Kieninger Clock Movement with Bim Bam Chime - PS40

Kieninger Clock Movement with Bim Bam Chime - PS40

• Kieninger Clock Movement PS40
• Use: PS SERIES (TIME & STRIKE CABLE WIND):
• CABLE Driven
• Bim Bam Chime
• BPH: 4260
• Hand Shaft: 36 mm
• Pendulum: 80 cm
  
• Made in Germany
• Fast order processing and FREE ground shipping in the contiguous United States
  

What our Experts Think

• Premium Kieninger German engineering (PS40) – High-precision mechanical movement designed for durability, accuracy, and long-term reliability.
• Classic Bim Bam chime system – Traditional two-tone “bim-bam” sound for a warm, simple, and timeless acoustic character.
• Clear, rhythmic sound profile – Produces distinct alternating tones that are easy to hear and pleasantly balanced.
• Stable mechanical timekeeping – Engineered for consistent operation with minimal deviation over extended use.
• Smooth strike mechanism – Reliable and synchronized chime action for accurate hourly signaling.
• Ideal for traditional clock designs – Commonly used in wall, mantel, and heritage-style clocks.
• Quiet, refined internal mechanics – Reduced mechanical noise while maintaining strong chime clarity.
• Built for longevity – Durable construction intended for decades of dependable service with proper maintenance.

Q&A

Q: What is the Kieninger PS40 Clock Movement with Bim Bam Chime?
A: The Kieninger PS40 is a German-made, high-precision cable-driven mechanical clock movement designed for PS-series wall and floor clocks. It features a Bim Bam chime system, which strikes a simple two-tone “bim-bam” sound on a half-hour and hour cycle using a coil gong.

Q: What is the Bim Bam chime?
A: The Bim Bam chime is a traditional German-style half-hour striking system that produces alternating tones (“bim” and “bam”) on a coiled gong, giving a simple, classic sound compared to melodic triple chimes.

Q: What type of clocks use the PS40?
A: It is typically used in large wall or grandfather-style clocks that require a weight-driven cable movement with time, strike, and chime functions, designed for 8-day operation.

Q: Does it have night silence?
A: Yes. The PS40 includes automatic night shut-off (ANSO), which silences the strike and chime during nighttime hours, commonly between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Q: What are its key specifications?
A: It is a German-made movement with cable drive, approximately 7-day power reserve, 4260 beats per hour, an 80 cm pendulum length, and a 36 mm hand shaft, with hands not included.

Q: Why choose the PS40?
A: It is chosen for its reliability, simple and traditional Bim Bam sound, strong German engineering, and long service life in mechanical clock restorations and replacements.

Maintenance Tips

• Keep movement dust-free: avoid opening mechanism; use professional servicing for internal cleaning.
• Lubrication: apply high-quality clock oil every 3–5 years to ensure smooth gear operation.
• Bim Bam chime care: ensure full two-tone cycle (Bim-Bam) runs cleanly without interruption.
• Hammer & gong alignment: maintain correct striking balance for clear, even sound quality.
• Environmental protection: avoid humidity, heat, and vibration to preserve precision German movement.
• Regular winding: wind gently and consistently according to cycle to prevent mainspring stress.
• Level installation: ensure perfect leveling for accurate timekeeping and synchronized chime rhythm.
• Professional servicing: full overhaul recommended every 5–7 years for long-term reliability and chime clarity.