articulate reasons for blocking is required. Good faith blocking is the only acceptable kind of blocking. If no 'legitimate' reasons for blocking can be supplied then they community can override the block. Obviously this is subjective. However blocking just 'because' is not considered viable reason to block and wont be honored.
|Author of this record: [[User:Mwillson|Mark]]
|-

! Date First Discussed
! Proposed By
! Informal Title
! Summary
! Author of this Record



|}

Meeting Notes 2023 08 29

2023-08-30T04:59:30Z

Boredzo: /* Meeting Summary */

{{meetings}}

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The 738th Meeting of Noisebridge].

*Live notes
**https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting
*Virtual Meeting (jitsi mic/cam off by default)
**https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium#config.startWithAudioMuted=true&config.startWithVideoMuted=true&userInfo.displayName=%22n00b%22
**Backup link: https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge

Date: [[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_29|2023_08_29]]

Note-takers: Mark, Loren, Peter

Moderators: Cloud, Kelsey

* '''One or two bullet points of high-level meeting summary.'''

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update:
** Kelsey has not made socks yet.
* Announcements:
** From Kelsey: A new meetup request ! Transit hacking - tentatively Wednesdays @ 6PM, including TOMORROW!
** From Peter: For setting up the meeting in the future, you will need a google, github or facebook account to open Jitsi meetings in the future (policy side from Jitsi, nothing we can change without hosting our own jitsi!)
** From Emeline: please tip our muralist! Donations to noisebridge and she redistributes, or direct to him
** From Loren: please channel requests for NB infrastructure things to me! I want computers better serving us and the space! We want people to have access to things and power to do-ocratically do stuff!
* Finances:
** We have a Certificate of Deposit now! Expires in June. Should help shave off a little of the monthly burn. See #finance-wg in Slack
* New members: None
* New associates: None
* Consensus Items:
** Updating Membership Application Process: PASSED
** Renewing Farley's Consensus Item from May 23, 2023 - "Updating blocking requirement for big C consensus items from 1 to 2 people.": Advances to week 2
* Discussion Items:
** Maker Faire Bay Area: October 13–15 and 20–22. Ticket prices go up Thursday, August 31! Talk to pyconaut/#makerfaire if you want to help out. Ferry schedule to Vallejo sucks; expect to drive/carpool.
** Loren demoed wiki administration

= Introductions =
* Ask people to share their '''name, access needs, and preferred gender pronouns''' what they do at noisebridge

* Kelsey - access needs (great so far, to be heard). Working on a bike gizmo, and soon, some meetups.
* Cloud - she/her. 5MoF, How to get lucky scientifically
* Ben - he/him. (You all know me) CNC guild.
* Peter - they/them (mostly working on accessories for film photgraphy)
* Mark - do video game stuff and janitorial
* JD - do stuff and things (lazer training and CNC, etc etc)
* Loren - he. I also clean up the 'bridge. Rack/ Infrastructure meetup on Mondays!

= Short announcements and events =
* '''60-second description per item in bulletpoint.'''
* '''Copy-paste any pre-announcements for the upcoming meeting from [[Announcements]].'''
* '''After announcements, copy them to the past [[Announcements]] list. Retire any from the Next Meeting list that aren't marked ONGOING.'''
* (See https://www.noisebridge.net/ and https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events for events, and welcoming people)

* A new meetup request ! @ Kelsey Transit hacking - tentatively Wednesdays @ 6PM, including TOMORROW!
* From Peter: For setting up the meeting in the future, you will need a google, github or facebook account to open Jitsi meetings in the future (policy side from Jitsi, nothing we can change without hosting our own jitsi!)
* From Emeline: please tip our muralist! Donations to noisebridge and she redistributes, or direct to him

* Loren:
*# want to do a rundown later of how to approve new users for the wiki
*# please channel requests for NB infrastructure things to me! I want computers better serving us and the space! We want people to have access to things and power to do-ocratically do stuff!

= Excellence =
'''Our One Rule is to Be Excellent to Each Other.'''
(On first Tuesdays, seek a few definitions. Other Tuesday, give a 1-3 sentence summary.)

What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

As in, treat the space well, treat eachother well, try to help out when you can. Don't let others do dumb stuff! If you see people doing fun things, maybe consider joining them!

When you see something that needs doing, do it! Be nice. Respect people's boundaries.

(Follow the Four Agreements. look it up if you're not in the know ;)

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy
Everyone is expected to follow the Anti-Harassment Policy, please familiarize yourself with it.) TWO MINUTES MAX
More approachable & specific guidelines, https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Community_Standards

== Brief Kudos ==

Emeline and Liz made Certificate of Deposit happen - our savings are more secure and accruing better interest now!

Kelsey for taking out the trash!

Kelsey, Cloud and Ben for helping get the meeting running today!

Kelsey thx ppl for helping her get access/ helping figure out how to use Meetup.

= Guilds =
* '''What are guilds - briefly describe''' (much like the previous section on "Excellence")

Noisebridge has guilds - join one!

Loren: Wiki and Infra are getting people more excited about participating in editing and maintaining our digital presence!

= New Members/Associate Members =
What are they? Is anyone trying to become a Member or Associate Member? If not move on. No long discussions.

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
'''Anarchist societies under a capitalist state need money to survive and thrive, yo.'''

* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.

Ben looking for some new equipment for the CNC machine.

JD: Go ahead and purchase and we will reimburse you one way or another.

Peter: Could use a webcam for the upstairs computer? (which we were using to host this meeting)

== Fundraising Update ==
'''How's it all going'''

Kelsey - have not made any socks for NB yet! D'oh

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== 1. Updating Membership Application Process - Week 2 ==

Proposal:
# Amend the Feb 2022 Membership process Consensus item to say "oh shit" period is no longer necessary,
# Amend the Membership application form and associated documentation to state clearly that all sponsors must be Full (Big M) Members in good standing.
# Require that during active application status, it be noted in each weekly meeting notes during review the prospective Member and their sponsor, (write down the date of each meeting when it happens).

=== Discussion notes: ===

Defintion of OH shit period was a two week period post membership approval period where the membership could be revoked. It was a grace period created in 2018. It was implmented last year to change the process for application + the timeline which includes additional timeline to review the application -> required to add this second item below -> so this all happens in clear communication.

* Kelsey flags a small concern of wanting a sponsor to have a relationship with tha applicant so that person can guide them through the space.
* Mark doesn't think 2 months is too long of a time to go through a process to be thought a good steward of the community. Went through a longer process for a college club. Would much rather have Associate Members be sponsored by someone who's been around at least that long, rather than *potentially* being "let in"/sponsored by someone who's only been here a week and has no idea of the history of this space. Doesn't trust that a fledgling Associate Member is aware enough of a lot of the potential issues with sponsoring a fledgling Associate Member.
* Loren: Consider it as an introducer option on the form which would allow to denote the more personal connection on how someone is introduced into the space. Request for mechanism to contact.
* Jd talking about how access is one of the largest incentives for people in the space more than the title -> trying to get people the 30-day access to the shed.
* Kudos to Daniel, working on new access system. (and efforts of Rob and Paul).
* Mark holds that Membership should be a responsibility, not a privilege; the emphasis should not be on the title.
* Kelsey likes the introducer option. We want to continue discussion on that later.
* Loren changes wording, to be more concise.

Movement has passed! Consensus has been reached!

Ben voices concern that we want to ensure we're getting people to donate. And titles, "membership" does this. People care about access. Let's get donations from more people.

== 2. Renewing Farley's Consensus Item from May 23, 2023 - "Updating blocking requirement for big C consensus items from 1 to 2 people." ==

<blockquote>Currently in order to block a big C consensus Item, we need only 1 member to block. Would like to update this number to 2 members. Perhaps the 1 member to block made sense when the community was tiny. It doesn't make sense anymore in our much larger community. If you cant convince anyone else to block with you, then maybe you just have bad ideas. The community should not have to make changes only folks with bad ideas think are good.

This change would be provisional for 3 months. Also would only apply for member proposed consensus items, non-member proposed consensus items would still be block able by a single member. Also only 1 member would be required to block new membership. Also if any one member would like to block, but cannot because they are alone, they can request a 1 week hold to defer decision for an additional 3rd week. Finally being able to articulate reasons for blocking is required. Good faith blocking is the only acceptable kind of blocking. If no 'legitimate' reasons for blocking can be supplied then they community can override the block. Obviously this is subjective. However blocking just 'because' is not considered viable reason to block and wont be honored.
</blockquote>

* Kelsey asks whether this has been a real problem. What's the backstory on this?
* JD: Sometimes you have some people working on a thing, then someone shows up unaware of that collaboration and says "I'm going to block that" without understanding what was being discussed. Recent example was the lock on the sewing room door. That was done with consensus, and someone intervened to block it without knowing that it was the same key as the front door, so it was just to keep intruders from damaging/stealing stuff, not to keep Noisebridgers out of the room.
* Kelsey: Wants to confirm that she's reading the right thing (referring to the quoted item above). With the backstory, that makes sense. Folks in Noisebridge tend to be on the same page about things. Seems like there would be more than one blocking vote if something were really bad.
* Ben: I feel the example JD gave is worth examining. Someone blocked without knowing the story, was told the story, and withdrew their block. I feel that's the one-block system working. In courts, the jury has to agree in order to convict. One vote against means that it doesn't go through. I think that's a fine standard. At Noisebridge, we should all agree on changes that are being made. We don't need lots of top-down rules unless there's consensus among everybody that we should have them.
* Mark: What this is trying to address is that someone can stonewall items based on pure ideology.
* Ben: In theory. But then other Members could vote to disbar them. We're talking about extreme hypothetical situations here.
* Mark: This happened recently with a ... Member? ex-Member? Not sure their current status. Not saying it's a perfect solution, just want to explain that.
* JD: There's a difference between consensus and unanimity. In terms of the organizational structure of egalitarian collectives, many of them run on majorities or supermajorities along those lines, because allowing complete veto power to one individual is antithetical to a flat hierarchy. I'm surprised it's stayed in effect for so long considering the rhetoric of our space. It's not a big reach to say hey, find someone else to implement this. You can't just arbitrarily block; you have to articulate a region.
* Mark: It forces the conversation to continue and the blocker to really, sincerely consider their position.
* Loren: I share Ben's concern. I feel like if there's another positive vision that we could move to [unfinished]. This is a band-aid. I want to pass this again for like 3 or 6 months. It's a little bit of a weird rule that if we don't renew it, it lapses.
* Mark: I have a question. The premise of the question is, we have no data on how this works and what it does. We have not actually put it into practice yet. Until we have data on it and have data on how it works in practice, we should keep it so we can try it, right? That could be 3 months from now, or 6 months from now, or whenever a Consensus Item finally triggers this. So the question is: Should we make it until a Consensus Item finally triggers this?
* Mark and JD agree they'll forget all about it six months from now.
* Ben: Kick that can down the road.
* Peter: Can we include it in the Consensus process on the wiki?
* JD: "This is currently the policy and will be reviewed on [date]." February 23rd? 27th, 'cause that's a Tuesday.
* [someone]: OK, I'm editing the page.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1: What is the status on MakerFaire participation? ==

* October 13-15 && 20th - 22nd weekends Fri/Sat/Sun
* Pyconaut is the person to contact about this !!
* See #makerfaire channel in Discord!
* Peter was looking at ferry schedules to vallejo and you will probably have to drive bc the ferry is not promising
* Must announce ticket price increase in 2 DAYS!! 20 seconds !

== Discussion Item 2: Brief wiki demo ==

* Approving user account requests
**Endless stream of requests, many of which are bogus/spam/maybe LLM-generated and have blatantly spammy HTML tags in the sign-up description. If you know someone is a real person and Noisebridger, you can approve them on this page.
* Adding permissions
** We use bureaucrat and administrator user groups for all new users.
* Other... user page.

When Loren took over the wiki, he deleted 50,000 accounts from 10 years that had never made an edit. Sadly there's no "clear all" button.

* Peter: Are all these new users getting the admin and bureaucrat powers?
* Loren: No, those have to be manually conferred.

= Kudos (more) & (self-volunteer) To Dos =

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

= End of Meeting =

==Note taker posts the notes==

* Clean and tidy the meeting notes including removing all these really verbose instructions.
* Fill out the short summary at the top listing just announcements, consensus items, discussion topics, and names of new members and philanthropists.
* Copy paste the notes to the next meeting page. (They will become Last meeting at midnight.) https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
* Email the meeting summary to Noisebridge Discuss and Noisebridge Announce lists.
* CC on the email treasurer@noisebridge.net and secretary@noisebridge.net if there are new members and philanthropists.
* Edit the Current Consensus Items if anything is proposed for consensus next week.
* Edit the Consensus Items History if anything was reached consensus or failed to reach consensus this week.

==Fun things to do after==

* Do a 10 minute cleanup, bring dishes up stairs and wash them, clean the bathroom
* Have some beers on the patio
* Prepare the next weeks' meeting notes
* Lick the walls. Or just draw on them
* sing the [[Hackernationale]] (this almost never happens)

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Meeting Notes 2023 08 29

2023-08-30T04:55:48Z

Boredzo: /* Spending Needs */

{{meetings}}

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The 738th Meeting of Noisebridge].

*Live notes
**https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting
*Virtual Meeting (jitsi mic/cam off by default)
**https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium#config.startWithAudioMuted=true&config.startWithVideoMuted=true&userInfo.displayName=%22n00b%22
**Backup link: https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge

Date: [[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_29|2023_08_29]]

Note-takers: Mark, Loren, Peter

Moderators: Cloud, Kelsey

* '''One or two bullet points of high-level meeting summary.'''

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update:
* Announcements:
* Finances:
* New members:
* New associates:
* Consensus Items:
* Discussion Items:

= Introductions =
* Ask people to share their '''name, access needs, and preferred gender pronouns''' what they do at noisebridge

* Kelsey - access needs (great so far, to be heard). Working on a bike gizmo, and soon, some meetups.
* Cloud - she/her. 5MoF, How to get lucky scientifically
* Ben - he/him. (You all know me) CNC guild.
* Peter - they/them (mostly working on accessories for film photgraphy)
* Mark - do video game stuff and janitorial
* JD - do stuff and things (lazer training and CNC, etc etc)
* Loren - he. I also clean up the 'bridge. Rack/ Infrastructure meetup on Mondays!

= Short announcements and events =
* '''60-second description per item in bulletpoint.'''
* '''Copy-paste any pre-announcements for the upcoming meeting from [[Announcements]].'''
* '''After announcements, copy them to the past [[Announcements]] list. Retire any from the Next Meeting list that aren't marked ONGOING.'''
* (See https://www.noisebridge.net/ and https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events for events, and welcoming people)

* A new meetup request ! @ Kelsey Transit hacking - tentatively Wednesdays @ 6PM, including TOMORROW!
* From Peter: For setting up the meeting in the future, you will need a google, github or facebook account to open Jitsi meetings in the future (policy side from Jitsi, nothing we can change without hosting our own jitsi!)
* From Emeline: please tip our muralist! Donations to noisebridge and she redistributes, or direct to him

* Loren:
*# want to do a rundown later of how to approve new users for the wiki
*# please channel requests for NB infrastructure things to me! I want computers better serving us and the space! We want people to have access to things and power to do-ocratically do stuff!

= Excellence =
'''Our One Rule is to Be Excellent to Each Other.'''
(On first Tuesdays, seek a few definitions. Other Tuesday, give a 1-3 sentence summary.)

What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

As in, treat the space well, treat eachother well, try to help out when you can. Don't let others do dumb stuff! If you see people doing fun things, maybe consider joining them!

When you see something that needs doing, do it! Be nice. Respect people's boundaries.

(Follow the Four Agreements. look it up if you're not in the know ;)

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy
Everyone is expected to follow the Anti-Harassment Policy, please familiarize yourself with it.) TWO MINUTES MAX
More approachable & specific guidelines, https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Community_Standards

== Brief Kudos ==

Emeline and Liz made Certificate of Deposit happen - our savings are more secure and accruing better interest now!

Kelsey for taking out the trash!

Kelsey, Cloud and Ben for helping get the meeting running today!

Kelsey thx ppl for helping her get access/ helping figure out how to use Meetup.

= Guilds =
* '''What are guilds - briefly describe''' (much like the previous section on "Excellence")

Noisebridge has guilds - join one!

Loren: Wiki and Infra are getting people more excited about participating in editing and maintaining our digital presence!

= New Members/Associate Members =
What are they? Is anyone trying to become a Member or Associate Member? If not move on. No long discussions.

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
'''Anarchist societies under a capitalist state need money to survive and thrive, yo.'''

* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.

Ben looking for some new equipment for the CNC machine.

JD: Go ahead and purchase and we will reimburse you one way or another.

Peter: Could use a webcam for the upstairs computer? (which we were using to host this meeting)

== Fundraising Update ==
'''How's it all going'''

Kelsey - have not made any socks for NB yet! D'oh

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== 1. Updating Membership Application Process - Week 2 ==

Proposal:
# Amend the Feb 2022 Membership process Consensus item to say "oh shit" period is no longer necessary,
# Amend the Membership application form and associated documentation to state clearly that all sponsors must be Full (Big M) Members in good standing.
# Require that during active application status, it be noted in each weekly meeting notes during review the prospective Member and their sponsor, (write down the date of each meeting when it happens).

=== Discussion notes: ===

Defintion of OH shit period was a two week period post membership approval period where the membership could be revoked. It was a grace period created in 2018. It was implmented last year to change the process for application + the timeline which includes additional timeline to review the application -> required to add this second item below -> so this all happens in clear communication.

* Kelsey flags a small concern of wanting a sponsor to have a relationship with tha applicant so that person can guide them through the space.
* Mark doesn't think 2 months is too long of a time to go through a process to be thought a good steward of the community. Went through a longer process for a college club. Would much rather have Associate Members be sponsored by someone who's been around at least that long, rather than *potentially* being "let in"/sponsored by someone who's only been here a week and has no idea of the history of this space. Doesn't trust that a fledgling Associate Member is aware enough of a lot of the potential issues with sponsoring a fledgling Associate Member.
* Loren: Consider it as an introducer option on the form which would allow to denote the more personal connection on how someone is introduced into the space. Request for mechanism to contact.
* Jd talking about how access is one of the largest incentives for people in the space more than the title -> trying to get people the 30-day access to the shed.
* Kudos to Daniel, working on new access system. (and efforts of Rob and Paul).
* Mark holds that Membership should be a responsibility, not a privilege; the emphasis should not be on the title.
* Kelsey likes the introducer option. We want to continue discussion on that later.
* Loren changes wording, to be more concise.

Movement has passed! Consensus has been reached!

Ben voices concern that we want to ensure we're getting people to donate. And titles, "membership" does this. People care about access. Let's get donations from more people.

== 2. Renewing Farley's Consensus Item from May 23, 2023 - "Updating blocking requirement for big C consensus items from 1 to 2 people." ==

<blockquote>Currently in order to block a big C consensus Item, we need only 1 member to block. Would like to update this number to 2 members. Perhaps the 1 member to block made sense when the community was tiny. It doesn't make sense anymore in our much larger community. If you cant convince anyone else to block with you, then maybe you just have bad ideas. The community should not have to make changes only folks with bad ideas think are good.

This change would be provisional for 3 months. Also would only apply for member proposed consensus items, non-member proposed consensus items would still be block able by a single member. Also only 1 member would be required to block new membership. Also if any one member would like to block, but cannot because they are alone, they can request a 1 week hold to defer decision for an additional 3rd week. Finally being able to articulate reasons for blocking is required. Good faith blocking is the only acceptable kind of blocking. If no 'legitimate' reasons for blocking can be supplied then they community can override the block. Obviously this is subjective. However blocking just 'because' is not considered viable reason to block and wont be honored.
</blockquote>

* Kelsey asks whether this has been a real problem. What's the backstory on this?
* JD: Sometimes you have some people working on a thing, then someone shows up unaware of that collaboration and says "I'm going to block that" without understanding what was being discussed. Recent example was the lock on the sewing room door. That was done with consensus, and someone intervened to block it without knowing that it was the same key as the front door, so it was just to keep intruders from damaging/stealing stuff, not to keep Noisebridgers out of the room.
* Kelsey: Wants to confirm that she's reading the right thing (referring to the quoted item above). With the backstory, that makes sense. Folks in Noisebridge tend to be on the same page about things. Seems like there would be more than one blocking vote if something were really bad.
* Ben: I feel the example JD gave is worth examining. Someone blocked without knowing the story, was told the story, and withdrew their block. I feel that's the one-block system working. In courts, the jury has to agree in order to convict. One vote against means that it doesn't go through. I think that's a fine standard. At Noisebridge, we should all agree on changes that are being made. We don't need lots of top-down rules unless there's consensus among everybody that we should have them.
* Mark: What this is trying to address is that someone can stonewall items based on pure ideology.
* Ben: In theory. But then other Members could vote to disbar them. We're talking about extreme hypothetical situations here.
* Mark: This happened recently with a ... Member? ex-Member? Not sure their current status. Not saying it's a perfect solution, just want to explain that.
* JD: There's a difference between consensus and unanimity. In terms of the organizational structure of egalitarian collectives, many of them run on majorities or supermajorities along those lines, because allowing complete veto power to one individual is antithetical to a flat hierarchy. I'm surprised it's stayed in effect for so long considering the rhetoric of our space. It's not a big reach to say hey, find someone else to implement this. You can't just arbitrarily block; you have to articulate a region.
* Mark: It forces the conversation to continue and the blocker to really, sincerely consider their position.
* Loren: I share Ben's concern. I feel like if there's another positive vision that we could move to [unfinished]. This is a band-aid. I want to pass this again for like 3 or 6 months. It's a little bit of a weird rule that if we don't renew it, it lapses.
* Mark: I have a question. The premise of the question is, we have no data on how this works and what it does. We have not actually put it into practice yet. Until we have data on it and have data on how it works in practice, we should keep it so we can try it, right? That could be 3 months from now, or 6 months from now, or whenever a Consensus Item finally triggers this. So the question is: Should we make it until a Consensus Item finally triggers this?
* Mark and JD agree they'll forget all about it six months from now.
* Ben: Kick that can down the road.
* Peter: Can we include it in the Consensus process on the wiki?
* JD: "This is currently the policy and will be reviewed on [date]." February 23rd? 27th, 'cause that's a Tuesday.
* [someone]: OK, I'm editing the page.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1: What is the status on MakerFaire participation? ==

* October 13-15 && 20th - 22nd weekends Fri/Sat/Sun
* Pyconaut is the person to contact about this !!
* See #makerfaire channel in Discord!
* Peter was looking at ferry schedules to vallejo and you will probably have to drive bc the ferry is not promising
* Must announce ticket price increase in 2 DAYS!! 20 seconds !

== Discussion Item 2: Brief wiki demo ==

* Approving user account requests
**Endless stream of requests, many of which are bogus/spam/maybe LLM-generated and have blatantly spammy HTML tags in the sign-up description. If you know someone is a real person and Noisebridger, you can approve them on this page.
* Adding permissions
** We use bureaucrat and administrator user groups for all new users.
* Other... user page.

When Loren took over the wiki, he deleted 50,000 accounts from 10 years that had never made an edit. Sadly there's no "clear all" button.

* Peter: Are all these new users getting the admin and bureaucrat powers?
* Loren: No, those have to be manually conferred.

