Complete Clock assembly

Disclaimer

This is a work in progress. It is currently being printed and built. 

This design is just completed and there are so many parts that I find it overwhelming. I intend to start printing the parts and colour code them to go with the gear train parts. 

I plan to document the build process as I go along, so please check back for a break down of built plates by print order, updated modules as the build process progresses and illustrated build instruction.

For more details on the geartrain see here: Clock Gear Train Assembly by jattie | Download free STL model | Printables.com

Update 31/7/2024:  

This design does not work as expected. There is too much friction in the drivetrain.  I am investigating options to reduce by redesigning the spacers with smaller diameters to friction. I am also opening the bearings and washing them with IPA to remove the grease, apparently this can help. 
 

Update 1 August 2024: 

Some improvements but sadly not enough. Six gears just seems too much. Back to the drawing board. 

Update 2 August 2024:

I believe that the issue I encountered is an over ambitious design issue. Comparing the combined drivetrain ratio from the escapement to the weight, the current design overall ratio is 1:2700. Comparing this to other 3D printed pendulum clock designs the ratio is around 500:1. It is a difference of about five times and probably near impossible to achieve. 

The next iterative design criteria will then have a cumulative drive ratio of 600:1

This should make a more viable design to overcome the cumulative gear friction.