Mid-Century Modern Desk Clock

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<p>I designed this clock in Fusion360 using inspiration from classic Mid-Century Modern furniture pieces. &nbsp;This is an easy print, features many customizable elements, looks great in any space, makes a great gift, doesn't need any hardware and doesn't require any supports. &nbsp;The movement is from Amazon but almost any battery operated movement with a post smaller than 8mm and about 20mm in length should do the trick. &nbsp;I have included a screenshot of the item so you can find the same thing or similar. &nbsp;I typically print everything in 3D Fuel Pro PLA with stock PrusaSlicer settings for .3mm layer height. &nbsp;The included .gcode files print very well for Prusa MK3S printers so I'd recommend using them if possible. &nbsp;</p><p>With the supplied .gcode files, I have indicated where color changes happen with the Face component. &nbsp;This color change gives the face a different color for the hour indicators so I feel it is a necessary part of the process.&nbsp;</p><p>The Trim Plate component is easily customized, I would encourage you to experiment with different fill patterns for top/bottom layers or trying different infill patterns with no top/bottom layers. &nbsp;I have included some that I thought would look neat but get creative with it! &nbsp;I have also included a .dxf cut file if you have access to a laser cutter or CNC router to make Trim Plates out of different .25" thick materials. &nbsp;If your material is thinner, you may have to print a spacer using the supplied .stl for the Trim Plate and scaling the Z height to make up the difference in material thickness. &nbsp;I have tried cut/etched plywood and it really pops and stands out against the printed parts!</p><p>If you find that the Minute and Hour Hands are too tight or loose, simply adjust scale in slicer to make up for differences.</p><p>I typically design in imperial measurements. &nbsp;If a part comes in and it is too small, adjust the scale of that part to 2540% and it will be correct.</p><p>For assembly, start with the Housing face down and insert the Trim Plate and Face. &nbsp;Next, attach the movement to the Movement Holder as indicated in the photos. &nbsp;Insert the assembled Movement Holder into the Housing. &nbsp;Install the Minute and Hour Hands so you can push against the movement with one hand and install the hands with the other. &nbsp;The instructions recommend setting both hands to 12 o'clock and setting the time from there. &nbsp;Now install the Back Spacer as indicated in the photos and Base into the Housing. &nbsp;The Back slips over the dovetail parts on the Housing and slides down to lock into place. &nbsp;When time needs to be adjusted or battery needs to be replaced, simply slip the back off and perform the maintenance. &nbsp;</p><p>The clock in the photos was printed using 3D Fuel Autumn Orange, Charcoal Grey and Bone White Pro PLA. &nbsp;I also used Duramic Glow In The Dark PLA for the first color on the Face.&nbsp;</p><p>If you Would like to send a tip:</p><p>Venmo: @Dave-Sauvageau</p><p>Paypal: davesauvageau@yahoo.com</p>