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Epicyclic Steam Engine Plans

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Complete plans to build an epicyclic steam engine.

These plans were created by Bill Reichart.

This engine uses a unique set of epicyclic gears where one gear revolves around another gear. There are 33 pages of plans that detail every part and describe methods of production. The engine is made from bar stock. No castings are required. You get the gears from Boston Gear.

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

John C. ★★★★★

I was initially worried the 33 parts would be overwhelming, but the step-by-step instructions made the assembly surprisingly clear. The unique epicyclic gear system works exactly as described, and I can't wait to see it run under steam.

Mia E. ★★★★★

The epicyclic gear mechanism is brilliantly explained in the diagrams, making a complex concept feel manageable. I’ve already started gathering materials after just one read-through of the 33 pages.

Ava ★★★★★

I was a bit intimidated by the 33 pages at first, but the step-by-step diagrams for the epicyclic gear assembly are incredibly clear. Got the base frame built in one weekend and the motion is surprisingly smooth.