The Challenge

A Ring security camera became unusable after its original mounting base suffered a significant structural failure, with a large section of the plastic housing breaking away. These components are often under constant mechanical stress from the camera's weight and positioning, yet manufacturers rarely sell individual replacement mounting hardware, often leaving the consumer with a broken, albeit functional, electronic device.

The Solution

The original base was reverse-engineered to create a more durable replacement that maintains all original mounting functionality. We designed an assembly modeled in Fusion 360 to replicate the proprietary twist-lock mechanism that secures the base to the camera body.

The replacement was printed in a high-density, grey SLA resin to ensure the fine tolerances required for the locking tabs were met with high precision. To address the weakness of the original design, the internal mounting point for the threaded tripod nut was reinforced, ensuring the camera remains stable and secure during use.

Key Features

Application: Functional mechanical repair of consumer electronics.
Material: High-resolution SLA Resin for precision fitment.
Design Process: Reverse engineering of proprietary twist-lock geometry.
Compatibility: Fully compatible with standard Ring camera mounting systems.
Improvement: Reinforced stress points compared to the original injection-molded part.

The Result

By modeling and printing a custom replacement, the camera was restored to full service for a fraction of the cost of a new unit. This project highlights the "repair, don't replace" philosophy, using additive manufacturing to extend the lifecycle of household technology through targeted mechanical improvements.

Custom Replacement Base for Ring Camera