= Kudos (more) & (self-volunteer) To Dos =

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

= End of Meeting =

==Note taker posts the notes==

* Clean and tidy the meeting notes including removing all these really verbose instructions.
* Fill out the short summary at the top listing just announcements, consensus items, discussion topics, and names of new members and philanthropists.
* Copy paste the notes to the next meeting page. (They will become Last meeting at midnight.) https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
* Email the meeting summary to Noisebridge Discuss and Noisebridge Announce lists.
* CC on the email treasurer@noisebridge.net and secretary@noisebridge.net if there are new members and philanthropists.
* Edit the Current Consensus Items if anything is proposed for consensus next week.
* Edit the Consensus Items History if anything was reached consensus or failed to reach consensus this week.

==Fun things to do after==

* Do a 10 minute cleanup, bring dishes up stairs and wash them, clean the bathroom
* Have some beers on the patio
* Prepare the next weeks' meeting notes
* Lick the walls. Or just draw on them
* sing the [[Hackernationale]] (this almost never happens)

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Meeting Notes 2023 08 29

2023-08-30T04:49:05Z

Boredzo: Pasted and wiki-formatted from RiseUp pad.

{{meetings}}

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The 738th Meeting of Noisebridge].

*Live notes
**https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbmeeting
*Virtual Meeting (jitsi mic/cam off by default)
**https://jitsi.noisebridge.io/hackitorium#config.startWithAudioMuted=true&config.startWithVideoMuted=true&userInfo.displayName=%22n00b%22
**Backup link: https://meet.jit.si/noisebridge

Date: [[Meeting_Notes_2023_08_29|2023_08_29]]

Note-takers: Mark, Loren, Peter

Moderators: Cloud, Kelsey

* '''One or two bullet points of high-level meeting summary.'''

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update:
* Announcements:
* Finances:
* New members:
* New associates:
* Consensus Items:
* Discussion Items:

= Introductions =
* Ask people to share their '''name, access needs, and preferred gender pronouns''' what they do at noisebridge

* Kelsey - access needs (great so far, to be heard). Working on a bike gizmo, and soon, some meetups.
* Cloud - she/her. 5MoF, How to get lucky scientifically
* Ben - he/him. (You all know me) CNC guild.
* Peter - they/them (mostly working on accessories for film photgraphy)
* Mark - do video game stuff and janitorial
* JD - do stuff and things (lazer training and CNC, etc etc)
* Loren - he. I also clean up the 'bridge. Rack/ Infrastructure meetup on Mondays!

= Short announcements and events =
* '''60-second description per item in bulletpoint.'''
* '''Copy-paste any pre-announcements for the upcoming meeting from [[Announcements]].'''
* '''After announcements, copy them to the past [[Announcements]] list. Retire any from the Next Meeting list that aren't marked ONGOING.'''
* (See https://www.noisebridge.net/ and https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events for events, and welcoming people)

* A new meetup request ! @ Kelsey Transit hacking - tentatively Wednesdays @ 6PM, including TOMORROW!
* From Peter: For setting up the meeting in the future, you will need a google, github or facebook account to open Jitsi meetings in the future (policy side from Jitsi, nothing we can change without hosting our own jitsi!)
* From Emeline: please tip our muralist! Donations to noisebridge and she redistributes, or direct to him

* Loren:
*# want to do a rundown later of how to approve new users for the wiki
*# please channel requests for NB infrastructure things to me! I want computers better serving us and the space! We want people to have access to things and power to do-ocratically do stuff!

= Excellence =
'''Our One Rule is to Be Excellent to Each Other.'''
(On first Tuesdays, seek a few definitions. Other Tuesday, give a 1-3 sentence summary.)

What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

As in, treat the space well, treat eachother well, try to help out when you can. Don't let others do dumb stuff! If you see people doing fun things, maybe consider joining them!

When you see something that needs doing, do it! Be nice. Respect people's boundaries.

(Follow the Four Agreements. look it up if you're not in the know ;)

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy
Everyone is expected to follow the Anti-Harassment Policy, please familiarize yourself with it.) TWO MINUTES MAX
More approachable & specific guidelines, https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Community_Standards

== Brief Kudos ==

Emeline and Liz made Certificate of Deposit happen - our savings are more secure and accruing better interest now!

Kelsey for taking out the trash!

Kelsey, Cloud and Ben for helping get the meeting running today!

Kelsey thx ppl for helping her get access/ helping figure out how to use Meetup.

= Guilds =
* '''What are guilds - briefly describe''' (much like the previous section on "Excellence")

Noisebridge has guilds - join one!

Loren: Wiki and Infra are getting people more excited about participating in editing and maintaining our digital presence!

= New Members/Associate Members =
What are they? Is anyone trying to become a Member or Associate Member? If not move on. No long discussions.

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
'''Anarchist societies under a capitalist state need money to survive and thrive, yo.'''

* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.

Ben looking for some new equipment for the CNC machine.

JD: Go ahead and purchase and we will reimburse you one way or another.

Could use a webcam for the upstairs computer?

== Fundraising Update ==
'''How's it all going'''

Kelsey - have not made any socks for NB yet! D'oh

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== 1. Updating Membership Application Process - Week 2 ==

Proposal:
# Amend the Feb 2022 Membership process Consensus item to say "oh shit" period is no longer necessary,
# Amend the Membership application form and associated documentation to state clearly that all sponsors must be Full (Big M) Members in good standing.
# Require that during active application status, it be noted in each weekly meeting notes during review the prospective Member and their sponsor, (write down the date of each meeting when it happens).

=== Discussion notes: ===

Defintion of OH shit period was a two week period post membership approval period where the membership could be revoked. It was a grace period created in 2018. It was implmented last year to change the process for application + the timeline which includes additional timeline to review the application -> required to add this second item below -> so this all happens in clear communication.

* Kelsey flags a small concern of wanting a sponsor to have a relationship with tha applicant so that person can guide them through the space.
* Mark doesn't think 2 months is too long of a time to go through a process to be thought a good steward of the community. Went through a longer process for a college club. Would much rather have Associate Members be sponsored by someone who's been around at least that long, rather than *potentially* being "let in"/sponsored by someone who's only been here a week and has no idea of the history of this space. Doesn't trust that a fledgling Associate Member is aware enough of a lot of the potential issues with sponsoring a fledgling Associate Member.
* Loren: Consider it as an introducer option on the form which would allow to denote the more personal connection on how someone is introduced into the space. Request for mechanism to contact.
* Jd talking about how access is one of the largest incentives for people in the space more than the title -> trying to get people the 30-day access to the shed.
* Kudos to Daniel, working on new access system. (and efforts of Rob and Paul).
* Mark holds that Membership should be a responsibility, not a privilege; the emphasis should not be on the title.
* Kelsey likes the introducer option. We want to continue discussion on that later.
* Loren changes wording, to be more concise.

Movement has passed! Consensus has been reached!

Ben voices concern that we want to ensure we're getting people to donate. And titles, "membership" does this. People care about access. Let's get donations from more people.

== 2. Renewing Farley's Consensus Item from May 23, 2023 - "Updating blocking requirement for big C consensus items from 1 to 2 people." ==

<blockquote>Currently in order to block a big C consensus Item, we need only 1 member to block. Would like to update this number to 2 members. Perhaps the 1 member to block made sense when the community was tiny. It doesn't make sense anymore in our much larger community. If you cant convince anyone else to block with you, then maybe you just have bad ideas. The community should not have to make changes only folks with bad ideas think are good.

This change would be provisional for 3 months. Also would only apply for member proposed consensus items, non-member proposed consensus items would still be block able by a single member. Also only 1 member would be required to block new membership. Also if any one member would like to block, but cannot because they are alone, they can request a 1 week hold to defer decision for an additional 3rd week. Finally being able to articulate reasons for blocking is required. Good faith blocking is the only acceptable kind of blocking. If no 'legitimate' reasons for blocking can be supplied then they community can override the block. Obviously this is subjective. However blocking just 'because' is not considered viable reason to block and wont be honored.
</blockquote>

* Kelsey asks whether this has been a real problem. What's the backstory on this?
* JD: Sometimes you have some people working on a thing, then someone shows up unaware of that collaboration and says "I'm going to block that" without understanding what was being discussed. Recent example was the lock on the sewing room door. That was done with consensus, and someone intervened to block it without knowing that it was the same key as the front door, so it was just to keep intruders from damaging/stealing stuff, not to keep Noisebridgers out of the room.
* Kelsey: Wants to confirm that she's reading the right thing (referring to the quoted item above). With the backstory, that makes sense. Folks in Noisebridge tend to be on the same page about things. Seems like there would be more than one blocking vote if something were really bad.
* Ben: I feel the example JD gave is worth examining. Someone blocked without knowing the story, was told the story, and withdrew their block. I feel that's the one-block system working. In courts, the jury has to agree in order to convict. One vote against means that it doesn't go through. I think that's a fine standard. At Noisebridge, we should all agree on changes that are being made. We don't need lots of top-down rules unless there's consensus among everybody that we should have them.
* Mark: What this is trying to address is that someone can stonewall items based on pure ideology.
* Ben: In theory. But then other Members could vote to disbar them. We're talking about extreme hypothetical situations here.
* Mark: This happened recently with a ... Member? ex-Member? Not sure their current status. Not saying it's a perfect solution, just want to explain that.
* JD: There's a difference between consensus and unanimity. In terms of the organizational structure of egalitarian collectives, many of them run on majorities or supermajorities along those lines, because allowing complete veto power to one individual is antithetical to a flat hierarchy. I'm surprised it's stayed in effect for so long considering the rhetoric of our space. It's not a big reach to say hey, find someone else to implement this. You can't just arbitrarily block; you have to articulate a region.
* Mark: It forces the conversation to continue and the blocker to really, sincerely consider their position.
* Loren: I share Ben's concern. I feel like if there's another positive vision that we could move to [unfinished]. This is a band-aid. I want to pass this again for like 3 or 6 months. It's a little bit of a weird rule that if we don't renew it, it lapses.
* Mark: I have a question. The premise of the question is, we have no data on how this works and what it does. We have not actually put it into practice yet. Until we have data on it and have data on how it works in practice, we should keep it so we can try it, right? That could be 3 months from now, or 6 months from now, or whenever a Consensus Item finally triggers this. So the question is: Should we make it until a Consensus Item finally triggers this?
* Mark and JD agree they'll forget all about it six months from now.
* Ben: Kick that can down the road.
* Peter: Can we include it in the Consensus process on the wiki?
* JD: "This is currently the policy and will be reviewed on [date]." February 23rd? 27th, 'cause that's a Tuesday.
* [someone]: OK, I'm editing the page.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1: What is the status on MakerFaire participation? ==

* October 13-15 && 20th - 22nd weekends Fri/Sat/Sun
* Pyconaut is the person to contact about this !!
* See #makerfaire channel in Discord!
* Peter was looking at ferry schedules to vallejo and you will probably have to drive bc the ferry is not promising
* Must announce ticket price increase in 2 DAYS!! 20 seconds !

== Discussion Item 2: Brief wiki demo ==

* Approving user account requests
**Endless stream of requests, many of which are bogus/spam/maybe LLM-generated and have blatantly spammy HTML tags in the sign-up description. If you know someone is a real person and Noisebridger, you can approve them on this page.
* Adding permissions
** We use bureaucrat and administrator user groups for all new users.
* Other... user page.

When Loren took over the wiki, he deleted 50,000 accounts from 10 years that had never made an edit. Sadly there's no "clear all" button.

* Peter: Are all these new users getting the admin and bureaucrat powers?
* Loren: No, those have to be manually conferred.

= Kudos (more) & (self-volunteer) To Dos =

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

= End of Meeting =

==Note taker posts the notes==

* Clean and tidy the meeting notes including removing all these really verbose instructions.
* Fill out the short summary at the top listing just announcements, consensus items, discussion topics, and names of new members and philanthropists.
* Copy paste the notes to the next meeting page. (They will become Last meeting at midnight.) https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Last_meeting&redirect=no
* Email the meeting summary to Noisebridge Discuss and Noisebridge Announce lists.
* CC on the email treasurer@noisebridge.net and secretary@noisebridge.net if there are new members and philanthropists.
* Edit the Current Consensus Items if anything is proposed for consensus next week.
* Edit the Consensus Items History if anything was reached consensus or failed to reach consensus this week.

==Fun things to do after==

* Do a 10 minute cleanup, bring dishes up stairs and wash them, clean the bathroom
* Have some beers on the patio
* Prepare the next weeks' meeting notes
* Lick the walls. Or just draw on them
* sing the [[Hackernationale]] (this almost never happens)

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

CHJX 1 52 Automatic Knitting Machine

2023-07-26T14:15:48Z

Boredzo: Redirecting to Industrial Knitting Machine.

#redirect [[Industrial Knitting Machine]]

Industrial Knitting Machine

2023-07-26T14:15:04Z

Boredzo: Integrating into the Sewing side of the wiki.

{{sewing}}

Noisebridge has a [https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/2023-New-Fully-Automatic-Sweater-Flat_1600063265178.html CHJX-1-52] [https://www.raynen.cn/en/hengjidiankongxitong883/225.html Raynen F4000] based flat knitting machine sourced from Changshu Shengxingda Co, Ltd. It's in our [[Sewing]] room.

{{headerbox}}
This machine will require training to use it. Details to come.
{{boxend}}

[[File:Machine2.jpg|600px|||Knitting Machine]]

== Operations ==

[[File:knit1.jpeg|200px|thumb|right|Knitting Machine]]

* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ubc_aJjvSap3zNg8jYIAmtbF3YKVGhWx/view?usp=sharing Raynen F4000 Intelligent Control Of Flat Knitting Machine Manual] - Instructions and details for operating the Raynen F4000 flat knitting machine.

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIjpAPG02CAy6hJnGitySJj1jf2jESRc Youtube Tutorial Playlist] - A YouTube playlist with various software tutorials for the knitting machine.

* [http://en.hqcnc.com/about212.html Software Download]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIjpAPG02CD8vXO0j7pJUfr_nEQhUGxU Machine operations] - A YouTube playlist with how-tos for on machine operations.

* [https://www.youtube.com/@flat-knitting-machine/videos Dozens of videos on a manufacturer’s YouTube including some on repair and machine adjustments]

* [http://down.zjhqtech.com:800/admin/smallpic/HqPDS16_en.pdf Operation Manual of the Hengqiang Pattern Designing Software] - This manual provides instructions for using the Hengqiang Pattern Designing Software for machine knitting.

== Noisebridge Projects ==

[[File:Testknit.jpg|200px|thumb|left|A test knit]]

Coming soon. Your project could be here!

== Other Projects ==

* [https://github.com/fbz/knityak Knityak]

* [https://github.com/GameOfKnowing/QuineScarf QuineScarf]

* [https://fabacademy.org/2019/labs/zoi/students/danny-imbaquingo/project17.html Knitting machine project by Danny Imbaquingo]

== Research ==

* [https://studios.disneyresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/A-Compiler-for-3D-Machine-Knitting.pdf A Compiler for 3D Machine Knitting]

* [https://dl.acm.org/doi/abs/10.1145/3559400.3565584 Fabricating Accessible Designs with Knitting Machines]

== General Learning Resources ==

* [https://akaspar.pages.cba.mit.edu/machine-knitting/ Introduction to Machine Knitting]
* [https://www.meetup.com/noisebridge/events/ Machine Knitting 101 at Noisebridge]

== Software Tips and Tricks ==

* Use H1-1 when selecting machine model.

== How to use ==

* Guide coming soon! This machine is large, complicated, potentially dangerous if misused. It will require a training like the laser.
* This machine runs on 240V. Use the included transformer.

== Acquisition Process ==

[[File:Forklift1.jpg|200px|thumb|right|A Noisebridge member using a forklift to move the knitting machine crate]]

The plan was to acquire a single system, 52” 7 gauge automatic knitting machine (similar to Kniterate) from Jiangsu province in China and bring it to Noisebridge in San Francisco.

We asked 5 vendors for bids via Alibaba/Made-In-China.com/the internet at large and engaged [https://changshusxd.en.alibaba.com/ Changshu Shengxingda Co, Ltd] for a machine at a cost of ~$4000.

Here's the timeline of how it played out.

* April 10 - Initial research starts.
* April 27 - May 5 - Decision-making and engagement with the vendor.
* April 27 - May 1 - Discussions and paperwork with the freight forwarder.
* May 5 - Deposit paid for the machine, production begins; freight shipper contracted.
* May 24 - Machine delivered to the freight forwarder at Shanghai Port. The sailing vessel is Mol Celebration, with an estimated arrival on June 22 in Oakland.
* June 29 - Ship arrival at the Port of Oakland.
* June 29 - July 14 - Container stuck in Port due to a holiday, port backlog, and a customs inspection.
* July 19 - First delivery attempt.
* July 24 - Machine delivered to Noisebridge successfully.

Industrial Knitting Machine

2023-07-26T14:14:18Z

Boredzo: Moving that box up.

Noisebridge has a [https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/2023-New-Fully-Automatic-Sweater-Flat_1600063265178.html CHJX-1-52] [https://www.raynen.cn/en/hengjidiankongxitong883/225.html Raynen F4000] based flat knitting machine sourced from Changshu Shengxingda Co, Ltd.

{{headerbox}}
This machine will require training to use it. Details to come.
{{boxend}}

[[File:Machine2.jpg|600px|||Knitting Machine]]

== Operations ==

[[File:knit1.jpeg|200px|thumb|right|Knitting Machine]]

* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ubc_aJjvSap3zNg8jYIAmtbF3YKVGhWx/view?usp=sharing Raynen F4000 Intelligent Control Of Flat Knitting Machine Manual] - Instructions and details for operating the Raynen F4000 flat knitting machine.

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIjpAPG02CAy6hJnGitySJj1jf2jESRc Youtube Tutorial Playlist] - A YouTube playlist with various software tutorials for the knitting machine.

* [http://en.hqcnc.com/about212.html Software Download]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIjpAPG02CD8vXO0j7pJUfr_nEQhUGxU Machine operations] - A YouTube playlist with how-tos for on machine operations.

* [https://www.youtube.com/@flat-knitting-machine/videos Dozens of videos on a manufacturer’s YouTube including some on repair and machine adjustments]

* [http://down.zjhqtech.com:800/admin/smallpic/HqPDS16_en.pdf Operation Manual of the Hengqiang Pattern Designing Software] - This manual provides instructions for using the Hengqiang Pattern Designing Software for machine knitting.

== Noisebridge Projects ==

[[File:Testknit.jpg|200px|thumb|left|A test knit]]

Coming soon. Your project could be here!

== Other Projects ==

* [https://github.com/fbz/knityak Knityak]

* [https://github.com/GameOfKnowing/QuineScarf QuineScarf]

* [https://fabacademy.org/2019/labs/zoi/students/danny-imbaquingo/project17.html Knitting machine project by Danny Imbaquingo]

== Research ==

* [https://studios.disneyresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/A-Compiler-for-3D-Machine-Knitting.pdf A Compiler for 3D Machine Knitting]

* [https://dl.acm.org/doi/abs/10.1145/3559400.3565584 Fabricating Accessible Designs with Knitting Machines]

== General Learning Resources ==

* [https://akaspar.pages.cba.mit.edu/machine-knitting/ Introduction to Machine Knitting]
* [https://www.meetup.com/noisebridge/events/ Machine Knitting 101 at Noisebridge]

== Software Tips and Tricks ==

* Use H1-1 when selecting machine model.

== How to use ==

* Guide coming soon! This machine is large, complicated, potentially dangerous if misused. It will require a training like the laser.
* This machine runs on 240V. Use the included transformer.

== Acquisition Process ==

[[File:Forklift1.jpg|200px|thumb|right|A Noisebridge member using a forklift to move the knitting machine crate]]

The plan was to acquire a single system, 52” 7 gauge automatic knitting machine (similar to Kniterate) from Jiangsu province in China and bring it to Noisebridge in San Francisco.

We asked 5 vendors for bids via Alibaba/Made-In-China.com/the internet at large and engaged [https://changshusxd.en.alibaba.com/ Changshu Shengxingda Co, Ltd] for a machine at a cost of ~$4000.

Here's the timeline of how it played out.

* April 10 - Initial research starts.
* April 27 - May 5 - Decision-making and engagement with the vendor.
* April 27 - May 1 - Discussions and paperwork with the freight forwarder.
* May 5 - Deposit paid for the machine, production begins; freight shipper contracted.
* May 24 - Machine delivered to the freight forwarder at Shanghai Port. The sailing vessel is Mol Celebration, with an estimated arrival on June 22 in Oakland.
* June 29 - Ship arrival at the Port of Oakland.
* June 29 - July 14 - Container stuck in Port due to a holiday, port backlog, and a customs inspection.
* July 19 - First delivery attempt.
* July 24 - Machine delivered to Noisebridge successfully.

Industrial Knitting Machine

2023-07-26T14:13:55Z

Boredzo: Added a box at the top saying more prominently what's already noted below, that this machine will require training before use.

Noisebridge has a [https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/2023-New-Fully-Automatic-Sweater-Flat_1600063265178.html CHJX-1-52] [https://www.raynen.cn/en/hengjidiankongxitong883/225.html Raynen F4000] based flat knitting machine sourced from Changshu Shengxingda Co, Ltd.

[[File:Machine2.jpg|600px|||Knitting Machine]]

{{headerbox}}
This machine will require training to use it. Details to come.
{{boxend}}

== Operations ==

[[File:knit1.jpeg|200px|thumb|right|Knitting Machine]]

* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ubc_aJjvSap3zNg8jYIAmtbF3YKVGhWx/view?usp=sharing Raynen F4000 Intelligent Control Of Flat Knitting Machine Manual] - Instructions and details for operating the Raynen F4000 flat knitting machine.

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIjpAPG02CAy6hJnGitySJj1jf2jESRc Youtube Tutorial Playlist] - A YouTube playlist with various software tutorials for the knitting machine.

* [http://en.hqcnc.com/about212.html Software Download]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIjpAPG02CD8vXO0j7pJUfr_nEQhUGxU Machine operations] - A YouTube playlist with how-tos for on machine operations.

* [https://www.youtube.com/@flat-knitting-machine/videos Dozens of videos on a manufacturer’s YouTube including some on repair and machine adjustments]

* [http://down.zjhqtech.com:800/admin/smallpic/HqPDS16_en.pdf Operation Manual of the Hengqiang Pattern Designing Software] - This manual provides instructions for using the Hengqiang Pattern Designing Software for machine knitting.

== Noisebridge Projects ==

[[File:Testknit.jpg|200px|thumb|left|A test knit]]

Coming soon. Your project could be here!

== Other Projects ==

* [https://github.com/fbz/knityak Knityak]

* [https://github.com/GameOfKnowing/QuineScarf QuineScarf]

* [https://fabacademy.org/2019/labs/zoi/students/danny-imbaquingo/project17.html Knitting machine project by Danny Imbaquingo]

== Research ==

* [https://studios.disneyresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/A-Compiler-for-3D-Machine-Knitting.pdf A Compiler for 3D Machine Knitting]

* [https://dl.acm.org/doi/abs/10.1145/3559400.3565584 Fabricating Accessible Designs with Knitting Machines]

== General Learning Resources ==

* [https://akaspar.pages.cba.mit.edu/machine-knitting/ Introduction to Machine Knitting]
* [https://www.meetup.com/noisebridge/events/ Machine Knitting 101 at Noisebridge]

== Software Tips and Tricks ==

* Use H1-1 when selecting machine model.

