PlayStation Cartridge Shell
We keep getting asked about this one — the cartridge shell is one of those PlayStation parts that fails long before the rest of the unit is done. We've made this style of part before and can usually print yours without drama.
Broken part? We may be able to recreate it — ask us about this part.
- Estimated cost: $12 – $28
- Estimated print time: 2–3 hours
- Final pricing is confirmed by quote.
We keep getting asked about this one — the cartridge shell is one of those PlayStation parts that fails long before the rest of the unit is done. We've made this style of part before and can usually print yours without drama.
Why these break
Cartridge shells crack at the corners and screw posts. Heat cycling is the killer here: years of expanding and contracting work-hardens the plastic until a routine bump becomes the final straw.
How we reproduce them
These take a proper modelling pass: we measure the mounting points from your part, reinforce the known failure point, and verify fit with a test print before the final run.
We print these in ABS. ABS matches the look and feel of the factory plastic, takes a sanded or textured finish well, and handles everyday warmth without complaint.
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 | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Vehicle / equipment type | Retro console |
| Common failure mode | Cartridge shells crack at the corners and screw posts |
| Typical use case | Replacement part for retro console. |
Printing & reverse engineering
| Can print directly | Yes |
|---|---|
| Can scan from broken sample | Yes |
| Can redesign / improve | Yes |
| Recommended material | ABS |
| Alternative materials | PETG |
| Print technology | FDM |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Estimated print time | 2–3 hours |
| Estimated cost range | $12 – $28 |
| Expected lifespan | 4–6 years in normal use |
| 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.
