This is a simple, easy to build, three digit mechanical counter. We're using a stepper motor and an arduino to control the counter as well 3d printing all the necessary parts.
other things you need:
Arduino (I'm using a MEGA)
28BYJ-48 stepper Motor
10(1/8x3/4 machine screws) and two nuts
3/16 steel rod - 2 1/4
3/16 steel rod - 2 3/4
note: there are two different number wheels two of them have pegs and one doesn't. make sure that the to plate in installed correctly.