Clockwork Heart (dual ulysse escapement)
Source: Thingiverse by A26
The Clockwork Heart (dual ulysse escapement) is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by A26. So I needed a design that I could give to all of my long-distance paramours this past Valentine's Day. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
So I needed a design that I could give to all of my long-distance paramours this past Valentine's Day. I decided on a variation of my recreation of Ludwig Oeschlin's Dual Ulysse escapement since it naturally fits within a heart shape. I explain that this model is to "count the seconds we're apart." Currently it is only hand-powered since I could not get my elaborate, ratcheting going-barrel to work with it. I guess we could debate the merits of the immediacy and personal interaction with the hand-powered version vs. the design and sophistication of the spring-powered version. Once the spring motor is more reliable, I'll upload it. Tolerances are pretty tight on this design (as with all radial-thrust escapements), so be mindful of how it prints (avoiding over-extrusion and elephant-footing)…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Clockwork Heart (dual ulysse escapement) 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 A26.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by A26, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- 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.
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