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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 4.88/5
Over 734 customers in Essen satisfied with our local 3D printing service.
“Very fast service, good quality printing. and fair prices and normal shipping costs”
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Koen, Culemborg
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very fast and good looking print. Easy communication. Fast delivery although it was the start of the holiday season. Thank you very much!”
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Till, Köln
Standard PLA, FDM
“Really quick and professional! Sehr schnell und sehr gute Qualität!”
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Elias, Düsseldorf
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very quick reaction and production, good communication, would recommend!”
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Tobias, Hilden
Standard ABS, FDM
“Even though parts were tiny and tricky they were printed very good and dimensional accuracy it awesome. Thanks for this very good result”
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Peter, Unna
Standard PLA, FDM
“I've ordered self designed Parts that were used as edge protection. We needed the parts soft and flexible so we ordered these in tpu. Parts arrived our site and were like we expected. would definitely order again.”
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Paul, Salzbergen
Standard TPU, FDM
“Fast delivery, efficient communication. I will definitely print again. ”
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irina, Maastricht
Standard ASA, FDM
“Perfect quality and fair price - highly recommendable! :)”
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Sebastian, Köln
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very fast and efficient. Will use this service next time without any doubt.”
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Yu, Eindhoven
Standard PETG, FDM
“Everything worked out very fast and without any problems. ”
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Sebastian, Cologne
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very good printing quality, nice consulting and excahnge beforehand. I'll definitely order again ! ”
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Ingo, Bonn
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Erneut ein sehr guter Service und Qualität. Vielen Dank!”
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Ulrike, Mönchengladbach
Standard PLA, FDM
“super dit! mijn eerste keer dat ik iets laat 3D printen maar het gaat echt heel makkelijk en snel. ga ik zeker vaker doen!”
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livin, Zwolle
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great looking parts, fast communication and really fast manufacturing! Thanks again!”
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David, Zermuellen
Standard PLA, FDM
“Alles bestens, trotz der winzigen Teile passte alles. Sehr gute Qualität. Vielen Dank!”
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Dennis, Oberhausen
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Great communication, snappy delivery. The resolution of the print is kinda on the low side so it's ideal for rapid prototyping. Nothing some good ol' sanding paper can't solve.”
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Alexandros, Ruethen
Standard PLA, FDM
“Another great print with excellent speed and communication. Thanks again! :)”
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Jurgen, Eindhoven
Ceramic filled Resin, SLA/DLP
“Brilliant. Hätte nicht besser gelaufen können!”
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david, Lindlar
Standard PETG, FDM
“Very helpful with a complex design, good quality print.”
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Jon, Sprockhövel
Standard ABS, FDM
“Thanks for helping me with my order. didn't expect it to be delivered so fast. Thanks again. i will definitely come back to you if i need more printed parts.”
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Stephan, Tilburg
Standard ABS, FDM
“Almost immaculate quality print; Extremely fast service!”
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Danny, Venray
Standard ASA, FDM
“Great service and very helpful suggestions. Definitely I will use this service again. ”
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Borislav, Mol
Standard PLA, FDM
“Precise fitting parts with narrow tolerance: excellent result.”
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Mark, Veghel
Standard PLA, FDM
“Binnen één uur zelfs aan de deur afgeleverd”
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Thomas, Ede
Standard PLA, FDM
“Everything was delivered as expected and it's looking great! Probably the smoothed service I've had so far on 3D Hubs”
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mitchel, Wijk bij Duurstede
Standard PLA, FDM
“Schon das zweite mal bestellt, alles bestens! :)”
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Jürgen, Emsdetten
Standard PLA, FDM
“Perfect. Goed persoonlijk contact, goed advies, goed resultaat.”
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Michiel, Amersfoort
Standard ABS, FDM
“Thanks to valueable feedback from 3dhubs, we could further optimize the design with a fantastic end result. Thanks! ”
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Harro, Den Bosch
Standard ASA, FDM
“always lightning speed and perfect service”
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Tobias, Köln
Clear resin, SLA/DLP
“Return customer! Fast and good quality! All well!”
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Frank, Bonn
Standard TPU, FDM
“Excellent provider! Extremely rapid communication, very helpful. Speedy turnaround time with great product quality! Very satisfied!”
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Bart, Overpelt
Standard PETG, FDM
“Fantastic service - very friendly, speedy delivery, very knowledgable. I'll definitely order again!”
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Andrew, Tilburg
Standard PETG, FDM
“Great communication and excellent print quality. Very happy with my parts.”
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Raffaele, Eindhoven
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent, the parts are very good. I like to order again.”
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Andreas, Lüdenscheid
Standard PLA, FDM
“very fast printing. good communication with the printer”
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nwg, Meijel
Standard ABS, FDM
“The print I ordered was a complicated one, so they went ahead and printed two just to make sure it came out well - and it did!”
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Nathan, Liège
Standard TPU, FDM
“Very fast responding and eager to find an optimal solution :)”
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David, Aachen
Standard ABS, FDM
“Betrouwbaar, professioneel en communicatief sterk.”
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Emile, Amersfoort
Standard PLA, FDM
“Fast response and fast delivering. Thanks.”
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Gabriel, Aachen
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great service. They were fast in communication and with the delivery of the model. The model was smooth and detailed. I will surely work with their service more often.”
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Joerd, Zwolle
Durable resin (PP-like), SLA/DLP
“Ich bin sehr zufrieden. Gute Qualität und 1a Verpackung beim Versand!”
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Marvin, Wermelskirchen
Standard PETG, FDM
“Great first experience with 3D printing for me. Next time I need something printed I know who to go to! :) ”
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Jasper, Leusden
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great result, nice communication. Will order more in future :-)”
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Timo, Hamm
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very friendly, and spontaneous seller. Very satisfied with his service! ”
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Kevin, Aachen
Standard PLA, FDM
“I am very satisfied with the quality and the speed.”
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Hendrik, Waldfeucht
FDM
“Great quality and fast delivery! I will order here again.”
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Jesse, Veldhoven
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very fast - test prints for different materials were very nice - thanks”
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Markus, Hennef
Standard TPU, FDM
“Sehr netter und kompetenter Kontakt. Gerne wieder!”
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Lucas, Köln
FDM
“My first order and totally happy: Very responsive. Good quality. Delivered faster than forecasted. Thanks a lot!!”
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Roland, Rheinbach
Standard PLA, FDM
“Superior part quality, and good customer service, i would order here at anytime again!”
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Patrick, Maastricht
FDM
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