MAD Kits

As seen at The MAD Museum.

All of these unique, laser-cut rolling ball kits are available from our gift shop at the museum, as well as our online shop at madfactory.co.uk.

Links to instructions for building these kits are below.

This machine is hand-cranked and has a stairs type lifting mechanism. The camshaft is geared down to ensure smooth motion. Made from precision laser cut MDF and plywood. Plated steel axles. 5mm steel balls are included with the kit.

Full assembly instructions in PDF format, as well as comprehensive build videos, can be downloaded from here:
Marble Machine #1 (Hand Cranked) Instructions
Marble Machine #1 (Hand Cranked) Build Video
Operation Video

Marble Machine #2 is motorized and features dual tracks with a track switch and a ball accumulator. The lifting mechanism is the wheel type.

Everything you need to assemble the kit is included except for glue and batteries (2xAA). Made from precision laser cut MDF and plywood. Carbon fibre uprights with silicone spacers. 7mm steel balls are included with the kit.

The lifter wheel is pre-assembled and has the pockets for the balls drilled to the right depth and angle. Motor, switch, wires and battery box are pre-soldered, no soldering is required.

Measurements: 150x150x175mm

Full assembly instructions in PDF format can be downloaded from here: Marble Machine #2 Instructions
Operation Video