== How to use ==

* Guide coming soon! This machine is large, complicated, potentially dangerous if misused. It will require a training like the laser.
* This machine runs on 240V. Use the included transformer.

== Acquisition Process ==

[[File:Forklift1.jpg|200px|thumb|right|A Noisebridge member using a forklift to move the knitting machine crate]]

The plan was to acquire a single system, 52” 7 gauge automatic knitting machine (similar to Kniterate) from Jiangsu province in China and bring it to Noisebridge in San Francisco.

We asked 5 vendors for bids via Alibaba/Made-In-China.com/the internet at large and engaged [https://changshusxd.en.alibaba.com/ Changshu Shengxingda Co, Ltd] for a machine at a cost of ~$4000.

Here's the timeline of how it played out.

* April 10 - Initial research starts.
* April 27 - May 5 - Decision-making and engagement with the vendor.
* April 27 - May 1 - Discussions and paperwork with the freight forwarder.
* May 5 - Deposit paid for the machine, production begins; freight shipper contracted.
* May 24 - Machine delivered to the freight forwarder at Shanghai Port. The sailing vessel is Mol Celebration, with an estimated arrival on June 22 in Oakland.
* June 29 - Ship arrival at the Port of Oakland.
* June 29 - July 14 - Container stuck in Port due to a holiday, port backlog, and a customs inspection.
* July 19 - First delivery attempt.
* July 24 - Machine delivered to Noisebridge successfully.

Template:Sewing

2023-07-26T14:10:48Z

Boredzo: Consolidating the two knitting machine pages down to one.

{{fabrication}}
{{box4}}'''[[Sewing]]''' | [[Sewing Project Night]] | [[Sewing/Training|Training]] | [[Vinyl cutter]] | [[Embroidery|Embroidery Machine]] | [[Industrial Knitting Machine|Knitting Machine]] | [[MeritBadges/Sewing|Sewing Merit Badge]] | [[Button maker]] | [[:Template:sewing|Edit]]
{{boxend}}

Sewing

2023-07-26T14:10:24Z

Boredzo: /* Knitting Machine */ Consolidating the two knitting machine pages down to one.

{{sewing}}
{{blackbox}}[[File:Sewingstation.jpg|200px|right]] You are in the Sewing Studio of Noisebridge [[upstairs]].

You see sewing machines, fabric, a large cutting table, sewing tools, and knitting machines.

'''EXITS:''' [[Upstairs]]
{{cursorboxend}}
{{headerbox}}
'''Noisebridge's sewing guild hosts sewing events and maintains three industrial sewing machines, a variety of domestic sewing machines, and knitting machines.'''

* '''RESOURCES:''' Sewing Machines, Knitting Machines, Rug-making Machine, [[Vinyl Cutter]] (downstairs near Print Shop)
* '''EVENTS:''' [[Sewing Project Night|Sewing Mondays 7-8PM, check meetup for exact times]]
* '''CHANNELS:''' #sewingstation on [[Slack]], [https://discord.gg/VzQPXCmW Sewing Channel on Discord]
* '''GET TRAINED:''' [[Sewing/Who_can_use_the_sewing_machines|Who can use the sewing machines]]
* '''MAINTAINERS:''' [[User:e_mln_e|Emeline/@e_mln_e]] / [[User:zullia|Alaina]]
{{recruiting}}
{{photography}}
{{boxend}}

[[File:Sewingstation.jpg|500px|link=sewing|right|thumb|The [[2169]] sewing station. The [[272]] version is upstairs.]]
[[Image:Starfive - q's noisebridge project.jpg|thumb|right|Craft hacking]]

=EVENTS=

* [[Sewing Project Night]]

==Past Events==
* In early 2019, we had a “Sewing Machine Fix-a-Thon” in which we serviced some of our sewing machines and determined what parts needed to be ordered.
* Open Project Night, an unstructured event in which participants brought their own projects for repair and alterations help, advice on techniques, materials, and machines, starting a new project with materials at the space, and just having fun sewing with fellow makers
* Sew With Knits, in which we went over how to operate the industrial serger, how to operate the domestic coverstitch, overview of domestic sewing machine stitch types appropriate for stretch knit material, and advice on participants' projects

=HOW TO BE EXCELLENT BY NOT BREAKING THE MACHINES=

We have home machines and industrial machines, and the home machines are all, to varying degrees, much more breakable. They're consumer products, often designed and built with a modern “what is this ‘repair’ of which you speak?” mindset, not built to withstand abuse or rough handling.

To that end, here are some strong guidelines for how to Be Excellent and use the home sewing machines in ways that don't break them:

# '''First, always be gentle.''' Treat the machine like a puppy. It will bite you, die, or incur a huge bill if you damage it.
# '''Do not pull fabric through the machine.''' Let the feed dogs do the work, or drop them if you want to free-sew or embroider. Pulling work through the machine is a good way to bend or break the needle, damage the bobbin and/or bobbin case and/or shuttle, pull the shuttle out of phase, or otherwise damage something. You're lucky if it's the needle or bobbin; those are replaceable. Anything else takes the machine out of commission.
#* If fabric isn't feeding properly, you may need to adjust the presser foot pressure. See point #4.
# '''Always turn the handwheel the correct direction''' On most of our machines, this is '''towards you'''. If you can't remember, press lightly on the pedal and you'll be able to feel which way the handwheel wants to turn. Turning the handwheel the wrong way won't necessarily break the machine, but it can mess up your stitch, break your thread, or cause a snarl that can break the needle.
# '''Change the machine's configuration as you need, but put it back when you're done.''' Every machine should have a standard presser foot and a “universal” needle (size 90/14) loaded when not in use. It should be on the default settings for presser foot pressure and tension. Anyone who needs something different should make whatever changes they need, '''and''' change them back before they put the machine away/leave.
# '''Put the machine away when you're done/before leaving.''' The cutting table is not a machine storage rack.
# '''Keep the machine's parts with the machine.''' Some machines have a storage compartment on the front of the bed (the bottom portion of the machine where the bobbin is). The domestic machines have a kit for holding bobbins, feet, needles, spool caps, screwdrivers, and anything else necessary to using the machine. The pedal should be kept with the machine at all times, and should have a paper tag tied to it identifying which machine it belongs to. (Such tags are kept in a drawer in the sewing area.)
# '''Use the correct needle, and change the needle when needed.''' Always check which needle is loaded into the machine before you start sewing—make sure it's right for the type (woven vs. knit vs. solid) of fabric, the tightness of weave/knit, and the weight of the fabric.
#* Non-woven materials such as leather or vinyl require special “leather” needles, made to pierce solid objects. Knitted fabrics, including T-shirt fabric, require “ball point” needles, which are less likely to pierce/cut a yarn. Tight weaves such as microsuede may require “microtex” or “sharp” needles that can find their way between the yarns. Denim and heavy canvas may require “denim” (a.k.a. “jeans”) needles. Most normal woven fabrics will work with a “universal” needle.
#* If you're using the right kind of needle but it isn't going through/is skipping stitches or is stitching irregularly or with difficulty, try a heavier diameter or (if woven) a denim needle. Most likely the needle is not able to cleanly penetrate the fabric. Continuing to sew in this state is a good way to permanently bend (i.e., ruin) or break the needle.
#* Needles wear out! They are a consumable. If you're pretty sure you have the right kind and diameter of needle, change it out for another like one. If that works better, safely dispose of the worn needle—don't put it back for some other sucker to try.
# '''Avoid computerized machines unless you ''really'' need them.''' Computerized machines are much more delicate than mechanical machines. The best reason to use a computerized machine is it's the one with embroidery features and you need that. Otherwise, take a mechanical one such as the Kenmore 385 if it's available—they hold up better.
# '''Use the correct type of bobbin for the machine you're using.''' Bobbins come in a variety of types, including Class 15, Class 15J, Class 66, and numerous oddballs. This page lists the correct type of bobbin for each machine, and the same information should soon be stickered onto all of our machines. Any machine, otherwise working, may fail to sew correctly (skipped stitches, shuttle snarls, etc.) with the wrong kind of bobbin in it.
# '''Do not use a damaged or broken bobbin.''' If it's cracked, chipped, or bent, don't use it. Transfer the thread (if any) to a new bobbin of the same type (or of the type for the machine you're going to use), then chuck the busted bobbin in the trash.

=RESOURCES=

==Sewing Machines==

===Industrial Sewing Machines===
* [[Juki DDL-227 Straight Stitch]]
* [[Singer 251-12 Straight Stitch]]
* [[Juki LU-563 Walking Foot]]
* [[Juki MO-2416 Serger]] (subclass FF6-500)
*Shoe Patcher, hand cranked (not yet up and running)

===Domestic Sewing Machines===
*[[Bernette 55]]
*[[Singer 4166]]
*[[Brother XR135]]
*[[White E-6354]]
*[[Singer Stylist 533]]
*[[Kenmore 385]]
*Coverstitch

===Other Amenities===
* Large table with cutting mat surface (50 inches x ? inches )
* Irons and Ironing board
* Sewing/craft/fashion library
* Domestic knitting machines
* Buttons, buckles, zipper, grommets, etc
* 1 dress form
* Full length mirror

===Before donating a machine to Noisebridge===

Please reach out to a maintainer. We're looking to simplify our fleet. At the very least, this will mean getting rid of home machines that don't meet certain criteria (Class 15 bobbins, drop-in bobbin case, ''works'', etc.). We may go further than that and standardize on one model, but that's TBD.

The Community Thrift Store on Valencia would also probably love to have it.

=== Sewing Machine Usage Tips ===
* Please DO NOT unthread the sewing machines unless you must. (e.g. to remove a spool of thread, simply cut it close to the spool so that the next person can simply tie a knot with the next thread and pull it all the way through to the needle). This is most important for the serger.

* Domestic and industrial machines use different needles, bobbins, and feet, so check to make sure you are using the right kind. The industrial machines each have a kit hanging on the pegboard behind them. Domestic machine supplies are either in a kit on the table, or are located in labeled drawers on the white cabinet (PLEASE KEEP IT ORGANIZED).
** The closest place to get domestic machine parts and supplies is Fabric Outlet on Mission between 17th & 18th st. Industrial machine parts are only available by mail order (if you know anyone local please let us know)
** Needles may differ between machines and come in sizes (10, 11, 12, 14, 16, etc.). The higher numbers are heavier gauge needles suitable for thicker fabrics.
** Needles also come in different types, including (this is an abridged list; look to other sites for more complete lists):
***Jersey: Has a ball point, for knitted fabrics (including T-shirt fabric).
***“Universal”: Moderately sharp, for most woven fabrics. Denim needles are the same but more rigid, for tighter weaves of thick yarns (like denim or canvas).
***Microtex needles are the sharpest, for tight weaves of thin yarns, like microsuede or nylon.
***Leather needles have a tiny blade at the tip, for cutting holes in leather and vinyl. Don't use a leather needle for woven or knitted fabrics: The blade will cut the threads rather than squeezing between them, leaving holes that may start rips.
**Needles for the industrial straight stitch and walking foot machines must be inserted with the scarf facing right. Please check the respective manuals.

* If you've never operated a sewing machine before please attend a Sewing 101, which happens every 2nd friday, before you use our machines on your own. The class fills up and has a waitlist, so we ask that you only come if you've secured a spot on Meetup. Sewing machines are delicate creatures and we want to minimize the amount of breakage.
**Read the manual! You'll probably learn something even if you've been sewing for a long time.
**Printed manuals for each industrial machine are in the gray binder on the bookshelf. We don't have manuals printed for all the domestics, but a Google search should bring them up.

*Use scraps for testing to determine thread tension and sewing speed.

===Recommended reading===

[http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/3751/machine-needle-know-how About sewing machine needles]

[http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6847/perfect-machine-tension-every-time Understanding thread tension]

[http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=25126&st=0 Sew heavy material]

[http://www.wipo.int/pctdb/en/wo.jsp?WO=2002000984&IA=US2001041173&DISPLAY=STATUS What is a thread wiper?]

[http://www.citysewing.com/diference-between-clutch-motor-servo-motor/ Difference between clutch and servo motors]

==Winding a Bobbin==

=== Juki DDL-227 & Juki LU-563 ===
*To wind a bobbin, place the empty bobbin on the horizontal spindle to the right of the machine body (near the hand wheel). Run a second thread through the upper holder, down to the tensioner at the back of the right side of the machine, in line with the spindle. Thread the end through one of the holes in the bobbin side, from the inside to the outside. Press the lever to push the spindle down in contact with the sewing machine belt. While holding the thread end so it doesn't just whip out of the bobbin, press the pedal to run a couple of inches (if there were fabric in the machine). Soon enough you can let go of the thread end as it will have been caught by windings on top of it. If you are doing a lot of sewing, you can start a new bobbin before the current one is empty, and let it wind up as you sew. When the bobbin is full, the lever will automatically snap out away from the belt and stop winding thread.

=== Most home sewing machines ===
The bobbin winder is usually on the top of the machine near the right corner (right being the side with the handwheel). It should look like a short spindle that can't be removed and sticks up about half an inch (the thickness of a bobbin) from a flat round surface.

Place a bobbin on the spindle, then:

* On some machines, the handwheel can be pulled out to switch from sewing to bobbin-winding. (Push it back in when you're done winding bobbins.)
* On the big Singer machine, the handwheel has a part that flips up to engage the bobbin-winder.
* On the Brother machines, the bobbin spindle can be slid between the left (sewing) and right (winding). In the latter position, a brake slightly intersects the bobbin and will stop it from getting over-wound.

Once the machine is in winding mode and is powered on, press the pedal slightly and make sure thread is going onto the bobbin properly. Once it's winding properly, floor the pedal until the bobbin is fully wound (some machines will stop the bobbin automatically; others may require you to pay attention).

Remember to switch the machine back to sewing mode when you're done winding bobbins!!!

== Repairing a Sewing Machine ==
Before declaring a machine broken, try the steps on [[Sewing/Troubleshooting]] first.

If a sewing machine is actually broken and non functional, as opposed to just you can't figure out how to make it work, please call Billy from Apparel City at 415-816-8645 (mobile) and schedule an appointment for him to come fix it.
* He usually charges around $80 per hour, plus parts.
* Email the [https://www.noisebridge.net/mailman/listinfo/sewing/|sewing list] and people will chip in to cover this. If you can't manage this process, email the sewing list and find someone else who can. Also, please put a note on the machine so people know what is going on with it.

= Sewing Machines =

== 130-Stitch Computerized Sewing and Quilting (Brother XR1355) ==
'''Works''' as of 2021-12-28

This machine is on the home sewing machine table (Table 3).

=== Overview ===
* This machine does 130 different stitches including lots of cool decorative flowers and patterns.
* Bobbin: Clear plastic, class 15 ([https://www.joann.com/brother-sa156-clear-plastic-class-15-bobbin/16386419.html Brother SA156]). Please use bobbins in Table 3 toolbox.

=== Manual for Brother XR1355 ===

* PDF - http://download.brother.com/welcome/doch001142/xr1355ug02en.pdf
*Spanish copy located on bookshelf in grey binder.

== Singer Simple 3229 sewing machine ==
'''Works''' as of 7-17-2021

*Manual: [https://manual.singer.com/Manuals/RetrievePDF/195 pdf]
*Bobbin: [https://www.singeronline.com/si15clbo.html Class 15]. Use bobbins in the toolbox on Table 3.

=Specialty Machines=

== Brother Coverstitch Serger ==
'''Works''' as of 2022-02-15
This machine is on Table 4. This machine is useful to alter and finish clothes (hems).

=== Overview ===
*intro ([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwYR3pUFJJw])
*narrow cover stitches (no tri-cover stitch as the third needle was broken in the head of the machine.
*should work for a variety of fabrics

=== Manual ===
([https://support.brother.com/g/b/manualtop.aspx?c=us&lang=en&prod=hf_2340cveus])

== Leather Stitching Machine ==
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zawvl5ZZIdI

== Knitting Machine ==
We have a [[Industrial Knitting Machine|Raynen CHJX-1-52 52-inch flat knitting machine]].

= Manual Snap Setting Tools =
We have hand presses but no dies for them.

There are a few misc. hand-setting tools in the grommets box

= Scissors =

The sewing station includes a variety of scissors, including straight scissors/shears, a pair of pinking shears, and a couple other specialty scissors.

'''DO NOT USE FABRIC SCISSORS FOR ANYTHING THAT ISN'T FABRIC.''' Paper and other non-fabric things will rapidly dull blades to the point where we need to sharpen them again to use them on fabric.

There are some “paper only” (i.e., pre-ruined) scissors on the tools wall since we know people will look in the sewing section for scissors. There are also some “fabric only” (i.e., not yet ruined) scissors that should only ever be used for fabric.

Also related: There is a sharpening stone on the tools wall in the sewing station.

= Thread snips =

Thread snips are the small scissor-like tools used for cutting the thread sticking out of a work so you can remove the work from the machine.

Thread snips shouldn't be used to cut fabric—use the fabric shears (scissors) or rotary cutters for that. Neither should they be used on non-fabric things like paper or tape.

There are three pairs of thread snips hanging from the tools wall in the sewing section.

= Rotary cutters =

These look similar to pizza cutters but are '''NOT FOR FOOD USE''' (both because it trashes the blade and because the blades are not food-safe: new blades are coated in machine oil).

All of our rotary cutters are 45mm, except for one, which is 60mm but has no blade. It's unclear whether we'll keep that one, since we would need to keep 60mm blades in stock and that would mean figuring out where to keep them and what to use them for.

== How to use ==

Each rotary cutter has a cutting (blade extended) position and a safe (blade retracted) position. The Olfa ergonomic cutters will also spring back to retracted automatically, and can't be extended unless the safety button is pushed to the unlocked side.

Rotary cutters should be used on a cutting mat such as the one on the main sewing station table. Usually you want a straight cut, so you should use an acrylic ruler to guide the blade.

Rotary cutters are EXTREMELY sharp, so be careful. Please keep the cutter blade-side-up so it's less likely to come into accidental contact with the table or anything on it—if you can see the blade, you can avoid contact with it.

=== Safety tips ===

*Follow an acrylic ruler.
*Keep your body (including fingers) out of the path of the blade.
*Only use a sharp blade. Don't use a rotary cutter with a dull or trashed blade. Change out the blade if you have to.
*Don't force it to cut if it's not cutting.

== Maintenance ==

Rotary cutters are mostly pretty foolproof. As long as you don't cut yourself, your ruler, wood, another rotary cutter, a 1973 Oldsmobile, or anything else that isn't fabric, the blade should enjoy a good, long life.

But, every blade wears down eventually. Blade sharpeners exist, but we don't currently have one, and a sharpener can't save a chipped or bent blade.

If a blade can't be sharpened, there are new 45mm blades in the storage drawers along the wall.

=== Changing the blade ===

Different rotary cutters have different parts, but they all have these four, in this order:

*Hub/screw
*Rotary cutter body
*Blade
*Nut

You should try to keep all of the parts (including those not listed—some cutters do have some bonus parts) in the correct order. If you get the order wrong, the blade might not spin freely or it might be too far from the cutter body. If that's the case, no biggie, just disassemble and try again.

No tools are needed.

#Remove the nut by hand, keeping your thumb on the hub/screw on the other side.
#Gently turn the cutter over and let the blade fall out onto your fingers, and any other parts onto the table.
#Sharpen or replace the blade.
#Put the blade onto the screw.
#Put the screw (with blade) into the cutter, and put all of the other parts, ending with the nut, onto the other side.

= Parts Needed =

Some of the parts (especially pedals and/or cords) for the sewing machines have, shall we say, installed a walking foot. Here's what we're currently missing:

=HISTORY=
*2008: Noisebridge began having sewing machines at [[83c]].
*2009: Rachel [[Industrial_Sewing_Machine_Donations|purchased industrial sewing machines]] from the sewing shop that formerly occupied Noisebridge's 2169 space with member donations and held its first [[Sewing Workshop]] at [[2169]].
*2015: Grand reopening event of the rebooted Sewing Station.
*2019: Sewing station moved over near the fire escape. Also, we did a Sewing Machine Fix-a-Thon and started holding training classes.

==Grand Reopening Poster ==

[[File:Sewing-Area-Poster.jpg|none|300px]]

== Machines not currently available (location unknown or else) ==

====Brother XR1355====
Status: Location unknown as of 2023-04-20
130-Stitch Computerized Sewing and Quilting (Brother XR1355) Works as of 2021-12-28
This machine is on the home sewing machine table (Table 3).
Overview This machine does 130 different stitches including lots of cool decorative flowers and patterns. Bobbin: Clear plastic, class 15 (Brother SA156). Please use bobbins in Table 3 toolbox.

====Singer Ultralock 14U64A serger====
Status: Broken as of 2023/02. Ready for discard
Type: Domestic serger
Year: probably 1990s
Notes:dropped when being carried by handle. On/off switch broken, possible replacement part found, just needs to be wired on. side plastic casing broken, could possibly be repaired with plastic molding material. Part not necessary to functioning, but nice to have to protect machine from dust
This is a four-thread overlock machine. It's evidently meant for knitted fabrics, as a silkscreened note on the upper-left of the front of the machine notes that it requires a Singer 2045 needle, which is a ball point.
The thread guides above the machine are on a pole that telescopes out. Make sure to raise it before using the machine; it works better that way.
*Manual: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/974c69637ba13cd29bf98419910a853043dc9e83.pdf
*Parts list: http://parts.singerco.com/CPpartCharts/14U00/14U64A.pdf

====Brother Exedra E-40====
We've gotten rid of this machine (when we moved the sewing station over to the fire escape) but we still have the digitized manual: https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Brother_E-40_Operation_Panel_Instruction_Manual.pdf

====Kenmore Overlock 3/4D====
Manual: In Manuals Collection, also https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Overlock_34d_38516631.compressed.pdf

====Brother SE400 Embroidery Machine====
'''currently missing''' as of 2021-07-14
This machine is awesome, and can do many different stitches as well as CNC embroidery.
It's usually stored on the wall of the sewing area. It looks like a home sewing machine but is as expensive as an industrial one and is many people's favorite machine.
* [[Embroidery Machine]]
* Bobbin: Class 15 ([https://www.joann.com/brother-sa156-clear-plastic-class-15-bobbin/16386419.html Brother SA156])
* Manual: https://download.brother.com/welcome/doch000184/885v31_v32_v33_om04en.pdf

====Pfaff Creative 1471 sewing machine====
'''Location unknown''' as of 2021-7-14
This machine has a bobbin case, so it requires a little bit more knowledge to change out the bobbin than newer machines that have a top drop-in bobbin.
*Bobbin: Special metal bobbins. There's a parts drawer specifically for Pfaff bobbins.
*Manual: http://www.pfaff.com/SiteMedia/PFAFF/Products/Machines/Support-manuals/creative1471-manual-EN.pdf

====Singer CG-590-C====
Manual: In Manuals Collection

====White YM-43-8====
Manual: Unknown

====Singer 621-B====
Manual: Unknown

====Singer Heavy Duty 4423 sewing machine====
'''Broken''' as of 2019-11-04: Shuttle pops up out of bobbin race, resulting in failure to make stitches and internal pressure upon the bobbin race door.
Has a top drop-in bobbin. Likely to become our workhorse, as the Heavy Duty is a sturdy mechanical machine.
Has a one-step buttonhole feature with a plastic buttonhole foot. Tricky to use but handy if you know how.
A knob on the top of the machine, near the slot where the take-up lever pops up, enables adjusting the presser foot pressure. Like top thread tension, this should generally not be messed with and should be put back after a job that does require adjusting it, but changing the presser foot pressure makes sense in certain circumstances:
*For thick works such as three or more layers of denim (e.g., when hemming denim garments), reduce the presser foot pressure in order to be able to drive over the inseam and outseam.
*For light works made of thin or sheer fabrics, or slippery fabrics, you may need to increase the pressure to ensure the feed dogs can properly feed (all layers of) the work.
'''Always put the presser foot pressure back how it was when you're done!!!''' Setting up future machine-users for difficulty/failure is un-excellent.
*Bobbin: Class 15
*Quick-start guide: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/HD%20Series_ANT_Generic_QSG_F_0222_lo-res.pdf
*Manual: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/a719909a6ca001462cb1c2536a04506fa9ff327c.pdf

====Singer 57817====
'''Works''' as of 2020-01-06. Missing the reverse button, though.
This machine can only do straight and zigzag stitches. No overcast or anything else.
*Bobbin: [https://www.sewingpartsonline.com/singer-57817-sewing-machine-parts.aspx?sort.ss_cat_sort=desc&keywords=bobbin&index=1 Class 66]
*Manual: https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Singer_57817.pdf

====Brother XL-2300i====
Currently on the top of one of the sewing area shelves.
Overview
* Bobbin: Class 15 ([https://www.joann.com/brother-sa156-clear-plastic-class-15-bobbin/16386419.html Brother SA156])
Manual + quick set-up guide
* https://support.brother.com/g/b/manualtop.aspx?c=us&lang=en&prod=hf_xl2600i2610eus

====Automatic Snap Setting Machines====
In November 2020 we received a generous donation of two Automatic Snap Machines worth over $4000 from Craig Spring http://www.brotus.com !

