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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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Explore 3D printing materials in Reading
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.
Other technologies available on 3D Hubs
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Our 3D Printing service has been rated 4.88/5
Over 1,829 customers in Reading satisfied with our local 3D printing service.
“It was my first time using 3D Hubs, and I received my parts quickly, and they were well done.”
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Leticia, London
Clear resin, SLA/DLP
“Excellent service, great quality and fast turn around!”
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peter, Hemel Hempstead
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Good assistance, nicely packed and arrived on time.”
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Charles, London
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Thanks for your advice in 'thickening the edges in the slicer' to ensure that the finer detail printed successfully.”
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Andrew, Esher
Standard ASA, FDM
“Great print, it turned out really nicely. Cheers”
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Tom, London
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent printing, and super speedy turnaround. Great job, will definitley be using again. Thanks!”
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Emily, Reading
Standard PLA, FDM
“Extremely pleased, will place another order. ”
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Richard, Kingston upon Thames
Standard PETG, FDM
“I am a returned customer and I appreciate a very good workmanship and prompt customer service ”
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David, London
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Arrived 4 days before scheduled delivery, very nice finish on the product, would definitely use again!”
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Daniel, Reading
Standard Nylon, SLS
“Good print quality and arrived in 2 days. Thank you.”
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Peter, STUDHAM
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great service and communication. Kindly ensured the job could be printed before accepting. Thanks!”
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Amin, London
Standard ABS, FDM
“Perfect service with very quick turn around, many thanks.”
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James, Godalming
Standard PLA, FDM
“Really good quality printing. Thanks for the quick work! ”
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Mario, LONDON
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great hub, brilliant turnaround time and stunning prints! will buy again!”
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Dan, Byfleet
Durable resin (PP-like), SLA/DLP
“Very flexible, professional and reliable. Recommended.”
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javier, London
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Brilliant printers, quick turnaround and being able to pick up from the shop is very convenient.”
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Jack, Wokingham
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Great quality just as I had hoped. Thanks”
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Sebastian, Haslemere
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent quality print again and prompt delivery. Great communication and help in setting this up.”
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Jason, Farnborough
Standard PLA, FDM
“Good quality print, quick turn around time.”
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Viktor, Wallingford
Standard PETG, FDM
“Great service, quality parts, functional and tough. Speedy process, will definitely look to work with again.”
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B, London
Standard PETG, FDM
“Quick response to order, excellent contact throughout, fantastic experience.”
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Leander, Sunbury-on-Thames
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Excellent and professional guy. Quality is great”
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Joem, Denham
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Great quality and delivered early. Thanks”
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Ashley, St Albans
Standard PLA, FDM
“Quicker than expected and to spec. Thanks.”
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Mark, MARLOW
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very very good print quality. Tricky print but no residue of any sort, mate perfectly with other parts. Great job!”
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yann, London
Standard PLA, FDM
“Quite a simple part. But all good and very helpful communication before printing...”
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Jonathan, Oxford
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Quality part, early delivery. Would use again.”
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Trevor, St Albans
Standard PLA, FDM
“Literally faultless, attentive, friendly and helpful. 10/10”
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Matt, London
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent service. Good quality print, received much faster than I was expecting.”
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Andy, Bracknell
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent service, really pleased with how simple this was, the quality and the speed. Have already recommended to colleagues and friends, would definitely use again. Many Thanks!”
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Tom, Oxford
Standard PETG, FDM
“Ordered on the 8th, expected on the 14th. Actually arrived on the 9th, next day. Pretty amazing!”
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Samuel, Hemel Hempstead
Standard ABS, FDM
“Communication, product quality and service was perfect. Thanks ”
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Alisdair, Andover
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great provider! Quick, responsive and did a great job! Definitely recommended!”
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Roberto, Oxford
Standard PLA, FDM
“Really please with the service and the chocolate it came with the package! Thank you! Continuation of good work!”
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Nuno, London
Standard PETG, FDM
“Extremely accurate Print quality. Really pleased.”
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Peter, Farnham
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent service and very kind provider!”
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Diego, London
Standard ABS, FDM
“Really simple and fast process. Excellent end results. ”
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Gareth, Tring
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very helpful and speedy service. Will use again.”
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Geoff, London
Standard ABS, FDM
“All parts turned up on time and as I imagined them to be. It high lighted issues in the design I wouldn't have spotted without a good quality print”
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Simon, Freefolk
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Excellent communication throughout, super quick delivery and a perfect print :-) Highly recommended, Great Seller !”
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Dave, West Drayton
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great service, very responsive. Would use again.”
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Dom, Windsor
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Good printing quality! Excellent service as always! ”
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Shiqi, London
Standard TPU, FDM
“Good standard. Very quick delivery and fairly priced.”
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Matthew, Alton
Standard ABS, FDM
“Awesome service, definitely will use again. ”
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Steven, Epsom
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent service, very quick in producing the items ”
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Athina, Finchley
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great prints and a friendly serivce thanks ”
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Glen, Hemel Hempstead
Standard PETG, FDM
“Very good communication! Very good price/quality print! Highly recommended! Will order again!”
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Vasil, Guildford
Standard ABS, FDM
“Prompt replies to questions. Very helpful and informative with regard to method of printing and best material for our project. Delivered on time.”
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Paul, Abingdon
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great quality print, quick turnaround and clear communication. Highly recommended.”
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Syead, Appleton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent service and quality product -will definitely use this provider again and will recommend to associates.”
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Christina, Hounslow
Standard PLA, FDM
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