Base Movement
AssemblyThe timekeeping calibre: a mainspring barrel drives a geared-up wheel train whose rate is metered by a lever escapement and balance. A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.
Base Movement parts and their functions
8 top-level parts · 8 parts in total · full bill of materials below
| # | Part | Qty | What it does |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Main Plate | 1× | Brass main plate |
| 2 | Mainspring Barrel | 1× | Energy store |
| 3 | Going Train Wheels | 1× | Center, third, fourth wheels |
| 4 | Escape Wheel | 1× | Club-toothed wheel released one tooth at a time, converting train torque into impulses for the balance. |
| 5 | Pallet Fork | 1× | Swiss lever |
| 6 | Balance Wheel | 1× | 4 Hz oscillator |
| 7 | Hairspring | 1× | Nivarox-type spiral |
| 8 | Jewel Set | 1× | Synthetic ruby bearings |
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Bill of materials for Base Movement
8 top-level lines · 8 rows shown · 8 parts total · indented to 3 levels| # | Item / sub-assembly | Part no. | Qty/assy | Ext. qty | Parts | Type |
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| 1 | Main Plate | chronograph-watch-mainplate | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 2 | Mainspring Barrel | chronograph-watch-mainspring-barrel | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 3 | Going Train Wheels | chronograph-watch-train-wheels | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 4 | Escape Wheel | chronograph-watch-escape-wheel | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 5 | Pallet Fork | chronograph-watch-pallet-fork | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 6 | Balance Wheel | chronograph-watch-balance-wheel | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 7 | Hairspring | chronograph-watch-hairspring | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 8 | Jewel Set | chronograph-watch-jewel-set | 1× | 1 | · | part |
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Where the base movement is used
1 product across 1 domain contain it, directly or inside a sub-assemblyUsed in 1 assembly
Sourcing: possible vendors
Browse the supplier directory → Prices, MOQ, and lead times are algorithmic estimates, not quotes, and not claims about these companies. Company mappings are curated by keyword; est. price band $0.50–$100. How estimates work| Vendor | HQ | Specialty | MOQ | Lead time |
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🇨🇳Foxconn
foxconn.com ↗
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Shenzhen, CN | Electronics contract mfg | 1,000 pcs | 6–10 wks |
| flex.com ↗ | Singapore | Electronics contract mfg | 1,000 pcs | 6–10 wks |
| dixoninfo.com ↗ | Noida, IN | Electronics contract mfg | 1,000 pcs | 6–10 wks |
| bydelectronic.com ↗ | Shenzhen, CN | Electronics contract mfg | 1,000 pcs | 6–10 wks |
| venture.com.sg ↗ | Singapore | Electronics contract mfg | 1,000 pcs | 6–10 wks |