Double-Bobbin for Ashford Joy Spinning Wheel

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As a spinner with a specific vision, I always dreamed of crafting a bobbin that would seamlessly separate spinning and plying. To bring this concept to life, I created a double-bobbin design specifically tailored for my trusty Ashford Joy spinning wheel. With this innovative bobbin, both halves can be filled with singles in perfect synchronization. Following the spinning process, these two halves can be expertly combined to produce a full-fledged yarn that fills an entire bobbin to perfection. The clever design incorporates a coupling mechanism, allowing both halves of the bobbin to turn together on my Ashford Joy spinning wheel. Conversely, when using a lazy Kate, I can easily detach this coupling and allow each half to spin independently, ultimately facilitating their harmonious combination into a single yarn. A complete, 3D-printed version of this bobbin is currently in development and will be made available here soon for all to enjoy. To ensure precision and smooth operation, I utilized high-quality IGUS bearings MFI-0405-06. What's more, thanks to my printer's fine calibration, the design doesn't require any drilling at all! When it comes to assembly, both components - "Zwischenscheibe" and "Doppelspule" - fit together seamlessly in my setup, but they can be secured with a minor adjustment if needed. Please note that due to potential electrostatic charging issues between nylon and PLA, I opted for a hemp string as the bobbin's brake. To achieve an optimal layer height of 0.05mm, the resulting print boasts a remarkably smooth surface, perfect for fine-tuning the brake tension. As for the yarn quality, I must admit that this was more of a test run - my skills are better applied to spinning itself!