Are clock mechanisms interchangeable?

Remember clock hands are not always interchangeable. The most important thing to note is the specification of the dial thickness- the thickness of the material the clock movement shaft will go through – the available options for each movement are stated on the website.

What are the clock parts?

Case: The body that houses the components of a clock. Minute Hand: The longer hand that indicates minutes. Hour Hand: The shorter hand that points to the hour. Barrel: The cylindrical metal box that powers the mechanical timepiece with a mainspring and a toothed round gear.

How do I know what size clock mechanism to buy?

The post mounting hole of your clock dial (or mounting material) needs to have a large enough diameter to fit the shaft of the clock movement through it. The easiest and most accurate way to measure the shaft length on a clock movement is to use the depth gauge on a digital caliper.

How do I know what size clock mechanism I need?

Choose clock hands based on the size of your clock dial you are working with. So a little less than half the diameter of your clock face is standard. The length of your clock hands determines whether you need a standard clock motor or high torque (higher power) clock motor.

Is it difficult to fix a clock?

When it comes to repairing an antique clock, we can usually repair it. Most of the time with these types of clocks it is very difficult, and sometimes even impossible, to get to the movement part of the clock. However, we have been able to repair some sign clocks in the past.

Are clock mechanisms a standard size?

There are generally 4-6 basic sizes of movement available and your movement will generally fall into one of the sizes available between 9-31mm in length, if you movement is an odd measurement then the way round it is to simply go for the longer length shaft thats as close to your required measurement and put a spacer …

How big should my clock be?

A wall clock should be between six inches and eighteen inches in width. Wall clocks come in three general sizes: small, medium, and large.

Where can I buy clock parts in Australia?

This guarantees we can get your clock parts to you in a timely manner, wherever you live in Australia. Please don’t hesitate to phone us for more information on any of our products or to discuss specific details in person.

How long does it take to replace a clock mechanism?

It will take you about 10 minutes with one of our clock modules. Just remove the old mechanism, replace it with an accurate quartz crystal movement. Don’t forget to pull the old mechanism apart to see which bits you can re-use for other projects! Thanks for your Query.

Where can I buy a new battery clock?

So if you are in need of a new battery clock movement, numerals, hands, hand wind movements, barometer parts or other clock mechanisms, stop wasting your time and look no further than the Clock Shop. Not Sure Where To Start? Read our Blog ( click here) and watch our DIY video for further tips on how to change your clock mechanism.

Where can I get a clock making kit?

For all your clock making kits. We directly import the clock kits from Taiwan, Hong Kong and the USA. Skeleton clock, Clock Movements, Clock fit-up and all the other bits that helps you complete you clock projects.