One pair (one female, one male) of fully automatic, electric powered, 20 line, snap setting machines. These are older model machines manufactured by the Ho Hung Ming company in Taiwan (https://www.hohm.com).

They have a US location at: Ho Hung Ming USA Enterprise, 13525 Alma Ave, Gardena, CA 90249, Phone: 3103274847.

One of the advantages of these older machines is that they are simple mechanical machines built to last. Like an old car, they are easier to repair than newer ones. In 22 years, he never needed to repair these machines. They still run like a beast.

As there exists no manual for these machines, Craig and DK gave a servicing and use demonstration on Nov 15, 2020 via Jitsi and X uploaded it to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc2ozToy38Q

Photos are at https://discuss.noisebridge.info/t/automatic-snap-setting-machines-donation-instructions/2132

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Industrial Knitting Machine

2023-07-26T14:09:21Z

Boredzo: /* Operations */ Added the Software Download link from CHJX 1 52 Automatic Knitting Machine.

Noisebridge has a [https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/2023-New-Fully-Automatic-Sweater-Flat_1600063265178.html CHJX-1-52] [https://www.raynen.cn/en/hengjidiankongxitong883/225.html Raynen F4000] based flat knitting machine sourced from Changshu Shengxingda Co, Ltd.

[[File:Machine2.jpg|600px|||Knitting Machine]]

== Operations ==

[[File:knit1.jpeg|200px|thumb|right|Knitting Machine]]

* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ubc_aJjvSap3zNg8jYIAmtbF3YKVGhWx/view?usp=sharing Raynen F4000 Intelligent Control Of Flat Knitting Machine Manual] - Instructions and details for operating the Raynen F4000 flat knitting machine.

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIjpAPG02CAy6hJnGitySJj1jf2jESRc Youtube Tutorial Playlist] - A YouTube playlist with various software tutorials for the knitting machine.

* [http://en.hqcnc.com/about212.html Software Download]

* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIjpAPG02CD8vXO0j7pJUfr_nEQhUGxU Machine operations] - A YouTube playlist with how-tos for on machine operations.

* [https://www.youtube.com/@flat-knitting-machine/videos Dozens of videos on a manufacturer’s YouTube including some on repair and machine adjustments]

* [http://down.zjhqtech.com:800/admin/smallpic/HqPDS16_en.pdf Operation Manual of the Hengqiang Pattern Designing Software] - This manual provides instructions for using the Hengqiang Pattern Designing Software for machine knitting.

== Noisebridge Projects ==

[[File:Testknit.jpg|200px|thumb|left|A test knit]]

Coming soon. Your project could be here!

== Other Projects ==

* [https://github.com/fbz/knityak Knityak]

* [https://github.com/GameOfKnowing/QuineScarf QuineScarf]

* [https://fabacademy.org/2019/labs/zoi/students/danny-imbaquingo/project17.html Knitting machine project by Danny Imbaquingo]

== Research ==

* [https://studios.disneyresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/A-Compiler-for-3D-Machine-Knitting.pdf A Compiler for 3D Machine Knitting]

* [https://dl.acm.org/doi/abs/10.1145/3559400.3565584 Fabricating Accessible Designs with Knitting Machines]

== General Learning Resources ==

* [https://akaspar.pages.cba.mit.edu/machine-knitting/ Introduction to Machine Knitting]
* [https://www.meetup.com/noisebridge/events/ Machine Knitting 101 at Noisebridge]

== Software Tips and Tricks ==

* Use H1-1 when selecting machine model.

== How to use ==

* Guide coming soon! This machine is large, complicated, potentially dangerous if misused. It will require a training like the laser.
* This machine runs on 240V. Use the included transformer.

== Acquisition Process ==

[[File:Forklift1.jpg|200px|thumb|right|A Noisebridge member using a forklift to move the knitting machine crate]]

The plan was to acquire a single system, 52” 7 gauge automatic knitting machine (similar to Kniterate) from Jiangsu province in China and bring it to Noisebridge in San Francisco.

We asked 5 vendors for bids via Alibaba/Made-In-China.com/the internet at large and engaged [https://changshusxd.en.alibaba.com/ Changshu Shengxingda Co, Ltd] for a machine at a cost of ~$4000.

Here's the timeline of how it played out.

* April 10 - Initial research starts.
* April 27 - May 5 - Decision-making and engagement with the vendor.
* April 27 - May 1 - Discussions and paperwork with the freight forwarder.
* May 5 - Deposit paid for the machine, production begins; freight shipper contracted.
* May 24 - Machine delivered to the freight forwarder at Shanghai Port. The sailing vessel is Mol Celebration, with an estimated arrival on June 22 in Oakland.
* June 29 - Ship arrival at the Port of Oakland.
* June 29 - July 14 - Container stuck in Port due to a holiday, port backlog, and a customs inspection.
* July 19 - First delivery attempt.
* July 24 - Machine delivered to Noisebridge successfully.

2D Paper Printer

2023-07-25T04:30:01Z

Boredzo: Added the Brother-HL-L8360CDW.

{{printers}}
{{blackbox}}
You are standing at the '''2D printer station''' at Noisebridge.

You see a large format inkjet printer, an inkjet all-in-one and a laser printer.

'''EXITS:''' [[Hackitorium]], [[Front]], [[Print Shop]], [[3D printers]]
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This page is about 2D paper printers. Are you looking for [[3D Printers]] or the [[Vinyl cutter]]?

We have a discussion channel on [[Slack]] named #printerbridge.

==Physical Location==

Printers and printing materials can be found in the printing room on the ground floor, near the door.

==Donating used or broken printers==
Printers are a maintenance liability. Please donate used or broken printers to [https://www.ewastesf.com eWaste SF] at [https://goo.gl/maps/vj7Digd3Ared9WQW9 2915 16th St.] or [https://www.recology.com/recology-san-francisco/sf-transfer-station/ Recology] at [https://goo.gl/maps/rGqik9raeucMTCw56 501 Tunnel Ave.] instead.

== Canon MF642C ==
'''Working as of 2022-05-11'''
Accessible through the Noisebridge Cap Wifi. Prints letter size. If it's not working, try installing and reinstalling the printer (Systems Preferences > Printers and Scanners on MacOS).

== Brother HL-L-8360CDW color laser ==
'''Working as of 2023-06'''

More info on [[Brother-HL-L8360CDW|its own wiki page]].

----
Below information to be revised.

== Print Server ==

The 2009 iMac at the front desk is set up as a print server using Mac OS's [https://www.dummies.com/computers/macs/how-to-share-a-network-printer-in-mac-os-x-snow-leopard/ built-in Print Server] (AirPrint: [https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/6060-how-to-print-smartphone-tablet.html How to Wirelessly Print From Your Smartphone or Tablet]). Right now it's just AirPrint. Google Print or whatever should also be installed. Perhaps you, good Sir, Madam, or Xir, could install, configure, and document that fact here!

The Printers listed below should show as available on the Noisebridge Network.

If not, try installing [https://learn.adafruit.com/bonjour-zeroconf-networking-for-windows-and-linux Bonjour/ZeroConf] on Windows/Linux, or simply print your file from the iMac by downloading from a Cloud service or transferring using File Sharing locally (SMB or AFS), or check the iMac & make sure the printers are on.

== Black and white printers ==

=== Brother HL-5470DW ===
Small laser printer. It eats toner and trees. It prints double sided. If you print text of greater than 1 page, *use the double sided option*. The you need half the number of pages! If you use it please consider throwing some money into the donate bin.

* [http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/us/en/model_top/monolaserpri/hl2070n_all.html?reg=us&c=us&lang=en&prod=hl2070n_all Drivers: Brother HL-5470DW]
* [https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=10404 Remanufactured Toner @ Monoprice] ~$20, "Brother TN720/TN750"
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GiTZcIgUhNU How to Replace Toner]
* [https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=10708 drum unit, DR720 @ Monoprice ] Drum units last years even with copious printing—replacing this part should be a last resort.

'''Paper''': Please get some paper and place in the printer supplies cabinet under the printers.

====Linux====
[http://support.brother.com/g/s/id/linux/en/index.html?c=us_ot&lang=en&comple=on&redirect=on Linux Drivers]
Get both the lpr and cupswrapper, and the printer should show up with it's model. If you're running a Ubuntu, for drivers try sudo apt-get install brother-cups-wrapper-laser brother-lpr-drivers-laser, but likely you will need the specific drivers from the link above as the 5470DW isn't included as of this note.

[https://www.openprinting.org/printer/Brother/Brother-HL-5470DW Perfect support on Linux] In Gnome Printer settings, type in the printer's IP address (10.20.0.145 as of this revision) and select JetDirect Printer and select the "Brother HL 5370DW/Postscript" driver.

== Desktop inkjet printers ==

=== Epson WF-7620 ===

'''Status: Working''' as of 2019-05-02.

This all-in-one color inkjet printer consumes Epson 252 or 252XL cartridges.

Manual: https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd3/cpd39381.pdf

=== Epson WF-2630 ===

'''Status: Not working''' as of 2019-08-12.

Consumes Epson 220 or 220XL cartridges.
Firmware recently updated. Reporting low color ink, but not printing anything on test pages.

Manual: https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd4/cpd40876.pdf

== Large-format roll printers ==
These printers consume paper off of a roll of a certain width.

Supplies for these printers are expensive; we ask that you donate $1 per square foot when using these printers. [https://www.calculator.net/square-footage-calculator.html Here are couple] of [https://www.squarefootagearea.com/calculator/square-footage-calculator online calculators] that can tell you the price of your print.

=== [[Epson Stylus Pro 4880]] ===
Page: [[Epson Stylus Pro 4880]]
Status: Not working Aug 12, 2019. It's reporting "No MNT Tank" and "Error 0002000B". May need a Firmware update (doesn't show in Mac utility). May just need Cartridge #5 replaced or refilled: Light Black.

This color inkjet printer uses an 18-inch roll of paper (i.e., prints will be 18 inches by whatever the perpendicular dimension of your print is).

=== [[Epson SureColor T5270D]] ===
Page: [[Epson SureColor T5270D]]

This color inkjet printer uses a 36-inch roll of paper (i.e., prints will be 36 inches by whatever the perpendicular dimension of your print is).

Sewing

2023-07-25T04:27:48Z

Boredzo: /* Specialty Machines */ Added the knitting machine.

{{sewing}}
{{blackbox}}[[File:Sewingstation.jpg|200px|right]] You are in the Sewing Studio of Noisebridge [[upstairs]].

You see sewing machines, fabric, a large cutting table, sewing tools, and knitting machines.

'''EXITS:''' [[Upstairs]]
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'''Noisebridge's sewing guild hosts sewing events and maintains three industrial sewing machines, a variety of domestic sewing machines, and knitting machines.'''

* '''RESOURCES:''' Sewing Machines, Knitting Machines, Rug-making Machine, [[Vinyl Cutter]] (downstairs near Print Shop)
* '''EVENTS:''' [[Sewing Project Night|Sewing Mondays 7-8PM, check meetup for exact times]]
* '''CHANNELS:''' #sewingstation on [[Slack]], [https://discord.gg/VzQPXCmW Sewing Channel on Discord]
* '''GET TRAINED:''' [[Sewing/Who_can_use_the_sewing_machines|Who can use the sewing machines]]
* '''MAINTAINERS:''' [[User:e_mln_e|Emeline/@e_mln_e]] / [[User:zullia|Alaina]]
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[[File:Sewingstation.jpg|500px|link=sewing|right|thumb|The [[2169]] sewing station. The [[272]] version is upstairs.]]
[[Image:Starfive - q's noisebridge project.jpg|thumb|right|Craft hacking]]

=EVENTS=

* [[Sewing Project Night]]

==Past Events==
* In early 2019, we had a “Sewing Machine Fix-a-Thon” in which we serviced some of our sewing machines and determined what parts needed to be ordered.
* Open Project Night, an unstructured event in which participants brought their own projects for repair and alterations help, advice on techniques, materials, and machines, starting a new project with materials at the space, and just having fun sewing with fellow makers
* Sew With Knits, in which we went over how to operate the industrial serger, how to operate the domestic coverstitch, overview of domestic sewing machine stitch types appropriate for stretch knit material, and advice on participants' projects

=HOW TO BE EXCELLENT BY NOT BREAKING THE MACHINES=

We have home machines and industrial machines, and the home machines are all, to varying degrees, much more breakable. They're consumer products, often designed and built with a modern “what is this ‘repair’ of which you speak?” mindset, not built to withstand abuse or rough handling.

To that end, here are some strong guidelines for how to Be Excellent and use the home sewing machines in ways that don't break them:

# '''First, always be gentle.''' Treat the machine like a puppy. It will bite you, die, or incur a huge bill if you damage it.
# '''Do not pull fabric through the machine.''' Let the feed dogs do the work, or drop them if you want to free-sew or embroider. Pulling work through the machine is a good way to bend or break the needle, damage the bobbin and/or bobbin case and/or shuttle, pull the shuttle out of phase, or otherwise damage something. You're lucky if it's the needle or bobbin; those are replaceable. Anything else takes the machine out of commission.
#* If fabric isn't feeding properly, you may need to adjust the presser foot pressure. See point #4.
# '''Always turn the handwheel the correct direction''' On most of our machines, this is '''towards you'''. If you can't remember, press lightly on the pedal and you'll be able to feel which way the handwheel wants to turn. Turning the handwheel the wrong way won't necessarily break the machine, but it can mess up your stitch, break your thread, or cause a snarl that can break the needle.
# '''Change the machine's configuration as you need, but put it back when you're done.''' Every machine should have a standard presser foot and a “universal” needle (size 90/14) loaded when not in use. It should be on the default settings for presser foot pressure and tension. Anyone who needs something different should make whatever changes they need, '''and''' change them back before they put the machine away/leave.
# '''Put the machine away when you're done/before leaving.''' The cutting table is not a machine storage rack.
# '''Keep the machine's parts with the machine.''' Some machines have a storage compartment on the front of the bed (the bottom portion of the machine where the bobbin is). The domestic machines have a kit for holding bobbins, feet, needles, spool caps, screwdrivers, and anything else necessary to using the machine. The pedal should be kept with the machine at all times, and should have a paper tag tied to it identifying which machine it belongs to. (Such tags are kept in a drawer in the sewing area.)
# '''Use the correct needle, and change the needle when needed.''' Always check which needle is loaded into the machine before you start sewing—make sure it's right for the type (woven vs. knit vs. solid) of fabric, the tightness of weave/knit, and the weight of the fabric.
#* Non-woven materials such as leather or vinyl require special “leather” needles, made to pierce solid objects. Knitted fabrics, including T-shirt fabric, require “ball point” needles, which are less likely to pierce/cut a yarn. Tight weaves such as microsuede may require “microtex” or “sharp” needles that can find their way between the yarns. Denim and heavy canvas may require “denim” (a.k.a. “jeans”) needles. Most normal woven fabrics will work with a “universal” needle.
#* If you're using the right kind of needle but it isn't going through/is skipping stitches or is stitching irregularly or with difficulty, try a heavier diameter or (if woven) a denim needle. Most likely the needle is not able to cleanly penetrate the fabric. Continuing to sew in this state is a good way to permanently bend (i.e., ruin) or break the needle.
#* Needles wear out! They are a consumable. If you're pretty sure you have the right kind and diameter of needle, change it out for another like one. If that works better, safely dispose of the worn needle—don't put it back for some other sucker to try.
# '''Avoid computerized machines unless you ''really'' need them.''' Computerized machines are much more delicate than mechanical machines. The best reason to use a computerized machine is it's the one with embroidery features and you need that. Otherwise, take a mechanical one such as the Kenmore 385 if it's available—they hold up better.
# '''Use the correct type of bobbin for the machine you're using.''' Bobbins come in a variety of types, including Class 15, Class 15J, Class 66, and numerous oddballs. This page lists the correct type of bobbin for each machine, and the same information should soon be stickered onto all of our machines. Any machine, otherwise working, may fail to sew correctly (skipped stitches, shuttle snarls, etc.) with the wrong kind of bobbin in it.
# '''Do not use a damaged or broken bobbin.''' If it's cracked, chipped, or bent, don't use it. Transfer the thread (if any) to a new bobbin of the same type (or of the type for the machine you're going to use), then chuck the busted bobbin in the trash.

=RESOURCES=

==Sewing Machines==

===Industrial Sewing Machines===
* [[Juki DDL-227 Straight Stitch]]
* [[Singer 251-12 Straight Stitch]]
* [[Juki LU-563 Walking Foot]]
* [[Juki MO-2416 Serger]] (subclass FF6-500)
*Shoe Patcher, hand cranked (not yet up and running)

===Domestic Sewing Machines===
*[[Bernette 55]]
*[[Singer 4166]]
*[[Brother XR135]]
*[[White E-6354]]
*[[Singer Stylist 533]]
*[[Kenmore 385]]
*Coverstitch

===Other Amenities===
* Large table with cutting mat surface (50 inches x ? inches )
* Irons and Ironing board
* Sewing/craft/fashion library
* Domestic knitting machines
* Buttons, buckles, zipper, grommets, etc
* 1 dress form
* Full length mirror

===Before donating a machine to Noisebridge===

Please reach out to a maintainer. We're looking to simplify our fleet. At the very least, this will mean getting rid of home machines that don't meet certain criteria (Class 15 bobbins, drop-in bobbin case, ''works'', etc.). We may go further than that and standardize on one model, but that's TBD.

The Community Thrift Store on Valencia would also probably love to have it.

=== Sewing Machine Usage Tips ===
* Please DO NOT unthread the sewing machines unless you must. (e.g. to remove a spool of thread, simply cut it close to the spool so that the next person can simply tie a knot with the next thread and pull it all the way through to the needle). This is most important for the serger.

* Domestic and industrial machines use different needles, bobbins, and feet, so check to make sure you are using the right kind. The industrial machines each have a kit hanging on the pegboard behind them. Domestic machine supplies are either in a kit on the table, or are located in labeled drawers on the white cabinet (PLEASE KEEP IT ORGANIZED).
** The closest place to get domestic machine parts and supplies is Fabric Outlet on Mission between 17th & 18th st. Industrial machine parts are only available by mail order (if you know anyone local please let us know)
** Needles may differ between machines and come in sizes (10, 11, 12, 14, 16, etc.). The higher numbers are heavier gauge needles suitable for thicker fabrics.
** Needles also come in different types, including (this is an abridged list; look to other sites for more complete lists):
***Jersey: Has a ball point, for knitted fabrics (including T-shirt fabric).
***“Universal”: Moderately sharp, for most woven fabrics. Denim needles are the same but more rigid, for tighter weaves of thick yarns (like denim or canvas).
***Microtex needles are the sharpest, for tight weaves of thin yarns, like microsuede or nylon.
***Leather needles have a tiny blade at the tip, for cutting holes in leather and vinyl. Don't use a leather needle for woven or knitted fabrics: The blade will cut the threads rather than squeezing between them, leaving holes that may start rips.
**Needles for the industrial straight stitch and walking foot machines must be inserted with the scarf facing right. Please check the respective manuals.

* If you've never operated a sewing machine before please attend a Sewing 101, which happens every 2nd friday, before you use our machines on your own. The class fills up and has a waitlist, so we ask that you only come if you've secured a spot on Meetup. Sewing machines are delicate creatures and we want to minimize the amount of breakage.
**Read the manual! You'll probably learn something even if you've been sewing for a long time.
**Printed manuals for each industrial machine are in the gray binder on the bookshelf. We don't have manuals printed for all the domestics, but a Google search should bring them up.

*Use scraps for testing to determine thread tension and sewing speed.

===Recommended reading===

[http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/3751/machine-needle-know-how About sewing machine needles]

[http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6847/perfect-machine-tension-every-time Understanding thread tension]

[http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=25126&st=0 Sew heavy material]

[http://www.wipo.int/pctdb/en/wo.jsp?WO=2002000984&IA=US2001041173&DISPLAY=STATUS What is a thread wiper?]

[http://www.citysewing.com/diference-between-clutch-motor-servo-motor/ Difference between clutch and servo motors]

==Winding a Bobbin==

=== Juki DDL-227 & Juki LU-563 ===
*To wind a bobbin, place the empty bobbin on the horizontal spindle to the right of the machine body (near the hand wheel). Run a second thread through the upper holder, down to the tensioner at the back of the right side of the machine, in line with the spindle. Thread the end through one of the holes in the bobbin side, from the inside to the outside. Press the lever to push the spindle down in contact with the sewing machine belt. While holding the thread end so it doesn't just whip out of the bobbin, press the pedal to run a couple of inches (if there were fabric in the machine). Soon enough you can let go of the thread end as it will have been caught by windings on top of it. If you are doing a lot of sewing, you can start a new bobbin before the current one is empty, and let it wind up as you sew. When the bobbin is full, the lever will automatically snap out away from the belt and stop winding thread.

=== Most home sewing machines ===
The bobbin winder is usually on the top of the machine near the right corner (right being the side with the handwheel). It should look like a short spindle that can't be removed and sticks up about half an inch (the thickness of a bobbin) from a flat round surface.

Place a bobbin on the spindle, then:

* On some machines, the handwheel can be pulled out to switch from sewing to bobbin-winding. (Push it back in when you're done winding bobbins.)
* On the big Singer machine, the handwheel has a part that flips up to engage the bobbin-winder.
* On the Brother machines, the bobbin spindle can be slid between the left (sewing) and right (winding). In the latter position, a brake slightly intersects the bobbin and will stop it from getting over-wound.

