3D MODEL DESCRIPTION Releasing here an older design of mine, I feel like it deserves to be uploaded here on thangs.
Tread clicker fidget, taking inspiration from some of the best creations I have seen and creating a satisfying, easy to build toy. Requires no glue and can easily be assembled in under 1 minute. The track clicks either direction and is easy to spin, has been revised multiple times and tested for over a week.
I printed this using elegoo pla, using a few supports, due to the spring required for the build its recommended against using silk as has only been tested using basic pla filaments. Please follow the print profiles as closely as possible.
3D PRINTING SETTINGS If not using the print profiles follow these guidelines - Recommended 2x 0.4mm walls
Print 2x of the cog wheels.
If the tracks fuse depending on your choice of filament simply reducing the wall thickness can help fix this issue.
Gyroid infill.
I used supports only to help some other hangs but supports and brim aren't really necessary.
How to build -
See pictures and follow these simple and quick steps.
Step 1 -
Remove all supports if used.
Step 2 -
Gently flex the tracks being careful not to damage the hinge, so the track is able to freely rotate.
Step 3 -
Insert the spring as per the orientation in the provided photograph (you may leave the spring out if you intend to use without the clicker function.
Step 4 -
Place the wheels inside the track as shown in the pictures.
Step 5 -
Lower the wheels and track simultaneously as shown, gently moving the spring aside as you lower into the notches on the wheel as shown.
Step 6 -
Align the base and top with he orientation shown and then gently click the two pieces together.
Step 7 -
Done, rotate the track a few times ensuring the clicker function works - if the track feels stiff, rotate a few times further until the device rotates easily and enjoy.
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