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Writing and Drawing automaton, Laser Cut Mechanical Model, Science Kit

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  • Materials: plywood

Turn the knob and Lanky Doodler will sketch out your encoded message. Write your own message like a loved ones name or pick from one of the premade messages:
"hello", "love you", "mum", "Dad", "happy Bday", "merryXmas"

The sketch is encoded in the rotating cams which control the two arms to accurately position the pencil.

Use the online app to generate cams for your own sketch. You can then download the profiles to cut yourself or send me the generated txt file and I will laser cut them for you. If you choose the custom cam option at checkout, then you must send me a message either with an explanation of your message/sketch, or the txt file generated from your sketch in the Lanky Doodler web app
at https://www.contraptioncart.com/lankydoodler

This item comes as a kit for you to put together in 40 minutes or preassembled with the base taken off for shipping. (Expect one minute to put the base back on)

The svg and pdf files for this machine are available in a separate listing if you would like to scroll saw or laser cut all of the parts yourself. Fits a standard pencil or felt pen (for a darker sketch).

  • Order today to get by Aug 10-14
  • Returns & exchanges accepted within 30 days
  • Cost to ship: $18.14
  • Ships from: Australia

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5.0

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Randall Aug 12, 2025

No complaints. The seller is terriffic. Quality is outstanding. Can't wait to build t!

Randall Aug 12, 2025

5 out of 5 stars 5 This item

Krystalina Oct 1, 2024

Works well! Love it, thank you!

Krystalina Oct 1, 2024

5 out of 5 stars 5 This item

Richard Mar 2, 2024

As always, the work is phenomenal and fun to build. I love the ingenuity behind these designs. Not to mention an excellent value.

Richard Mar 2, 2024

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Shasa Bolton
Contraptioncart ·

Sheffield, Australia

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