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Why engineers choose 3D Hubs for 3D printing in Chester
Instant quoting & DfM feedback
Build and edit your quote online. Review your parts for manufacturability and assess the cost of different materials, processes and lead times for your project in real time.
Readily available capacity
Benefit from our network of 250 manufacturing partners to access instantly available capacity. Our manufacturing partners are both local and overseas.
Quality & reliability
Dedicated 3D Hubs team to ensure your parts consistently meet your quality expectations. We also offer phone, email and chat support for any concerns or questions you may have.
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3D printing processes
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Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)
6 day lead time
SLS is used for both prototyping and small-batch production of functional plastic parts with good mechanical properties.
MultiJet Fusion (MJF)
6 day lead time
HP's Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) can be used for both prototyping and small-batch-production of functional plastic parts.
Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS)
10 day lead time
DMLS produces high performance, end-use metal 3D printed parts for industrial applications in the aerospace, automotive and medical industries.
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
4 day lead time
FDM is the most widely available 3D printing process, mainly used for low-cost prototyping and design verification with very fast turn around times.
Stereolithography (SLA)
4 day lead time
SLA is most suitable for visual applications where an injection mold-like, smooth surface finish, and a high level of feature detail are required.
Polyjet
9 day lead time
Polyjet produces parts of the highest dimensional accuracy with very smooth surface finish, used for visual prototypes.
3D printing materials
Below is a list of our standard 3D printing materials. To instantly compare material prices, upload your parts to our online platform.
Nylon
3 grades available
High strength and impact resistance. Used for functional prototypes.
PETG
3 colors available
Good for mechanical parts with high impact resistance and flexibility. Sterilizable.
PEI ULTEM 9085
6 infill options
Engineering plastic, high performance applications, flame retardant.
Resin
7 resins available
High detail and smooth surface, injection mold-like prototyping.
Stainless Steel
1 grade available
High strength and stiffness, good detail.
ABS
6 colors available
Commodity plastic, improved mechanical and thermal properties compared to PLA.
PLA
8 colors available
High stiffness, good detail, affordable. Good for low-cost & fast prototyping.
ASA
3 colors available
Good UV stability and high chemical resistance, preferred material for outdoor applications.
TPU
Shore hardness 60A-95A
Rubber-like material, suitable for tubes, grips, seals and gaskets.
Aluminum
1 grade available
Aluminum is a metal with good strength-to-weight ratio, high thermal and electrical conductivity, low density and natural weather resistance.
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Our 3D Printing service has been rated 4.92/5
Over 741 customers in Chester satisfied with our local 3D printing service.
“Great finish and printing, will order again soon!”
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Qamar, Wakefield
Standard Nylon, SLS
“Excellent print quality will be using again ”
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Jonathan, Tarleton
Standard ABS, FDM
“Once again brilliant prints, brilliant service and brilliant communication.”
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Matt, Bradford
Standard ABS, FDM
“5 star service. A minor issue with one of the parts was rapidly resolved at no extra cost.”
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Carl, Holmfirth
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great service and excellent communication. Highly recommended”
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Anthony, Cannock, Staffordshire
Standard ABS, FDM
“the quality is good and the delivery speed was pretty quick”
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Jung Hsuan, BIRMINGHAM
Standard TPU, FDM
“From printing to delivery, process was smooth and high quality. Thanks.”
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Trevor D., Dewsbury
Standard ABS, FDM
“Couldn't be happier, service and quality is brilliant.”
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Steven, Crewe
Standard PLA, FDM
“Kept me up to date on every step! The 3D prints have come out nicely!”
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John, Barnsley
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent communication and very easy to deal with. Thank you”
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Shoaib, Birmingham
Standard ASA, FDM
“Very responsive and helpful, would highly recommend.”
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Tom, Salford
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Very clear and good communication, parts were top notch. Will be using this site again”
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Richard, Wakefield
Standard PLA, FDM
“excellent parts they came out beautifully ”
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Matt, Preston
Tough resin (ABS-like), SLA/DLP
“Fast class service every time I use this service 2 part was a bit rough but I think that was down to the file not the service ”
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George, Ellesmere Port
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very pleased with my prototypes, and will defiantly use this service again. Rob Morris Engineering & Compliance Manager Elmec Solutions”
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Robert, Heanor
Standard ABS, FDM
“Many thanks very happy with item will use again.”
