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This chain tensioner can be used to address issues with chain hopping, chain slap, rattles. | This chain tensioner can be used to address issues with chain hopping, chain slap, rattles. It can be printed and assembled for less than $6, and offers equivalent perfomance to comercial products sold for $30. | ||
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Revision as of 12:44, 4 December 2014
Bike Chain Tensioner
Project developed by User:Spoonless
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Abstract
This chain tensioner can be used to address issues with chain hopping, chain slap, rattles. It can be printed and assembled for less than $6, and offers equivalent perfomance to comercial products sold for $30.
Bill of Materials
- (2) ZipTies
- (1) 8-32 Thread, 1-1/4" Length Machine Screw (eg. McMasterCarr:91792A201)
- (1) 8-32 Thread Locknut (eg. McMasterCarr:91831a009)
- Upload and link to all STLs
Tools needed for fabrication of the OSAT
- MOST Delta RepRap or similar RepRap 3-D printer
- Screwdriver
- Adjustable Wrench or Pliers
Technical Specifications and Assembly Instructions
- Ziptie the cage to the Bicycle frame just above chain.
- Hold the chain up so it is captured by the cage.
- Bolt the pully in place
- gently crank the pedals by hand and shift throug all gears to ensure nothing is binding
Cost savings
- Approximatly $23.50 (78.3%)
- 30g of PLA at approx. $30/kg = $0.90
- Machine Screw, Locknut, and bag of zip ties approx $5.60 at local hardware store
- Equivalent Chain Tesnsioner: Bionicon C.GUIDE approx. $30
- 30 - (5.60 + 0.90) = $23.50.
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