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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 4.9/5
Over 1,517 customers in Chicago satisfied with our local 3D printing service.
“The parts arrived quickly and of good quality!”
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Samuel, Fort Wayne
Standard ABS, FDM
“Turned out exactly how I wanted it to. Thank you.”
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Kemal, HOLLAND
Standard Nylon, SLS
“I keep coming back, this is a printer you can trust. Prices are very reasonably. Looking to use them in the future, professionally in my prototyping needs. ”
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Joshua, Lansing
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great quality print. Will use again for sure.”
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Collin, Plymouth
Standard ABS, FDM
“Parts are great, they work very well. My sound bar is now casting sound to ear level in our living room. ”
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Dennis, Dexter
Carbon filled Nylon, FDM
“Great pieces, quick turnaround, highly recommended.”
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Jeff, Chicago
Standard ABS, 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
“Great! A lot of professional communication. Smooth process. Everything as expected. I would love to work with them again!”
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Trent, Belvidere
Standard ABS, FDM
“Another fine job. Perfectly printed and delivered quickly. Thank you. ”
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Peter, Dayton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent quality print that arrived faster than expected.”
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Carl, North Chicago
Standard ABS, FDM
“Could not have asked for a better 3D hubs experience. ”
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Brad, Ypsilanti
FDM
“Excellent provider, extremely communicative and helpful!”
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Drew, Fort Wayne
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great communication; fast shipping; answered all questions and products looked great. Highly recommend!”
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Romi, Farmington Hills
Standard TPU, FDM
“this is my first 3D printing job. Very pleased with the service so far!”
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Dmitriy, Royal Oak
Standard ASA, FDM
“Wonderful service and extremely convenient. The staff were very helpful.”
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Logan, Urbana
Standard PLA, 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
“Dwayne responded extremely quickly to some initial questions I had. I ordered and the turn-around time was remarkable.”
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Alan, Ann Arbor
Standard TPU, FDM
“Great work, excellent quality. Will definitely request more prints. ”
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Frank, Chicago
Fiberglass reinforced Nylon, FDM
“Absolutely awesome job. Great communication, high print quality, and super fast shipping. Thanks David!!!!!!!”
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Marcin, SCHAUMBURG
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent production and service. Parts look outstanding. Looking forward to future business!”
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james, FRANKFORT
Standard Nylon, SLS
“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
“This is my first time requesting any type of 3d printing. I will extremely pleased with the communication, speed of service and the print quality of my order and parts requested. Will definitely use this service again....when needed.”
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Ryan, Oshkosh
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very happy with the product and the service”
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Israel, Highland Park
Standard PLA, FDM
“Print quality is great, and shipped quickly, thank you!”
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Rich, Arlington Heights
Standard PLA, FDM
“Awesome. Really happy with my first 3D print”
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Tim, Arlington Heights
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great quality prints and communications. Overall great service!”
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Mihira, Addison
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“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
“Very happy with speed and quality of the print. ”
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Robert, South Bend
Standard PETG, FDM
“Great communication. Good looking parts.”
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Joseph, Milwaukee
Standard TPU, SLS
“Very nice part. The bed side finish is very nice. I hope to order more parts soon. ”
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Dean, New London
Standard PLA, 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
“Great experience! Prompt response to any questions and very knowledgeable! Easy to work with and will definitely use again!”
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Kevin, Mishawaka
Standard TPU, 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
“fast, quick and exactly as requested. thanks”
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Tony, Naperville
Standard TPU, FDM
“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
“I was very happy with the parts, These were Prototypes and we found a dimension problem with our print because the parts were exactly what we ordered. This was a perfect prototype run, Proof of concept verified and part file was tested out.”
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Wes, Martinsville
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very good communication, extremely fast turnaround.”
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Daniel, Indianapolis
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great Experience, fast print and delivery, would work with anytime.”
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Ryan, Milwaukee
Standard PLA, FDM
“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
“Great response time and worked with me for shipping ”
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Joe, Bourbonnais
Standard ABS, FDM
“Prompt and friendly communication. Prints arrived as expected and ahead of schedule”
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Martin, Indianapolis
Standard PLA, FDM
“Would be very pleased to work with this provider again.”
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Adrian, South Milwaukee
Standard Nylon, SLS
“Awesome provider. Submitted order on Tuesday, got the preview of my printed model on Wednesday, and received the print on Thursday. Excellent speed and good quality. ”
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Ming, Evanston
Standard Nylon, SLS
“Pieces came out just as I'd hoped. Quick turnaround time, too. ”
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Thaddeus, Bloomington
Metalfill PLA, FDM
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