Cageless Ball Bearing for 3 16 Balls Free 3D print model

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A sleek, ball bearing without the encumbrance of a cage, though it undeniably demands an abundance of patience when constructing. Minor tweaks will be implemented to enhance print quality. The design accommodates 27 balls across three levels; two would suffice but result in diminished load-bearing capabilities. Prototypes indicate that only through trial and error did I grasp the new iteration. Printing issues have been mitigated, replaced by M5 screws in response to my previous absence of M3 hardware on hand. As for assembly: printing the pieces, inserting the balls into their designated positions, then screwing them together necessitates no horological expertise. Alas, current prototypes suffer from excessive clearance allowing balls to dislodge freely.