This is my first attempt at a geared rope maker.

Notes:

• The screws are pretty weak, so you may be better off with nylon ones.
• At 0.25 layer height, the screws should not need post-processing, but the threaded holes will.
• For best results you either need a M6x1 tap, or a metal M6x1 screw with a groove cut in it to clean up the inside threads.

Updates:

• Only the 3 screws that hold the frame together are needed, v2 has the extra holes and threads removed.
• I redid the hooks to hopefully make them print better
• I make the screws go all the way through for added strength. (Even better would be to use nylon or metal M6x1x15 screws.)
• Added a new "hook gear" that you just tie the string/thread to. This version does not require supports.
• I finally shortened the non-threaded part of the screws. I have no idea why the old ones were so long.

Print Settings

Printer:

Micromake D1

Rafts: 

Doesn't Matter

Supports:

Yes

Resolution: 

0.25mm

Infill:

50% for strength

Notes:

Because of the hooks, the gears must be printed with supports.

Category: Hand Tools