October 16, 2022
Description
This HO scale (1:87) FERRIS WHEEL can be motorized to turn. I used a stepper motor controlled with an Arduino UNO R3 microcontroller board. The code makes the motor start and stop at random times, as if passengers are getting on and off. Contact me via email and I will send you the code. Depending on your printer, some components may require some minimum minor trimming. The gondola chairs come in two halves that have to be glued together. Paint each of the gondola chairs different colors. Put HO scale sitting figures in the chairs. You will have to drill 36 small holes in the perimeter rings for a sewing pin to be used on the chairs to allow them to swing freely as the wheel turns. I've also included a fence to surround the Ferris Wheel to guide the people. The cross braces require the end to be removed AFTER ASSEMBLY to allow for the space for the gondola chairs. The Arduino stepper motor (28BYJ-48) code is included.
I exclusively print with PLA and have found that ordinary clear lacquer thinner (Nail polish remover) is a wonderful glue. Make a small test for yourself of two printed pieces of scrap PLA and give it a try. Let sit for 20 seconds and then try to break it apart. It leaves no residue and is applied with a small brush. I've been using lacquer thinner as a glue on styrene and PLA for years. No sloppy or messy glue to show when finished.
If you would like me to design a custom model for you contact me at:
It is totally free, but I will post it on Thingiverse for others to print and enjoy.
If you are kind enough to give me a PayPal tip, (they are not necessary of course, but are always welcome) please inform me via my email because when I am notified by PayPal I am unable to thank you properly because they just give me your name with no ability to contact you.
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Happy modeling,
Gary Lavarack - 3Designer
License:
Creative Commons - Attribution - Non-Commercial
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