Cyclops is the 12th original design clock done in collaboration with Guy Marsden. It's pulsing electromagnet produces an image on magnetic field film. By counting the pulses the clock tells time to the nearest 5 minutes. Hours and 5-minute intervals are distinguished by different magnetic field patterns on the film. See video, below, for instructions on setting and telling the time.
Assembly
Case is made from a 4" PVC 45 degree street elbow. It was sanded
smooth and painted with Krylon Hammered Matte Cast Iron. Black acrylic is used for the base and ring that surrounds the film.
The complex flower like pattern was created by inserting a custom machined ferromagnetic disc (with 12 holes) in the space between the center and outer edge of the electromagnet.
Materials
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Magnetic viewing film (4"x4") was obtained from Amazon https://a.co/d/8e2i2AW
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Magnet (24V, 3.15" OD) was purchased from Amazon (LS-P80/38, i.e. 3.15"/1.5")
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Krylon Hammered Matte Cast Iron Spray Paint
"DABs Clocks is a unique business that focuses on finding ways to display time in unconventional ways. The goal is to create time pieces that are both functionally and aesthetically pleasing. Please explore the gallery and contact me if you have any questions.