Once the machine is in winding mode and is powered on, press the pedal slightly and make sure thread is going onto the bobbin properly. Once it's winding properly, floor the pedal until the bobbin is fully wound (some machines will stop the bobbin automatically; others may require you to pay attention).

Remember to switch the machine back to sewing mode when you're done winding bobbins!!!

== Repairing a Sewing Machine ==
Before declaring a machine broken, try the steps on [[Sewing/Troubleshooting]] first.

If a sewing machine is actually broken and non functional, as opposed to just you can't figure out how to make it work, please call Billy from Apparel City at 415-816-8645 (mobile) and schedule an appointment for him to come fix it.
* He usually charges around $80 per hour, plus parts.
* Email the [https://www.noisebridge.net/mailman/listinfo/sewing/|sewing list] and people will chip in to cover this. If you can't manage this process, email the sewing list and find someone else who can. Also, please put a note on the machine so people know what is going on with it.

= Sewing Machines =

== 130-Stitch Computerized Sewing and Quilting (Brother XR1355) ==
'''Works''' as of 2021-12-28

This machine is on the home sewing machine table (Table 3).

=== Overview ===
* This machine does 130 different stitches including lots of cool decorative flowers and patterns.
* Bobbin: Clear plastic, class 15 ([https://www.joann.com/brother-sa156-clear-plastic-class-15-bobbin/16386419.html Brother SA156]). Please use bobbins in Table 3 toolbox.

=== Manual for Brother XR1355 ===

* PDF - http://download.brother.com/welcome/doch001142/xr1355ug02en.pdf
*Spanish copy located on bookshelf in grey binder.

== Singer Simple 3229 sewing machine ==
'''Works''' as of 7-17-2021

*Manual: [https://manual.singer.com/Manuals/RetrievePDF/195 pdf]
*Bobbin: [https://www.singeronline.com/si15clbo.html Class 15]. Use bobbins in the toolbox on Table 3.

=Specialty Machines=

== Brother Coverstitch Serger ==
'''Works''' as of 2022-02-15
This machine is on Table 4. This machine is useful to alter and finish clothes (hems).

=== Overview ===
*intro ([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwYR3pUFJJw])
*narrow cover stitches (no tri-cover stitch as the third needle was broken in the head of the machine.
*should work for a variety of fabrics

=== Manual ===
([https://support.brother.com/g/b/manualtop.aspx?c=us&lang=en&prod=hf_2340cveus])

== Leather Stitching Machine ==
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zawvl5ZZIdI

== Knitting Machine ==
We have a [[CHJX 1 52 Automatic Knitting Machine|Raynen CHJX-1-52 52-inch flat knitting machine]].

= Manual Snap Setting Tools =
We have hand presses but no dies for them.

There are a few misc. hand-setting tools in the grommets box

= Scissors =

The sewing station includes a variety of scissors, including straight scissors/shears, a pair of pinking shears, and a couple other specialty scissors.

'''DO NOT USE FABRIC SCISSORS FOR ANYTHING THAT ISN'T FABRIC.''' Paper and other non-fabric things will rapidly dull blades to the point where we need to sharpen them again to use them on fabric.

There are some “paper only” (i.e., pre-ruined) scissors on the tools wall since we know people will look in the sewing section for scissors. There are also some “fabric only” (i.e., not yet ruined) scissors that should only ever be used for fabric.

Also related: There is a sharpening stone on the tools wall in the sewing station.

= Thread snips =

Thread snips are the small scissor-like tools used for cutting the thread sticking out of a work so you can remove the work from the machine.

Thread snips shouldn't be used to cut fabric—use the fabric shears (scissors) or rotary cutters for that. Neither should they be used on non-fabric things like paper or tape.

There are three pairs of thread snips hanging from the tools wall in the sewing section.

= Rotary cutters =

These look similar to pizza cutters but are '''NOT FOR FOOD USE''' (both because it trashes the blade and because the blades are not food-safe: new blades are coated in machine oil).

All of our rotary cutters are 45mm, except for one, which is 60mm but has no blade. It's unclear whether we'll keep that one, since we would need to keep 60mm blades in stock and that would mean figuring out where to keep them and what to use them for.

== How to use ==

Each rotary cutter has a cutting (blade extended) position and a safe (blade retracted) position. The Olfa ergonomic cutters will also spring back to retracted automatically, and can't be extended unless the safety button is pushed to the unlocked side.

Rotary cutters should be used on a cutting mat such as the one on the main sewing station table. Usually you want a straight cut, so you should use an acrylic ruler to guide the blade.

Rotary cutters are EXTREMELY sharp, so be careful. Please keep the cutter blade-side-up so it's less likely to come into accidental contact with the table or anything on it—if you can see the blade, you can avoid contact with it.

=== Safety tips ===

*Follow an acrylic ruler.
*Keep your body (including fingers) out of the path of the blade.
*Only use a sharp blade. Don't use a rotary cutter with a dull or trashed blade. Change out the blade if you have to.
*Don't force it to cut if it's not cutting.

== Maintenance ==

Rotary cutters are mostly pretty foolproof. As long as you don't cut yourself, your ruler, wood, another rotary cutter, a 1973 Oldsmobile, or anything else that isn't fabric, the blade should enjoy a good, long life.

But, every blade wears down eventually. Blade sharpeners exist, but we don't currently have one, and a sharpener can't save a chipped or bent blade.

If a blade can't be sharpened, there are new 45mm blades in the storage drawers along the wall.

=== Changing the blade ===

Different rotary cutters have different parts, but they all have these four, in this order:

*Hub/screw
*Rotary cutter body
*Blade
*Nut

You should try to keep all of the parts (including those not listed—some cutters do have some bonus parts) in the correct order. If you get the order wrong, the blade might not spin freely or it might be too far from the cutter body. If that's the case, no biggie, just disassemble and try again.

No tools are needed.

#Remove the nut by hand, keeping your thumb on the hub/screw on the other side.
#Gently turn the cutter over and let the blade fall out onto your fingers, and any other parts onto the table.
#Sharpen or replace the blade.
#Put the blade onto the screw.
#Put the screw (with blade) into the cutter, and put all of the other parts, ending with the nut, onto the other side.

= Parts Needed =

Some of the parts (especially pedals and/or cords) for the sewing machines have, shall we say, installed a walking foot. Here's what we're currently missing:

=HISTORY=
*2008: Noisebridge began having sewing machines at [[83c]].
*2009: Rachel [[Industrial_Sewing_Machine_Donations|purchased industrial sewing machines]] from the sewing shop that formerly occupied Noisebridge's 2169 space with member donations and held its first [[Sewing Workshop]] at [[2169]].
*2015: Grand reopening event of the rebooted Sewing Station.
*2019: Sewing station moved over near the fire escape. Also, we did a Sewing Machine Fix-a-Thon and started holding training classes.

==Grand Reopening Poster ==

[[File:Sewing-Area-Poster.jpg|none|300px]]

== Machines not currently available (location unknown or else) ==

====Brother XR1355====
Status: Location unknown as of 2023-04-20
130-Stitch Computerized Sewing and Quilting (Brother XR1355) Works as of 2021-12-28
This machine is on the home sewing machine table (Table 3).
Overview This machine does 130 different stitches including lots of cool decorative flowers and patterns. Bobbin: Clear plastic, class 15 (Brother SA156). Please use bobbins in Table 3 toolbox.

====Singer Ultralock 14U64A serger====
Status: Broken as of 2023/02. Ready for discard
Type: Domestic serger
Year: probably 1990s
Notes:dropped when being carried by handle. On/off switch broken, possible replacement part found, just needs to be wired on. side plastic casing broken, could possibly be repaired with plastic molding material. Part not necessary to functioning, but nice to have to protect machine from dust
This is a four-thread overlock machine. It's evidently meant for knitted fabrics, as a silkscreened note on the upper-left of the front of the machine notes that it requires a Singer 2045 needle, which is a ball point.
The thread guides above the machine are on a pole that telescopes out. Make sure to raise it before using the machine; it works better that way.
*Manual: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/974c69637ba13cd29bf98419910a853043dc9e83.pdf
*Parts list: http://parts.singerco.com/CPpartCharts/14U00/14U64A.pdf

====Brother Exedra E-40====
We've gotten rid of this machine (when we moved the sewing station over to the fire escape) but we still have the digitized manual: https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Brother_E-40_Operation_Panel_Instruction_Manual.pdf

====Kenmore Overlock 3/4D====
Manual: In Manuals Collection, also https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Overlock_34d_38516631.compressed.pdf

====Brother SE400 Embroidery Machine====
'''currently missing''' as of 2021-07-14
This machine is awesome, and can do many different stitches as well as CNC embroidery.
It's usually stored on the wall of the sewing area. It looks like a home sewing machine but is as expensive as an industrial one and is many people's favorite machine.
* [[Embroidery Machine]]
* Bobbin: Class 15 ([https://www.joann.com/brother-sa156-clear-plastic-class-15-bobbin/16386419.html Brother SA156])
* Manual: https://download.brother.com/welcome/doch000184/885v31_v32_v33_om04en.pdf

====Pfaff Creative 1471 sewing machine====
'''Location unknown''' as of 2021-7-14
This machine has a bobbin case, so it requires a little bit more knowledge to change out the bobbin than newer machines that have a top drop-in bobbin.
*Bobbin: Special metal bobbins. There's a parts drawer specifically for Pfaff bobbins.
*Manual: http://www.pfaff.com/SiteMedia/PFAFF/Products/Machines/Support-manuals/creative1471-manual-EN.pdf

====Singer CG-590-C====
Manual: In Manuals Collection

====White YM-43-8====
Manual: Unknown

====Singer 621-B====
Manual: Unknown

====Singer Heavy Duty 4423 sewing machine====
'''Broken''' as of 2019-11-04: Shuttle pops up out of bobbin race, resulting in failure to make stitches and internal pressure upon the bobbin race door.
Has a top drop-in bobbin. Likely to become our workhorse, as the Heavy Duty is a sturdy mechanical machine.
Has a one-step buttonhole feature with a plastic buttonhole foot. Tricky to use but handy if you know how.
A knob on the top of the machine, near the slot where the take-up lever pops up, enables adjusting the presser foot pressure. Like top thread tension, this should generally not be messed with and should be put back after a job that does require adjusting it, but changing the presser foot pressure makes sense in certain circumstances:
*For thick works such as three or more layers of denim (e.g., when hemming denim garments), reduce the presser foot pressure in order to be able to drive over the inseam and outseam.
*For light works made of thin or sheer fabrics, or slippery fabrics, you may need to increase the pressure to ensure the feed dogs can properly feed (all layers of) the work.
'''Always put the presser foot pressure back how it was when you're done!!!''' Setting up future machine-users for difficulty/failure is un-excellent.
*Bobbin: Class 15
*Quick-start guide: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/HD%20Series_ANT_Generic_QSG_F_0222_lo-res.pdf
*Manual: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/a719909a6ca001462cb1c2536a04506fa9ff327c.pdf

====Singer 57817====
'''Works''' as of 2020-01-06. Missing the reverse button, though.
This machine can only do straight and zigzag stitches. No overcast or anything else.
*Bobbin: [https://www.sewingpartsonline.com/singer-57817-sewing-machine-parts.aspx?sort.ss_cat_sort=desc&keywords=bobbin&index=1 Class 66]
*Manual: https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Singer_57817.pdf

====Brother XL-2300i====
Currently on the top of one of the sewing area shelves.
Overview
* Bobbin: Class 15 ([https://www.joann.com/brother-sa156-clear-plastic-class-15-bobbin/16386419.html Brother SA156])
Manual + quick set-up guide
* https://support.brother.com/g/b/manualtop.aspx?c=us&lang=en&prod=hf_xl2600i2610eus

====Automatic Snap Setting Machines====
In November 2020 we received a generous donation of two Automatic Snap Machines worth over $4000 from Craig Spring http://www.brotus.com !

One pair (one female, one male) of fully automatic, electric powered, 20 line, snap setting machines. These are older model machines manufactured by the Ho Hung Ming company in Taiwan (https://www.hohm.com).

They have a US location at: Ho Hung Ming USA Enterprise, 13525 Alma Ave, Gardena, CA 90249, Phone: 3103274847.

One of the advantages of these older machines is that they are simple mechanical machines built to last. Like an old car, they are easier to repair than newer ones. In 22 years, he never needed to repair these machines. They still run like a beast.

As there exists no manual for these machines, Craig and DK gave a servicing and use demonstration on Nov 15, 2020 via Jitsi and X uploaded it to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc2ozToy38Q

Photos are at https://discuss.noisebridge.info/t/automatic-snap-setting-machines-donation-instructions/2132

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CHJX 1 52 Automatic Knitting Machine

2023-07-25T04:25:13Z

Boredzo: Added {{sewing}} and a link to the YouTube tutorial playlist.

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== Overview ==

Noisebridge has imported a 52" single system, automatic flat knitting machine from China. It's in our [[Sewing]] room.

== Operation ==

'''Resources'''

* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ubc_aJjvSap3zNg8jYIAmtbF3YKVGhWx/view?usp=sharing Raynen F4000 Intelligent Control Of Flat Knitting Machine Manual]
* [http://down.zjhqtech.com:800/admin/smallpic/HqPDS16_en.pdf Operation Manual of the Hengqiang Pattern Designing Software ]
* [http://en.hqcnc.com/about212.html Software Download]
* How To Tutorial (Coming soon)
* [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDIjpAPG02CAy6hJnGitySJj1jf2jESRc Design software tutorial]

== Acquisition & Import Process ==

* We compared similarly spec-ed machines from several vendors and bought [https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/2023-New-Fully-Automatic-Sweater-Flat_1600063265178.html this one].
* Our machine is sailing on [https://www.marinetraffic.com/en/ais/details/ships/shipid:5447897/mmsi:440112000/imo:9742168/vessel:HMM_PROMISE HMM Promise] and arrival is expected late June.

== Repair and Spare Parts Sources ==

Meeting Notes 2023 07 18

2023-07-22T05:20:34Z

Boredzo: /* Current Consensus Items */ Good use for a permalink, actually

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These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The 732nd Meeting of Noisebridge].

Date: 2023_07_18

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_07_11|Previous Meeting]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_07_25|Next Meeting]]

Note-takers: MJO

Moderators: Farley

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update: N/A
* Announcements: N/A
* Finances: N/A
* New members: N/A
* New philanthropists: N/A
* Consensus Items: N/A
* Discussion Items: Locking the sewing room, new mural, no sanding inside. There was no dissent on any of the proposals

= Introductions =
* Farley: web developer
* Andy: Lives nearby
* Max: I host woodshop safety training and woodhacking wednesday
* JD: Does laser training, woodshop safety, welding
* Lizzard: new to the space not to be confused with other lizzard
* Raven: new to SF coming to see about membership. Really interested in sewing. not so sure about the computer stuff
* Sergio: new member here. Likes working in the woodshop, doing prototypes to connect musical instruments market. Develop much more fun
* Guy: Part of the 3D printing guild. Maintains and gives classes once a month
* Trayden: Here for the summer with a group of people from the school. Second time visiting. Mainly in woodwork, software cad
* Danielle: Residency, bionformatics master & web dev. Interested to play more with electronics
* Ida: also part of residency program, building some stuff w/ software hardware modeling. Interested in learning more about sewing and just about everything here. Interested in membership
* Aidan: Hosting microelectronics design for wearables
* Alice: studying human augmentation and storytelling, xtended reality
* TJ: My interest is AI and robotics. AI group meets wednesday, robotics thursdays
* Christopher: HS teacher for 5 years, recently moved here, now works as a SWE
* Mike: Big code guy, likes TypeScript
* Emeline: Noisebridge Treasurer, maintainer of Textile room upstairs
* Loren: 5MOF this Thursday lightning talks!
* Contact page is linked to our discord server, which is the best way to stay in touch

= Short announcements and events =
* Farley: Brian is hosting a sketching class, also Ari is starting a Design meetup Mondays at 7PM. Graphical design stuff. Unity, Unreal, Houdini
* TJ: The goal is to build a graphical modeling engine with an AI game archicture.
* TJ: The AI group is doing lightning round talks this Wednesday evening

= Excellence =
What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy

= Guilds =
* JD: Guilds are a group of people interested in a particular aspect of what's going on here. People who have the knowledge of how things operate so we can allow the people who are maintaining the space to keep an eye on it. Gives people a chance to actually make eye contact, let people get access to stuff without trying to figure something out on their own and destroy stuff
* Guy: That's why we started the 3D printing class. I've been doing the 3D printing classes for 4-5 months from now.
* JD: we should try and keep an essential part locked up if we can
* Max: how easy are they to maintain
* Guy: you can order parts when needed. I've had one for months and it has been working.
* Emeline: As far as guilds are going, one of the things I want to discuss today is that we keep having equipment stolen/broken from the sewing room. So before we get any new machines we need to get better at protecting those machines. This is a discussion item. Key to the sewing room.

= New Members/Associate Members =
* Mark: we try to maintain as flat a hierarchy as possible here and no one needs to become a member
* No one has a complete application
* Andy and some others will be seeking sponsorship

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.
* Bambu printer
* noise wall for woodshop, and electrical outlets need spending, but not immediate

== Fundraising Update ==

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== [https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Current_Consensus_Items&oldid=80985 Current Consensus Items] ==
Only for talking about Big C consensus items, small c consensus items should be discussed with people at the space at the time of the change/new item.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1 ==
=== protecting the sewing room ===
* Emeline: We've lost at least $1000 in the last month from hacks, damage, theft, etc. I'm proposing right now to have a room lock to match the member key. Having the main space open, but having the sewing room closed when not supervised to prevent theft and damage
* JD: I'm gonna have to buy a new lock because it's the wrong kind of key. I'm telling you it will be about $50. I'll get it and let you know how much it is.
* Farley: Does anyone want to respond to this discussion?
* Mark: It's probably a good idea to somehow... We need to find some sort of culture touchpoint for people who want to deal with getting into the sewing room. For example if I am around, how do I protect against people Bullsh*** me to get into the sewing room.
* Emeline: That's hasn't really been the case. People are usually honest about having been to the training. I think it functions just like the main door where you let in people you trust. I'm just trying to limit the damages and losses for now. That's how I think about it
* Mark: That's fine
* Max: Should we also lock up the 3D printer room?
* Guy: I don't think it's a problem at the moment, but it might be when we get the new printer
* Emeline: I think that room would also benefit from locks
* Farley: sounds like we have a plan with the sewing room and we will act when we need to for the 3D printing room

== Discussion Item 2 ==
Proposal: no sanding inside (esp. power-sanding). brought by Loren, at Ken's suggestion.
Reasoning: the largest source of dust and poor air quality inside.
Action item: put up signs in space, add to wiki: "try planing instead of sanding, sand outside—mindful of airflow" (also poorer surface finishes)
* Loren: I do want comment from woodshop people
* JD: I would add close rollup door
* Max: I have no problem with it
* JD: We should also make sure there is an extension cord.
* JD: We can connect that to port
* Max: No sanding inside without dust collection?
* Others: no dissent

== Discussion Item 3 ==
to ask this local artist to paint us a mural https://www.flickr.com/photos/197440590@N07/albums/72177720305269750
> I asked him for a draft, he suggested a mural with a predominance of red and black (to go with our logo) and flowers shapes inspired by the sf dahlias. he'd also take care of repainting if someone painted over it
> our front gate was tagged yesterday, and we got a 1000 dollars donation in the mail for a mural - would like to suggest to ask this local artist to paint us a mural

* Loren: This mural artist has a bunch of vases around mission. Emeline propose we do something like this with Noisebridge colors with an SF flower.
* Farley: You know how much this was for
* Loren: The donation was for $1000 with the purpose of adding a mural
* Farley: Sounds done to me unless anyone else really wants to talk about this

* Loren: semi related, could someone take the time to paint over the tagging out front.
* Farley: that can be a part of the do-ocratic task force

* Mark: Does this artist have a specific place they want to do it?
* Loren: That is something we can decide.
* Mark: I think we need the word Noisebridge prominently displayed somewhere
* Loren: Laser cutter is useful for making some spray paint templates

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

* paint over the tagging on front gate
* how are people doing with the door code access? Anyone having issues with keying in?
* what's going on with the member list
* TJ gathered a list of people, which is on Slack in the-board channel. I can make it more formal once we get into the board elections which I set for August 1st.

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Meeting Notes 2023 07 18

2023-07-22T05:19:39Z

Boredzo: /* Consensus Items */ Fixed link even more

{{meetings}}

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The 732nd Meeting of Noisebridge].

Date: 2023_07_18

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_07_11|Previous Meeting]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_07_25|Next Meeting]]

Note-takers: MJO

Moderators: Farley

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update: N/A
* Announcements: N/A
* Finances: N/A
* New members: N/A
* New philanthropists: N/A
* Consensus Items: N/A
* Discussion Items: Locking the sewing room, new mural, no sanding inside. There was no dissent on any of the proposals

= Introductions =
* Farley: web developer
* Andy: Lives nearby
* Max: I host woodshop safety training and woodhacking wednesday
* JD: Does laser training, woodshop safety, welding
* Lizzard: new to the space not to be confused with other lizzard
* Raven: new to SF coming to see about membership. Really interested in sewing. not so sure about the computer stuff
* Sergio: new member here. Likes working in the woodshop, doing prototypes to connect musical instruments market. Develop much more fun
* Guy: Part of the 3D printing guild. Maintains and gives classes once a month
* Trayden: Here for the summer with a group of people from the school. Second time visiting. Mainly in woodwork, software cad
* Danielle: Residency, bionformatics master & web dev. Interested to play more with electronics
* Ida: also part of residency program, building some stuff w/ software hardware modeling. Interested in learning more about sewing and just about everything here. Interested in membership
* Aidan: Hosting microelectronics design for wearables
* Alice: studying human augmentation and storytelling, xtended reality
* TJ: My interest is AI and robotics. AI group meets wednesday, robotics thursdays
* Christopher: HS teacher for 5 years, recently moved here, now works as a SWE
* Mike: Big code guy, likes TypeScript
* Emeline: Noisebridge Treasurer, maintainer of Textile room upstairs
* Loren: 5MOF this Thursday lightning talks!
* Contact page is linked to our discord server, which is the best way to stay in touch

= Short announcements and events =
* Farley: Brian is hosting a sketching class, also Ari is starting a Design meetup Mondays at 7PM. Graphical design stuff. Unity, Unreal, Houdini
* TJ: The goal is to build a graphical modeling engine with an AI game archicture.
* TJ: The AI group is doing lightning round talks this Wednesday evening

= Excellence =
What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy

= Guilds =
* JD: Guilds are a group of people interested in a particular aspect of what's going on here. People who have the knowledge of how things operate so we can allow the people who are maintaining the space to keep an eye on it. Gives people a chance to actually make eye contact, let people get access to stuff without trying to figure something out on their own and destroy stuff
* Guy: That's why we started the 3D printing class. I've been doing the 3D printing classes for 4-5 months from now.
* JD: we should try and keep an essential part locked up if we can
* Max: how easy are they to maintain
* Guy: you can order parts when needed. I've had one for months and it has been working.
* Emeline: As far as guilds are going, one of the things I want to discuss today is that we keep having equipment stolen/broken from the sewing room. So before we get any new machines we need to get better at protecting those machines. This is a discussion item. Key to the sewing room.

