Missing Partreverse engineering & 3D printing

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Broken part? I'll measure it, model it and print you a new one.

Replacement parts for appliances, furniture, cars, tools and anything else that snapped, wore out or is no longer sold. Reverse engineering and 3D printing in Brussels.

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A photo next to a ruler is enough to start. You get a price within 48 hours.

Technical drawing of a broken bracket being reconstructed The left half of a plastic bracket survives; the right half has snapped off along a jagged fracture. The missing half is redrawn in blue with its measurements: overall length 48.0 mm, height 13.0 mm, mounting hole 8.2 mm diameter and screw hole 3.5 mm diameter. 48.0 13.0 Ø 8.2 Ø 3.5 Dishwasher rack bracket Rev B, rebuilt from sample PETG Units: mm
What survived Where it broke What I rebuild
Quote
Within 48 hours
Typical turnaround
3–7 working days + 1–3 days post
Accuracy
±0.1–0.2 mm, test-fitted
Shipping
By bpost, return included

From broken piece to working part

You don't need a 3D file, a drawing or any technical knowledge. The broken part is the drawing.

  1. Send a photo

    Two or three photos next to a ruler or coin, plus the device's brand and model. Use the form or email.

  2. Get a fixed price

    Within 48 hours you know the price, the material and when it's ready. Nothing is made until you agree.

  3. Post the part

    Send the broken part with bpost to the address in your quote. It's measured and rebuilt in CAD, reinforced where it failed.

  4. Print, check, post back

    Printed, checked against the original, then posted back to you together with your original. Return shipping is included.

Parts I recreate

If it's made of plastic, fits in a shoebox and is no longer sold, or costs far too much to replace, it's usually a good candidate.

  • Household appliancesDishwasher rack wheels, washing machine knobs, fridge shelf clips, vacuum cleaner latches
  • Furniture & homeShelf supports, chair glides, cabinet hinges, curtain and blind parts
  • Car & bike interiorTrim clips, cup holder parts, glovebox latches, cover caps, bike mounts
  • Tools & gardenBattery latches, guards, handles, hose fittings, lawnmower wheels
  • Gears & mechanismsSpur gears, cams, pulleys, bushings and spacers
  • ElectronicsBattery covers, enclosures, buttons, remote control parts, camera mounts
  • Vintage & discontinuedParts for older devices, radios, toys and models that are no longer made
  • Workshop & businessJigs, fixtures, machine guards and one-off replacement parts
Close-up of an FDM 3D printer printing a part

Two ways to work together

Most people come with a broken part. Some already have a 3D file. Both are welcome.

Plastic and metal parts laid on their technical drawings
Main service

Broken part replacement (reverse engineering)

You post the broken part, or what's left of it. I work out the original shape, fix the weak point that made it fail, and print a new one that fits.

  • No drawing or 3D file needed
  • Missing pieces reconstructed from the mating part
  • Reinforced where the original broke
  • Optional STEP/STL file so you can reprint it later
How part replacement works
FDM 3D printer ready to print

3D printing from your file

Already have an STL, 3MF or STEP file? I check it, suggest a material and print it.

  • Single parts or small batches
  • File check and print advice included
  • PETG and PLA
3D printing details

Materials

I currently print in PETG and PLA. PETG is the default for replacement parts because it is tough and handles water and warmth. I'll recommend one in the quote.

MaterialGood forHeat resistanceNotes
PETGMost replacement parts: appliance parts, clips, brackets, gears, wheels≈ 70 °CTough, slightly flexible, water and detergent resistant
PLAPrototypes, indoor decorative parts, test fits≈ 55 °CPrecise and inexpensive, not for heat or outdoor use
 Heat values are approximate softening temperatures. Several colours are available per material, and black, white and grey are always in stock.

Prices

Every job gets a fixed quote before anything is made. These are typical prices so you know what to expect.

