Animatronic Tentacle MK III

This is my updated Animatronic Tentacle!

Here's what you'll need to make your own:

Tools:

  • Any 3D printer (obviously)
  • Power-drill
  • 6-32 Tap
  • Wire-rope cutters
  • Swaging tool
  • Propane torch (to anneal cable ends)

Parts

  • Tentacle Vertebrae (Quantity depends on how long a tentacle you intend to make)
  • Tentacle Stage Terminal (Mine has two stages)
  • Speedometer Cable
  • Welding rod (to use for alignment)
  • 6-32 Set screws (one per vertebrae)
  • 1/16" Wire rope
  • Barrel ferrules for 1/16" wire rope
  • 5mm Brake cable housing