Cyclops Machined Kit Model Steam Engine

Cyclops' hypocycloidal concept is based on a fact originally propounded in the year 1666 by De La Hire was adopted because when any circle or 'disc' is rolled around the inside of an annular ring of twice its diameter, a point on the disc will always describe a straight line, thereby enabling Murray to translate reciprocating motion at the piston rod into rotary at the flywheel.

Without doubt one of the most intriguing steam engines in the range, the Hypocycloidal Gearing creating a talking point amongst steam devotee's for the unusual and innovative. However, taking to one side the novelty factory, Murray's engines were very capable machines. Cyclops and its powerful twin steam engine derivative delivering a similar capability in model form.

Constructed upon an unusually shaped bed plate, the Cyclops model steam engine contains real attention to detail and has at its heart a substantial gun-metal cylinder. Power developed within the steam engine cylinder being transmitted to the ornate flywheel and grooved accessory drive pulley via the all important gears which are themselves produced to a close tolerance by a process called 'wire erosion' . Further details include adjustable main bearings, fluted rocking arms, oil cup lubrication, cast brass plate and polished decorative hardwood base plinth.

Cyclops is available as an advanced level machined kit, issued with comprehensive and clear building instructions. Cyclops may be supplied painted in red, green or blue, each model being individually numbered and issued with a certificate of authenticity.


See also; Factory Finished option.

Cyclops Specifications
Type: Hypocyclodial Engine
Bore: 7/8" (22mm)
Stroke: 2 1/4" (57mm)
F/Wheel Dia: 6" (152mm)
Valve type: Slide
Height: 12 ½" (318mm)
Length: 8" (203mm)
Connections: Oval Flange (8B.A.)

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