3D Printing · Pricing
3D Printing Cost Calculator
How much does a 3D print cost? Here are our real rates. Estimate a part below, then upload your file for the exact price.
Start from a typical part
Estimated print price
$20.00
Plus sales tax where it applies and the actual carrier shipping cost.
How the price is calculated
Material, per gram
| PETG | $0.09/g |
| PETG Matte | $0.09/g |
| ABS | $0.10/g |
| ASA | $0.13/g |
| TPU 95A | $0.16/g |
| PETG-CF | $0.18/g |
| TPU 90A | $0.18/g |
| PA6-CF | $0.30/g |
| PAHT-CF | $0.35/g |
Typical parts, one copy, standard turnaround
| Part | PETG Matte | ASA | PA6-CF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small clip or knob · ~8 g, 0.7 h | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| Phone stand / bracket · ~45 g, 2.5 h | $20.00 | $20.00 | $22.25 |
| Drone arm or mount set · ~90 g, 4.5 h | $20.00 | $23.45 | $38.75 |
| Electronics enclosure · ~180 g, 8 h | $33.20 | $40.40 | $71.00 |
| Rack mount (1U) · ~320 g, 14 h | $54.80 | $67.60 | $122.00 |
Estimates before shipping and tax. Your exact price comes from slicing your file and can be higher for long prints in expensive materials. Emergency next-day printing is ×1.75 (minimum $50).
Ways to lower the cost
- Order several copies at once — setup is charged once and copies share the print plate.
- Hollow out thick solid areas or use the standard strength setting unless the part carries load.
- Design to print flat with few overhangs, so fewer supports are needed.
- Prototype in PETG Matte, then switch to carbon-fiber nylon for the final part.
- See the design guide and the materials guide.
FAQ
How much does 3D printing cost?+
Most small functional parts cost $20–$40 with us; a bracket or enclosure in carbon-fiber nylon is often $40–$120. The price is a $5 setup fee plus the grams of material and the hours of printing, with a $20 minimum order.
Why is my exact quote different from the calculator?+
The calculator uses typical weights and times. Your quote comes from slicing your actual file with the settings for your material, including supports and infill. Expensive materials and very long prints also have a minimum price so we never print at a loss.
What makes a 3D print more expensive?+
Print time first, then material. Big solid parts, fine layer heights and lots of supports add hours; carbon-fiber and high-temperature nylons cost more per gram. Hollowing a part, laying it flat and avoiding overhangs bring the price down.
Is it cheaper to order more than one?+
Yes. The setup fee is charged once per order, and copies are laid out together on the print plate, so the price per part drops as quantity grows.
Does the price include shipping and tax?+
No. Shipping is the actual carrier cost for your address, shown before you pay. California sales tax is charged at your delivery address's rate; orders shipped out of state have no sales tax.