Cuckoo Clock

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As autumn descends upon us, our team embarks on a mission to capture its essence with a perfect print. For this purpose, we select our Naturals Collection, incorporating the freshly introduced MakerBot PLA Filament hues: True Brown, Light Brown, and Peach. Since these colors adeptly mimic organic textures such as carved wood, we craft a design that showcases them to perfection: the Cuckoo Clock. Drawing inspiration from antique wooden timepieces, this model abounds with stunning details and features moveable parts like clock hands and window shutters. CAUTION FOR EXPERTS ONLY: This intricate assembly is reserved for seasoned users; please refer to the Instructions tab for detailed print settings and step-by-step guidance. Visit mbot.co/11CAwx2 to initiate the printing process. Guidelines Accurate build plate leveling is crucial to ensure a snug fit between the pegs. To facilitate the assembly, you can employ a blade or utilize a rubber mallet and glue to secure pieces together. For added protection, cover your mallet head with painter’s tape to prevent ink transfer onto your print. Below lies a comprehensive list detailing component parts for the Cuckoo Clock, along with their suggested settings and required number of prints. Due to its precision, we recommend printing at .2mm layer height; however, those seeking a faster print may opt for .3mm. Component Parts - Pinecone: 0% infill, 2 shells - Open Chain: 5% infill, 2 shells - Pendulum Piece: 5% infill, 2 shells - Small Base: 7% infill, 2 shells - Large Base: 10% infill, 2 shells - Top Arch: 7% infill, 2 shells - Fox: 7% infill, 2 shells - Side Leaf Left: 7% infill, 4 shells - Side Leaf Right: 7% infill, 4 shells - Clock Base: 7% infill, 2 shells - Window: 7% infill, 2 shells - 3D Bird: 3% infill, 2 shells - Top Leaf Left: 7% infill, 2 shells - Top Leaf Right: 7% infill, 2 shells - Pin for Clock: 3% infill, 2 shells - Clock Hand 1: 3% infill, 2 shells - Clock Hand 2: 3% infill, 2 shells - Clock Numbers: 3% infill, 2 shells - Chain Long: 3% infill, 2 shells - Wood Bird: 7% infill, 2 shells To securely fasten the clock in place, drill a series of holes through the Top Arch piece; this feature can accommodate substantial fishing line.