Kieninger Clock Movement with 9 Tube Tubular Chime - HTU 06

Kieninger Clock Movement  with 9 Tube Tubular Chime - HTU 06

• Kieninger Clock Movement HTU 06
• Use: Grandfather Clock Movement
• CABLE Driven
• Tubular Chime: 9 Tubes
• BPH: 3600
• Pendulum: 116 mm
• Hand Shaft: 56 cm
  
• Made in Germany
• Fast order processing and FREE ground shipping in the contiguous United States
• Hands are NOT included, Tubes not included, winding crank is not included

What our Experts Think

• Top-tier German HTU tubular bell engineering – The Kieninger HTU 06 is part of the brand’s most advanced movement class, designed specifically for large floor clocks requiring 9-tube tubular chime systems and high acoustic performance.
• 9-tube concert-grade chime system – Uses individually tuned tubular bells (instead of rods) to produce deep, resonant, cathedral-like tones for Westminster, St. Michael, and Whittington melodies.
• Heavy-duty 8-day cable-driven movement – Built for weekly winding cycles with stable torque delivery, maintaining consistent timekeeping and smooth chime operation in large grandfather clocks.
• Premium mechanical architecture – Features precision brass plates, bronze bushings, and high-grade escapement design engineered for long-term durability and reduced wear under continuous load.
• Automatic night shut-off (ANSO) – Integrated silent mode typically disables chimes between late evening and morning hours (around 10 PM–7:15 AM), improving residential usability.
• Maintaining power system – Keeps the movement running during winding so timekeeping remains stable without interruption or drift.
• Service & restoration standard – Widely used in high-end grandfather clocks from premium manufacturers due to its reliability, serviceability, and OEM-level German construction quality.

Q&A

Maintenance Tips

• Perfect leveling essential: Keep clock case precisely vertical for stable pendulum swing and accurate tubular chime resonance.
• Consistent winding routine: Wind every 7–8 days (8-day movement) to maintain steady power to the cable-driven system.
• Lubrication every 3–5 years: Use premium clock oil only; ensures smooth gear train and long-term precision.
• Protect tubular chimes (9-tube system): Keep tubes clean and dust-free to preserve deep, resonant tone quality.
• Suspension care: Ensure chime tubes hang freely on their nylon/brass suspension system for maximum resonance.
• Humidity control: Maintain dry, stable environment to prevent corrosion and protect brass/steel components.
• Chime system care (Westminster/St. Michael/Whittington): Check hammer alignment for clean strike and full harmonic output.
• Avoid overwinding: Stop at natural resistance—never force the key or crank.
• Professional servicing: Recommended every 5–7 years for full cleaning, regulation, and calibration.