Detent escapement model
Detent escapement model
Published 2023-04-17T08:31:58+00:00
A working model of a detent escapement that is mainly used in in marine chronometers
It is inspired by the spring detent escapement invented by Thomas Earnshaw in 1780
Learn more here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Earnshaw
Check out the working model here:
All parts printed in PLA, 0.4 mm nozzle
Dimensions: diameter 170 mm, height 145 mm
Download a 3D model at this link and open in browser, no CAD needed:
https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1rJ8kdcLDM8x0YhuhtQu6WW7GDC-0FSA_
Hardware needed:
Assortement of M3 screws, nuts, washers
Piano wire: 0.5, 1 and 2 mm
Small piece of 5 mm rod
The reference for the main spring is as follow (found on ebay):
Recoil Pull Start Spring Replace Fits STIHL MS380 MS381 038 # 041 045 051
Date published | 17/04/2023 |
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