Part Reproduction
Don't let a hard-to-find replacement part keep you from finishing your project. PartForge 3D can help create a reproduction part to replace old, weathered, worn, or broken plastic and metal parts.
Our in-house production utilizes FDM 3D printing for single parts as big as 400mm x 300mm x 300mm (15.75in x 11.8in x 11.8in). If your part is larger, it may be able to be printed as multiple parts and assembled to make the whole part. Alternatively, we can coordinate printing from one of our trusted manufacturers with larger capacities.
Through our trusted manufactures, we have access to the full inventory of production methods for plastic and metal parts. This means we can help with traditional machining, injection molding, and casting in addition to modern additive manufacturing.
Most parts we deliver to you will be unfinished and will require finishing once you receive them. This may include sanding, trimming, and painting if desired. Please be sure to indicate in your quote request if you require any specific finishing on your part.
This process requires that you send in the original part which will be returned to you at the same time as your reproduction part. While in our care, your original part will be well looked after and cataloged to your project.
Things to consider
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How big is my part?
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What type of surface finish do I need?
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Is my part decorative or functional?
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Is my part subject to the outdoor elements, high heat, or cold?
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What types of chemicals or fluids is my part exposed to?
What can you reproduce?
Emblems and Badging
Automotive emblems to replace worn or broken originals.
Transparent Lenses
Lenses are often broken and hard to find.
Brackets and Fasteners
Brackets are often damaged in the removal process but we may reproduce them.
Cushions and Grommets
TPU can be used for flexible and elastic parts. Casting is also worth considering.
Bezels and Inlays
Items all around us have plastic and metal bezels that can be reproduced.
And more...
Our reproduction process
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After you accept your quote, send us the part you would like reproduced.
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The final 3D model is prepared for the printing process.
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Using a 3D scanner, we create a digital model of the part.
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The model is printed and checked for a quality outcome.
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We digitally repair the part, if needed, using 3D modeling tools.
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Your original part and the newly printed part are shipped promptly to you.
* Above is a typical representation of the process. Your project will differ depending on the details of your project.