JobExamplesPrice
Simple replacement partKnob, cap, clip, spacer, footfrom €35
Medium replacement partBracket, hinge, wheel, gear, latch€60 – €120
Complex partSeveral mating features, threads, multi-part assemblieson quote
3D model onlySTEP/STL file of your part, no printfrom €45
Printing from your filePer part, depends on size and materialfrom €15
Return shipping in Belgiumbpost, your new part and your originalincluded
 All-in prices: replacement-part prices include measuring, modelling, one test print, the final part and return shipping in Belgium.

Based in Brussels, working by post across Belgium

Everything happens by post, so it doesn't matter where you live. After you accept the quote, you send the broken part with bpost. It comes back with the new part, and return shipping is included. Live in Brussels? Dropping off and collecting your part can be arranged case by case, depending on availability. Just ask when you request a quote.

Customers are welcome from all 19 Brussels communes, and from Leuven, Antwerp, Ghent, Liège, Namur and everywhere in between.

  • Anderlecht
  • Auderghem
  • Berchem-Sainte-Agathe
  • Brussels City
  • Etterbeek
  • Evere
  • Forest
  • Ganshoren
  • Ixelles
  • Jette
  • Koekelberg
  • Molenbeek-Saint-Jean
  • Saint-Gilles
  • Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
  • Schaerbeek
  • Uccle
  • Watermael-Boitsfort
  • Woluwe-Saint-Lambert
  • Woluwe-Saint-Pierre

Questions people ask

Can you make a replacement for a broken plastic part?

Yes. That's the main thing I do. The broken part is measured with calipers and gauges, rebuilt as a 3D model in CAD, and printed in a material suited to how the part is used. Typical examples are appliance knobs, clips, hinges, brackets, gears, wheels, caps and covers, including parts that are no longer sold.

What do I need to send for a quote?

Send two or three clear photos of the part next to a ruler or coin, all broken pieces if you still have them, the brand and model number of the device, and a sentence about what the part does. You get a price and lead time within 48 hours.

Do I need to give you the original part?

For parts that must fit precisely, yes: after you accept the quote, you post it with bpost and it comes back with the new part. Simple shapes such as spacers, caps or feet can often be made from photos with measurements.

How much does a replacement part cost?

Simple parts start at €35 including measuring, modelling and printing. Most household parts cost between €40 and €120. Printing from your own 3D file starts at €15. Return shipping in Belgium is included and you always get a fixed quote first.

How long does it take?

Most replacement parts are ready in 3 to 7 working days after the part arrives, plus 1 to 3 days for bpost delivery. Printing from a ready-made file usually takes 1 to 3 working days. Ask about faster options if the part is urgent.

How accurate are the printed parts?

Typical accuracy is ±0.1 to 0.2 mm. Each part is test-fitted against the original or its mating part where possible. If a part doesn't fit, one adjustment and reprint is included.

Will a 3D printed part be as strong as the original?

Often stronger. The original usually broke at a weak point, so the new version can be thickened there and printed in tough PETG, oriented so the layers take the load.

Which parts can you not make?

Safety-critical parts are refused: brake, steering or seatbelt components, child seats, climbing gear, gas or pressure fittings and medical devices. Parts that get hotter than about 70 °C (near heating elements or on a car dashboard in summer) and parts for long-term food contact are also not suitable.

Can I get the 3D file of my part?

Yes. The CAD model can be delivered as STEP and STL so you can reprint the part later.

Where are you located and how do I get my part?

I'm based in Brussels and work by post, so customers anywhere in Belgium are welcome. You send the broken part by bpost; the new part comes back by bpost with your original, return shipping included. In Brussels, drop-off and collection can be arranged case by case, depending on availability.

Which languages do you speak?

English, French and Dutch.

Get a quote for your part

Describe the part and add photos if you can. You'll get a price, material and lead time within 48 hours. No obligation.

  • Emailhello@missingpart.be
  • Sending your partBy bpost, to the address in your quote
    Return shipping in Belgium included
  • In BrusselsDrop-off and collection on request, depending on availability

Put a ruler or coin next to the part. JPG, PNG, STL, 3MF or STEP, up to 4 MB in total (photos are shrunk automatically).