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Why engineers choose 3D Hubs for 3D printing in Chicago
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 4.9/5
Over 1,517 customers in Chicago satisfied with our local 3D printing service.
“Very helpful and fast! Also warns of possible errors before the print and gives helpful tips on how to improve part on your own.”
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Kaden, mt. calvary
Standard PLA, FDM
“Good resolution on a small print and quick turn around as usual.”
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Libby, Holland
Standard PLA, FDM
“I received exactly what I ordered, and every step of the process was well communicated. ”
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Amy, La Crosse
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great quality print. Will use again for sure.”
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Collin, Plymouth
Standard ABS, FDM
“Good job, fast service, good communication.”
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Deb, Bloomingdale
Standard ABS, FDM
“Highly recommend !! Great Service overall. ”
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Bena, Chesterton
Standard PLA, FDM
“This material (PA-12) is better than ABS. The part fit, and didn't break this time. Thank you!”
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John, Dubuque
Standard Nylon, SLS
“Timely updates on the project status. Parts turned out great! Highly satisfied.”
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Todd, Toledo
Standard ABS, FDM
“Got here faster than expected and split my two orders so I didn't have to pay extra shipping. Print quality was excellent as usual.”
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Vince, Dayton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Another fine job. Perfectly printed and delivered quickly. Thank you. ”
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Peter, Dayton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Super easy to work with, and had superb print quality. ”
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Adam, New Lenox
Standard PETG, FDM
“Excellent quality print that arrived faster than expected.”
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Carl, North Chicago
Standard ABS, FDM
“Extremely impressed with how the print turned out. Will definitely use again.”
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Lance, Iowa City
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great Transaction. Parts turned out as expected.”
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Joshua, Dexter
Standard PETG, FDM
“All parts were made and delivered as expected. 5 stars”
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Mike, Plymouth
Standard ABS, FDM
“Parts turned out great and were finished and arrived very quickly! Thank you! ”
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Austin, Oconomowoc
Standard PLA, FDM
“An excellent first experience with 3dHubs. Sean took great care to make sure my part was to spec and even worked with me to make sure it fit properly in its place. I am thrilled to have had such a great first print.”
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Carl, Mason
Standard ABS, FDM
“Superb product quality and service. Thank you!”
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Syed, Okemos
Standard ABS, FDM
“Wonderful service and extremely convenient. The staff were very helpful.”
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Logan, Urbana
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great Print and extremely fast turnaround.”
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Gregory, Chicago
Standard ASA, FDM
“ Went above and beyond the requested work for a very reasonable service fee. Would not hesitate to recommend or use again.”
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Abhi, Frankfort
Standard TPU, FDM
“Great work, excellent quality. Will definitely request more prints. ”
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Frank, Chicago
Fiberglass reinforced Nylon, FDM
“Good print quality and quick turn around time”
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Alex, Shorewood
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great service. Clear communication with prompt production and immediate shipment.”
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Tom, Oswego
Standard TPU, FDM
“Parts are in printed to specifications and service was prompt and dependable. Thanks ”
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Hugh, Crystal Lake
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very happy with the product and the service”
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Israel, Highland Park
Standard PLA, FDM
“Quality printing, quick, and great communication”
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Christian, Champaign
Standard PLA, FDM
“I am satisfied with the quality of my parts and they arrived on time.”
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Justin, Ann Arbor
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent job, the print turned out perfect and all the puzzle pieces fit together like a charm!”
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Genesis, DEARBORN HTS
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great print, parts fit together very well and look nice. Thanks!”
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Aaron, Bluffton
Standard PLA, FDM
“All around great! Will in the future be getting more prints from this printer. ”
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Arthur, Chicago
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very happy with speed and quality of the print. ”
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Robert, South Bend
Standard PETG, FDM
“Good prints, flexible on order, and fast parts to my door.”
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Jade, Concord
Standard TPU, FDM
“I couldn't be happier with my order. Despite only making a small order, I was still given top-notch service that exceeded all expectations. Communication and speed were great. Thanks again!”
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David, Beverly Hills
Standard TPU, FDM
“Everything came back perfect! Great experience!”
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Ryan, Noblesville
Standard ABS, FDM
“Quick turnaround, good packaging, nice looking parts. ”
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Joshua, North Liberty
Standard ABS, FDM
“Fast communication and fast prints with good quality.”
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brendan, Dearborn
Standard PETG, FDM
“Great service, pieces are printed and shipped very quickly.”
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Matteo, Chicago
Transparent resin, Material Jetting
“I had a fairly large and complex order and everything was delivered as expected with great prints.”
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Robert, Carpentersville
Standard PETG, FDM
“Awesome service and great help with technical issues!”
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Thomas, Lebanon
FDM
“I got my prints by the given date. They look good. Thanks! ”
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Rich, Sterling
Castable resin, SLA/DLP
“Very responsive and easy to work with. Quick turnaround from part submission to production completion.”
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Yoshi, Grand Rapids
Standard PLA, FDM
“wow. the parts were way better than expected. Thanks!”
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Eric, Grand Haven
Standard ABS, FDM
“An overall fantastic experience from design discussions to quality parts in hand!”
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Ryan, Fort Wayne
Standard TPU, SLS
“This was my first print, and while I'll improve on the modeling next time, the parts I ordered turned out exactly as modeled and ordered. Very happy with the communications (including the jpgs of the finished parts) and the overall turnaround.”
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Keith, Glendale
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very good prints with fast turn-around time. Highly recommended!”
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Thomas, Troy
Standard PETG, FDM
“Great response time and worked with me for shipping ”
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Joe, Bourbonnais
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great print! Speedy delivery and great communication! 2 Thumbs up! ”
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Vince, Chicago
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very glad with how the print turned out. I received the parts much faster then I expected to.”
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Kevin, Naperville
Standard TPU, FDM
“There was a slight flaw in my design that resulted in a small ring around one edge of the print that wasn't suppose to be there. They took the extra time to tweak the STL so it would not print the ring. My print was just a simple little adapter piece and the cosmetics didn't matter to me but it was great they made the effort to maximize the quality of the print. I will definitely be using them again for future prints.”
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Eric, Greenfield
Standard PLA, FDM
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