Model
CLIPGEAR - Infinite Modular Snap-Together Gear System
Description
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!
Source URL
https://www.printables.com/model/1810062-clipgear-infinite-modular-snap-together-gear-syste
License
Files
Model files
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clipgear-base-looser-gear-pin.stl
clipgear-base-tighter-gear-pin.stl
clipgear-gear-0-16.stl
clipgear-gear-0-24.stl
clipgear-gear-0-32.stl
clipgear-gear-16-16.stl
clipgear-gear-16-24.stl
clipgear-gear-16-32.stl
clipgear-gear-16.stl
clipgear-gear-24-16.stl
clipgear-gear-24-24.stl
clipgear-gear-24-32.stl
clipgear-gear-24.stl
clipgear-gear-32-16.stl
clipgear-gear-32-24.stl
clipgear-gear-32-32.stl
clipgear-gear-32.stl
clipgear-crank-handle.stl
clipgear-special-16-24-crank-body.stl
clipgear-special-16-24-fan.stl
clipgear-special-24-24-wheel.stl