Key Mechanism
AssemblyAround 23 keys on long rod axles between soldered posts translate finger movement into pad openings, with needle springs returning each key. A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.
Bill of materials for Key Mechanism
8 top-level lines as of r149348| # | Item / sub-assembly | Part no. | Qty/assy | Ext. qty | Parts | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Key Cup | saxophone-key-cup | 23× | 23 | · | part |
| 2 | Key Arm | saxophone-key-arm | 23× | 23 | · | part |
| 3 | Hinge Rod | saxophone-hinge-rod | 12× | 12 | · | part |
| 4 | Post | saxophone-post | 30× | 30 | · | part |
| 5 | Needle Spring | saxophone-needle-spring | 23× | 23 | · | part |
| 6 | Pivot Screw | saxophone-pivot-screw | 18× | 18 | · | part |
| 7 | Key Cork Set | saxophone-key-cork | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 8 | Adjustment Screw | saxophone-adjustment-screw | 8× | 8 | · | part |