Universal armillary sundial - Cadran solaire universel
Source: Thingiverse by DocMaths3D
The Universal armillary sundial - Cadran solaire universel is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by DocMaths3D. Universal armillary sundial On this sundial, the time is read by observing on a ring parallel to the earth's equator the shadow of the wire perpendicular to this ring. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
Universal armillary sundial On this sundial, the time is read by observing on a ring parallel to the earth's equator the shadow of the wire perpendicular to this ring. The time read is the solar time of the time zone you are in. This dial can be used anywhere, it is adjustable whatever the latitude and longitude of the place. It is composed of 7 parts identified by their colors in the illustrations: - The blue meridian ring which will carry the wire and the equatorial ring - A small blue cap to tighten and fix the wire. - The black equatorial ring which will carry the time reading ring - Two yellow time-reading rings (one for the northern hemisphere, the other for the southern hemisphere), on which the shadow of the wire will be projected. - A green serrated support of the meridian ring wh…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Universal armillary sundial - Cadran solaire universel is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by DocMaths3D.
- Who made this model?
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- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.