Reverse engineering services for broken and obsolete parts

When a part breaks, wears out or is no longer made, and there are no drawings to work from, our reverse engineering services get you back up and running. We capture the geometry, rebuild it as an editable CAD model and manufacture the replacement, all with one supplier.

  • Exact copies, or improved and stronger versions
  • Replacements in plastic or metal, from one-offs to batches
  • You keep the CAD file for future orders

Need a new part designed from scratch? See our CAD design services.

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How it works

Our reverse engineering process

Five clear steps from your old part to a working replacement.

3D printed replacement part

Step 01

Assess the part

Send photos and a description first. We'll confirm it's a good fit, and whether to copy it or improve it.

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Step 02

Capture the geometry

3D scanning records complex surfaces, while precision measurement keeps critical features exact.

3D CAD model on screen during prototype development

Step 03

Scan to CAD

We turn scan data into a clean, parametric Fusion 360 model that's easy to edit and make from.

Strengthened SLS replacement bracket

Step 04 (optional)

Improve the design

We can strengthen weak sections or change the material, so the replacement outlasts the original.

Batch of SLS printed replacement parts

Step 05

Manufacture

SLS Nylon 12, SLA resin or CNC machined metal, as a single part or a production batch.

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Obsolete and hard-to-find parts

Recreate parts that are no longer made

A single broken bracket or knob can take an expensive machine out of service. Rather than replace the whole assembly, we recreate the part from the original, even when it's broken. Common examples include:

  • Plastic housings, covers and enclosures
  • Brackets, clips, mounts and fixings
  • Gears, cams, knobs and handles
  • Classic car and motorsport trim and interior parts
  • Parts for legacy equipment where the tooling no longer exists

Who we help

Keeping equipment running across industries

Manufacturers

Replacement parts for production lines and legacy machinery, without waiting on the original supplier.

Maintenance teams

Replacements for worn or broken parts that get equipment back in service and cut downtime.

Restorers and enthusiasts

Trim, interior and mechanical parts for classic cars, motorsport and vintage equipment.

Product owners

Legacy designs captured in CAD and brought up to date for modern manufacturing.

Why reverse engineer with Fuseworx

One supplier, start to finish

We capture the part, create the CAD model and make the replacement, so nothing gets lost between suppliers.

You own the data

You keep a reusable CAD file, so ordering the next replacement is simple.

No tooling costs

3D printing makes one-off replacements affordable, with no mould to pay for.

Plastic and metal

In-house 3D printing plus CNC machining through Silvey Engineering, matched to each part.

Start your project

Get a quote for reverse engineering

Send us photos of the part and a short description of what it does. We'll tell you if it's a good fit before you post anything.

What happens next

  1. We review your photos and description.
  2. You post, courier or drop the part in to us.
  3. You get a clear quote, then your new parts with your original returned safely.

Based in Arlingham, Gloucestershire, supporting customers across the UK.

Tell us about your part

Fill in the form and attach any photos. We'll get back to you with advice and a quote.