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Large CNC

Klubko — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:50:02 GMT

Freecad

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	Repository: https://github.com/hackerspace/cnc-ng		Repository: https://github.com/hackerspace/cnc-ng

			=== Renders ===

			<gallery>
			File:Large CNC Assembly.png\|CNC assembly
			File:Large CNC Head.png\|Head detail
			File:Large CNC Z Drive.png\|Z drive
			File:Large CNC Z Drive 2.png\|Z drive
			File:Large CNC Z Portal.png\|Portal detail
			File:Large CNC Z Portal Side.png\|Other end
			</gallery>

	== Pictures ==		== Pictures ==

File:Large CNC Z Portal Side.png

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Detail of CNC head

Large CNC

Klubko — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:36:37 GMT

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	~~DescriptionCost:hgbxfh~~		== Design ==

	~~Material~~:		Repository: https://github.com/hackerspace/cnc-ng

	~~G code:~~		== Pictures ==
	==~~= Gallery: =~~==
	<gallery ~~mode="slideshow"~~>		<gallery>
	File:641378466 1341178588052502 3684234166280655407 n.jpg		File:641378466 1341178588052502 3684234166280655407 n.jpg
	File:643780689 1341178651385829 2896998308626909146 n.jpg		File:643780689 1341178651385829 2896998308626909146 n.jpg

Metal workshop

Klubko — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:06:18 GMT

Mechlab

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	\|[[Large CNC]]		\|[[Large CNC]]
	\|'''in ~~dvelopment~~'''		\|'''in development'''
			\|needs volunteers
			\|-
			\|[[Small CNC]]
			\|being resurrected
	\|needs volunteers		\|needs volunteers
	\|-		\|-

File:Small-CNC.jpeg

Klubko — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:58:44 GMT

Klubko uploaded File:Small-CNC.jpeg Rack with CNC mill setup.

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== Summary ==
Rack with CNC mill setup.

Survival

Klubko — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:48:28 GMT

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Small CNC

Klubko — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:47:54 GMT

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{{Project
|name=Small CNC
|shortdesc=Small CNC machine
|image=Small-CNC.jpeg
|founder=base48
|coops=[[User:Lubko|Lubko]]
|status=being resurrected
}}

Small CNC machine, good for [[PCB Milling]].

PCBMill

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PCB Milling

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	~~{{Project~~

	Step-by step PCB milling tutorial.		Step-by step PCB milling tutorial.

PlotBot

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	\|coops=~~lubko~~, vanicka		\|coops=[[User:Lubko\|Lubko]], vanicka
	\|status=active		\|status=active
	\|tags=hw		\|tags=hw

PCB Milling

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	\|status=~~active~~		\|coops=[[User:Lubko\|Lubko]]
			\|status=being resurrected
	\|shortdesc=Milling and drilling PCB's on LinuxCNC		\|shortdesc=Milling and drilling PCB's on LinuxCNC
	\|image=Millingatbase.jpg		\|image=Millingatbase.jpg
	}}		}}
			{{Project

	Step-by step PCB milling tutorial.		Step-by step PCB milling tutorial.

PCBMilling

Klubko — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:37:09 GMT

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{{Project
|founder=[[user:rmarko]]
|status=active
|shortdesc=Milling and drilling PCB's on LinuxCNC
|image=Millingatbase.jpg
}}

Step-by step PCB milling tutorial.

= Board preparation =

== Required software ==

Make sure you have following tools installed:

* Kicad or Eagle
* pcb2gcode - conversion of Gerber files to G-code
* pcb2gcodeGUI - GUI for pcb2gcode
* Camotics - G-code simulator for verification (optional)
* hacked_cnc - control, visualization and G-code leveling (optional, installed on linuxcnc host)

On Fedora pcb2gcode(GUI) can be installed from packages:
{{cmd|code=
dnf install pcb2gcode pcb2gcodeGUI
}}

== Kicad export ==

Note: it's better to export gerbers and gcode to separate folder, sometimes you need
to re-export stuff to correct for errors and you don't want to mix files between revisions.

