Italeri 3113 Da Vinci Rolling Ball Timer Replica Kit  [IT-3113S]

Italeri 3113 - Da Vincis Rolling Ball Timer
Price:
AUD$28.78
Brand:
Italeri
Model:
IT-3113S
Condition:
Brand New
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Rolling Ball Timer Replica from Italeri 3113 - Hands-On Kinetics

The Italeri Da Vinci Rolling Ball Timer recreates an early mechanical timing concept in kit form. Its gravity-fed beads and pivoting platform interact with precision gears to show a continuous, observable movement that appeals to mechanically minded modellers.

Learning Through Mechanical Reproduction

This kit channels Leonardo da Vinci's inventive studies and turns them into a practical learning project. Builders can see how simple forces translate into controlled motion, offering both a historical reference and an engineering exercise.

Tips for Building and Showcasing

Careful assembly leads to a smooth-running kinetic model; align gear teeth and avoid over-gluing to preserve motion. Once finished, the timer makes an engaging desk piece that highlights mechanical function rather than pure ornamentation.

Specifications

  • Scale: Non scale
  • Material: Plastic components
  • Assembly: Glue required
  • Features: Functional kinetic movement
Assembly time varies with experience, but expect several focused sessions to trim, test gear engagement, and allow glued joints to cure properly.
Light, sparing lubrication on pivots can reduce friction, but avoid heavy greases that may gum up plastic gears over time.
The timer is primarily a standalone display, though creative modellers sometimes integrate it into larger dioramas or mechanical collections for added context.

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