I will do effective reverse engineering cad, scan to step, stl to editable 3d model


About this gig
Have a physical part, 3D scan, STL, mesh, photo, or technical drawing but no usable CAD model?
I can reverse engineer your existing part and rebuild it into a clean, editable 3D CAD model suitable for modification, prototyping, CNC machining, 3D printing, or further manufacturing development.
I specialize in reverse engineering, scan-to-CAD, STL-to-STEP conversion, mesh-to-CAD, physical part reconstruction, mechanical part modeling, and CAD conversion.
My services include:
Physical part reverse engineering
3D scan to CAD
STL to STEP conversion
Mesh to editable CAD
OBJ/PLY scan reconstruction
Mechanical part reconstruction
Drawing to 3D CAD
Photo and measurement-based modeling
Legacy part redesign
Replacement part CAD
CAD modification and conversion
Manufacturing-ready 3D modeling
I can work from 3D scans, STL/OBJ files, mesh data, technical drawings, photographs with measurements, or existing CAD files.
Common deliverables include STEP, STL, SLDPRT, IGES, DWG and other formats based on your requirements. Contact me for more discussion.
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Get to know Ralph Bohm
Product Designer 3D CAD Modeling, Prototyping Manufacturing Design
- FromGermany
- Member sinceSep 2026
- Avg. response time9 hours
Languages
English, German, French, Dutch, Hebrew
FAQ
What can you reverse engineer?
I can work with many mechanical products and components, including brackets, housings, covers, handles, mounts, machine parts, replacement components, and similar physical products.
Can you convert my STL or 3D scan into editable CAD?
Yes. I can reconstruct suitable geometry from STL, OBJ, mesh, point-cloud or 3D-scan data and create an editable CAD model when the source data supports it.
Can you work from photographs or measurements?
Yes. Clear photographs combined with accurate measurements, sketches, or drawings can be used as references for reconstruction.
Can the reconstructed CAD be used for CNC or 3D printing?
Yes. I can prepare the geometry for 3D printing, CNC machining, prototyping, or further manufacturing, depending on the part and available reference information.
How accurate will the reverse-engineered model be?
Accuracy depends on the quality and completeness of the reference data. For precision work, provide a good-quality scan or accurate physical measurements so the CAD can be rebuilt to the required dimensions.

