A prototype is a preliminary model of something. Projects that offer physical products need to show backers documentation of a working prototype. This gallery features photos, videos, and other visual documentation that will give backers a sense of what’s been accomplished so far and what’s left to do. Though the development process can vary for each project, these are the stages we typically see:

Late stage prototype

Sphidget = Spheres + fidget

The purpose of Sphidget is to give the user something to occupy the wandering part of their mind. Its been proven that diverting the "fidgety" part of your mind into an easy task such as doodling or spinning a Sphidget can increase overall concentration...its also really fun.

Just like its name, Sphidget combines differing materials into a unique functional package. When I set out to design a fidget spin toy, I wanted it to be different from the others available on the market today. Most fidget spin toys are constructed from a single mass material with a bearing in the center. Sphidget is constructed by clamping a bearing and rotating mass spheres between two clamping plates. This method of construction opens up the possibility of several assembly combinations. The design will allow easy swapping of spheres so that you can choose from a variety of different materials such as Brass, Delrin, Acrylic, Steel, or any 3/4" sphere material. This allows for fine tuning the weight and aesthetics of the Sphidget.

Components

Dimensions

Each kit comes standard with 440C Ultra hard Stainless Steel spheres. These are very scratch and dent resistant and also will not rust or discolor as you handle the Sphidget. The Sphidget can be adjusted to allow the spheres to free roll in their holders or adjusted so the spheres are held tight. You can make this adjustment easily with the included tool.

3D printed Black

Shown on desk stand

A desk stand is available at some backer levels. The Sphidget is easy to insert and remove from the stand and will also free spin on the stand adding to the functionality of the package.

Part of the fun of the Sphidget is assembling it. Each Sphidget is shipped in kit form and comes with an assembly guide and tools for complete assembly / disassembly. Assembly time is about 15 minutes.

Add on menu:

Add $15 for 1 ceramic hybrid bearing

Add $50 for 1 brass or black anodized aluminum button set

Add $30 for 1 sphere assortment. 5 brass, 5 delrin, 5 wood, 5 acrylic

Add $30 for 1 Sphere Tower with Anodized black plates

All add on's are shipped with your Sphidget at no additional shipping charges.

Add on instructions:

1. Click the “manage your pledge” button on the project’s page.

2. Increase your pledge by the amount needed to claim the add-on(s).

3. Save your pledge. Do not change the tier that you first pledged at.

4. Send a message to me with your add on choices or questions.

5. At the end of the campaign, you will receive a survey that will ask you questions about how you want your additional pledge to count towards add on's.

Improved design

Spacer and axle nut improvments

Every Sphidget now comes with 5 silver spacers and 5 black anodized spacers. This allows the user to customize the appearance of their Sphidget by assembling it with either the silver or black spacers on the outside. The axle has been improved and now each Sphidget kit will include a set of black anodized nuts as well as a set of silver anodized nuts. See the below pictures for examples.

Sphidget configurations

Basic Sphidget and desk stand

Axle nuts Black or Silver?

Basic Sphidget with Black axle nut assembled

Basic Sphidget assembled with black spacers

Basic Sphidget with one clamp plate removed

Premium Sphidget and desk stand

Premium Sphidget and desk stand

Basic Sphidget with add on brass buttons

Premium Sphidget with add on brass buttons

Premium Sphidget showing add on brass buttons

Premium Sphidget showing add on brass buttons

Expanded buttons kit

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Sphere Tower - No Spheres loaded

Sphere Tower - Spheres loaded

Sphere Tower - next to Sphidget

"Intersecting circles of light"

Sample of spheres included in the PKG2 reward levels

Brass Spheres

Delrin Spheres

Acrylic Spheres

Birch Spheres

All in one

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Speed and perfect balance, sure but what about something else?

You can set up your Sphidget to have an intended imbalance. Why? By adding an imbalance, the Sphidget can be spun one handed indefinitely requiring only small hand movement inputs. Watch the video below to see imbalance in action.

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Quick rough video of the difference between a steel bearing on the left and a ceramic hybrid bearing on the right.