Clips, knobs and covers
Small plastic pieces when the original has cracked, been lost or discontinued.
Give useful products a longer life
Custom 3D-printed replacement parts
Recreate hard-to-find plastic components through measurement, CAD adaptation and printing in an appropriate material.
- Input
- Original part, photos or dimensions
- Work
- Measurement and CAD if needed
- Suitability
- Assessed for each application
When a plastic component breaks or is no longer sold, 3D printing can be a practical alternative. We identify its function, mating features and operating environment before rebuilding or adapting the geometry. The goal is sound fit and function, not an uncritical copy of an old part.
Parts that can often be recreated
Brackets and adapters
Parts that connect existing products or need to fit a new component.
Workshop and machine parts
Guards, holders and other non-safety-critical components in small quantities.
Function matters more than an exact copy
An old part may be worn, deformed or poorly designed. We need to understand which surfaces control the fit and why the original failed.
Safety-critical, pressurized or certified components require special assessment and are not always suitable for printing. We make those limitations clear before work begins.
- Record where and how the original failed
- Measure mating parts, not only the broken part
- Describe heat, UV, chemicals and loading
How a replacement part is developed
- 01
Assess function and risk
We review photos, the original part and its environment to judge suitability.
- 02
Measure and model
Geometry is measured, scanned or rebuilt in CAD around important interfaces.
- 03
Test fit and refine
A first part can be fitted and adjusted before further pieces are produced.
Input for a replacement-part assessment
Overview photos and close-ups with a ruler or another known dimension are especially useful.
- Photos from several angles
- Original part if available
- Dimensions of mating features
- Description of function
- Cause of failure or wear
- Environment, loads and quantity
Replacement-part questions
Do I need a CAD file?
No. The original part, clear photos and measurements may be enough for an initial assessment. If a model must be built from scratch, we scope that CAD work in the quote.
Will the new part be identical to the original?
Not always. Material, finish and manufacturing process may differ. We focus on fit and function and can sometimes improve a weak detail.
Can a broken part be measured?
Yes, if enough geometry remains. Symmetry, mating components and known dimensions can help reconstruct the intended shape.
Can every replacement part be printed?
No. Safety-critical, pressurized, medical or certified parts need special documentation and verification. We assess suitability before starting.
Can you make just one?
Yes. Single replacement parts are a common application, especially when the original is no longer available.
Which material will be used?
Material is selected for temperature, UV, chemicals, loads and flexibility. Photos and a description of use help us recommend an option.
Services often involved
Show us the part you need
Attach photos and describe its function. We will assess whether it can be recreated and what is involved.
Request a quote