= New Members/Associate Members =
* Mark: we try to maintain as flat a hierarchy as possible here and no one needs to become a member
* No one has a complete application
* Andy and some others will be seeking sponsorship

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.
* Bambu printer
* noise wall for woodshop, and electrical outlets need spending, but not immediate

== Fundraising Update ==

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== [[ Current Consensus Items]] ==
Only for talking about Big C consensus items, small c consensus items should be discussed with people at the space at the time of the change/new item.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1 ==
=== protecting the sewing room ===
* Emeline: We've lost at least $1000 in the last month from hacks, damage, theft, etc. I'm proposing right now to have a room lock to match the member key. Having the main space open, but having the sewing room closed when not supervised to prevent theft and damage
* JD: I'm gonna have to buy a new lock because it's the wrong kind of key. I'm telling you it will be about $50. I'll get it and let you know how much it is.
* Farley: Does anyone want to respond to this discussion?
* Mark: It's probably a good idea to somehow... We need to find some sort of culture touchpoint for people who want to deal with getting into the sewing room. For example if I am around, how do I protect against people Bullsh*** me to get into the sewing room.
* Emeline: That's hasn't really been the case. People are usually honest about having been to the training. I think it functions just like the main door where you let in people you trust. I'm just trying to limit the damages and losses for now. That's how I think about it
* Mark: That's fine
* Max: Should we also lock up the 3D printer room?
* Guy: I don't think it's a problem at the moment, but it might be when we get the new printer
* Emeline: I think that room would also benefit from locks
* Farley: sounds like we have a plan with the sewing room and we will act when we need to for the 3D printing room

== Discussion Item 2 ==
Proposal: no sanding inside (esp. power-sanding). brought by Loren, at Ken's suggestion.
Reasoning: the largest source of dust and poor air quality inside.
Action item: put up signs in space, add to wiki: "try planing instead of sanding, sand outside—mindful of airflow" (also poorer surface finishes)
* Loren: I do want comment from woodshop people
* JD: I would add close rollup door
* Max: I have no problem with it
* JD: We should also make sure there is an extension cord.
* JD: We can connect that to port
* Max: No sanding inside without dust collection?
* Others: no dissent

== Discussion Item 3 ==
to ask this local artist to paint us a mural https://www.flickr.com/photos/197440590@N07/albums/72177720305269750
> I asked him for a draft, he suggested a mural with a predominance of red and black (to go with our logo) and flowers shapes inspired by the sf dahlias. he'd also take care of repainting if someone painted over it
> our front gate was tagged yesterday, and we got a 1000 dollars donation in the mail for a mural - would like to suggest to ask this local artist to paint us a mural

* Loren: This mural artist has a bunch of vases around mission. Emeline propose we do something like this with Noisebridge colors with an SF flower.
* Farley: You know how much this was for
* Loren: The donation was for $1000 with the purpose of adding a mural
* Farley: Sounds done to me unless anyone else really wants to talk about this

* Loren: semi related, could someone take the time to paint over the tagging out front.
* Farley: that can be a part of the do-ocratic task force

* Mark: Does this artist have a specific place they want to do it?
* Loren: That is something we can decide.
* Mark: I think we need the word Noisebridge prominently displayed somewhere
* Loren: Laser cutter is useful for making some spray paint templates

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

* paint over the tagging on front gate
* how are people doing with the door code access? Anyone having issues with keying in?
* what's going on with the member list
* TJ gathered a list of people, which is on Slack in the-board channel. I can make it more formal once we get into the board elections which I set for August 1st.

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Meeting Notes 2023 07 18

2023-07-22T05:18:53Z

Boredzo: /* Consensus Items */ Fixed link

{{meetings}}

These are the notes from the [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Meeting_Notes The 732nd Meeting of Noisebridge].

Date: 2023_07_18

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_07_11|Previous Meeting]]

[[Meeting_Notes_2023_07_25|Next Meeting]]

Note-takers: MJO

Moderators: Farley

== Meeting Summary ==
FILL OUT AT END OF MEETING AND SEND TO MAILING LIST/SLACK/DISCORD
Include:
TLDR what happened at the meeting:
* Fundraising Update: N/A
* Announcements: N/A
* Finances: N/A
* New members: N/A
* New philanthropists: N/A
* Consensus Items: N/A
* Discussion Items: Locking the sewing room, new mural, no sanding inside. There was no dissent on any of the proposals

= Introductions =
* Farley: web developer
* Andy: Lives nearby
* Max: I host woodshop safety training and woodhacking wednesday
* JD: Does laser training, woodshop safety, welding
* Lizzard: new to the space not to be confused with other lizzard
* Raven: new to SF coming to see about membership. Really interested in sewing. not so sure about the computer stuff
* Sergio: new member here. Likes working in the woodshop, doing prototypes to connect musical instruments market. Develop much more fun
* Guy: Part of the 3D printing guild. Maintains and gives classes once a month
* Trayden: Here for the summer with a group of people from the school. Second time visiting. Mainly in woodwork, software cad
* Danielle: Residency, bionformatics master & web dev. Interested to play more with electronics
* Ida: also part of residency program, building some stuff w/ software hardware modeling. Interested in learning more about sewing and just about everything here. Interested in membership
* Aidan: Hosting microelectronics design for wearables
* Alice: studying human augmentation and storytelling, xtended reality
* TJ: My interest is AI and robotics. AI group meets wednesday, robotics thursdays
* Christopher: HS teacher for 5 years, recently moved here, now works as a SWE
* Mike: Big code guy, likes TypeScript
* Emeline: Noisebridge Treasurer, maintainer of Textile room upstairs
* Loren: 5MOF this Thursday lightning talks!
* Contact page is linked to our discord server, which is the best way to stay in touch

= Short announcements and events =
* Farley: Brian is hosting a sketching class, also Ari is starting a Design meetup Mondays at 7PM. Graphical design stuff. Unity, Unreal, Houdini
* TJ: The goal is to build a graphical modeling engine with an AI game archicture.
* TJ: The AI group is doing lightning round talks this Wednesday evening

= Excellence =
What does that mean? Please see our page on excellence https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Excellence!

== Anti-Harassment Policy & Community Standards of Excellence ==
Noisebridge has an [[Anti-Harassment Policy]] https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Anti-Harassment_Policy

= Guilds =
* JD: Guilds are a group of people interested in a particular aspect of what's going on here. People who have the knowledge of how things operate so we can allow the people who are maintaining the space to keep an eye on it. Gives people a chance to actually make eye contact, let people get access to stuff without trying to figure something out on their own and destroy stuff
* Guy: That's why we started the 3D printing class. I've been doing the 3D printing classes for 4-5 months from now.
* JD: we should try and keep an essential part locked up if we can
* Max: how easy are they to maintain
* Guy: you can order parts when needed. I've had one for months and it has been working.
* Emeline: As far as guilds are going, one of the things I want to discuss today is that we keep having equipment stolen/broken from the sewing room. So before we get any new machines we need to get better at protecting those machines. This is a discussion item. Key to the sewing room.

= New Members/Associate Members =
* Mark: we try to maintain as flat a hierarchy as possible here and no one needs to become a member
* No one has a complete application
* Andy and some others will be seeking sponsorship

= Financial Report (first Tuesday of month only) =
* Monthly revenue, expenses. Big projects. Big fundraising events. Reserves in bank.
* Any other details by those participating in handling our financials
* The latest financial reports from the treasurer are available at https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Finances

== Spending Needs ==
Gotta spend money on XYZ (i.e. Gate, wiring etc.). WHO CAN SIGN THE CHECK OR LEND THE CREDIT CARD!?!?! It doesn't matter if we agree to do something and it can’t be paid for.
* Bambu printer
* noise wall for woodshop, and electrical outlets need spending, but not immediate

== Fundraising Update ==

= Big C Consensus Items =
Nobody likes 3 hour meetings, only explain if people ask. https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Current_Consensus_Items

== [[ Consensus Items]] ==
Only for talking about Big C consensus items, small c consensus items should be discussed with people at the space at the time of the change/new item.

= Discussion =

== Discussion Item 1 ==
=== protecting the sewing room ===
* Emeline: We've lost at least $1000 in the last month from hacks, damage, theft, etc. I'm proposing right now to have a room lock to match the member key. Having the main space open, but having the sewing room closed when not supervised to prevent theft and damage
* JD: I'm gonna have to buy a new lock because it's the wrong kind of key. I'm telling you it will be about $50. I'll get it and let you know how much it is.
* Farley: Does anyone want to respond to this discussion?
* Mark: It's probably a good idea to somehow... We need to find some sort of culture touchpoint for people who want to deal with getting into the sewing room. For example if I am around, how do I protect against people Bullsh*** me to get into the sewing room.
* Emeline: That's hasn't really been the case. People are usually honest about having been to the training. I think it functions just like the main door where you let in people you trust. I'm just trying to limit the damages and losses for now. That's how I think about it
* Mark: That's fine
* Max: Should we also lock up the 3D printer room?
* Guy: I don't think it's a problem at the moment, but it might be when we get the new printer
* Emeline: I think that room would also benefit from locks
* Farley: sounds like we have a plan with the sewing room and we will act when we need to for the 3D printing room

== Discussion Item 2 ==
Proposal: no sanding inside (esp. power-sanding). brought by Loren, at Ken's suggestion.
Reasoning: the largest source of dust and poor air quality inside.
Action item: put up signs in space, add to wiki: "try planing instead of sanding, sand outside—mindful of airflow" (also poorer surface finishes)
* Loren: I do want comment from woodshop people
* JD: I would add close rollup door
* Max: I have no problem with it
* JD: We should also make sure there is an extension cord.
* JD: We can connect that to port
* Max: No sanding inside without dust collection?
* Others: no dissent

== Discussion Item 3 ==
to ask this local artist to paint us a mural https://www.flickr.com/photos/197440590@N07/albums/72177720305269750
> I asked him for a draft, he suggested a mural with a predominance of red and black (to go with our logo) and flowers shapes inspired by the sf dahlias. he'd also take care of repainting if someone painted over it
> our front gate was tagged yesterday, and we got a 1000 dollars donation in the mail for a mural - would like to suggest to ask this local artist to paint us a mural

* Loren: This mural artist has a bunch of vases around mission. Emeline propose we do something like this with Noisebridge colors with an SF flower.
* Farley: You know how much this was for
* Loren: The donation was for $1000 with the purpose of adding a mural
* Farley: Sounds done to me unless anyone else really wants to talk about this

* Loren: semi related, could someone take the time to paint over the tagging out front.
* Farley: that can be a part of the do-ocratic task force

* Mark: Does this artist have a specific place they want to do it?
* Loren: That is something we can decide.
* Mark: I think we need the word Noisebridge prominently displayed somewhere
* Loren: Laser cutter is useful for making some spray paint templates

= Do-ocratic Task Board =
Participation also means doing stuff to contribute to the space. Propose new tasks or pick some tasks from [https://github.com/noisebridge/buildout-capp Github], from what needs to be done around you, or whatever, and see if someone will sign up to work on that task. Anyone can sign up and it's a great way to show you are contributing!

* paint over the tagging on front gate
* how are people doing with the door code access? Anyone having issues with keying in?
* what's going on with the member list
* TJ gathered a list of people, which is on Slack in the-board channel. I can make it more formal once we get into the board elections which I set for August 1st.

[[Category:Meeting Notes]]

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:41:02Z

Boredzo: /* The machine isn't making stitches at all */ Added another easy tip.

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

Note: '''These tips are for home sewing machines.''' They may not be applicable to the industrial machines or the sergers. (In particular, do not rethread the sergers unless you know what you're doing.)

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up. Don't be ashamed; we've all done it!
*Make sure enough of the lower thread is hanging out for the upper thread to catch. If there's only an inch or less hanging out, pull out a few more inches' worth.
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. If that works without difficulty, your project and its materials might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. For machines with a top drop-in bobbin, the bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer to the problem and go over what you've tried.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

'''DO NOT''' attempt to force material into the machine by pushing it with your hands. This is a good way to drive a sewing machine over your finger and have to go to the hospital. Don't pull it from behind, either—as the needle comes down, you'll pull it into the throat plate, where it will at least make a nick (which will damage later materials) and may jam the machine or break the needle. Instead, stop, think, and fix the actual problem.

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:38:27Z

Boredzo: /* Common problems and things to check/try to solve them */ Clarified that these tips are for the home sewing machines only.

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

Note: '''These tips are for home sewing machines.''' They may not be applicable to the industrial machines or the sergers. (In particular, do not rethread the sergers unless you know what you're doing.)

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up. Don't be ashamed; we've all done it!
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. If that works without difficulty, your project and its materials might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. For machines with a top drop-in bobbin, the bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer to the problem and go over what you've tried.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

'''DO NOT''' attempt to force material into the machine by pushing it with your hands. This is a good way to drive a sewing machine over your finger and have to go to the hospital. Don't pull it from behind, either—as the needle comes down, you'll pull it into the throat plate, where it will at least make a nick (which will damage later materials) and may jam the machine or break the needle. Instead, stop, think, and fix the actual problem.

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:35:25Z

Boredzo: /* The machine isn't making stitches at all */

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up. Don't be ashamed; we've all done it!
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. If that works without difficulty, your project and its materials might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. For machines with a top drop-in bobbin, the bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer to the problem and go over what you've tried.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

'''DO NOT''' attempt to force material into the machine by pushing it with your hands. This is a good way to drive a sewing machine over your finger and have to go to the hospital. Don't pull it from behind, either—as the needle comes down, you'll pull it into the throat plate, where it will at least make a nick (which will damage later materials) and may jam the machine or break the needle. Instead, stop, think, and fix the actual problem.

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:31:02Z

Boredzo: /* The material isn't feeding through */ Clarified why that's bad.

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up. Don't be ashamed; we've all done it!
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. If that works without difficulty, your project and its materials might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. For machines with a top drop-in bobbin, the bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

'''DO NOT''' attempt to force material into the machine by pushing it with your hands. This is a good way to drive a sewing machine over your finger and have to go to the hospital. Don't pull it from behind, either—as the needle comes down, you'll pull it into the throat plate, where it will at least make a nick (which will damage later materials) and may jam the machine or break the needle. Instead, stop, think, and fix the actual problem.

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:29:57Z

Boredzo: /* The machine isn't making stitches at all */ Clarified that this guidance is for machines with a top drop-in bobbin. (I'm not familiar enough with front-load bobbins to say what the timing on those should look like.)

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up. Don't be ashamed; we've all done it!
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. If that works without difficulty, your project and its materials might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. For machines with a top drop-in bobbin, the bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

'''DO NOT''' attempt to force material into the machine by pushing it with your hands. This is a good way to drive a sewing machine over your finger. Don't pull it from behind, either—as the needle comes down, you'll pull it into the throat plate, where it will at least make a nick (which will damage later materials) and may jam the machine or break the needle. Instead, stop, think, and fix the actual problem.

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:28:37Z

Boredzo: /* The machine isn't making stitches at all */

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up. Don't be ashamed; we've all done it!
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. If that works without difficulty, your project and its materials might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. The bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

'''DO NOT''' attempt to force material into the machine by pushing it with your hands. This is a good way to drive a sewing machine over your finger. Don't pull it from behind, either—as the needle comes down, you'll pull it into the throat plate, where it will at least make a nick (which will damage later materials) and may jam the machine or break the needle. Instead, stop, think, and fix the actual problem.

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:28:04Z

Boredzo: /* The machine isn't making stitches at all */

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up. Don't be ashamed; we've all done it!
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. You might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot for your project.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. The bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

'''DO NOT''' attempt to force material into the machine by pushing it with your hands. This is a good way to drive a sewing machine over your finger. Don't pull it from behind, either—as the needle comes down, you'll pull it into the throat plate, where it will at least make a nick (which will damage later materials) and may jam the machine or break the needle. Instead, stop, think, and fix the actual problem.

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:27:23Z

Boredzo: /* The machine isn't making stitches at all */

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up. Don't be ashamed; we've all done it!
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. *You might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot for your project.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. The bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

'''DO NOT''' attempt to force material into the machine by pushing it with your hands. This is a good way to drive a sewing machine over your finger. Don't pull it from behind, either—as the needle comes down, you'll pull it into the throat plate, where it will at least make a nick (which will damage later materials) and may jam the machine or break the needle. Instead, stop, think, and fix the actual problem.

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:25:16Z

Boredzo: /* The material isn't feeding through */ Added a couple of do-nots.

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up.
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. *You might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot for your project.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. The bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

'''DO NOT''' attempt to force material into the machine by pushing it with your hands. This is a good way to drive a sewing machine over your finger. Don't pull it from behind, either—as the needle comes down, you'll pull it into the throat plate, where it will at least make a nick (which will damage later materials) and may jam the machine or break the needle. Instead, stop, think, and fix the actual problem.

Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:22:14Z

Boredzo:

{{sewing}}

== Common problems and things to check/try to solve them ==

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

In ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up.
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. *You might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot for your project.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. The bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

Sewing

2023-07-03T02:21:07Z

Boredzo: /* Repairing a Sewing Machine */ Linking to the Troubleshooting list.

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{{blackbox}}[[File:Sewingstation.jpg|200px|right]] You are in the Sewing Studio of Noisebridge [[upstairs]].

You see sewing machines, fabric, a large cutting table, sewing tools, and knitting machines.

'''EXITS:''' [[Upstairs]]
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'''Noisebridge's sewing guild hosts sewing events and maintains three industrial sewing machines, a variety of domestic sewing machines, and knitting machines.'''

* '''RESOURCES:''' Sewing Machines, Knitting Machines, Rug-making Machine, [[Vinyl Cutter]] (downstairs near Print Shop)
* '''EVENTS:''' [[Sewing Project Night|Sewing Mondays 7-8PM, check meetup for exact times]]
* '''CHANNELS:''' #sewingstation on [[Slack]], [https://discord.gg/VzQPXCmW Sewing Channel on Discord]
* '''GET TRAINED:''' [[Sewing/Who_can_use_the_sewing_machines|Who can use the sewing machines]]
* '''MAINTAINERS:''' [[User:e_mln_e|Emeline/@e_mln_e]] / [[User:zullia|Alaina]]
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[[File:Sewingstation.jpg|500px|link=sewing|right|thumb|The [[2169]] sewing station. The [[272]] version is upstairs.]]
[[Image:Starfive - q's noisebridge project.jpg|thumb|right|Craft hacking]]

=EVENTS=

* [[Sewing Project Night]]

==Past Events==
* In early 2019, we had a “Sewing Machine Fix-a-Thon” in which we serviced some of our sewing machines and determined what parts needed to be ordered.
* Open Project Night, an unstructured event in which participants brought their own projects for repair and alterations help, advice on techniques, materials, and machines, starting a new project with materials at the space, and just having fun sewing with fellow makers
* Sew With Knits, in which we went over how to operate the industrial serger, how to operate the domestic coverstitch, overview of domestic sewing machine stitch types appropriate for stretch knit material, and advice on participants' projects

=HOW TO BE EXCELLENT BY NOT BREAKING THE MACHINES=

We have home machines and industrial machines, and the home machines are all, to varying degrees, much more breakable. They're consumer products, often designed and built with a modern “what is this ‘repair’ of which you speak?” mindset, not built to withstand abuse or rough handling.

To that end, here are some strong guidelines for how to Be Excellent and use the home sewing machines in ways that don't break them:

# '''First, always be gentle.''' Treat the machine like a puppy. It will bite you, die, or incur a huge bill if you damage it.
# '''Do not pull fabric through the machine.''' Let the feed dogs do the work, or drop them if you want to free-sew or embroider. Pulling work through the machine is a good way to bend or break the needle, damage the bobbin and/or bobbin case and/or shuttle, pull the shuttle out of phase, or otherwise damage something. You're lucky if it's the needle or bobbin; those are replaceable. Anything else takes the machine out of commission.
#* If fabric isn't feeding properly, you may need to adjust the presser foot pressure. See point #4.
# '''Always turn the handwheel the correct direction''' On most of our machines, this is '''towards you'''. If you can't remember, press lightly on the pedal and you'll be able to feel which way the handwheel wants to turn. Turning the handwheel the wrong way won't necessarily break the machine, but it can mess up your stitch, break your thread, or cause a snarl that can break the needle.
# '''Change the machine's configuration as you need, but put it back when you're done.''' Every machine should have a standard presser foot and a “universal” needle (size 90/14) loaded when not in use. It should be on the default settings for presser foot pressure and tension. Anyone who needs something different should make whatever changes they need, '''and''' change them back before they put the machine away/leave.
# '''Put the machine away when you're done/before leaving.''' The cutting table is not a machine storage rack.
# '''Keep the machine's parts with the machine.''' Some machines have a storage compartment on the front of the bed (the bottom portion of the machine where the bobbin is). The domestic machines have a kit for holding bobbins, feet, needles, spool caps, screwdrivers, and anything else necessary to using the machine. The pedal should be kept with the machine at all times, and should have a paper tag tied to it identifying which machine it belongs to. (Such tags are kept in a drawer in the sewing area.)
# '''Use the correct needle, and change the needle when needed.''' Always check which needle is loaded into the machine before you start sewing—make sure it's right for the type (woven vs. knit vs. solid) of fabric, the tightness of weave/knit, and the weight of the fabric.
#* Non-woven materials such as leather or vinyl require special “leather” needles, made to pierce solid objects. Knitted fabrics, including T-shirt fabric, require “ball point” needles, which are less likely to pierce/cut a yarn. Tight weaves such as microsuede may require “microtex” or “sharp” needles that can find their way between the yarns. Denim and heavy canvas may require “denim” (a.k.a. “jeans”) needles. Most normal woven fabrics will work with a “universal” needle.
#* If you're using the right kind of needle but it isn't going through/is skipping stitches or is stitching irregularly or with difficulty, try a heavier diameter or (if woven) a denim needle. Most likely the needle is not able to cleanly penetrate the fabric. Continuing to sew in this state is a good way to permanently bend (i.e., ruin) or break the needle.
#* Needles wear out! They are a consumable. If you're pretty sure you have the right kind and diameter of needle, change it out for another like one. If that works better, safely dispose of the worn needle—don't put it back for some other sucker to try.
# '''Avoid computerized machines unless you ''really'' need them.''' Computerized machines are much more delicate than mechanical machines. The best reason to use a computerized machine is it's the one with embroidery features and you need that. Otherwise, take a mechanical one such as the Kenmore 385 if it's available—they hold up better.
# '''Use the correct type of bobbin for the machine you're using.''' Bobbins come in a variety of types, including Class 15, Class 15J, Class 66, and numerous oddballs. This page lists the correct type of bobbin for each machine, and the same information should soon be stickered onto all of our machines. Any machine, otherwise working, may fail to sew correctly (skipped stitches, shuttle snarls, etc.) with the wrong kind of bobbin in it.
# '''Do not use a damaged or broken bobbin.''' If it's cracked, chipped, or bent, don't use it. Transfer the thread (if any) to a new bobbin of the same type (or of the type for the machine you're going to use), then chuck the busted bobbin in the trash.

