Decorative Dial Indicator

Convert your leftover reusable cardboard spool into a fun desk decoration!
Version 2 now available!
https://makerworld.com/en/models/1262401

Features:

• Simple Assembly
• No Supports Required
• Both AMS and Non-AMS Options
  • Non-AMS Options feature press-fit parts; No glue required
  • Press-fit parts will require a moderate amount of force to snap in place

Social Meter Dial Indicator

This is a proof of concept for a simple, easy to print desk decoration as a fun and sassy addition to your workspace or home office. This model depicts an adjustable dial indicator that displays one's social capacity. Feeling talkative and perky? Move the dial to green and let your coworkers know you're ready to yap! Tired and haven't had your coffee yet, or Joe from accounting is coming down the hall? Spin that dial to red to let others know to steer clear.

To assemble the dial, press the dial arrow dowel through the middle hole of the dial face until you hear a click. On the other side, you should notice the groove on the dowel is fully visible. Then, snap the c-clip into place to ensure the dial will remain in place as you let your associates know your social capacity for the day! (The arrow is snug enough to not require the c-clip at first, but as creep sets in for materials like PLA, the c-clip will be useful for keeping friction between the arrow and dial face.)

I have a couple of other ideas for interchanging the dial face and nameplate, but I wanted to get this out there to see what others thought about it. Thanks for looking at my silly desk decoration!