Virtox

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Exploring and creating the (im)possible through the magic of 3d printing.
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virtox is selling 9 products in Gyro the Cube section

by virtox
Accused of being fake, witchcraft and simply impossible..
This kinetic sculpture is inspired by the unlimited freedom of 3d printing,
it wobbles and turns with a slight movement of the hand.
Now give it a good spin or puff of air and it erupts in erratic and wild behavior.

This is the 5cm / 2" version, see the Gyro the Forms section for other shapes and sizes.
Corner stand available separately, or get the complete set below!

NEW!
Now also available as a pendant/keyfob!
In both Extra small and Small

Instructions
It is composed of four concentric cubes, each one spinning around a different axis.
The model needs some minor assembly:
Each inner cube has two knobs which need to be placed into the corresponding clamps in the parent cube. It's easiest to start with the inner most and continue outward.
And then... spin it away !

Notes
Do not be alarmed if your cube will not run smoothly at first!
Because of minor variations as a result of the printing process,
some need to wear in a little but will loosen up very quickly.
In the example video I am blowing on it to make it move, it's that smooth.

Be a little careful with (the assembly of) the Alumide version as this material is slightly less flexible/robust than the Strong & Flexible materials.

Get a complete set.
A default set consists of an Alumide Gyro the Cube and a White stand, you can change the materials in your cart later. 118x87_36851_89894_1338413385.jpg + 118x87_387662_147353_1338413388.jpg
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by virtox
Accused of being fake, witchcraft and simply impossible..
This kinetic sculpture is inspired by the unlimited freedom of 3d printing,
it wobbles and turns with a slight movement of the hand.
Give it a good spin and it moves in erratic and wild ways.

This is the 7.5cm / 3" version, see the Gyro the Forms section for other shapes and sizes.

Instructions
It is composed of four concentric cubes, each one spinning around a different axis.
The model needs some minor assembly:
Each inner cube has two knobs which need to be placed into the corresponding clamps in the parent cube. It's easiest to start with the inner most and continue outward.
And then... spin it away !

Corner stand for this 7.5cm model here.

Notes
Be careful with a cube this size, fingers may get pinched if handled carelesly.
It is not a toy for children!
Also please be careful with (the assembly of) the Alumide version as this material is less flexible/robust than the Strong & Flexible materials.

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by virtox
Accused of being fake, witchcraft and simply impossible..
This kinetic sculpture is inspired by the unlimited freedom of 3d printing,
it wobbles and turns with a slight movement of the hand.
Give it a good spin and it moves in erratic and wild ways.

Corner stand for this model is here: Corner stand for 10cm Gyro the Cube

This is the 10cm / 4" version, see the Gyro the Forms section for other shapes and sizes.

Instructions
It is composed of four concentric cubes, each one spinning around a different axis.
The model needs some minor assembly:
Each inner cube has two knobs which need to be placed into the corresponding clamps in the parent cube. It's easiest to start with the inner most and continue outward.
And then... spin it away !

Notes
Be careful with a cube this size, fingers may get pinched if handeled carelesly.
It is not a toy for children!
 
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by virtox
You can't hold it forever!
Here is the corner stand for the 5cm Gyro the Cube.
Due to printing variations it might be a bit tight fit for some cubes.
I recommend any of the Strong & Flexible
Alumide available on request.
 
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by virtox
Temporarily offline while I tweak it slightly!
Send me a message if you would like to stay updated!

Gyro the Cube (S) with loop.
This size (3.3cm/1.3") is suitable as a pendant, or large key-fob for hotel or closet keys.
As with the original the cubes the hinges need to be put in place after you receive it.
And as this is quite small, it might be a bit fidgety.
I will work on some instructions/tips.

Also available in a version without loop: here

Pocket sized extra small is available too!
 
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by virtox
Temporarily offline while I tweak it slightly!
Send me a message if you would like to stay updated!

Gyro the Cube (S)
(Version with loop >> here)
As with the original the cubes the hinges need to be put in place after you receive it.
And as this is are quite small, this might be a bit fidgety.
I will work on some instructions/tips.
 
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by virtox
Temporarily offline while I tweak it slightly!
Send me a message if you would like to stay updated!

Gyro the Cube (XS) with loop.
Sized at 2.5cm/1" this makes for a fiddly, yet subtle keyfob or pendant.
Or get a pair as earrings!

As with the original the cubes the hinges need to be put in place after you receive it.
And as this is really tiny, this might be a bit fidgety ;-).
I will work on some instructions/tips.

Larger pendant here
 
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by virtox
This is the corner stand for the XL 10cm Gyro the Cube model.
It should have enough clearance to easily place and pick-up the Cube.

This is a solid version and uses quite a lot of material.
I will try to improve the amount of material used, to reduce the price a bit, but this may negatively affect stability.

The stand has been tested on a home printer and this works nicely.
The Shapewqays print should be the same/better, I will be testing that soon.
 
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by virtox
This is the corner stand for the L 7.5cm Gyro the Cube model.
It should have enough clearance to easily place and pick-up the Cube.

This is a solid version and uses quite a lot of material.
I will try to improve the amount of material used, to reduce the price a bit, but this may negatively affect stability.

To be tested.
 
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