Wiggle Wheel (6x2 Magnets)

I also have a 10x3 Magnet version that you can find on my profile

As someone with the attention span of a squirrel in a trail mix factory, I’ve always loved fidget toys but also can get a bit caught up in the rhythm which leads to pointless and unnecessary anxiety, I end up focusing more than I should on the repetitive fidget action which pulls my attention away from reality, kinda defeating the entire purpose of a fidget. That’s where the Wiggle Wheel steps in, I’ve bought and printed countless fidget toys and don’t think I’ve come across one like this (if I’m mistaken feel free to correct me, I am but a mediocre human) the predictably unpredictable automated nature of the motion lets my mind wander as the motion is pushed along by nature and only partially in my control.

This is technically like version 80, but the second version I've posted, the old version has a lower poly form which gives a bit more haptic feedback and sound but also doesn't move as long and can be a bit too loud. in addition to making it smoother a side effect was being able to tighten the tolerances. The magnet slots are also a weird shape now that allows for a tighter fit to keep a slim form.

I'm not sure if anyone will actually print this but I've put an unnecessarily large amount of time into tweaking it so let me know what you think!

I still like the feel of the old low poly version as well so I'm going to leave it up in case anyone wants to check it out.

Directions

*Must use Arachne setting*

Print the test then print the model which corresponds to the number that your magnets fit snuggly in

if you don't want to print the test 3 or 5 seem to be the most common fit for 6x2 magnets from various brands the actual sizes are as follows -

1- 3.00mm

2- 3.15mm

3- 3.30mm

4- 3.45mm

5- 3.60mm

6- 3.75mm

7- 3.90mm

BETA PROFILES 

6x3- 2.7mm - I don’t have 6x 3 magnets to test this so let me know if it needs tweaking 

4x2- 4.2mm - it’s important follow the last step for this version where you make the motion to push the center out from each side while assembled. This will bend the edge up a bit to prevent jamming. Given the slim profile it’s more vital than on the other profiles.

(Use stack of 2 magnets for each slot) When Inserting the magnets half should be positive facing inward and half negative so going around it should be +, +, +, +, -, -, -, - (or -, -, -, -, +,+,+,+, it doesn't matter) I included a picture to better visualize this. once the magnets are inserted you can put the other half on and squeeze them together, the tolerances should be tight enough for the friction to hold them together but depending on your magnets you may need to use super glue.

The center magnets can be in any orientation, you need to use CA glue for this part which will also help hold the outer ring together in case it starts to separate due to a drop or something. Place the magnets in the first half on top of some glue, the number of magnets will depend on the specific ones you have, but just use as many as will fit and the super glue will keep them snug in case there's some leftover space. then place that half upwards in the center of your assembled ring, at this point, you can get the second half, place some glue in it, and then place it on top of the open magnets. squeeze the pieces together and then spin the ring to make sure any leaked glue gets dislodged.

Last step, and not entirely necessary - hold the wiggle wheel tight, then grab the ring with your free hand and pull it away from the center as if you're trying to pop the center piece out. This helps bend the center rim outwards to get smoother movement in case it gets warped or bent inwards during assembly.

Soon I want to update the models so the center magnet slot is perfectly sized, but making 7 models for different sizes was already a bit of a drag and I haven't had the time to modify the center of each/figure out the proper length.