Gasmate Lantern Base
A broken lantern base shouldn't sideline otherwise good Gasmate equipment, and with a decent sample to work from it usually doesn't have to. We've made this style of part before and can usually print yours without drama.
A broken lantern base shouldn't sideline otherwise good Gasmate equipment, and with a decent sample to work from it usually doesn't have to. We've made this style of part before and can usually print yours without drama.
Why these break
Lantern bases crack when dropped in the dark. The factory part is made from plastic that loses its plasticisers over the years. It gets glassy, then one day it lets go under a load it used to handle easily.
How we reproduce them
We model these in CAD from your sample, print a test-fit first, then run the final part once the fit is confirmed. Expect a few days end to end.
We print these in ASA. ASA is the UV-stable cousin of ABS — it holds its colour and strength through years of Australian sun where the original plastic went chalky and brittle.
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 | Gasmate |
|---|---|
| Vehicle / equipment type | Camping gear |
| Common failure mode | Lantern bases crack when dropped in the dark |
| Typical use case | Replacement part for camping gear. |
Printing & reverse engineering
| Can print directly | Yes |
|---|---|
| Can scan from broken sample | Yes |
| Can redesign / improve | Yes |
| Recommended material | ASA |
| Alternative materials | PETG |
| Print technology | FDM |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Estimated print time | 1–2 hours |
| Estimated cost range | $12 – $28 |
| Expected lifespan | 3–5 years in full sun, longer under cover |
| Outdoor suitable | Yes |
| 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.
