Ugears Marble Run Chain Hoist

What is it about marble runs that makes them so compelling? Kids (and adults!) can enjoy marbles going down a track, going through different barriers, for hours on end.  Marble runs are interesting, they grab our attention, and yet they're also relaxing. Marble runs and races have actually ended up being an unforeseen YouTube phenomenon, with countless videos acquiring countless views. You select a marble to enjoy, to cheer for, you question which path it will take, you put yourself in the marble's location, picturing that you are right there with the glass ball, going on a magnificent, unidentified journey, with twists and turns and surprises around every corner. The thrill is even greater when you've developed the marble run yourself. Now you're not just passively seeing a video, you're totally invested due to the fact that you developed a fascinating machine with your own hands.

Presenting the UGears mechanical Marble Run Chain Hoist design—an amazing combination of art and engineering. The Marble Run Chain Hoist is both a beautiful kinetic sculpture and a complex toy that teaches as it entertains. This do it yourself wood marble run features a chain hoist powered by a hand crank, and a series of tracks, each with its own unique and enjoyable challenge or component. Turn the manage clockwise to set the machine in movement, and watch as the wood chain hoist gathers and raises the marbles to the top of the machine, where a 3-way switch distributes them on various tracks. One marble plunges down a chute with a loop-the-loop at the bottom; the next topples down the different stages of the cascades, while 3 others are collected in the accumulator then released down among 3 brief tracks. All marbles pass through the common tray or collector prior to going back to the chain hoist to be raised on their next journey.

The Marble Run Chain Hoist is modular and can be connected to other Marble Run Chain Hoists (2 or 4 models can be connected, in pairs) using special adapters (included). Attach two mechanical Marble Run Chain Hoist models together frontally, or link four together, both frontally and laterally, for a mini system of hoists and runs.

The world's highest rolling ball sculpture, at 72 feet, is the "Energy Machine," situated inside the Hong Kong Science Museum. At one foot tall our Ugears wood marble run might not be the most significant, however we believe it's the prettiest! Multiple aspects are loaded into a compact space in our do it yourself Marble Run Chain Hoist, keeping you guessing which path your favorite marble will take. As marbles go into the 3-way switch each marble closes a "door" behind it, allowing the next marble to pass further. The third marble, going through the last hole, opens the doors using a lever.

Experience the complete satisfaction of building your own appealing, 3D puzzle/kinetic sculpture/marble run with your own hands. Everything you require for this enjoyable do it yourself project comes right in the box, consisting of pre-cut wood boards, 10 marbles, wax, and sandpaper (for optimal equipment function). Each Ugears design package, 3D puzzle, or brain teaser includes a set of in-depth, detailed instructions in 11 languages. The Marble Run Chain Hoist has 400 pieces, is ranked "Medium" level, and has an estimated assembly time of 7 hours. As you build this innovative wood marble run, you will learn about the action and interaction of drive gears and driven gears in equipment sets, the delicate action of counterweights, and be interested by the mechanics of the 3-way switch and accumulator as they determine the marbles' course.

You and your household will have hours of enjoyable building this do it yourself package together, without the requirement for glue or special tools. Just snap the wood pieces out of their laser pre-cut boards, then snap them together and enjoy your marble run take shape. Our top quality accuracy laser-cut pieces are made from natural wood composites, have a terrific smell, and meshed comfortably. If you break a piece throughout the build, no problem! Ugears models each included a couple of extra parts, and if it's a unique piece that's damaged or broken, just contact our customer service and we will gladly send you a replacement part complimentary of charge! Free replacement parts—just part of Ugears' dedication to customer service.

The enjoyable doesn't stop with the build. With fixed models, the finished design typically gets put on a high rack collecting dust. Not so with Ugears! Once you complete building this do it yourself marble run the enjoyable is just starting! Enjoy the wood puzzle come to life as you crank the hoist to send the marbles on their experiences. For anyone looking for a toy that will give more than 5 minutes of enjoyable, a marble run is particular to capture the attention of any kid (or adult!). 

Looking for a unique gift for a home or office? The Marble Run Chain Hoist is an interesting method to relax your mind prior to returning to the task at hand, whether that's tidying your desk, sending an email, or preparing for your next zoom call. Everybody takes pleasure in seeing marbles pass through a complex machine—it's just part of humanity! Perhaps there are some kids in your life who would be delighted to help build this design and enjoy the marbles loop-the-loop, trickle-down a counterweighted waterfall, or take any of numerous other paths as they work their method to the bottom. The Marble Run Chain Hoist is a fun, unique gift concept for practically anyone in your life—for birthdays, holidays, any occasion, or no occasion.

Let the good times roll!

Model Size: 10.6 x 12.0 x 10.6 in
Bundle size: 14.9 x 6.7 x 1.3 in
Variety of parts: 400
Level: Intermediate
Assembly Time: 7 hours
Suggested Age: 14+
Kit weight: 1.76 pounds

Maker: UGears