HDD Spinning Top NextGen
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A spinning top that utilizes a 3.5" hard drive platter
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- Printables
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- Other Toys & Games
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This is the second version of my spinning top designed around a 3.5-inch HDD platter. It’s larger, more stable, and easier to assemble than the first version. The platter is clamped between the top and bottom parts using a printed screw connector, which allows for easy replacement or color changes.
The spinner is well-balanced and can easily spin for more than a minute when launched properly. My record after a few tries is 1:45 Min.
About this version:
This improved model is larger, smoother, and far less fiddly than the first design. The platter is now securely held between two printed parts that connect via a threaded screw system, allowing the top and bottom halves to be easily replaced or printed in different colors and materials.
See here for the first version.
Printing Instructions:
This print remains fairly delicate, and I recommend using a 0.2 mm nozzle for best detail. However, I’ve successfully printed it with a standard 0.4 mm nozzle and a 0.8 mm line width profile as well.
For the cleanest look, use 100 % infill and concentric top layers, bottom layers and internal solid infill.
After printing, simply insert your 3.5-inch HDD platter and screw the two halves together — no glue required!