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Benefit from our network of 250 manufacturing partners to access instantly available capacity. Our manufacturing partners are both local and overseas.
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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.
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
2 grades available
Engineering plastic, high performance applications, flame retardant.
Resin
11 resins available
High detail and smooth surface, injection mold-like prototyping.
Stainless Steel 316
1 grade available
High strength and stiffness, good detail.
ABS
3 types 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 85A-95A
Rubber-like material, suitable for tubes, grips, seals and gaskets.
Aluminum AlSiMg10
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
“Good printer, well packaged, quick delivery. Recommended.”
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Kevin, Oldham
Standard ABS, FDM
“I have no prior experience with 3D printed objects, but as far as I can tell this is a very clean print. The plastic is nice and flexible so it's not likely to snap under general use.”
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Dylan, Wigan
Standard ABS, FDM
“Thank you for the super quick service and response. ”
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constandino, Manchester
Standard PETG, 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
“Very good service, parts were well printed and consistent.”
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HWProd
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent communication and very easy to deal with. Thank you”
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Shoaib, Birmingham
Standard ASA, FDM
“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
“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
“This is my second order from this company and everything could not have been easier, communications were fast and the finished product was spot on. Will not hesitate to use them again.”
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Andrew, Northwich
Standard ABS, 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, print quality and communication. Will be ordering again. ”
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Mark, Oldham
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Brilliant . Many thanks Will share this with the Pebble community”
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robert, STALYBRIDGE
Standard TPU, 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
“Very happy with price, speed and delivery.”
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Simon, BIRMINGHAM
Carbon filled Nylon, FDM
“Thanks for an excellent service Felix! Very happy :)”
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Jim, Dukinfield
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Unreal quality for a wax print, must use again.”
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Sam, Wolverhampton
Castable resin, SLA/DLP
“Excelent comunication, great quality, great value. Very fast”
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Aidas, Halesowen
Standard PETG, FDM
“Print perfect first time. Really pleased, did the job perfectally”
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Daniel, Mansfield
Standard ABS, FDM
“perfect as normal, great service. thanks ”
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darren
Standard PLA, FDM
“These guys are VERY good, service was quick, they understood my needs and clearly care about what they are doing. Print quality was the best I have seen, I will not be going anywhere else! If you want great service and high quality then talk to this great group of people.”
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Steve, Derby
Standard ABS, FDM
“Fast turn around, great print, couldn't ask for better service”
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Christopher, Liverpool
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“No issues at all and a speedy service, pleasure dealing with”
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Gareth, Swanwick
Standard PLA, FDM
“Super quick delivery and amazing quality! ”
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Arthur, Birmingham
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“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
“The piece was perfect, exactly as I expected”
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Javier, Stockport
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
“Absolutely spot on! Will be using this again! ”
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Martyn, Stoke-on-Trent
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent Service and very high quality parts will defiantly be using them again. ”
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Jonathan, Chorley
Standard 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
“Absolutely fab service. Item ready 4hrs faster than quoted.”
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Stephen, Liverpool
Standard ABS, 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
“Quick printing time, good quality product. No Issues”
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Michael, Long Eaton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great print and very speedy production and delivery.”
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Andrew, Warrington
Standard ABS, 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 quality, fast turnaround. Thank you :)”
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Nick, LEEDS
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“On time, design as expected. Many thanks!”
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Reece, Manchester
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great service yet again, will certainly use them in the future”
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Chris, HUDDERSFIELD
Standard PLA, FDM
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