This is my design attempt at building a cost effective 3D printed sock knitting machine (CSM).
This is the build video: https://youtu.be/2y1gakl4IEw
Additional parts list (Affiliate links):
Knitting machine hooks (cut off tails using wire cutters) -
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Yarn winder/baller-
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Digital magnetic counter-
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PLA+ filament-
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3D printer timing belt-
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PU transmission belt (useful for future projects)-
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110lb magnetic hook pack-
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Abec 9 bearings-
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M3 threaded inserts-
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M3 screws only-
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M3-M8 bolt set-
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I’m in the process of building this - should be done within a week if my needles will come in. Really looking forward to it since I started hand knitting a pair of socks ~4 years ago and they’re maybe 20% done :D
Prints are pretty easy but two are longish (15hrs and 27hrs on my machine/ settings).