What is a dual watch winding device
What is a dual watch winding device
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The double watch winding device is a tool used for mechanical watch maintenance and upkeep. Mechanical watches rely on the stored energy of the mainspring to drive their operation. When the watch is not worn for a long time, the mainspring gradually relaxes, causing the watch to stop moving. The dual watch winding device simulates the movement of wrist swing, providing winding power for two mechanical watches simultaneously, maintaining a certain tension in the watch's mainspring, ensuring that the watch can travel normally during idle periods, avoiding stopping due to loose mainspring, and reducing the possible wear and tear on the watch's internal parts caused by frequent manual winding.
The working principle of the dual meter winding device
The double watch winding device usually has a built-in motor or mechanical transmission device, which simulates the natural swing of the human hand when wearing the watch through a specific motion pattern. For example, it may move left, right, or in a circular motion at a certain frequency and amplitude, which drives the watch crown or automatic tourbillon placed in the winding device to rotate, thereby winding the mainspring of the watch. Different dual watch winding devices may have different motion modes and parameter settings, which users can adjust according to the specific model and needs of the watch.
Types of dual meter chainers
Mechanical: Using mechanical structures such as springs, gears, etc. to drive the winding action. This type of winding device does not require a power source, but may require manual winding to provide power, and the motion mode is relatively fixed, making adjustment less flexible.
Electric type: driven by a motor, the motion mode and parameters are controlled through a circuit. Electric dual watch winding devices usually have multiple motion modes to choose from, such as unidirectional rotation, bidirectional rotation, intermittent motion, etc. They can also adjust the motion speed and time to better meet the winding needs of different watches.
Intelligent: Combining advanced sensors and intelligent control systems, it can automatically recognize the model and winding status of the watch, and adjust the winding parameters according to the actual situation of the watch. The intelligent dual meter winding device can also be remotely controlled and set through a mobile app, making it more convenient to use.
How to use the dual meter winding device
Preparation: Place the mechanical watch that needs to be wound on the watch holder of the winding device, ensuring that the watch is securely installed and will not fall off during movement. Adjust the clamp or watch holder of the winding device according to the position of the crown or automatic tourbillon of the watch, so that it can accurately drive the watch to be wound.
Set parameters: Based on the model and manual of the watch, set the motion mode, speed, and time parameters of the winding device. Generally speaking, different watches may require different winding methods and times. For example, some automatic mechanical watches need to be worn for more than 8 hours a day to ensure normal timekeeping. Therefore, when using a winding device, the corresponding winding time can be set to simulate the wearing effect.
Start the winding device: After setting the parameters, start the winding device to start winding the watch. During the winding process, the running status of the watch can be checked regularly to ensure that the winding is proceeding normally.
Stop winding: When the set winding time is reached or the watch is fully wound, stop the winding device and remove the watch from the watch holder.
Advantages and disadvantages of dual meter chainers
advantage
Convenient and practical: It can simultaneously chain two watches, saving time and space, especially suitable for users with multiple mechanical watches.
Protecting the watch: avoids frequent manual winding and wear on the internal parts of the watch, extending the service life of the watch.
Maintain accuracy: Ensure that the watch can still run normally during idle periods, reducing the inconvenience of needing to recalibrate the time due to stopping.
disadvantage
Higher price: Compared to single meter chainers, dual meter chainers are usually more expensive, especially intelligent dual meter chainers, which may be more expensive.
Space occupation: Although the dual watch winding device saves space to some extent compared to placing two watches separately and winding them separately, it also requires a certain amount of storage space, which may be inconvenient for users with limited space.
Need to learn: The operation methods of different types of dual table chainers may vary, and users need to spend some time learning and mastering their usage methods.