=RESOURCES=

==Sewing Machines==

===Industrial Sewing Machines===
* [[Juki DDL-227 Straight Stitch]]
* [[Singer 251-12 Straight Stitch]]
* [[Juki LU-563 Walking Foot]]
* [[Juki MO-2416 Serger]] (subclass FF6-500)
*Shoe Patcher, hand cranked (not yet up and running)

===Domestic Sewing Machines===
*[[Bernette 55]]
*[[Singer 4166]]
*[[Brother XR135]]
*[[White E-6354]]
*[[Singer Stylist 533]]
*[[Kenmore 385]]
*Coverstitch

===Other Amenities===
* Large table with cutting mat surface (50 inches x ? inches )
* Irons and Ironing board
* Sewing/craft/fashion library
* Domestic knitting machines
* Buttons, buckles, zipper, grommets, etc
* 1 dress form
* Full length mirror

===Before donating a machine to Noisebridge===

Please reach out to a maintainer. We're looking to simplify our fleet. At the very least, this will mean getting rid of home machines that don't meet certain criteria (Class 15 bobbins, drop-in bobbin case, ''works'', etc.). We may go further than that and standardize on one model, but that's TBD.

The Community Thrift Store on Valencia would also probably love to have it.

=== Sewing Machine Usage Tips ===
* Please DO NOT unthread the sewing machines unless you must. (e.g. to remove a spool of thread, simply cut it close to the spool so that the next person can simply tie a knot with the next thread and pull it all the way through to the needle). This is most important for the serger.

* Domestic and industrial machines use different needles, bobbins, and feet, so check to make sure you are using the right kind. The industrial machines each have a kit hanging on the pegboard behind them. Domestic machine supplies are either in a kit on the table, or are located in labeled drawers on the white cabinet (PLEASE KEEP IT ORGANIZED).
** The closest place to get domestic machine parts and supplies is Fabric Outlet on Mission between 17th & 18th st. Industrial machine parts are only available by mail order (if you know anyone local please let us know)
** Needles may differ between machines and come in sizes (10, 11, 12, 14, 16, etc.). The higher numbers are heavier gauge needles suitable for thicker fabrics.
** Needles also come in different types, including (this is an abridged list; look to other sites for more complete lists):
***Jersey: Has a ball point, for knitted fabrics (including T-shirt fabric).
***“Universal”: Moderately sharp, for most woven fabrics. Denim needles are the same but more rigid, for tighter weaves of thick yarns (like denim or canvas).
***Microtex needles are the sharpest, for tight weaves of thin yarns, like microsuede or nylon.
***Leather needles have a tiny blade at the tip, for cutting holes in leather and vinyl. Don't use a leather needle for woven or knitted fabrics: The blade will cut the threads rather than squeezing between them, leaving holes that may start rips.
**Needles for the industrial straight stitch and walking foot machines must be inserted with the scarf facing right. Please check the respective manuals.

* If you've never operated a sewing machine before please attend a Sewing 101, which happens every 2nd friday, before you use our machines on your own. The class fills up and has a waitlist, so we ask that you only come if you've secured a spot on Meetup. Sewing machines are delicate creatures and we want to minimize the amount of breakage.
**Read the manual! You'll probably learn something even if you've been sewing for a long time.
**Printed manuals for each industrial machine are in the gray binder on the bookshelf. We don't have manuals printed for all the domestics, but a Google search should bring them up.

*Use scraps for testing to determine thread tension and sewing speed.

===Recommended reading===

[http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/3751/machine-needle-know-how About sewing machine needles]

[http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6847/perfect-machine-tension-every-time Understanding thread tension]

[http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=25126&st=0 Sew heavy material]

[http://www.wipo.int/pctdb/en/wo.jsp?WO=2002000984&IA=US2001041173&DISPLAY=STATUS What is a thread wiper?]

[http://www.citysewing.com/diference-between-clutch-motor-servo-motor/ Difference between clutch and servo motors]

==Winding a Bobbin==

=== Juki DDL-227 & Juki LU-563 ===
*To wind a bobbin, place the empty bobbin on the horizontal spindle to the right of the machine body (near the hand wheel). Run a second thread through the upper holder, down to the tensioner at the back of the right side of the machine, in line with the spindle. Thread the end through one of the holes in the bobbin side, from the inside to the outside. Press the lever to push the spindle down in contact with the sewing machine belt. While holding the thread end so it doesn't just whip out of the bobbin, press the pedal to run a couple of inches (if there were fabric in the machine). Soon enough you can let go of the thread end as it will have been caught by windings on top of it. If you are doing a lot of sewing, you can start a new bobbin before the current one is empty, and let it wind up as you sew. When the bobbin is full, the lever will automatically snap out away from the belt and stop winding thread.

=== Most home sewing machines ===
The bobbin winder is usually on the top of the machine near the right corner (right being the side with the handwheel). It should look like a short spindle that can't be removed and sticks up about half an inch (the thickness of a bobbin) from a flat round surface.

Place a bobbin on the spindle, then:

* On some machines, the handwheel can be pulled out to switch from sewing to bobbin-winding. (Push it back in when you're done winding bobbins.)
* On the big Singer machine, the handwheel has a part that flips up to engage the bobbin-winder.
* On the Brother machines, the bobbin spindle can be slid between the left (sewing) and right (winding). In the latter position, a brake slightly intersects the bobbin and will stop it from getting over-wound.

Once the machine is in winding mode and is powered on, press the pedal slightly and make sure thread is going onto the bobbin properly. Once it's winding properly, floor the pedal until the bobbin is fully wound (some machines will stop the bobbin automatically; others may require you to pay attention).

Remember to switch the machine back to sewing mode when you're done winding bobbins!!!

== Repairing a Sewing Machine ==
Before declaring a machine broken, try the steps on [[Sewing/Troubleshooting]] first.

If a sewing machine is actually broken and non functional, as opposed to just you can't figure out how to make it work, please call Billy from Apparel City at 415-816-8645 (mobile) and schedule an appointment for him to come fix it.
* He usually charges around $80 per hour, plus parts.
* Email the [https://www.noisebridge.net/mailman/listinfo/sewing/|sewing list] and people will chip in to cover this. If you can't manage this process, email the sewing list and find someone else who can. Also, please put a note on the machine so people know what is going on with it.

= Sewing Machines =

== 130-Stitch Computerized Sewing and Quilting (Brother XR1355) ==
'''Works''' as of 2021-12-28

This machine is on the home sewing machine table (Table 3).

=== Overview ===
* This machine does 130 different stitches including lots of cool decorative flowers and patterns.
* Bobbin: Clear plastic, class 15 ([https://www.joann.com/brother-sa156-clear-plastic-class-15-bobbin/16386419.html Brother SA156]). Please use bobbins in Table 3 toolbox.

=== Manual for Brother XR1355 ===

* PDF - http://download.brother.com/welcome/doch001142/xr1355ug02en.pdf
*Spanish copy located on bookshelf in grey binder.

== Singer Simple 3229 sewing machine ==
'''Works''' as of 7-17-2021

*Manual: [https://manual.singer.com/Manuals/RetrievePDF/195 pdf]
*Bobbin: [https://www.singeronline.com/si15clbo.html Class 15]. Use bobbins in the toolbox on Table 3.

=Specialty Machines=

== Brother Coverstitch Serger ==
'''Works''' as of 2022-02-15
This machine is on Table 4. This machine is useful to alter and finish clothes (hems).

=== Overview ===
*intro ([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwYR3pUFJJw])
*narrow cover stitches (no tri-cover stitch as the third needle was broken in the head of the machine.
*should work for a variety of fabrics

=== Manual ===
([https://support.brother.com/g/b/manualtop.aspx?c=us&lang=en&prod=hf_2340cveus])

== Leather Stitching Machine ==
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zawvl5ZZIdI

= Manual Snap Setting Tools =
We have hand presses but no dies for them.

There are a few misc. hand-setting tools in the grommets box

= Scissors =

The sewing station includes a variety of scissors, including straight scissors/shears, a pair of pinking shears, and a couple other specialty scissors.

'''DO NOT USE FABRIC SCISSORS FOR ANYTHING THAT ISN'T FABRIC.''' Paper and other non-fabric things will rapidly dull blades to the point where we need to sharpen them again to use them on fabric.

There are some “paper only” (i.e., pre-ruined) scissors on the tools wall since we know people will look in the sewing section for scissors. There are also some “fabric only” (i.e., not yet ruined) scissors that should only ever be used for fabric.

Also related: There is a sharpening stone on the tools wall in the sewing station.

= Thread snips =

Thread snips are the small scissor-like tools used for cutting the thread sticking out of a work so you can remove the work from the machine.

Thread snips shouldn't be used to cut fabric—use the fabric shears (scissors) or rotary cutters for that. Neither should they be used on non-fabric things like paper or tape.

There are three pairs of thread snips hanging from the tools wall in the sewing section.

= Rotary cutters =

These look similar to pizza cutters but are '''NOT FOR FOOD USE''' (both because it trashes the blade and because the blades are not food-safe: new blades are coated in machine oil).

All of our rotary cutters are 45mm, except for one, which is 60mm but has no blade. It's unclear whether we'll keep that one, since we would need to keep 60mm blades in stock and that would mean figuring out where to keep them and what to use them for.

== How to use ==

Each rotary cutter has a cutting (blade extended) position and a safe (blade retracted) position. The Olfa ergonomic cutters will also spring back to retracted automatically, and can't be extended unless the safety button is pushed to the unlocked side.

Rotary cutters should be used on a cutting mat such as the one on the main sewing station table. Usually you want a straight cut, so you should use an acrylic ruler to guide the blade.

Rotary cutters are EXTREMELY sharp, so be careful. Please keep the cutter blade-side-up so it's less likely to come into accidental contact with the table or anything on it—if you can see the blade, you can avoid contact with it.

=== Safety tips ===

*Follow an acrylic ruler.
*Keep your body (including fingers) out of the path of the blade.
*Only use a sharp blade. Don't use a rotary cutter with a dull or trashed blade. Change out the blade if you have to.
*Don't force it to cut if it's not cutting.

== Maintenance ==

Rotary cutters are mostly pretty foolproof. As long as you don't cut yourself, your ruler, wood, another rotary cutter, a 1973 Oldsmobile, or anything else that isn't fabric, the blade should enjoy a good, long life.

But, every blade wears down eventually. Blade sharpeners exist, but we don't currently have one, and a sharpener can't save a chipped or bent blade.

If a blade can't be sharpened, there are new 45mm blades in the storage drawers along the wall.

=== Changing the blade ===

Different rotary cutters have different parts, but they all have these four, in this order:

*Hub/screw
*Rotary cutter body
*Blade
*Nut

You should try to keep all of the parts (including those not listed—some cutters do have some bonus parts) in the correct order. If you get the order wrong, the blade might not spin freely or it might be too far from the cutter body. If that's the case, no biggie, just disassemble and try again.

No tools are needed.

#Remove the nut by hand, keeping your thumb on the hub/screw on the other side.
#Gently turn the cutter over and let the blade fall out onto your fingers, and any other parts onto the table.
#Sharpen or replace the blade.
#Put the blade onto the screw.
#Put the screw (with blade) into the cutter, and put all of the other parts, ending with the nut, onto the other side.

= Parts Needed =

Some of the parts (especially pedals and/or cords) for the sewing machines have, shall we say, installed a walking foot. Here's what we're currently missing:

=HISTORY=
*2008: Noisebridge began having sewing machines at [[83c]].
*2009: Rachel [[Industrial_Sewing_Machine_Donations|purchased industrial sewing machines]] from the sewing shop that formerly occupied Noisebridge's 2169 space with member donations and held its first [[Sewing Workshop]] at [[2169]].
*2015: Grand reopening event of the rebooted Sewing Station.
*2019: Sewing station moved over near the fire escape. Also, we did a Sewing Machine Fix-a-Thon and started holding training classes.

==Grand Reopening Poster ==

[[File:Sewing-Area-Poster.jpg|none|300px]]

== Machines not currently available (location unknown or else) ==

====Brother XR1355====
Status: Location unknown as of 2023-04-20
130-Stitch Computerized Sewing and Quilting (Brother XR1355) Works as of 2021-12-28
This machine is on the home sewing machine table (Table 3).
Overview This machine does 130 different stitches including lots of cool decorative flowers and patterns. Bobbin: Clear plastic, class 15 (Brother SA156). Please use bobbins in Table 3 toolbox.

====Singer Ultralock 14U64A serger====
Status: Broken as of 2023/02. Ready for discard
Type: Domestic serger
Year: probably 1990s
Notes:dropped when being carried by handle. On/off switch broken, possible replacement part found, just needs to be wired on. side plastic casing broken, could possibly be repaired with plastic molding material. Part not necessary to functioning, but nice to have to protect machine from dust
This is a four-thread overlock machine. It's evidently meant for knitted fabrics, as a silkscreened note on the upper-left of the front of the machine notes that it requires a Singer 2045 needle, which is a ball point.
The thread guides above the machine are on a pole that telescopes out. Make sure to raise it before using the machine; it works better that way.
*Manual: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/974c69637ba13cd29bf98419910a853043dc9e83.pdf
*Parts list: http://parts.singerco.com/CPpartCharts/14U00/14U64A.pdf

====Brother Exedra E-40====
We've gotten rid of this machine (when we moved the sewing station over to the fire escape) but we still have the digitized manual: https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Brother_E-40_Operation_Panel_Instruction_Manual.pdf

====Kenmore Overlock 3/4D====
Manual: In Manuals Collection, also https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Overlock_34d_38516631.compressed.pdf

====Brother SE400 Embroidery Machine====
'''currently missing''' as of 2021-07-14
This machine is awesome, and can do many different stitches as well as CNC embroidery.
It's usually stored on the wall of the sewing area. It looks like a home sewing machine but is as expensive as an industrial one and is many people's favorite machine.
* [[Embroidery Machine]]
* Bobbin: Class 15 ([https://www.joann.com/brother-sa156-clear-plastic-class-15-bobbin/16386419.html Brother SA156])
* Manual: https://download.brother.com/welcome/doch000184/885v31_v32_v33_om04en.pdf

====Pfaff Creative 1471 sewing machine====
'''Location unknown''' as of 2021-7-14
This machine has a bobbin case, so it requires a little bit more knowledge to change out the bobbin than newer machines that have a top drop-in bobbin.
*Bobbin: Special metal bobbins. There's a parts drawer specifically for Pfaff bobbins.
*Manual: http://www.pfaff.com/SiteMedia/PFAFF/Products/Machines/Support-manuals/creative1471-manual-EN.pdf

====Singer CG-590-C====
Manual: In Manuals Collection

====White YM-43-8====
Manual: Unknown

====Singer 621-B====
Manual: Unknown

====Singer Heavy Duty 4423 sewing machine====
'''Broken''' as of 2019-11-04: Shuttle pops up out of bobbin race, resulting in failure to make stitches and internal pressure upon the bobbin race door.
Has a top drop-in bobbin. Likely to become our workhorse, as the Heavy Duty is a sturdy mechanical machine.
Has a one-step buttonhole feature with a plastic buttonhole foot. Tricky to use but handy if you know how.
A knob on the top of the machine, near the slot where the take-up lever pops up, enables adjusting the presser foot pressure. Like top thread tension, this should generally not be messed with and should be put back after a job that does require adjusting it, but changing the presser foot pressure makes sense in certain circumstances:
*For thick works such as three or more layers of denim (e.g., when hemming denim garments), reduce the presser foot pressure in order to be able to drive over the inseam and outseam.
*For light works made of thin or sheer fabrics, or slippery fabrics, you may need to increase the pressure to ensure the feed dogs can properly feed (all layers of) the work.
'''Always put the presser foot pressure back how it was when you're done!!!''' Setting up future machine-users for difficulty/failure is un-excellent.
*Bobbin: Class 15
*Quick-start guide: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/HD%20Series_ANT_Generic_QSG_F_0222_lo-res.pdf
*Manual: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/a719909a6ca001462cb1c2536a04506fa9ff327c.pdf

====Singer 57817====
'''Works''' as of 2020-01-06. Missing the reverse button, though.
This machine can only do straight and zigzag stitches. No overcast or anything else.
*Bobbin: [https://www.sewingpartsonline.com/singer-57817-sewing-machine-parts.aspx?sort.ss_cat_sort=desc&keywords=bobbin&index=1 Class 66]
*Manual: https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Singer_57817.pdf

====Brother XL-2300i====
Currently on the top of one of the sewing area shelves.
Overview
* Bobbin: Class 15 ([https://www.joann.com/brother-sa156-clear-plastic-class-15-bobbin/16386419.html Brother SA156])
Manual + quick set-up guide
* https://support.brother.com/g/b/manualtop.aspx?c=us&lang=en&prod=hf_xl2600i2610eus

====Automatic Snap Setting Machines====
In November 2020 we received a generous donation of two Automatic Snap Machines worth over $4000 from Craig Spring http://www.brotus.com !

One pair (one female, one male) of fully automatic, electric powered, 20 line, snap setting machines. These are older model machines manufactured by the Ho Hung Ming company in Taiwan (https://www.hohm.com).

They have a US location at: Ho Hung Ming USA Enterprise, 13525 Alma Ave, Gardena, CA 90249, Phone: 3103274847.

One of the advantages of these older machines is that they are simple mechanical machines built to last. Like an old car, they are easier to repair than newer ones. In 22 years, he never needed to repair these machines. They still run like a beast.

As there exists no manual for these machines, Craig and DK gave a servicing and use demonstration on Nov 15, 2020 via Jitsi and X uploaded it to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc2ozToy38Q

Photos are at https://discuss.noisebridge.info/t/automatic-snap-setting-machines-donation-instructions/2132

[[Category:Pages with a Noisebridge Tiny URL]]
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Sewing/Troubleshooting

2023-07-03T02:19:29Z

Boredzo: Added some basic troubleshooting steps.

{{sewing}}

=== The machine is skipping stitches, making thread snarls below the fabric, or making grunting noises ===

Most likely the needle needs to be changed. Also make sure it's the right type of needle for the material you're working with.

If that doesn't fix it, try rethreading the top thread. Make sure to raise the foot before you do that and put the foot back down after.

If that doesn't fix it, see the next section.

=== The machine isn't making stitches at all ===

Things to check/try in ascending order of fix difficulty:

*Make sure the foot is down. Upper tension is not engaged (upper thread will not feed) when the foot is up.
*Try rethreading the upper thread.
*Check the bobbin; make sure the lower section is clean and free of snarled threads.
*Make sure the bobbin is the right type for the machine you're using.
*Try winding a new bobbin (appropriate for the machine you're using) off of the bobbin you're using.
*Try replacing the needle.
*Check the upper thread tension. For most projects it should be on one of the middle few settings.
*With the needle threaded, bobbin installed, and foot down, turn the handwheel (always towards you) one full cycle to test whether it makes a stitch without fabric.
*Try the same thing with regular cotton or polyester thread and woven cotton fabric, if that's not what you were already using. *You might need different settings, a different needle, or a different foot for your project.
*Unthread the needle, take out the bobbin, and turn the handwheel (always towards you) to check the bobbin timing. The bobbin hook should pass behind the needle about when the needle is descending. (If it's not obviously wrong, it's probably right.)
*Worst case is bobbin timing or lower tension might need to be adjusted, but those are last resorts. Don't try to do these yourself; alert a maintainer.

=== The material isn't feeding through ===

For thick stacks of fabric (cotton, denim, polyester, etc.), the presser foot pressure may need to be decreased. Remember to set it back to what it was when you're done.

For thin fabrics, the presser foot pressure may need to be ''increased''. (The presser foot presses your workpiece into the feed dogs, so if the fabric is too thin and the pressure too light, the feed dogs may not grip.)

For sticky materials such as leather or (especially) vinyl, you may need a roller foot or a walking foot.

Roland MDX-40a

2023-06-05T02:19:04Z

Boredzo: /* Roland MDX-40A CNC Mill (info from from makerspace.uic) */ More formatting fixes.

{{shop}}
<s>This CNC Milling machine is not set up yet. It is being prepared by [El Greco]. Please contact me if you need help.</s>

This Roland CNC is an older model MDX-40 running the firmware and drivers for the newer MDX-40A
MDX-40A manual - https://art.columbian.gwu.edu/sites/art.columbian.gwu.edu/files/downloads/RU_MDX-40A_Set_Up.pdf

It is set up with a windows machine that runs it.
Files can be loaded via usb or through the (server)

*There are no known Linux or Mac OS drivers for this machine.

The post is RML - Roland machine language.
There are several workflows to running this machine.
The easiest and most modern is Autodesk fusion 360.
It has a post for the Roland family of CNC machines.

4th axis setup is an advanced process that can damage the
Machine. Please ask someone knowledgeable before setting up the 4th axis

info on setting up 4th axis.
*NOTE* - the 6mm pin hits slightly the self centering vice when calibrating. the is perhaps a driver issue, or another calibration that I have yet to discover.

http://support.rolanddga.com/docs/documents/departments/technical%20services/manuals%20and%20guides/zcl-40_use_en_r1.pdf

=== Roland MDX-40A CNC Mill (info from from makerspace.uic) ===
This is a 4 axis CNC mill capable of doing both indexed and continuous rotation paths. It’s primary intention is for prototyping so it’s designed around cutting foams, plastic, wax, and other softer milling materials.

We have several options for software depending on the type of object being cut. Because of the 4th axis this is a more complicated setup than the Othermill.

In general we will help you generate toolpaths and set the machine up. Bring all source files. We can work with both STL and CAD files.

==== Emergency Stop (E-Stop) ====

Large red button on the front of the machine. Do not rely on the “Stop Cutting” button through software controls. Always err on the side of saving a tool.

==== Materials supported ====
(this list will expand as we work with more materials – contact us with questions):

*High Density Urethane foam – 30 lb/ft^3
*HDPE (lot of stringing if feeds and speeds are not managed) – Light, fast cuts work best.
*'''Not''' Aluminum. The machine certainly could cut aluminum with the right tools and conservative feeds but it’s not designed for it.

==== Software ====

*Clickmill – basic milling operations without using a CAD model.
*SRP Player – basic 3-axis and indexed 4-axis milling. Generates safe toolpaths at the expense of time and fine control.
*DeskProto – advanced CAM software with support for multiaxis milling. Can easily break tools if careless settings are used.
*Inventor (or Fusion 360) supports 3+1 axis milling.
*VPanel – main control software for the machine.

==== Pausing during cutting ====

Pressing the “View” button on the front of the machine will cause the tool to lift, stop, and will move the model forward. Wait until the movement is complete before opening the cover. From here you can clear chips during a job.

To resume close the cover and hold “View” until the part moves back to the cutting area.

==== Running a job ====

Autodesk email/password: tipik82647@teasya.com / noisebridge1

The general steps are as follows:

*Generate Gcode and post-process for the Roland MDX40A – General MDX40 postprocessors won’t work without care due to the rotary axis.
*Pay special attention to speeds and feeds — especially cutting depth. Do not use the full height of the tool without good reason (and milling time is not a good reason)
*We highly recommend some form of Gcode simulation.
*Load the correct tool and zero it.
*Load the material and set the X, Y, and Z origins using either the User Work Offset for DeskProto or the G54 offset for Inventor. Origin selection is CRITICAL. Double and triple check.
*Use VPlayer to send the code.

The mill needs to be watched fairly actively while cutting. Especially during critical parts of cutting.

Save operations for different tools as different files. Be very mindful of how you have chaining setup. Despite what the mill says it MAY NOT PAUSE when it needs a new tool. It depends on your gcode.

==== Rotary milling ====

For indexed milling it is critically important that you move the stock in Y BEFORE ROTATING. In DeskProto this is not done automatically and is done in the advanced settings for a particular operation. It needs to be done on EACH operation and affects how your chaining is set up. If you don’t the stock will just turn in place and will snap a tool.

