Time Capsule Vault - Version 2
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Thanks to the feedback and interest in the first time capsule vault, I've finalized many improvements into version 2!
Version 2 of the time capsule vault retains the function and novelty of v1 - once locked, you must spend an annoying amount of time attempting to unlock it. This makes the time capsule vault great as a way to prank friends, siblings, or that co-worker you want to annoy. Simply place the desired gift or object inside the vault, spin the lock rings forward any amount, and to unlock it, the target must continue spinning the lock rings for an annoying amount of time to unlock!
The locking mechanism uses three lockrings which interface via a 15.65:1 planetary gear reduction. To rotate the 3rd lockring once, you must turn the input wheel 250 times! The lockrings will align in the unlock position about every 3 full rotations of the 3rd lockring. But be careful, if you rotate even one click too far, the one-way ratchet component prevents you from rotating backwards, and you must start all over!
Printing the model is straight forward, with the following notes:
- use supports for the inner frame plates, bottom plate, and vault container, as they have snap pin cutouts with overhangs that print much cleaner with support
- use tree support on the ratchet assembly. The provided print profile also uses a support blocker to prevent support inside the threaded center hole
- Top surfaces ironing on the planetary gears will improve aesthetics, but doesn't affect functionality
- I recommend doing a flow calibration test of your chosen filament before printing as there are some tight tolerances
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