From a broken part to a repeatable build
Make the part. Measure twice.
A calm, practical workflow for turning a real replacement part into a CAD-ready and printer-aware build brief.
Start with dimensionsØ8
fit / form / function
Built for the question: “Is there an app, or how did you figure out how to make parts?”
Use Fusion or SolidWorks for the model, then use this brief to keep the physical checks honest.
The part brief
Start with what you can measure.
These values shape the build sequence. No CAD or printer connection is assumed.
The loop
Simple parts still deserve a real check.
- 01Measure the originalCapture diameter, height, hole depth, and the surfaces that actually touch.
- 02Model the intentUse named dimensions in Fusion or SolidWorks so the next revision is cheap.
- 03Print a testKeep the first test short and verify fit before committing to a full part.
A useful first print is evidence