CLIPGEAR - Infinite Modular Snap-Together Gear System
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An infinitely expandable, snap-together gear system for endless mechanical creations.
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Model information
- Source
- Printables
- Category
- Engineering
- License
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CLIPGEAR is an infinitely expandable, modular gear system. Snap the bases together, clip the gears on, and build your own mechanical creations - or simply use it as a satisfying fidget!
The system is designed to be simple, lightweight, and endlessly expandable. It supports 1:2 and 2:1 gear ratios, allowing you to trade speed for torque, or torque for speed. It also includes a variety of gears and special parts, including gears with a wheel and a fan, with more possibilities to come.
Gear Sizes & Files
Gears are available in 16, 24, and 32 teeth. Files are named Gear X-Y, where:
X = bottom gear
Y = top gear
For example, Gear 16-32 contains a 16-tooth bottom gear and a 32-tooth top gear.
Printing
No supports required
0.20 mm layer height recommended
PLA or PETG both work well. PETG on the base makes the connections easier
Low infill required
Alternative bases
Fixed-size bases and Multiboard-compatible bases are also available:
Updates
2026-08-22
Added a variation of the base with a tighter gear pin, to reduce wobbly.
Added a new two-part crank! No supports needed!
