Clockwerk - A 3D Printed, Three-Axis Tourbillon
Source: Thingiverse by aaddaamm
The Clockwerk - A 3D Printed, Three-Axis Tourbillon is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by aaddaamm. 'Clockwerk' is a wall hanging kinetic sculpture of a 3-axis tourbillon escapement, and is the world's first 3D printed multiaxis tourbillon. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
'Clockwerk' is a wall hanging kinetic sculpture of a 3-axis tourbillon escapement, and is the world's first 3D printed multiaxis tourbillon. The mechanism is heavily inspired by Vianney Halter's wonderful "Deep Space Tourbillon" watch, but adapted for the scale and materials of 3D printing. See the final mechanism in action here. 3-axis tourbillons are beautiful to see in motion, but are some of the most expensive and rare watch components in the world. Watches containing them command prices in the hundreds of thousands USD, and have production volumes in the single digits. What better way to bring this mechanism to the masses than 3D printing? Now you can have watchmaking's rarest escapement hanging on your wall! Clockwerk is made of 99 parts: 34 printed parts, 8 ball bearings, 3 metal sh…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Clockwerk - A 3D Printed, Three-Axis Tourbillon 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 aaddaamm.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by aaddaamm, 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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