To export Gerber files from Kicad
* choose File -> Plot
* set ''Plot'' format to ''Gerber'' (default)
* set ''Exclude PCB edge from other layer''
* select layers to export - depending on your design this is either F.Cu or B.Cu and Edge.Cuts layers
* click ''Plot'' on the bottom of the window
* click ''Generate Drill file'' next to ''Plot''
* set ''Drill Units'' to ''Millimeters''
* set ''Drill Origin'' to ''Absolute''
* click ''Drill File'' button on the right side of the window

== G-Code conversion ==

To convert Gerbers to G-code use either pcb2gcode from command line
or pcb2gcodeGUI.

Make sure to '''set correct drill side''', if your design is on F.Cu you want to drill from the front side (--dril-side=front) and vice versa.

If you don't want to switch tools for drilling choose One drill option (--onedrill=true) which merges all drill operations to one
file (bit size).

== Simulation / preview ==

You can verify if everything is correct by importing all files to Camotics G-code simulator.

Ideally your board should start at positive X, Y coordinates with lower left corner near X0/Y0.

== File upload ==

Upload folder to LinuxCNC machine:
{{cmd|code=
scp -r project/ base@linuxcnc.base48.cz:<your_nick>/
}}

= Machining =

== Machine preparation ==

* Start linuxcnc machine (reachable at linuxcnc.base48.cz)
* Start machine controller
* Start cooling pump
* Pick a V-shaped tool from the box and install it

== Clamping ==

Make sure to clamp PCB blank as good as possible as it's critical for the outcome of the leveling and milling.

* Clamp PCB blank on top of piece of wood with at least 4 clamps
* Make sure RED wire is touching the PCB, it has to be put under one of the clamps so it won't come loose

== LinuxCNC ==

* Start LinuxCNC by running base_mill shortcut on the desktop
* Enable machine control by disabling emergency stop (F1) and enabling power (F2)
* Position the machine with arrow keys to a starting point (bottom left corner of your future pcb)
* Home each axis of the machine, don't forget to home A axis as well
* Load F.Cu or B.Cu G-code file
* Try moving machine around displayed job to make sure it can actually reach all sides of the job without collisions
* Switch to MDI tab (F5) (all the required commands in the following section should be present in the history)
** To get to the starting point run '''G0 X0 Y0'''
** To home Z-axis use '''G38.2 Z-100 F30'''
** Go back to manual tab and '''re-home Z axis'''

== Leveling ==

* Switch to workspace 3, open terminal and find a directory with your jobs G-code files
* Run pcb2gcode_postproc.py in that folder
* Switch to workspace 4, find terminals with hacked_cnc directories
* In the first terminal (''~/hacked_cnc'') run
{{cmd|code=
./hcc server --linuxcnc
}}
* In the second terminal (''~/hacked_cnc/hc/ui/probe/'') run
{{cmd|code=
./probe.py
}}
* Open postprocessed file in probe GUI e.g. ''proj_front_post.ngc''
* Check if there are enough probe points for the size of your board and andjust if not
* Probing first goes to '''-margin''' which means it will start at '''X-3''' (default margin of 3mm) if your board stars at '''X0''', make sure there's enough free space for this move if you're tight on the space of the blank PCB - the margin has to be at least 1mm for leveling to work
* Run '''Run Probe'''
* When probing is done run '''Process'''
* File is automatically saved with ''lvl_'' prefix when processing is done
* Now switch back to LinuxCNC window and load suffixed file

== Milling ==

* Start job with blue arrow button
* Hope for the best, abort with F1 if stuff goes wrong

== Adjusting milling depth ==

If your board is not milled deep enough
* Stop job with F1
* Disable safety stop by pressing F1 again
* In MDI tab
** Move machine to Z1 with '''G0 Z1'''
** Set machine position to e.g. Z1.1 to add 0.1mm with '''G92 Z1.1'''

