Kieninger Clock Movement with Westminster Chime - RK032

Kieninger Clock Movement with Westminster Chime - RK032

• Kieninger Clock Movement RK032
• Use: Grandfather Clock Movement
• CHAIN Driven
• Westminster Chime
• BPH: 3600
• Hand Shaft: 48 mm
• Pendulum: 116 cm
  
• Made in Germany
• Fast order processing and FREE ground shipping in the contiguous United States

What our Experts Think

• Iconic Westminster chime system – Features the classic, widely recognized melody for a traditional and elegant clock experience.
• German Kieninger precision engineering – Built for high accuracy, stable timing, and dependable long-term mechanical performance.
• Premium sound clarity – Delivers clear, layered chime tones with strong harmonic balance for refined acoustic output.
• Reliable strike mechanism – Smooth, synchronized hammer action ensures consistent and accurate chime progression.
• Luxury clock applications – Ideal for high-end wall, mantel, and grandfather clocks where classic Westminster sound is preferred.
• Low-noise mechanical design – Optimized for reduced internal friction and quieter operation without compromising chime richness.
• Professional restoration choice – Frequently selected by clockmakers for OEM-quality replacements and heritage restorations.
• Built for longevity – Durable components designed for decades of stable performance with proper servicing.

Q&A

Q: What is the Kieninger RK032 Clock Movement with Westminster Chime [ANSO]?
A: The Kieninger RK032 is a German-made, high-precision chain-driven Westminster chime clock movement designed for 8-day mechanical clocks, offering reliable timekeeping and classic chime performance.

Q: What does ANSO mean in RK032?
A: ANSO stands for Automatic Night Shut-Off, which automatically silences the Westminster chime during preset night hours (typically late evening to early morning) for quiet operation.

Q: What type of clocks use RK032?
A: It is used in grandfather and wall clocks that require a Westminster-only chime movement, typically with a pendulum-driven chain system and weight operation.

Q: What chime does RK032 have?
A: It features the Westminster chime only, played on an 8-rod gong system for a traditional, recognizable melody.

Maintenance Tips

• Keep movement dust-free: avoid opening the mechanism; use professional cleaning only.
• Lubrication schedule: apply high-grade clock oil every 3–5 years for smooth gear performance.
• Westminster chime care: ensure chime sequence runs fully without interruption or forcing selector.
• Hammer alignment: check proper striking balance for clear, evenly spaced Westminster melody.
• Environment control: avoid humidity, heat, and vibration to protect precision German engineering.
• Regular winding: wind consistently and gently based on cycle to prevent strain on mainspring.
• Level installation: ensure perfect leveling for accurate timing and synchronized chime performance.
• Professional servicing: full overhaul recommended every 5–7 years for long-term accuracy and sound quality.