Deco Gauge (gears, steampunk-ish)

thingiverse

A steampunk-inspired gauge that features intricate gears, designed to add a touch of nostalgia to any project. When searching for the perfect dial on Thingiverse, none were found, so I decided to create it from scratch. Print Settings: Printer: Wanhao Duplicator I3 Rafts: Doesn't Matter Supports: No Notes: To achieve a smooth surface finish, I recommend printing this gauge slowly with generous infill. Its compact height of 2mm ensures quick completion, unless it's part of a larger project. Design Story: This gauge was crafted in Tinkercad, a versatile design tool that allowed me to create unique elements like the wheels, which are adapted from http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6786 . The remaining components were designed within Tinkercad, with the toothed strip generated using its built-in shape generator. Initially, I wanted to incorporate something meaningful in the scale number area but ultimately decided on an Omega and Alpha combination as a nod to my personal logo. The addition of a Delta in the middle was a later decision, symbolizing progression from Omega to Alpha with a hint of uncertainty (Delta). Possible Improvements: The gears appear visually appealing, yet their integration into the frame feels incomplete. To address this, I added small nobs to connect them to the gauge's body. While it may not be perfect, covering these details is an option if needed. If you're interested in replicating this design using Tinkercad, please let me know; I've kept my project private due to its complex structure, which even a dash of creative problem-solving can't simplify.