Paslode Depth Adjustment Knob
We keep getting asked about this one — the depth adjustment knob is one of those Paslode parts that fails long before the rest of the unit is done. With your sample on the bench this is a realistic reproduction job.
We keep getting asked about this one — the depth adjustment knob is one of those Paslode parts that fails long before the rest of the unit is done. With your sample on the bench this is a realistic reproduction job.
Why these break
Adjustment knobs crack at the insert. The factory part is made from styrene-based plastic that loses its plasticisers over the years. It gets glassy, then one warm day it lets go under a load it used to handle easily.
How we reproduce them
This is a quick job on our end — we take dimensions from your old part, adjust for print tolerances, and run a small batch so you have spares for next time.
We print these in PETG-CF. Carbon-fibre PETG is noticeably stiffer than the stock plastic, so the part holds its shape under clamping force instead of slowly creeping loose.
As with everything in our library: whether a part can be reproduced depends on size, load, heat, material, and having a decent sample to work from. Send photos first — the assessment costs you nothing, and we'll tell you honestly if a genuine spare is the better option.
Part details
| Manufacturer | Paslode |
|---|---|
| Vehicle / equipment type | Power tool |
| Common failure mode | Adjustment knobs crack at the insert |
| Typical use case | Direct replacement for the original depth adjustment knob on the Paslode. |
Printing & reverse engineering
| Can print directly | No |
|---|---|
| Can scan from broken sample | Yes |
| Can redesign / improve | Yes |
| Recommended material | PETG-CF |
| Alternative materials | Nylon |
| Print technology | FDM |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Estimated print time | 1–2 hours |
| Estimated cost range | $12 – $28 |
| Expected lifespan | 5+ years |
| Outdoor suitable | No |
| Heat resistant | No |
| Load bearing | Depends |
| Requires post-processing | No |
Ask us about this part
Many plastic parts can be recreated, repaired, redesigned, or printed, depending on size, load, heat, material, and available samples.
