Philips Introduces At-Home 3D Printing for Spare Parts

2025-05-12 community

Eindhoven, Monday, 12 May 2025.
Philips enables consumers to 3D print spare parts at home, promoting sustainability by reducing waste and prolonging product life through a digital library of printable models.

Pioneering Consumer Repair Initiative

In a groundbreaking move launched on May 9, 2025, Philips has introduced ‘Fixables,’ a collaborative initiative with Prusa Research and LePub that enables consumers to 3D print replacement parts for their personal health products [1]. The program debuts with a focused pilot in the Czech Republic, though the digital platform remains accessible globally [2]. The initiative marks a significant shift in consumer electronics maintenance, with Philips becoming one of the first major manufacturers to officially support at-home 3D printing of replacement components [3].

Current Availability and Future Expansion

The program currently offers a 3mm comb attachment for the OneBlade shaver as its inaugural component, available for free download on Printables.com without requiring user registration [4][5]. Philips has confirmed plans to expand the range of available parts, with future releases expected to include components for the Lumea hair removal device and electric toothbrushes [6]. The company has implemented a public request system where consumers can submit suggestions for specific components they’d like to see added to the digital library [7].

Sustainability and Consumer Empowerment

According to Marcin Molin, head of personal health for the Central and Eastern Europe Region, this initiative represents a crucial step in ‘turning sustainable intention into sustainable action’ [8]. The program addresses growing consumer demand for repairability while potentially reducing waste and shipping costs associated with traditional spare parts distribution [9]. Users must adhere to recommended print settings to ensure optimal functionality of the replacement parts, maintaining product quality while embracing sustainable practices [10].

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