Steam Punk Clock

[sid pileski]

https://imgur.com/gallery/5PVvA5D

Here is a link to it running

Sid.

[chipmaker4130]

Pretty smooth action! Whats the latest?

[sid pileski]

Latest is that I had to make a design change once I got it running to the point in the video. I got a piece of copper for the boiler. Have been making other parts. I have to post some in progress shots.

thanks for asking!

Sid

[sid pileski]

Some updates. I had to add another 60:1 stage, to get the correct movements. Something I miscalculated with the initial design.
Also, this project gave me the opportunity to use the E-dividing head I built a year or so ago. I'm waiting to get one more 60 tooth gear. coming in December.
Here are a few update shots.

[sid pileski]

some more:
I'll be using this set up to put in all the rivet holes and other features around the boiler.
I used some ABS plastic pressed into the tubing to keep it stable and turn to length.
For reference, the copper is 3.0" x 7.0" .05 wall.

[sid pileski]

Some more progress shots:

[Sparky_NY]

I love it ! The valve on the steam chest is a real nice touch, many will never guess there is a electric motor.

[chipmaker4130]

Never seen such a fascinating 'clock'! Wonderful work.

[redlee]

Very nice indeed.

[sid pileski]

I love it ! The valve on the steam chest is a real nice touch, many will never guess there is a electric motor.

I hope it is all very convincing when it’s done!

thanks all for looking/commenting!

[RB211]

It's my kind of clock

[Arcane]

I am sooo looking forwards to seeing the finished clock.

[sid pileski]

I am sooo looking forwards to seeing the finished clock.

Thanks! I’ll keep posting progress pics then.

Sid

[reggie_obe]

The valve seen in post #21, built or bought?

[sid pileski]

The valve seen in post #21, built or bought?

Bought from PM Research. $25?? If I recall. Fully working. Nice piece for the price.

sid.