== Drilling ==

* Load drill file (e.g. ''drill_post.ngc'')
* Install correct drill bit
* To re-establish Z height again
** Go to Manual tab (F3) and position a head outside of the milled PCB near clamp with probing wire attached so probing is possible, then few millimeters on top of the spot but don't try to make contact
** Go to MDI tab (F5) and issue probing command '''G38.2 Z-100 F30'''
** Go back to manual tab and '''re-home Z axis'''
* Start drilling job

== Outline ==

* Load outline file (e.g. ''outline_post.ngc'')
* Load 3.175mm endmill
* Go to manual tab a re-establish Z height again by positioning tool slightly over the board
* '''re-home Z axis'''
* Start job

= Post-processing =

* Clean your board with sandpaper and alcohol
* Use flux spray
* Leave a board on a warm place for a while
* Clean-up and power down the machine meanwhile, remove tool from tool holder
* Take pictures
* Solder components
* Profit

= Gallery =

Feel free to upload pictures of your finished PCBs and add link(s) to following gallery:

<gallery widths=200>
File:Milled-pcb-esp8266.jpg
File:Milled-pcb-phsensor.jpg
File:Milling_pcb2_stm32f042.jpg
File:Oven.jpg
File:3020pcb.jpg
File:Hc pcb.jpg
File:Synth pcb.jpg
File:Millingatbase.jpg
File:Audiothing0.jpeg
File:Audiothing1.jpeg
File:Audiothing2.jpg
File:Mag brk.jpeg
File:RN2348PCB.JPG
File:Cpld brk.jpg
File:Amp2.jpg
</gallery>

==== Oldstuff mov to git ====

=== pcb2gcode ===
git clone https://github.com/pcb2gcode/pcb2gcode
sample make_gcode script
{{cmd|code=
#!/bin/bash

pcb2gcode \
--front=front-gerber-F.Cu.gtl \
--back=back-gerber-B.Cu.gbl \
--drill=drill.drl \
--outline=Edge.Cuts.gm1 \
--output-dir=gcode \
--dpi=1000 \
--metric=true \
--metricoutput=true \
--mirror-absolute=false \
--optimise=true \
--tile-x=1 --tile-y=1 \
--vectorial=false \
--zchange=20.0000 \
--zero-start=true \
--zsafe=2.0000 \
--extra-passes=3 \
--mill-feed=450 \
--mill-speed=24000 \
--offset=0.1500 \
--zwork=-0.0500 \
--drill-feed=250 \
--drill-side=back \
--drill-speed=12000 \
--milldrill=false \
--nog81=false \
--onedrill=false \
--zdrill=-3.0000 \
--bridges=0.8000 \
--bridgesnum=4 \
--cut-feed=200 \
--cut-infeed=1.0000 \
--cut-side=back \
--cut-speed=24000 \
--cutter-diameter=3.1750 \
--fill-outline=true \
--outline-width=0.2000 \
--zbridges=-0.0500 \
--zcut=-1.7000
}}

PCBMilling

Klubko — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:35:55 GMT

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Metal workshop

Klubko — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:27:57 GMT

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	\|~~Color Jet Printers~~		\|[[Large CNC]]
	~~\|in development~~
	~~\|base48 Kreyren~~
	\|-
	\|Large CNC
	\|'''in dvelopment'''		\|'''in dvelopment'''
	\|~~skirit~~		\|needs volunteers
	\|-		\|-
	\|CNC FC16		\|CNC FC16

BigCNC

Klubko — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:26:27 GMT

Klubko moved page BigCNC to Large CNC without leaving a redirect Better name

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{{Project
|name=Base48 CNC
|image=641378466 1341178588052502 3684234166280655407 n.jpg
|founder=Skirit
|coops=skirit, krey
|status=active
|tags=hw
|shortdesc=
|created=2022
}}

DescriptionCost:hgbxfh

Material:

G code:
=== Gallery: ===
<gallery mode="slideshow">
File:641378466 1341178588052502 3684234166280655407 n.jpg
File:643780689 1341178651385829 2896998308626909146 n.jpg
File:640817616 1341178701385824 4027835777262540953 n.jpg
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</gallery>

CNC

Klubko — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:21:52 GMT

Klubko moved page CNC to BigCNC without leaving a redirect We got multiple CNC machines. Put the generic name aside for eventual generic CNC machining hub.

