mechanical iris | print in place | fidget

A very simple model of a mechanical iris printed in place!

*Only for people with printing accuracy problems: Check out Version 2 with adjusted, wider tolerances for easier printing here:

https://www.printables.com/model/1061874-mechanical-iris-v2-wider-tolerances-print-in-place

very smooth action! (improved 16.10.2024)

print time: ~1h

outer diameter: 8cm

supports: none

tolerances: 0.1-0.2mm

fidget experience: 

use of helical gears:

well calibrated 3d printer required! (works as a tolerance test)

functions perfectly as a fidget toy

Have fun!