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Simon, Bradford
Standard ABS, FDM
“Quick turnaround without fuss, print of quality expected and safely shipped.”
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Carl, Sheffield
Standard PLA, FDM
“Perfect quality prints as always. Contacted me to ask permission to spend longer on my print job than usual so he could use it as a fine-tuning exercise to get a better finish, which I was fine with as I wasn't in a rush and resulted in a better quality outcome for me. Very friendly and impeccable quality every time.”
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Arron, Swadlincote
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent service through out. Great quality print and not a bad price for just a few small parts. Thank you would use again!”
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Stewart, Birmingham
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great service that was very fast. My 3d print looks great. Thanks a lot!”
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Carlo, Sheffield
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Great service and communication. Highly recommended !”
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Emil, Bangor
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great service, print quality and communication. Will be ordering again. ”
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Mark, Oldham
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“I did not expect the item to be delivered so quickly. I will definitely use this service again. thanks. :)”
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Mark, Walsall
Standard ABS, FDM
“Brilliant . Many thanks Will share this with the Pebble community”
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robert, STALYBRIDGE
Standard TPU, FDM
“Spot on service, really happy with the results”
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Danny, Oldham
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent service and print quality as ever but also a seriously quick turn around - turned up 4 days before the expected date! Very happy overall :)”
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Robin, Sheffield
Standard PLA, FDM
“Can't rate the service I received highly enough. Great communications, and a very speedy turn around. Will most definitely use this service again without hesitation. Thank you.”
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John, Burton-on-Trent
Standard PETG, FDM
“Thanks for an excellent service Felix! Very happy :)”
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Jim, Dukinfield
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Print perfect first time. Really pleased, did the job perfectally”
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Daniel, Mansfield
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent service. I'm very happy and will certainly be back for more : )”
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Geoffrey, Wolverhampton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Fantastic quality, clean part, well packaged and delivered quickly. Recommended and I'll be ordering parts again.”
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Thomas, Sheffield
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Excellent communication and service. Highly recommmended.”
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Nick, Bewdley
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent and swift service. Thank you! ”
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Husam, birmingham
Standard ABS, FDM
“No issues at all and a speedy service, pleasure dealing with”
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Gareth, Swanwick
Standard PLA, FDM
“As always great service, quick delivery and a perfect set of prints - Thanks!”
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Alexander, Bretby
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Simple to use service. A lot of material options to choose from. Quick turnaround. Received the item, it looks great. and its accurate as well. Very happy with the result. Highly recommended!”
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Virginijus, Sutton In Ashfield
Standard ABS, FDM
“Quality of the parts was great, good communication and prompt service. Would definitely use again for any future needs”
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Jason, Wigan
Standard ABS, FDM
“Really good quality print Item arrived the day that was estimated Quick response time and really helpful/flexible”
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Sam, stoke on trent
Standard ABS, FDM
“Products were printed after the Bank holiday, received and fitted. Deep gratitude”
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Aaron, Penygroes
Standard PLA, FDM
“very pleased, very quick turn around, very happy customer, thank you very much.”
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matthew, Birmingham
Castable resin, SLA/DLP
“Super Detailed prints. Blown away with quality. Cheers Guys”
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Ashley, Belper
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Quick, professional and good quality finish product. ”
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Joseph, Derby
Standard TPU, FDM
“Any kind of requests i made were done without any issues. Absolutely no problems and answered any queries i had asked. Will deffo use this this hub again should i need it”
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Junaid, Blackburn
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent service, suggestions & comms would reccomend.”
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sajid, Birmingham
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great print quality on the parts I ordered, no faults whatsoever.”
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Jonathan, Huddersfield
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great service, loved the quality of the parts, highly recommend.”
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Sandeep, Wolverhampton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Really quick service and I'm really pleased with the result. ”
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Matthew, Stockport
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great help and solved issues fast and effect. A+”
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Christopher, Stoke-On-Trent
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Great print! Project now complete and headset restored. Thanks again!”
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Darren, Blackpool
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great quality, fast turnaround. Thank you :)”
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Nick, LEEDS
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
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