The beads that slide on the helix of this main part are printed in place, creating a unique kinetic sculpture that can be easily assembled! Just the main helix alone is a satisfying print, but add the base, gear and crank to create a smooth mechanical motion with a calming sound.
The STL File (Free for my Patreon Subscribers):
Prints on all standard 3d printers, requires no additional tools or assembly, and assembles in seconds (snap 2 parts together and you're ready to go!)
Recommended print settings:
Layer Height: 0.2mm
Nozzle: 0.4mm
Infill: 15-18%
Total Print Time: ~20 hours
Total Material: ~200g
**All the files have been pre-oriented to save you some set up time! All you need to do is drop the parts into your slicer and hit print!
