HEN3DRIK
Educational brand and content platform by Hendrik Vogelpohl specializing in electroplating and electroforming on 3D-printed resin and FDM parts, teaching makers and cosplayers how to coat plastic prints with copper, gold, silver, and other metals.
- CEO / Founder
- Hendrik Vogelpohl
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $0
- Latest Round
- N/A (Self-funded)
Technology & Products
Key Products
YouTube tutorial series on electroplating 3D prints; electroforming and electroplating how-to guides; affiliate links to conductive copper paint, graphite paint, palladium electrolyte, gold electrolyte, and bright copper electrolyte; Buy Me a Coffee support channel.
Technological Advantage
Deep practical know-how in electroplating 3D printed surfaces (resin and FDM), including conductive primer application, bath chemistry, and multi-layer plating; strong social media following across YouTube, Instagram (145K followers), TikTok, and Threads.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Democratizes metal-finishing of 3D prints through accessible tutorials, affiliate product guides, and community education, enabling hobbyists and cosplayers to transform plastic prints into metal-coated showpieces without industrial equipment.
How They Differentiate
Sole focus on 3D print electroplating as a discipline; community-driven content with replicable DIY results; cross-platform presence reaching 145K+ on Instagram alone.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Hobbyist makers, cosplay prop builders, jewelry designers, FDM and resin 3D printing enthusiasts interested in post-processing metal finishes.
Industry Verticals
Consumer; Education; Arts & Crafts; Cosplay
Competitors
Adafruit (electroplating tutorials); Instructables community electroplating guides; general maker YouTube channels covering metal finishing
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Instagram: 145K followers; YouTube channel active; Buy Me a Coffee: 9 supporters; presence on TikTok and Threads
Major Milestones
2022: Launched HEN3DRIK brand on YouTube and Instagram; 2024: Electroplated C-3PO prop featured on Adafruit blog reaching broad maker audience; 2024: Grew Instagram to 145K followers