For full rotary a cylindrical workpiece is assumed in DeskProto. If using square stock simply use the diagonal of the square as the diameter of a cylinder. Your roughing operation will have some air milling but that’s really not a problem.

==== Cleaning the machine ====

Use the shop vac to remove dust from cutting after every job. Make sure to vacuum all areas, taking great care around the tool.

*Cutting area and part.
*Chuck and tailstock.
*Tailstock rails.
*Y axis motion area.
*Excess dust around the spindle – mind the tool.

==== Changing tools ====

Wrenches are kept on the left side of the machine. Do not allow the tool to fall – use a towel to catch it if necessary.

The locating cycle for the Z axis needs to be performed after each change. Use the wizard in VPanel.

We have both 1/8″ and 1/4″ shank tools, be sure to use the correct one.

**** thank you makerspace.uic for in depth look at Roland CNC ****

== Nate's Experience getting set up ==
+ download and install driver from here: http://download.rolanddg.jp/en/upgrade/program/25D_WIN8X64_v120.zip
+ download vpanel (should connect to milling machine and you can move each axis)
+ use Fusion360 (or other) roland post processor
- May have to make a minor modification to the post

[[File:Roland_MDX-40_large.jpg]]
==Features==
* Maximum cuttable material
** 123mm = 4.84in high
** 305x305mm = 12x12in wide
** 4kg = 8.8lb
* Operating speed
** XY-axis : 7 to 3000 mm/min. (0.28 to 118 in./m)
** Z-axis : 7 to 1800 mm/min. (0.28 to 70.8 in./m)
** 2 mm/min step for 7 to 60 mm/min(0.28 to 2.36 in./m)
** 60 mm/min step for 60 to 3000 mm/min(2.36 to 118 in./m).
* Software resolution
** 0.01 mm/step (0.00039 in./step) (RML-1),
** 0.001 mm/step (0.000039 in./step) (NC code)
* Mechanical resolution
** 0.002 mm/step (0.000078 in./step) (micro-step control)
* Spindle rotation
** 4,500 to 15,000 rpm
* Control command sets
** RML-1
** NC code
* Power consumption
** Approx. 210 W
* External dimensions
** Width x depth x height : 669 x 760 x 554 mm (26.4 x 30 x 21.9 in.)
* Weight
** 65 kg

==Base==
* Dimensions: 305x305x10mm
** See [http://support.rolanddga.com/docs/documents/departments/technical%20services/manuals%20and%20guides/mdx-40a_use_en_r1.pdf User’s Manual page 93]

==Collets==
* <del>3mm, ZC-23-3 $39.99</del> (we don’t have it)
* ⅛" (3.175mm) ZC-23-3175 PNC-2300A $39.99
* ~15/64" = 3.75/16" (6mm) ZC-23-6 $39.99
* ¼" (6.35mm) ZC-23-635 $35.99

==Mill bits==
* Roughing/Drafting & 2D cutting
** '''Flat end mill GMHT14F5''' [https://www.amazon.com/CGC-Tools-GMHT14F5-Ultra-High-Performance/dp/B00NABVDRK $7.98] 5 Flute, 1/4" Diameter, 3/4" LOC, 2-1/2" OAL
** Flat end mill 1/8" (taken from another CNC)
* Finishing / Detailing
** '''Ball Nose End Mill 1/8"''' (taken from another CNC)

==Spanners==
* 10mm
* 17mm

==Hex allen keys==
* 2mm

==Materials==
===Allowed===
* Soft woods
* (maybe?) hard woods
* Resins

==='''Forbidden'''===
* '''ANY METAL IS FORBIDDEN'''
* Aluminum
* Steel
You cam machine Alley and brass. but not mild steel etc. Way too slow and under powdered.

==Links==
* [https://www.rolanddga.com/products/3d/mdx-40a-benchtop-cnc-mill/accessories Roland MDX-40a Accessories]
* [http://support.rolanddga.com/docs/documents/departments/technical%20services/manuals%20and%20guides/mdx-40a_use_en_r1.pdf Roland MDX-40a User’s Manual]

Roland MDX-40a

2023-06-05T02:18:11Z

Boredzo: Formatting fixes.

{{shop}}
<s>This CNC Milling machine is not set up yet. It is being prepared by [El Greco]. Please contact me if you need help.</s>

This Roland CNC is an older model MDX-40 running the firmware and drivers for the newer MDX-40A
MDX-40A manual - https://art.columbian.gwu.edu/sites/art.columbian.gwu.edu/files/downloads/RU_MDX-40A_Set_Up.pdf

It is set up with a windows machine that runs it.
Files can be loaded via usb or through the (server)

*There are no known Linux or Mac OS drivers for this machine.

The post is RML - Roland machine language.
There are several workflows to running this machine.
The easiest and most modern is Autodesk fusion 360.
It has a post for the Roland family of CNC machines.

4th axis setup is an advanced process that can damage the
Machine. Please ask someone knowledgeable before setting up the 4th axis

info on setting up 4th axis.
*NOTE* - the 6mm pin hits slightly the self centering vice when calibrating. the is perhaps a driver issue, or another calibration that I have yet to discover.

http://support.rolanddga.com/docs/documents/departments/technical%20services/manuals%20and%20guides/zcl-40_use_en_r1.pdf

=== Roland MDX-40A CNC Mill (info from from makerspace.uic) ===
This is a 4 axis CNC mill capable of doing both indexed and continuous rotation paths. It’s primary intention is for prototyping so it’s designed around cutting foams, plastic, wax, and other softer milling materials.

We have several options for software depending on the type of object being cut. Because of the 4th axis this is a more complicated setup than the Othermill.

In general we will help you generate toolpaths and set the machine up. Bring all source files. We can work with both STL and CAD files.

==== Emergency Stop (E-Stop) ====

Large red button on the front of the machine. Do not rely on the “Stop Cutting” button through software controls. Always err on the side of saving a tool.

==== Materials supported ====
(this list will expand as we work with more materials – contact us with questions):

*High Density Urethane foam – 30 lb/ft^3
*HDPE (lot of stringing if feeds and speeds are not managed) – Light, fast cuts work best.
*'''Not'''' Aluminum. The machine certainly could cut aluminum with the right tools and conservative feeds but it’s not designed for it.

==== Software ====

*Clickmill – basic milling operations without using a CAD model.
*SRP Player – basic 3-axis and indexed 4-axis milling. Generates safe toolpaths at the expense of time and fine control.
*DeskProto – advanced CAM software with support for multiaxis milling. Can easily break tools if careless settings are used.
*Inventor (or Fusion 360) supports 3+1 axis milling.
*VPanel – main control software for the machine.

==== Pausing during cutting ====

Pressing the “View” button on the front of the machine will cause the tool to lift, stop, and will move the model forward. Wait until the movement is complete before opening the cover. From here you can clear chips during a job.

To resume close the cover and hold “View” until the part moves back to the cutting area.

==== Running a job ====

Autodesk email/password: tipik82647@teasya.com / noisebridge1

The general steps are as follows:

*Generate Gcode and post-process for the Roland MDX40A – General MDX40 postprocessors won’t work without care due to the rotary axis.
*Pay special attention to speeds and feeds — especially cutting depth. Do not use the full height of the tool without good reason (and milling time is not a good reason)
*We highly recommend some form of Gcode simulation.
*Load the correct tool and zero it.
*Load the material and set the X, Y, and Z origins using either the User Work Offset for DeskProto or the G54 offset for Inventor. Origin selection is CRITICAL. Double and triple check.
*Use VPlayer to send the code.

The mill needs to be watched fairly actively while cutting. Especially during critical parts of cutting.

Save operations for different tools as different files. Be very mindful of how you have chaining setup. Despite what the mill says it MAY NOT PAUSE when it needs a new tool. It depends on your gcode.

==== Rotary milling ====

For indexed milling it is critically important that you move the stock in Y BEFORE ROTATING. In DeskProto this is not done automatically and is done in the advanced settings for a particular operation. It needs to be done on EACH operation and affects how your chaining is set up. If you don’t the stock will just turn in place and will snap a tool.

For full rotary a cylindrical workpiece is assumed in DeskProto. If using square stock simply use the diagonal of the square as the diameter of a cylinder. Your roughing operation will have some air milling but that’s really not a problem.

==== Cleaning the machine ====

Use the shop vac to remove dust from cutting after every job. Make sure to vacuum all areas, taking great care around the tool.

*Cutting area and part.
*Chuck and tailstock.
*Tailstock rails.
*Y axis motion area.
*Excess dust around the spindle – mind the tool.

==== Changing tools ====

Wrenches are kept on the left side of the machine. Do not allow the tool to fall – use a towel to catch it if necessary.

The locating cycle for the Z axis needs to be performed after each change. Use the wizard in VPanel.

We have both 1/8″ and 1/4″ shank tools, be sure to use the correct one.

**** thank you makerspace.uic for in depth look at Roland CNC ****

== Nate's Experience getting set up ==
+ download and install driver from here: http://download.rolanddg.jp/en/upgrade/program/25D_WIN8X64_v120.zip
+ download vpanel (should connect to milling machine and you can move each axis)
+ use Fusion360 (or other) roland post processor
- May have to make a minor modification to the post

[[File:Roland_MDX-40_large.jpg]]
==Features==
* Maximum cuttable material
** 123mm = 4.84in high
** 305x305mm = 12x12in wide
** 4kg = 8.8lb
* Operating speed
** XY-axis : 7 to 3000 mm/min. (0.28 to 118 in./m)
** Z-axis : 7 to 1800 mm/min. (0.28 to 70.8 in./m)
** 2 mm/min step for 7 to 60 mm/min(0.28 to 2.36 in./m)
** 60 mm/min step for 60 to 3000 mm/min(2.36 to 118 in./m).
* Software resolution
** 0.01 mm/step (0.00039 in./step) (RML-1),
** 0.001 mm/step (0.000039 in./step) (NC code)
* Mechanical resolution
** 0.002 mm/step (0.000078 in./step) (micro-step control)
* Spindle rotation
** 4,500 to 15,000 rpm
* Control command sets
** RML-1
** NC code
* Power consumption
** Approx. 210 W
* External dimensions
** Width x depth x height : 669 x 760 x 554 mm (26.4 x 30 x 21.9 in.)
* Weight
** 65 kg

==Base==
* Dimensions: 305x305x10mm
** See [http://support.rolanddga.com/docs/documents/departments/technical%20services/manuals%20and%20guides/mdx-40a_use_en_r1.pdf User’s Manual page 93]

==Collets==
* <del>3mm, ZC-23-3 $39.99</del> (we don’t have it)
* ⅛" (3.175mm) ZC-23-3175 PNC-2300A $39.99
* ~15/64" = 3.75/16" (6mm) ZC-23-6 $39.99
* ¼" (6.35mm) ZC-23-635 $35.99

==Mill bits==
* Roughing/Drafting & 2D cutting
** '''Flat end mill GMHT14F5''' [https://www.amazon.com/CGC-Tools-GMHT14F5-Ultra-High-Performance/dp/B00NABVDRK $7.98] 5 Flute, 1/4" Diameter, 3/4" LOC, 2-1/2" OAL
** Flat end mill 1/8" (taken from another CNC)
* Finishing / Detailing
** '''Ball Nose End Mill 1/8"''' (taken from another CNC)

==Spanners==
* 10mm
* 17mm

==Hex allen keys==
* 2mm

==Materials==
===Allowed===
* Soft woods
* (maybe?) hard woods
* Resins

==='''Forbidden'''===
* '''ANY METAL IS FORBIDDEN'''
* Aluminum
* Steel
You cam machine Alley and brass. but not mild steel etc. Way too slow and under powdered.

==Links==
* [https://www.rolanddga.com/products/3d/mdx-40a-benchtop-cnc-mill/accessories Roland MDX-40a Accessories]
* [http://support.rolanddga.com/docs/documents/departments/technical%20services/manuals%20and%20guides/mdx-40a_use_en_r1.pdf Roland MDX-40a User’s Manual]

Wood Shop

2023-06-05T02:04:54Z

Boredzo: /* Tools */ Updated the drill press link.

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* '''CHANNELS:''' We have a #woodshop guild on [[Discord]]. We also have a slack channel.
* '''RESOURCES:''' We have a variety of tools documented below which are available for use.
* '''EVENTS:''' Fabrication 101 2nd Sundays 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Safety and basic techniques
* '''MAINTAINERS:''' [[User:PangalacticGB|Paolo/PangalacticGB]] [[User:JD|JD]] [[User:MJO|Max/MJO]]
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[[File:Shop.jpg|400px|right]] You are standing in the '''Dirty Shop''' at Noisebridge with many wooden benches and power tools for cutting and drilling wood and other hard materials.

You see many power tools and a [[hand tools]] workbench.

'''EXITS:''' [[Back hall]], [[Hackitorium]], [[Flaschentaschen]], [[Lockers]], [[SparkleForge]].
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{{headerbox}}Noisebridge's dirty shop contains various wood/metal/plastic cutting tools such as drills, saws, CNC mills and more. The shop is located at the back of the ground floor. at 272.
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[[File:Led sign shop.jpg|righjt|thumb|The shop sign]]
[[File:Shop.jpg|thumb|right|Lathe, drill press and others]]
[[File:table_saw_640.png|thumb|Table Saw]]
[[File:table_right_640.png|thumb|Hydraulic Press, Scale]]
[[File:table_left_640.png|thumb|Miter Saw, hand tools]]

== How to be excellent in the shop ==
* Read this wiki page. If you have any questions, reach out to a maintainer (listed above)
* If you do not how to use a tool, don't use it! We have people who can teach you how to use it appropriately.
* Always leave the shop cleaner than you found it. In the rare circumstance you have an in-progress project that cannot be moved out of the way for others to hack on their projects, reach out to the wood guild and let them know why your project is not cleaned up, and when it will be resolved.
* Labels, labels labels! Label your in-progress projects with big and clear text.
<ol>
<li>Include the words "Do Not Hack"</li>
<li>Add your name or handle</li>
<li>Include the date you left the project or material</li>
</ol>
* No food or drinks in the Woodshop. The [[Patio]] is a good place to enjoy refreshments.
* If you notice something is wrong with a tool, and you don't know how to fix, notify the community either online or by leaving a note
* Hack on awesome wood projects and show it off to the community!

==Tools==

* [[Table Saw]] (Sawstop)
* [[Table Router]] (Porter Cable 6902)
* [[Miter_saw]] (Ryobi TSS103T)
* [[Lathe]] (7"x12" Cummins)

* Milling Machines
** [[Manual_Mill | Manual Mill]] (JET JET-15 Mill / Drill)
** [[MaxNCMill | CNC Mill (MaxNC 10)]]
** Quick Circuit 5000
** [[Othermill]]
** [[Roland_MDX-40a | CNC Mill (Roland MDX-40a)]]
* [[ Resources/Shop/Bandsaw | Bandsaw (Sears 10" 1/3 HP)]]
* [[Radial saw]] (Ryobi 8 1/4" RA-200)
* [[Bench grinder]] (Ryobi 6")
* [[Disk sander]] (Delta 31-120 12")
* [[Wen drill press|Drill press]] (Wen 4214T or similar)
* [[Air compressor]] (2.5SCFM @ 90psi, 6gal)
* Assorted hand tools
** Hacksaws
** Drill
** [[Heat gun]]
* Assorted screws, bolts, etc
* [[Laminator]]
* [[Jointer]] (DELTA 6" NJ 227)
* [[Planer]] (Craftsman 12 1/2" 351.217581)

==Other Noisebridge Tools==
* [[Lasercutter | Laser cutter]]
* [[3D printers]]

==Safety==

A major component of safety is organization and proper maintenance. Organization means a clear and uncluttered workspace as well as predictable object locations. Clutter gets in the way of completing a task, impeding free movement or creating unsteady surfaces on bench tops. Unexpected objects underfoot can cause slips, leading to falls or worse if operating machinery at the time.

===Personal Protective Equipment===

There's a lot of Personal Protective Equipment you can wear in a shop to keep you safe, but a good baseline is to look out for your Eyes, Ears, and Lungs. The shop has safety goggles, masks, and ear protection, and you are also encouraged to bring your own. Look out for others too. If you see someone in the shop who's not wearing ear protection, and you will be making a lot of noise, it is excellent to give them a heads up. You cannot force them to protect themselves, but you should always give them the opportunity. See a list of basic PPE advice [https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/safety-equipment-for-woodworking-in-the-woodshop-3536821 here].

===Cleaning Up===
Inspecting and cleaning your workspace is good practice, and keeping the shop free of clutter is a service to yourself and fellow members of Noisebridge. Projects are finished when tools are cleaned and put away where they were found and scrap cleared away.

Be excellent to each other by keeping the shop clutter free both when you start your project, and as the final step to any project. Don't leave objects on the bench because someone else ''might'' use it. t is far safer to everyone if that object is placed in a proper location.

Do not leave hot items plugged in unless they are secure and safe from tipping. Glue gun stands tip easily, and the tip is hot enough to melt through other cords. These tools should not be left unattended to cool down unless properly secured.

===Learning New Tools===
Shop tools can be very dangerous when used incorrectly. You should NEVER use a tool you are unfamiliar with. Reach out to someone who knows what they are doing and ask them to show you what to do. Not only can you hurt yourself when misusing a tool, but you can also hurt others and damage the equipment.

===Working With Metal===
'''A note regarding cutting metal in stationary tools:'''

The shavings that come off the metal piece being cut are HOT!

In a stationary tool that has been used on wood, there is typically a nice big thick bed of sawdust inside the tool. When the metal shavings fall into this bed of sawdust, an awesome smoldery fire can build up sight unseen inside of the tool. Yay!

When possible it is best to have two separate dedicated tools... and/or if one is going to be transfered over into metal service the inside should be vacuumed out first, and/or the operator should check inside the machine when they are done.

===Sawdust===
Sawdust is a major concern in wood shops. Due to the particle size and near perfect aeration when spread out, it can also ignite into a fast burn. While the risk is small, the shop is also full of solvents, paints, and other flammables which will exacerbate any issue. For more information, please consult. [https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/woodworking/commonhaz_fireexplosion.html OSHA's guidelines].

Sawdust is also a [https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/substances/wood-dust carcinogen], so when creating dust, you should wear a mask, as well as warn others in the shop that things will get dusty. Remember, it is best to collect dust at the source, rather than dealing with cleanup after. If a power tool has a connection for a dust collector, make that connection and turn on the collector! This helps keep the air clean for those in the shop and elsewhere in the space.

==Cleaning==
The shop needs to be clear of clutter on the tables, benches, tools, and floor. The Shop, otherwise known as the Dirty Shop, will never be free from saw dust, but steps should be taken to mitigate when possible. The large tools like the circular saw have Instructions on or near them for hooking up the Shop Vac. It's a simple step to take to help cut down on saw-dust.

The Shop Vac should be emptied when used. If everyone is excellent to each other, it will be empty before you use it. However, it is good to check just in case, to prevent clogging or blow-back. Emptying it can be difficult, but it is excellent to make a best effort, perhaps making a new friend by asking for help.

The Shop garbage can get very full of sharp pokey things. There are large contractor bags under the tables in the kitchen area (white folded rectangles) to either empty out the trash, or perhaps start a new one for Shop Vac dumping.

It is not ideal to store unfinished projects on tables or benches. If this is the case, please add a "Do Not Hack" sign with today's date, and projected finish date/sign expiration date. Projects should never be left on machines, that is most not excellent.

Perishable items should not be thrown away in shop garbage. It is not taken out often, and making the shop smell like rotten yoghurt is a super bummer.

==Emptying the Dust Collector ==

[[File:FullDustCollector.jpeg|400px|thumb|left|Example of an overly full dust collector (aka a present fire danger)]]

Sawdust can become a fire hazard if it is allowed to build up in and around shop equipment. In order to prevent this, it is important to empty the dust collector '''''before it reaches the red fill line'''''. As the dust collector fills its ability to ventilate decreases and dust will accumulate both in the table saw and the exhaust tubes.

Emptying the dust collector is easiest with a partner. Grab someone else in the woodshop for help.

To empty the dust collector, unclasp the metal clamps on the side and dump the sawdust into a ''large trash bag'' and take to the trash bin outside. This waste is not compostable, because much of the wood at the shop is treated with chemicals, or plywood, which is made with synthetic glues.

There is also a fine dust collection bag at the rear end of the machine. To empty this, rotate the top lever, which will knock off any dust stuck to the filter. Then, after the dust settles in the bag, remove the bag and empty. '''''Note: Do not throw away the bag! Transfer the dust to a garbage bag and dispose. We don't have extras readily available, so reattach this when empty'''''

==TODO==

* Wall buildout at 272
* Maintenance Schedules
* General Inventory

== Plans for Sound and Dust Isolation 2023 ==
We have been through several discussions of how to isolate the noise and dust of the wood shop safely, affordably, and in keeping with SF fire and electrical/building codes. But sometimes that context gets lost. So let's use this space to outline a plan and be able to refer to it!

=== Proposal ===
Some discussion from April 2023 captured below.

===JD's thoughts===

What has been discussed is keeping the rear access to the fire escape with 44” clear hallway (no lockers) and adding an additional sprinkler for said hallway. 2 walls can then be built to the ceiling containing the woodshop and 4 of the existing sprinklers. If we do not install electrical in the new walls, the only permit required would be for the additional sprinkler, which the plumber would deal with.

Before anyone suggests it, we can’t just wall off the back of the space. The fire exit for the rest of the hackatorium cannot be through another room.

Non-bearing, non-system carrying, stud walls are considered partitions and do not require a permit. It isn’t until you start adding electrical and plumbing that it needs to be inspected.

It is my recommendation that we have a plumber install the required sprinkler to cover the fire exit before we install the wall. One less thing for the plumbing inspector to worry about.

===Liz's thoughts===

I want us to be sure that we can do it within city code either with or without pulling permits/ licensed contractor. Our agreement with the landlord is that we can modify the inside as long as it is permitted and to code. So, we need to make absolutely sure we are doing exactly that!

I also like the idea of pairing up with a licensed electrician who will work with us in a way that is cheap as possible (ie we set up conduit etc and they just finalize it all for inspection).

We can try working with David from Safer DIY Spaces (https://saferdiyspaces.org/) as he has a lot of expertise and also has contractors who will work well with our space.

== HISTORICAL SNIPPETS ==
Notes that are fun historical reminders of past milestones go here.
===2009===
The buildout is a work in progress as of 9/25/09. fixme with updates, photos.

Ryobi drill press

2023-06-05T02:01:49Z

Boredzo: /* Current Status */ Added the tool's whereabouts.

{{shop}}
TODO: add instructions and safety tips for how to use the drill press to this page.

= Current Status =
Currently lives in the [[Metal Shop]].

= Overview =

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20130510201028/www.ryobitools.com/catalog/power_tools/benchtop/DP102L Official Website]

The Ryobi 10" Drill press is used to drill holes ''([http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drill_press#Drill_press and other tasks])''.

= Manual =

* PDF: [https://web.archive.org/web/20130719225559/http://www.ryobitools.com/product_manual/file_url/591/DP102L_641_trilingual_08.pdf Ryobi Drill Press Manual]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20130510201028/http://www.ryobitools.com/product_manual/file_url/38/DP102L_641_r.pdf Ryobi Drill Press Repair Sheet]

== Tips ==

=== Safety Tips ===

* Page 5 of the Manual has a number of safety tips

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