Nostalgic Tech at Your Fingertips: Star Engine Fidget Spinner
Dive into the era of aviation pioneers with this stunning star engine fidget spinner. The detailed 3D print file captures the elegance and complexity of a real star engine, transforming it into a calming toy for those in-between moments.
Print Instructions:
Material: PLA
Layer Height: 0.2 or 0.16 mm
Supports: Only required for the housing
Assembly instructions:
Instructions:
- Attach the Propeller:
- Insert an M4x20 screw into the propeller. (heat up the screw with a lighter or cut an M4 thread first)
- Connect the propeller to the housing.
- Secure the propeller with an M4 nut on the inside.
- Ensure that it rotate smoothly (if not: drill the hole in the housing with a 4mm drill bit)
- Lock the Crank:
- Locate the crank near the M4 nut.
- Secure the crank in place.
- Connect the Pistons and Rods:
- Attach the pistons to the connecting rods using M2x12 screws.
- Assemble the Piston and Crank:
- Insert a piston with its connecting rod into the housing.
- Connect the piston to the crank using an M4x8 screw.
- Add the Remaining Pistons:
- Insert the remaining pistons into the housing.
- Secure each piston and connecting rod with M2x6 screws.
- Ensure that all parts rotate smoothly
Enjoy your new star engine fidget spinner!