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Printers and printing

Filipr — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:51:54 GMT

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	=== [[Plotters\|HP DesignJet T520 (Richard)]] ~~- Out of order - Fix or trash :(~~ ===		=== [[Plotters\|HP DesignJet T520 (Richard)]] ===

	* Printhead seems broken or at least completely uncooperative with non-HP color cartridges.
	* Color printing plotter		* Color printing plotter
	* Prints on paper rolls, maximum print width is 914 mm		* Prints on paper rolls, maximum print width is 914 mm

Plotters

Filipr — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 20:03:44 GMT

piss

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			WiFi: https://10.48.0.226/\|status=Working\|os=VxWorks?\|image=Protter-richard.jpg\|founder=just showed up?}}
	{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}		{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}

	Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer. Both are owned and managed by Filip.		Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer. They can do prints slightly larger than A0 at a resolution of 1200 DPI. Both are owned and managed by Filip.

	== Printing ==		== Printing ==

	Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.		Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.

	Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP ~~10.48.1.84. Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage]~~.		Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it --> If not, try manually adding the IP (see ''Homepage'' on the right).

	There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.		There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.

	For larger print jobs, using Scribus ~~on Linux~~ is recommended. Simply create a new project with the desired paper size, drag in an image, in the Image Properties tab on the right select your wanted DPI., double click it to set the file, right click Image > Adjust frame to image to scale up the image. To print, export it to PDF, open it in your operating system's print menu, set the correct paper size, and print.		[[File:PrintingLargeScale.png\|none\|thumb\|How to fix problems with larger prints.]]

			For larger print jobs on Linux, using Scribus is recommended. Simply create a new project with the desired paper size, drag in the image tool, in the Image Properties tab on the right select your wanted DPI, double click it to set the file, right click Image > Adjust frame to image to scale up the image. To print, export it to PDF, open it in your operating system's print menu, set the correct paper size, and print (printing from Scribus seems to be broken).

			[[File:Scribus-screenshot.png\|none\|thumb\|How to use Scribus for large prints.]]

	== Details ==		== Details ==

	=== Richard ===<!-- TODO Write about Richard -->		=== Richard ===
			<!-- TODO Write about Richard -->

	Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.		Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.

			Richard has a management webpage, where you can see much more information. See ''Homepage'' above.

	=== Issac ===		=== Issac ===
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	!Cartridge		!Cartridge
			!State
	!Notes		!Notes
	\|-		\|-
	\|CHINA0001-0004		\|CHINA0001-0004
	\|~~Unknown~~ origin. Seem to work fine.		\|In use.
			\|0004 is from Gigaprint.cz, sometimes skips on odd rows. Rest unknown origin. Seem to work fine, caution advised.
	\|-		\|-
	\|CHINA0005		\|CHINA0005
			\|Destroyed
	\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.		\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.
	\|-		\|-
	\|CHINA0006-0007		\|CHINA0006-0007
			\|? - won't test
	\|Unknown origin. Same set as 0005 and 0008.		\|Unknown origin. Same set as 0005 and 0008.
	\|-		\|-
	\|CHINA0008		\|CHINA0008
			\|Destroyed
	\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.		\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.
	\|}		\|}
	<gallery mode="nolines" widths="240">		<gallery mode="nolines" widths="240">
	File:Dcc4ae6f-d429-42a7-81a8-e476db0dd883a.jpg\|CHINA0001-0004		File:Dcc4ae6f-d429-42a7-81a8-e476db0dd883a.jpg\|CHINA0001-0004
	File:9c0f2fca-9240-4e55-8c62-32dd982c8f66.jpg\|CHINA0005-0008		File:9c0f2fca-9240-4e55-8c62-32dd982c8f66.jpg\|CHINA0005-0008 Note the D for Destroyed.
	</gallery>		</gallery>

