This is a 100% printable yarn winder. It allows you to wind individual threads into balls easily, quickly and without any problems.
Key Features
Fully 3D printable, requires no screws, bearings, rubber bands or glue
Fast yarn winding with a 1 to 3.25 transmission ratio
Easy yarn removal from the machine thanks to open guide spiral, no cutting required
Print in place rotary handle, allows comfortable turning
New Version Available
I have released an improved, fully PLA-printable gear-driven version of this yarn winder. It includes all upgrades from this model plus a redesigned mechanism for easier printing and smoother operation.
At the request of @MomoKo_3884049, the spinning wheel has been extended
The weight has been optimized
All threads have been completely revised and improved
The entire project has been tested in PLA (excluding the ring and the drive belt), printed with 0.2 mm layer height and 15% infill
Parts that have been superseded can be found in the ‘Older Version Parts’ folder.
Assembly
Tip: Lightly sanding and lubricating the rotating parts can improve smoothness.
Step 1 – Spinning Unit Preparation
Screw the spinning wheel screw into the spinning centre.
Place the weight into the recess.
Screw the drive screw into the spinning centre.
Step 2 – Plate Assembly
Attach the outrigger to the plate using the outrigger bolt.
Screw the yarn guide into the outrigger.
Screw the axis into the plate.
Position the drive wheel spacer in the plate recess and mount the drive wheel on top.
Fasten the drive wheel using the drive wheel screw.
Step 3 – Connecting Drive System and Spinning Unit
Place the drive belt into the drive wheel and lay it ready around the axis.
Slide the fully assembled spinning unit onto the axis and secure it with the axis end.
Stretch the ring onto the spinning wheel.
Place the spinning wheel onto the spinning wheel screw.
Step 4 – Table Clamps
For as many table clamps as needed, screw the clamping screw through the clamp mount.
Push the foot onto the joint of the clamping screw.
Insert the clamp mount into the plate wherever required and tighten to secure.
Motor-Mod
The motor mod allows the yarn winder to be operated with a cordless screwdriver or similar device. The modified drive wheel has an emergency turning handle so that the wheel can also be operated without a motor. When not in use, the emergency turning handle folds seamlessly into the wheel.
Motor Mod README!
The motor mod should be used with caution. Since the parts are all PLA or PETG, friction heat can cause the parts to melt if operated too quickly.
Done :)
Leave a comment if you like the project or leave a make if you made it too :) have fun winding
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