{"product_id":"young-town-12888-silent-quartz-wall-clock-movement-diy-repair","title":"Young Town 12888 Silent Quartz Wall Clock Movement | DIY Repair","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eYoung Town 12888 Large Torque Silent Quartz Wall Clock Movement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your wall clock a new lease on life with the \u003cstrong\u003eYoung Town 12888 Quartz Clock Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e. Built around a \u003cstrong\u003eTaiwan Permatex high-torque motor\u003c\/strong\u003e, this mechanism delivers a smooth, silent 1-second sweep — no ticking, no noise — making it perfect for bedrooms, offices, and living spaces where quiet matters. Whether you're repairing a beloved timepiece or crafting a custom DIY clock from scratch, this precision movement is the reliable heart your project needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilent \/ Noiseless Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large-torque quartz motor runs without a ticking sound — ideal for quiet environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-Second Pulse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, accurate jump-second (I-axis) movement for precise timekeeping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Torque:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powers longer or heavier clock hands with ease, great for large-face DIY clocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaiwan Permatex Motor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trusted movement brand known for reliability and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm shaft — compatible with a wide range of clock hand sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRectangular Form Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact rectangular body fits most standard clock cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePointer Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analogue (hour, minute, second hand) configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEuropean Style Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suits vintage, classic, and modern European-style clock faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo High-Concern Chemicals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe construction materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY \u0026amp; Repair Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drop-in replacement for most quartz wall clock movements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12888\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement Brand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun Movement (Taiwan Permatex)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuartz, 1-second jump second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThread \/ Shaft Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRectangular\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePointer (Analogue)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEuropean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Mainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis movement is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClock hobbyists building custom or oversized DIY wall clocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone replacing a worn-out or noisy clock mechanism at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCraft and home décor enthusiasts creating unique timepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRepair shops looking for a reliable, high-torque quartz replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePair It With These Store Favourites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your clock project or home décor refresh with these popular picks:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/16-inch-vintage-silent-wall-clock-gold-shabby-chic-home-decor\"\u003e16-Inch Vintage Silent Wall Clock – Gold Shabby Chic Decor\u003c\/a\u003e — a beautiful finished clock using a silent quartz movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/18-pc-basswood-carving-blocks-whittling-wood-kit\"\u003e18 Pc Basswood Carving Blocks – Whittling Wood Kit for Carvers\u003c\/a\u003e — craft a custom wooden clock face to pair with your new movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/large-capacity-pencil-pen-bag-zipper-fabric-stationery-organizer\"\u003eLarge Capacity Pencil Pen Bag – Zipper Fabric Stationery Organizer\u003c\/a\u003e — keep your small clock parts, tools, and hands neatly organised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/eye-face-protection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on eye and face protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What clock hand sizes does the Young Town 12888 quartz movement support?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The Young Town 12888 features a 6mm threaded shaft and a high-torque motor, which means it can drive longer and heavier clock hands than standard movements. It is compatible with most analogue clock hand sets sold for DIY and repair purposes. Always check the inner diameter of your clock hands against the 6mm shaft before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this movement truly silent — will I hear ticking?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The Young Town 12888 uses a noiseless, large-torque quartz motor paired with a 1-second jump-second mechanism. Unlike traditional sweep or step motors, this movement operates without audible ticking, making it perfectly suited for bedrooms, home offices, and study areas where quiet is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can I use this movement to repair an existing wall clock?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Absolutely. The Young Town 12888 is designed as a direct drop-in replacement for most standard quartz wall clock movements. Simply remove the old movement from the clock case, attach the 12888 using the 6mm threaded shaft, reconnect your clock hands, insert a AA battery, and your clock is ready to run again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What battery does the Young Town 12888 quartz movement require?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The movement is powered by a single AA (1.5V) battery, which is the standard for the vast majority of quartz wall clock mechanisms. 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