Kappel Rigging Trainer

An open-source counterweight rigging system for the classroom

Getting Started

Quick Checklist

Understand the features of the KRT and its options
Review the Planning Your Build section of the manual to decide what you are building
Use the Costing Sheet to plan your funding and purchasing
Download the drawings and manufacturing files you need
Begin purchasing and building! Consult the Build Guidance & Tips in the manual.
Review the Teaching with the KRT section of the manual when preparing to teach
Join the Discord server for help along the way

KRT Manual

Accessed through the Downloads page, the KRT Manual is your ultimate guide to building and using your KRT.

What does the manual include?

  • Notices
    Important disclaimers, disclosures, and license information
  • Background
    Contextual information about the project
  • Understanding the KRT
    Everything you need to know about KRT variations, features, and accessories
  • Files & Documentation
    Breakdown of the files available for download
    Metric system users? There’s a section in here just for you!
  • Planning Your Build
    All the things you should think about while planning your KRT build
  • Build Guidance & Tips
    Not step-by-step instructions, but an important companion to the build drawings
    New to 3D-printing? There’s a section in here just for you!
  • Teaching with the KRT
    Helpful advice and lesson topics

Downloads

What is available for download?

  • KRT Manual.pdf
    As mentioned above
  • KRT Placard.pdf
    A name plate and notice to be mounted to your KRT
  • KRT Costing Sheet.xlsx
    Pre-filled spreadsheet for shopping and budgeting
    This is a worksheet to help you plan your build
  • KRT Drawings.zip
    • All drawings in PDF and DXF format
    • KRT Plate Index.pdf – List of all drawings
  • KRT Parts List.xlsx
    Spreadsheet of all KRT parts including part number index
  • 3D-Print Files
    Each 3D-print package includes STL, STEP, and 3MF files
    • KRT-3DP Imperial Parts.zip
    • KRT-3DP Metric Parts.zip
  • CNC Files
    Each CNC package includes STEP, DXF, and/or DWG files
    Some packages include other cut lists and quotes from SendCutSend
    • KRT-CNC 10XXX-A 3LS.zip
    • KRT-CNC 11XXX-A 5LS.zip
    • KRT-CNC 12XXX-AA 3LSQ.zip
    • KRT-CNC 13XXX-AA 5LSQ.zip
    • KRT-CNC 308XX Pulley Block Sheet Metal Side Plates.zip
    • KRT-CNC 509XX Counterweights.zip
    • KRT-CNC 807XX Line Set Batten Loads.zip
    • KRT-CNC M-807XX Metric Line Set Batten Loads.zip

Previews

Preview the downloadable documents and files.