BOOK NOOKS - THE STEAMPUNK CLOCK! (Patreon)

Hello my dear friends!!! I hope everyone is doing well! :)

Well here it is, the brand new book nook!

I wanted to create an aesthetic, mechanized and functional object at the same time. All without being too complex to assemble and/or print.

I have to say that I had several headaches trying to make it simple and within everyone's reach.

After several trials, errors and changes, I believe I have succeeded in making this book nook something achievable by everyone. It was complex for me, in order to make it easy and fun for you!

It all started with a small motor from a Bambu Lab kit (for the marble machine) that was lying around on my desk.

With this easy-to-purchase item for everyone, I combined a few other easily found elements and the design took shape step by step.

One thing was important to me: I'm terrible with soldering, so not having any was essential.

Plus, I wanted a functional clock. So I adapted the design so that a functional clock is put in the foreground and gives the illusion that the mechanism activates everything.

Below, you will find the list of items you will need as well as the links required to order them or find equivalents.

What you need to know about this project:

-First, please read the instructions and this text carefully. I tried to explain everything clearly, but it is important to follow the steps exactly.

-Secondly; I'm not someone very familiar with LEDs, so my assembly may not be perfectly state of the art, but it is functional and suitable in my case. However, feel comfortable making modifications and assembling electronic components differently if necessary.

-As usual, everything prints without supports. And all the pieces are already placed in the correct orientation.

-I have included two types of instructions: For assembly, as well as for wiring. Everything is in two separate folders. I tried to be as clear as possible, if something is not clear, please let me know!

-As I wanted to avoid any type of soldering, I used "pre-wired" type LEDs. Which usually doesn't suit LED holders very well, but I found holders that allow me to use these LEDs easily. Just by pushing them inside the support, they go in well (even the resistance) and hold well in place. A drop of hot glue can solidify everything.

-The main gear plate and the clock dial face requires some color changes. You can do that easily with any 3d printer. If you are not familiar with this function, feel free to send me a private message.

-A complete Bambu Lab project is included, with all the color changes already set by layer. (not painted! You need to slice the plate to see the color changes)

So for this project, you will need the following hardware:

-A motor that comes from the Bambu Lab site:

https://ca.store.bambulab.com/collections/makers-supply/products/tt-motor-dc5v-59rpm-ccw-single-axis

-3x7x3mm ball bearings (3 exactly)

https://a.co/d/04pSLu6

-A battery pack for AA batteries

https://a.co/d/hGYF9O0

-M3 x 10mm screws (23x)

(from your usual supplier)

-LEDS supports (2x)

https://a.co/d/fRb5PjW

-Pre-wired LEDs

https://a.co/d/4p94DKP

-A speed controller

https://a.co/d/2DvW5eu  

-A simple clock mechanism with 5mm shaft.

https://a.co/d/cIjMf23

-3M double face tape (you can take a smaller quantity if you wish than the one in the link I provided, you will only need a few pieces):

https://a.co/d/1IgZx0J

Tips I can give you:

-Be sure not to overtighten the screws. The components must be able to rotate freely.

-A bit of beewax helps remove noise from the gears.

-The speed controller is used to reduce the speed of the movement. It can be completely optional, however I found that for a clock, the Bambu Lab motor was too fast for my taste.

-FOR THE NON-BAMBULAB USERS: If its possible for you, install Bambu Studio or Orca Slicer on your computer. For a simple reason: You will be able to open the project and check the settings and the color changes required easily. Its just a quick tip, feel free to take it or not.

As for the rest, I think I covered everything in the instructions. If anything is unclear or incorrect, please let me know.

So this is it! I won't take up any more of your time because the whole thing is already very long.

Have fun my friends!!! Really hope you like it!!!!

Have a great day!

Pascal

Filaments used in this project:

GOLD: 3DPrintingCanada - Pearl Golden

BLACK: Polymaker - Polyterra Charcoal Black

GRAY (WAS SUPPOSED TO BE BLACK, BUT I CHOOSE A DARK GRAY FOR THE CASING: Polymaker Polylite - Dark Gray

COPPER: Spectrum Filaments - Rust Copper

SILVER: Overture - Space Gray