Customizable Bike Chain Tensioner
This object has been checked for printability, but did not pass the test and was deemed not printable. This object is still shareable and people with this link will be able to see and download the object, so please make sure you watch out and progress with care!
×Customizable Bike Chain Tensioner
3D
This is a customizable bike chain tensioner to fit any bike and chain configuration. Bike chain tensioners are used in mountain biking to minimize the movement of the chain when traveling over rough terrain. This helps ensure the chain does not fall off of the gearing while riding.
File created to work with the Thingiverse customizer at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4041364. To create the tensioner open the customizer on Thingiverse and input your desired parameters. To put more tension on the chain, minimize the height of the tensioner.
The print was created using PLA. The part cost roughly $0.60 for the current configuration. Depending on size the cost may increase or decrease. The current commerial equivalent to the tensioner is the C.Guide Eco Chain Tensioner costing $38.60 at https://www.amazon.com/B-Labs-C-Guide-Eco-Chain-Tensioner/dp/B00HZRCZBS?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_3. The customizable part has a 193.9% reduction in price compared to commercial sales. The current configuration takes about 50 minutes to print.
For see more information on the operation of the chain tensioner, follow the link to a short video of the chain tensioner connected to my bike. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03AvAft6OLs&feature=youtu.be
| Status | Rejected |