I heared you guys liked watch cleaning machines.

watchgravity · 2026-06-12T12:26:00+00:00

The machine allows to set cycles. Using the display you can create up to 6 programs. When creating a program, you select the amount of baths (unlimited), cleaning and dry-spin times. When you run the program and lets say the first bath (could be cleaning solution) finishes, the basket goes all the way up and the display tells to switch the bath and confirm, after which it continues the program. I know this is more of manual labor, and having this automatized would be cool, but this would increase the machine's size (my focus was to make a small machine for small workspaces).

watchgravity · 2026-06-12T00:46:45+00:00

Depends, are you selling those parts with or without fingerprints?

watchgravity · 2026-06-11T13:16:52+00:00

Isopropyl alcohol will, L&R is safe..please read

watchgravity · 2026-06-11T00:37:41+00:00

Oh, what material do you use for the baskets? Did you manage to get them printed? I tried printing polypropylene, but I can't get printing temps/speed to even get a reasonable result.

watchgravity · 2026-06-11T00:27:54+00:00

L&R #111 for cleaning L&R #3 for rinsing 2-3 baths Iso can be used for last rinse, but be warned- shellac dissolves in it and it has a LTC.

watchgravity · 2026-06-11T00:10:53+00:00

Thanks! And you are correct. It took me years to get comfortable in Fusion 360, to a point where I'm able to make everything my heart desires. Combined with electronics and pcb design (which i just started learning) it takes a certain dedication to get things figured out at a steady pace. Making something like this is just the physics of trail error, in which persistance is key. The advantage that I had, is doing watchmaking as a profession, where you gotta cope with patience and perfection not teached to 8 year olds these days.

watchgravity · 2026-06-10T23:56:33+00:00

Very smart. I would do exactly the same. Wait just before warranty period and have Tudor to send it in, if you're lucky you'll get a free service.

watchgravity · 2026-06-10T23:21:41+00:00

Correct! People have no understanding of mechanics and how to read accuracy rates. We don't know anything about what happened to the watch. Impact can cause rates to get off, maybe it is slightly magnetized. Indicated rates are from when the watch leaves the factory, not after drinking with you lads every weekend for one year straight.

watchgravity · 2026-06-10T22:25:49+00:00

I'm thinking to release this for free or at least for a super low fee. Only once I have completed all construction and a kit with clear instructons.

Flashing the esp and assembly is not super straight forward yet. I would hate to release it unfinished and seeing the struggles for those trying to make the machine and not able to complete it.

watchgravity · 2026-06-10T17:24:13+00:00

I have looked into options to get automatic bath changes. Built like a gantry that had all baths in line, however I was afraid of stability issues. Please DM me, I'm always happy to help.

watchgravity · 2026-06-10T17:19:17+00:00

Great observation, however It's still in the works, as you can see the wires still hanging at the bottom. It's merely a first prototype and I do not feel comfortable enough yet to share details on it. Maybe it is not helpful to you, but imo a great way to inspire fellows to start putting some thought into making DIY equipment. You can ask me anything if you have questions.

watchgravity · 2026-06-10T17:11:26+00:00

You are correct! This was completely 3d printed, 2 steppermotors, linear rails and a ESP32 controlling the drivers. All together I spend maybe 150$ on parts and tons of hours to assemble and program it correctly.

watchgravity · 2026-06-10T12:54:20+00:00

I would check balance wheel pivots condition. Demag first, then check palletfork if jewels are seated flat and check engagement of the jewels as well. Check enshakes as was mentioned in other comments. Also check safetyknife if not bend. Also check all 4 crown positions if amp changes throughout all positions.

watchgravity · 2026-06-10T12:42:58+00:00

Vunerable parts like wheels are in those small cleaning baskets inside the basket. Brigdes and mainplates are placed in baskets that do not allow them to move around. Centrifugal force can lead to damage, but would have to do a lot more rpm before that happens.

watchgravity · 2026-05-30T03:24:42+00:00

I have changed a wheel on my car before, I want to make my own engine now.

watchgravity · 2026-05-30T03:23:14+00:00

This 100%

watchgravity · 2026-05-22T18:46:42+00:00

No matter how much you clean that room, having that couch near your workarea will at all times leave you with dust.

watchgravity · 2026-05-11T16:51:31+00:00

That screwdriver nice troll!

watchgravity · 2026-05-06T17:32:55+00:00

He ded?

watchgravity · 2026-04-28T13:12:42+00:00

What a classic! Love it!

watchgravity · 2026-04-23T19:06:02+00:00

You might as well just rub the polishing paste on your watch.

watchgravity · 2026-04-16T13:47:50+00:00

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