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	!Cartridge		!Cartridge
			!State
	!Notes		!Notes
	\|-		\|-
	\|HP01-04		\|HP01-04
	\|Came with Isaac		\|Malfunctioning.
			\|Came with Isaac. The printer does not recognize any if them.
	\|}		\|}

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	==== Paper ====		==== Paper ====
	The maximum width of roll paper is 914mm. We have had success with this paper from Alza<ref>https://www.alza.cz/smartline-ploa090-914-50-d4076653.htm</ref>, however it is quite thin and not suited for quality posters.<references />		The maximum width of roll paper is 914mm. We have had success with this paper from Alza<ref>https://www.alza.cz/smartline-ploa090-914-50-d4076653.htm</ref>, however it is quite thin and not suited for quality posters. There are also some misprints you can print on from the opposite side, however we have not yet found a permanent location for them.<references />
	[[Category:Equipment]]		[[Category:Equipment]]

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Filipr — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:29:51 GMT

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How to fix problems with larger prints

File:Scribus-screenshot.png

Filipr — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:24:24 GMT

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How to use scribus for large prints

Plotters

Filipr — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:20:10 GMT

typo

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			{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}

	Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer. Both are owned and managed by Filip.		Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer. Both are owned and managed by Filip.

	~~{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=For parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}~~

	== Printing ==		== Printing ==

	Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 ~~papre~~ sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.		Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.

	Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).		Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84. Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].
	<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->
	If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84.
	Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].

	There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.		There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.
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	=== Richard ===<!-- TODO Write about Richard -->		=== Richard ===<!-- TODO Write about Richard -->

	Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.		Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.

	=== Issac ===		=== Issac ===
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	==== Cartridges ====		==== Cartridges ====

	There seem to be two price tiers of alternative cartridges - ones that work, and ones that leak and destroy the printhead. Because of the latter, we had to purchase Isaac and repair Richard. Before buying a new cartridge, make sure it will not leak! Because of that, I've opted to number and track all cartridges.		There seem to be two price tiers of alternative cartridges - ones that work, and ones that leak and destroy the printhead. Because of the latter, we had to purchase Isaac and repair Richard. Before buying a new cartridge, make sure it will not leak! Because of that, I've opted to number and track all cartridges. '''Due to this fact, please do not throw away cartridges! They might be important for researching proper alternatives!''' It may be possible to transfer ink from unofficial cartridges to official ones - however, this has not been tested, the plotter may complain.

	From their reviews, it seems Alza's toner leaks.		From their reviews, it seems Alza's toner leaks.
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	\|-		\|-
	\|~~HP01~~-04		\|CHINA0001-0004
	\|~~Came with Isaac~~		\|Unknown origin. Seem to work fine.
			\|-
			\|CHINA0005
			\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.
			\|-
			\|CHINA0006-0007
			\|Unknown origin. Same set as 0005 and 0008.
			\|-
			\|CHINA0008
			\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.
	\|}		\|}
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	===== Official =====		===== Official =====

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	Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer.		{{Project\|name=Richard\|homepage=https://10.48.1.84/\|status=Working\|os=VxWorks?\|image=Protter-richard.jpg\|founder=Filip}}

			Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer. Both are owned and managed by Filip.

			{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=For parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}

	== Printing ==		== Printing ==

			Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 papre sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.

	Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).		Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).
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	If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84.		If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84.
	Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].		Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].

			There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.

			For larger print jobs, using Scribus on Linux is recommended. Simply create a new project with the desired paper size, drag in an image, in the Image Properties tab on the right select your wanted DPI., double click it to set the file, right click Image > Adjust frame to image to scale up the image. To print, export it to PDF, open it in your operating system's print menu, set the correct paper size, and print.

