Custom 3D printing · Northern Kentucky
Practical parts that fit.
Work directly with Kevin in Independence, Kentucky, to make a hard-to-find replacement part, a custom mount, a prototype, or a small batch.
No 3D model? Describe the part and what it needs to do. Mention any photos, measurements, or samples you have.
Custom parts & design
What do you need made?
Replace a missing component, improve a fit, or test an idea. Start with what the part needs to do.
Hard-to-find replacements
Recreate discontinued covers, knobs, clips, and other plastic components when the original can be evaluated safely.
Explore replacement partsMounts, holders & organizers
Design around the measurements of your tool, device, drawer, or workspace.
Find a better fitPrototypes you can hold
Check fit, scale, and usability in the real world before investing in a larger production decision.
Explore prototypesFixtures & small batches
Make useful jigs, guides, and repeat parts without committing to tooling or large production minimums.
Discuss your quantityFrom measurement to model
Refine an existing file or explore a new design built around measured requirements and attachment points.
See what to measureBeyond in-house FDM
For qualified projects, Kevin can coordinate specialized manufacturing, review specifications, and inspect incoming parts.
Compare the two routesDealing with a broken bracket or clip? See how replacement projects begin.
One project lead. More options.
A manufacturing method that fits your project.
You don’t need to know which manufacturing method to ask for. Tell Kevin what the part needs to accomplish.
3D printed in Kevin’s shop
In-house FDM (filament) printing for functional plastic parts, prototypes, holders, and fixtures.
- Design review and material selection
- Production and inspection in Northern Kentucky
- Controlled revisions when fit or function needs work
Manufacturing coordinated by Kevin
For qualified work requiring finer detail, different material properties, complex nylon geometry, or a specialized process.
- Process comparison and quote coordination
- File preparation and specification review
- Incoming inspection before delivery
Kevin prints with FDM in-house. For suitable projects, he coordinates specialized processes with outside providers.
From “can this be made?” to a clear next step
From your idea to a finished part.
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Show what you need
Tell Kevin how the part will be used and how many you need. Attach your STL, STEP, or OBJ model if you have one.
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Review the requirements
Kevin evaluates fit, loads, heat, appearance, design work, and what could happen if the part fails.
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Choose a practical route
Define the design work, material, process, budget, and timing before committing to production.
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Make, inspect & refine
Review the result against the requirements. A fit check or test may reveal the need for a revision.
Ready to get started?
Include any dimensions you know and tell Kevin when you need the part.
Made with a repair mindset
Work directly with Kevin.
Kevin’s background in industrial machine repair shapes how he starts each project. He checks what the part needs to do and how it fits into the larger assembly.
Based in Independence, Kentucky, he combines hands-on FDM experience, 3D modeling, and practical testing. Whether the part is made in his shop or through a vetted provider, the work starts with understanding the problem.
Get to know Kevin- Years of FDM printing
- 8+
- Years working with 3D models
- 8+
- Years using Shapr3D
- 4+
- Years at Xavier University
- 14+
In-house FDM equipment
- Bambu Lab X1 Carbon
- Raise3D Pro2
- Creality CR-M4
- MakerGear M3
Rather make it yourself?
Learning to print your own parts?
Start with the beginner’s guide.
Follow the steps from digital model to sliced file, first layer, and finished print.
Read the Free Beginner GuidePrint It Practical: 3D Printing for Beginners
A 56-page digital guide with 15 chapters, printable project planners, and a fillable worksheet. Learn to set up your printer, choose materials, and troubleshoot prints when fit matters.
See what’s in the ebookCalibrate with a reason.
Use a symptom-first approach to separate mechanical setup, filament tuning, slicer choices, and fit compensation.
Open the calibration guideA few useful answers
Before you start.
Here’s what to expect when you ask Kevin about a part.
Can you help if I don’t have a 3D model?
Yes. Describe the part in the project form and mention any photos, sketches, measurements, or originals you have. Kevin can follow up for what he needs to assess fit, design work, and cost.
How much does a custom part cost?
Price depends on design work, size, material, quantity, production time, finishing, and any test revisions. Send your project details so Kevin can review the scope and prepare a quote.
How long will my project take?
Lead time depends on design, testing, materials, quantity, and scheduling. Outside manufacturing may add production and shipping time. Include your deadline; timing is confirmed for your project before production.
Do you make resin, nylon powder-bed, or metal parts in-house?
Kevin’s shop uses FDM filament printing. For suitable jobs, he can coordinate resin, powder-bed, metal, machining, or casting through an outside provider and inspect the parts before delivery.
Do I need to be in Northern Kentucky?
Kevin serves Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati from Independence, Kentucky. He can review suitable projects remotely and ship finished parts.
Can you make safety-critical or certified parts?
Kevin reviews these requests case by case. Parts involving personal safety, fuel, pressure, flame, high voltage, medical use, or certification may require qualified engineering review or a different manufacturing process. Share any applicable requirements before a project is accepted.
Let’s find the practical next step
Let’s take a look at your project.
Tell Kevin what the part needs to do and where it has to fit. He’ll review the project and explain what it would take to make it.
Start with what you have.
Bring whatever you have, whether it’s a rough sketch, an existing model, or a description of the part.
Request a Project ReviewProjects are reviewed for feasibility, safety, design permissions, budget, and scheduling before acceptance.