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-MINIATURE MAINSPRING KEY WINDING MUSIC BOX MECHANISM,

- Main Material and Structure

Metal Structure Mechanism

 - Music Feature

1)Standard 18 note musical mechanism

2)Rich popular songs for selection, FUR ELISE, OVER THE RAINBOW, EDELWEISS, ENDLESS LOVE, FLY TO THE MOON, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, EASTER PARADE, IMAGINE, LA FLUTE ENCHANTEE, LA VIE EN ROSE....

3)Accept to custom made your own songs

 - Play Power

1)Spring power, Wind up by key underneath.

- Mini Size,

37x29x12mm

 - Applications

Suitable to the mini cute wind up music boxes.

- Safety
Pass Europe EN71 safe standard,RoHs,2005/84/EC,REACH And CPSIA  etc. environmental  detection

 - How To Order,

1)Off-line trading, communicate and place order by email

2) Make sure to specify the following details when ordering

**What is the Model number?

**What is the tunes?

**What is the type and length of the keys or other attachments if you need

**Other personalized requirement

**MOQ, usually 3000pcs per order and can be 500pcs per tune

- Delivery

1)Express(Door to Door,DHL,FEDEX,UPS,TNT) For Mini Quantity

The delivery cost will  be about 0.45usd/unit for standard 18 note movement (not included  the tax in your side, and some difference for different type, different accessories optional and different countries)

2)Air , Pick up goods yourself.

 It will be a good choice if the Airport nearby and the order quantity is more than 3000pcs.The delivery cost will  be about 0.25usd/unit for standard 18 note movement (not include the tax in your side, and some difference for different item, different accessories optional and different countries)

3)Sea way For Big Quantity. Pick up goods yourself.

It will be a good choice if the Seaport nearby or you have your own forwarder. And if the order quantity more than 5000pcs, the delivery cost will  be only about 0.05usd/unit for standard 18 note movement (not include the tax in your side, and some difference for different item, different accessories optional and different countries)

 PLAYING MELODY, When You Wish Upon A Star

- Attention:

Our company reserves the right to update the products without prior notice, so please confirm with us before you place an order.

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Regarding 18 Note Music Box Mechanisms: Complete Guide to Standard, Mini & Deluxe Types

An 18-note music box mechanism is defined by its core sound-producing component—the music comb, which is fitted with 18 individual tine keys. As one of the most widely adopted musical movement categories in the industry, 18-note mechanisms are divided into three primary variants: Standard 18 Note, Mini 18 Note and Deluxe 18 Note. Below is a detailed breakdown of each type to support your music box product design and sourcing decisions.

A) Standard 18-Note Music Box Mechanism

The standard 18-note music box mechanism is the best-selling model across all 18-note variants, and delivers the highest cost-performance ratio among all music box movement specifications on the market.

Core Features

· Three drive options: Available in spring-wound (clockwork), hand-crank operated and electric motor-driven configurations.

· Universal core components: The music cylinder and music comb—the "soul" of the music box—are fully interchangeable across all three power types. This means all music tune libraries are universally shareable between standard 18-note movements regardless of drive system.

· Consistent mounting dimensions: All variants share nearly identical chassis sizes; most critically, the three mounting screw holes on the chassis are positioned with 100% uniformity, enabling seamless drop-in replacement.

· Scalable, consistent production: Leading manufacturers such as FEMELODY produce standard 18-note mechanisms using automated robotic equipment, ensuring exceptional product consistency, high production efficiency and large output capacity—all of which drive its outstanding value.

· Customizable accessories & finishes: Supports a wide range of optional add-ons including brake accessories and rotating brackets, as well as decorative finishes such as gold-plated 18-note movements.

Ideal Application

If you are developing a music box for market launch, the standard 18-note music box mechanism should be your primary selection, thanks to its versatility, reliability and cost efficiency.

2. Mini 18-Note Music Box Mechanism

The mini 18-note music box mechanism features a significantly more compact chassis while retaining the full 18-tine music comb. It is also offered in spring-wound, hand-crank and electric motor-driven versions.

Core Features

· Shorter play duration: Despite having 18 notes, the reduced cylinder size yields a shorter melody clip. A standard 18-note mechanism can play up to 20 seconds of music, while the mini 18-note version reaches a maximum of approximately 15 seconds. For spring-wound models, a fully wound mini mechanism runs for about 2 minutes, compared to 3 minutes for the standard 18-note version.

· Dedicated mould required: The music cylinder and comb of the mini 18-note mechanism are not compatible with the standard 18-note specification. While standard 18-note tune lists can be referenced for adaptation, new mould must be produced to manufacture mini-specific cylinders and combs.

· Higher manufacturing cost: The compact design increases production complexity, resulting in a unit cost nearly double that of the standard 18-note mechanism.

Ideal Application

The mini 18-note mechanism is a suitable choice for premium-priced, space-constrained music box designs where a small form factor is a core design requirement.

3. Deluxe 18-Note Music Box Mechanism

The deluxe 18-note music box mechanism's core advantage can be summed up simply: superior visual quality and craftsmanship.

Core Features

· Premium aesthetic finish: Features a polished surface with gold plating. Its music cylinder adopts the pin-inserted production process—a high-precision technique typically reserved for premium 30+ note music box movements.

· Standard mounting compatibility: Chassis dimensions and mounting screw hole positions are fully identical to those of the standard 18-note mechanism, allowing direct interchangeability in housing design.

· Independent tune development: Due to the pin-inserted cylinder construction, its tune library is not directly compatible with standard 18-note movements. Tunes must be re-developed from standard references, and play duration is slightly shorter than the standard 18-note version.

· Drive type: Currently only available in spring-wound configuration.

Ideal Application

This deluxe variant is recommended for high-end music box designs with transparent enclosures or exposed movements, where the mechanism itself forms part of the product's visual display and premium market positioning.