	== Details ==		== Details ==

	=== Richard ===		=== Richard ===<!-- TODO Write about Richard -->

			Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.

	=== Issac ===		=== Issac ===
	Isaac has been purchased by Filip for spare parts, he did not have a motherboard (previous owner sent it to HP and never got it back), and was used for repair or Richard.		Isaac has been purchased by Filip for spare parts, he did not have a motherboard (previous owner sent it to HP and never got it back), and was used for repair or Richard. Richard also came with official HP ink (HP01-HP04) and the paper tray, that is now installed in Richard.

	F to pay respects.		F to pay respects.
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	==== Cartridges ====		==== Cartridges ====
	~~<!-- TODO: Table -->~~

			There seem to be two price tiers of alternative cartridges - ones that work, and ones that leak and destroy the printhead. Because of the latter, we had to purchase Isaac and repair Richard. Before buying a new cartridge, make sure it will not leak! Because of that, I've opted to number and track all cartridges.

			From their reviews, it seems Alza's toner leaks.

			===== Unofficial =====
			{\| class="wikitable"
			\|+
			!Cartridge
			!Notes
			\|-
			\|HP01-04
			\|Came with Isaac
			\|}

			===== Official =====

			{\| class="wikitable"
			\|+
			!Cartridge
			!Notes
			\|-
			\|HP01-04
			\|Came with Isaac
			\|}

	==== Print heads ====		==== Print heads ====
			Head 1 comes from Richard, and was destroyed after using a bad cartridge. It is now installed in Isaac.

			Head 2 (serial number 2394302729115889, etched on side) comes from Isaac, and seems to work, as such it is installed in Richard.

	<!-- ~~TODO: Table~~ -->		==== Paper ====
	~~<!-- TLDR Head 1 is dead and from Richard~~, ~~Head 2~~ is ~~from Isaac~~ and ~~works -->~~		The maximum width of roll paper is 914mm. We have had success with this paper from Alza<ref>https://www.alza.cz/smartline-ploa090-914-50-d4076653.htm</ref>, however it is quite thin and not suited for quality posters.<references />
	<references />
	[[Category:Equipment]]		[[Category:Equipment]]

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Plotters

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	<!-- TLDR Head 1 is dead and from Richard, Head 2 is from Isaac and works -->		<!-- TLDR Head 1 is dead and from Richard, Head 2 is from Isaac and works -->
			<references />
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Printers and printing

Filipr — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:18:41 GMT

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	=== HP DesignJet T520 (Richard) - Out of order - Fix or trash :( ===		=== [[Plotters\|HP DesignJet T520 (Richard)]] - Out of order - Fix or trash :( ===

	* Printhead seems broken or at least completely uncooperative with non-HP color cartridges.		* Printhead seems broken or at least completely uncooperative with non-HP color cartridges.

Plotters

Filipr — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:18:34 GMT

Service manual

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			=== Repair ===
			Before trying any repair on your own, contact Filip for guidance. It's HP.

			After being crowned Certified HP-authorized personnel, Filip managed to obtain a service manual<ref>https://nextcloud.at.base48.cz/s/LGsrZbKb3JcGNYH</ref>. If it wants some code for resetting, it's there.

	=== Provenance ===		=== Provenance ===

	==== Cartridges ====		==== Cartridges ====
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	~~<!-- TODO: Table -->~~

	==== Print heads ====		==== Print heads ====

	<!-- TODO: Table -->		<!-- TODO: Table -->
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Plotters

Filipr — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:06:21 GMT

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Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer.

== Printing ==

Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).

If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84.
Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].

== Details ==

=== Richard ===

=== Issac ===
Isaac has been purchased by Filip for spare parts, he did not have a motherboard (previous owner sent it to HP and never got it back), and was used for repair or Richard.

F to pay respects.

=== Provenance ===

==== Cartridges ====



==== Print heads ====