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Philips debuts 3D printable components to repair products
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They make money on blade replacement cartridges. If the base unit lasts longer they still make more money in the long run from consumables. A lot like electric toothbrushes.
Source: I have this shaver and buy replacement blades a few times a year.
Yep they basically give the handle away for free anyway just to get you on the blades. Giving away accessories at no-cost-to-them is totally on brand. I doubt many other companies will do it, as accessories are usually moneymakers.
Avoids tariffs if you print them yourself
Where does the filament come from?
Uhhhh the filaments trees obviously
There's enough plastic around to recycle it... PLA, PETG, ABS... can all be shredded, crushed, and recycled.
I get mine from a filament spaghetti factory
Well that certainly makes a lot more sense now. I wasn't familiar with Philips shavers with replacement blades. 🙄