The 3D Printing Handbook by 3D Hubs
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Get an instant 3D Printing quote All uploads are secure and confidentialOur online 3d printing services leverage a global network of over 2,400 3D printing machines, which means our customers get both competitive prices and fast lead times. We specialise in five processes, bringing you everything you need for custom 3D printing projects, from rapid prototyping with FDM to small production runs of metal 3D prints for industrial applications.
“Great fast service and good print quality!”
“The prints were excellent, very fast completion and the overall service was top notch.”
“Very fast and high quality print! Recommended.”
“As usual, fast and good quality. Friendly and flexible way of order fulfilment and sharp prices! ”
“Really fast printing and delivery. Quality is excellent. Thank you!”
“Great service. I definitely will come back ”
“Very professional support and outstanding customer service!”
“Perfect print and very fast turn around time. Will definately use again.”
“Heel goede en snelle service. Goed advies gekregen over de optimale resolutie van de STL-files.”
“Doing the job as you would like to expect. Quality is good.”
“Eerste een printje ontvangen waar ik niet geheel tevreden mee was, daarna netjes een nieuwe opgesruurd gekregen die wel goed was. Thanks!”
“Good communication, fast printing! TOP!!!”
“Good quality and amazingly fast communication and turnover. I definitely recommend it and will use this service again!”
“Easy to do business with, good communication, fast delivery and perfect quality. Recommended!”
“Great experience. Delivery was also fast and good.”
“Professional service and excellent quality”
“Great service, got exactly what I wanted with regular updates and pictures during the process.”
“Swift and perfect. 3 days ahead of schedule.”
“Very good and qualitative work. Highly recommended. ”
“Very easy to work with, got the parts just as I expected.”
“Geweldige kwalitiet. Kon het snel afhalen en ook direct op de gewenste tijd.”
“Very good help with the design for making your design suitable for 3D printing!”
“Great & pro-active communication, fast turnaround.”
“Denkt goed mee, duidelijk veel print expertise.”
“Very friendly and helpful! Result is a very nice quality print :) ”
We’re eliminating slow and antiquated processes with automated engineering tools to help you reduce development cycles and increase the speed at which projects are delivered.
Upload a CAD file, receive a 3D printing quote in seconds. No more back and forth with suppliers or long email chains.
You automatically receive manufacturability feedback on all 3D prints. No more waiting for a technician before knowing you can proceed to production.
Easily manage orders online, track deliveries and share important details with others on your team.
Need help choosing? See our guide to selecting the right 3D printing process.
3D printing process
FDM | SLA | SLS | MJF | DMLS | |
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Available materials | 10 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
[US] Lead time in days | From 1 | From 2 | From 3 | From 3 | From 10 |
[EU] Lead time in days | From 1 | From 2 | From 3 | From 3 | From 10 |
[US] Maximum build size | 19.68'' x 19.68'' x 19.68'' | 5.7" x 5.7" x 6.8" | 16.5" × 19.7" × 16.5" | 14.9'' x 11.2'' x 14.9'' | 9.84'' x 12.80'' x 9.84'' |
[EU] Maximum build size | 500 x 500 x 500 mm | 145 × 145 × 175 mm | 400 x 480 x 400 mm | 380 x 285 x 380 mm | 250 x 325 x 250 mm |
[US] Dimensional accuracy | ± 0.5% with a lower limit on ± 0.0196'' | ± 0.5% with a lower limit on ± 0.006" | ± 0.5% with a lower limit on ± 0.012'' | ± 0.5% with a lower limit on ± 0.012'' | <10mm: ± 0.2% with a lower limit of ± 0.008" >10mm: ± 2% |
[EU] Dimensional accuracy | ± 0.5% with a lower limit on ± 0.5 mm | ± 0.5% with a lower limit on ± 0.15 mm | ± 0.5% with a lower limit on ± 0.3 mm | ± 0.5% with a lower limit on ± 0.3 mm | <10mm: ± 0.2% with a lower limit of ± 0.2 mm >10mm: ± 2% |
Prototyping applications | Low-fidelity, proof-of-concept prototyping and visual design verification. | Detailed visual prototypes (especially of injection molded parts). | Functional and high-fidelity prototypes. Similar to MJF. | Functional and high-fidelity prototypes. Similar to SLS. | Design verification of metal parts. |
End-part applications | Non-visual end parts, such as jigs and fixtures. | Small, smooth, non-functional end parts. | Small batches of functional plastic parts. Similar to MJF | Small batches of functional plastic parts. Similar to SLS. | Alternative to CNC machining for complex, small or low-volume metal parts. |
Need help choosing? We have a whole range of resources on selecting the right 3D printing material for your application
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Resin | Post-cure time (mins) | Post-cure temperature |
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Standard clear | 15 | 60 °C |
Standard black | 30 | 60 °C |
Standard white | 30 | 60 °C |
Standard grey | 30 | 60 °C |
Tough 2000 | 30 | 70 °C |
Durable | 60 | 60 °C |
Grey pro | 15 | 80 °C |
High temp | 120 | 80 °C |
Flexible | 15 | 60 °C |
Rigid | 15 | 80 °C |
Every order includes our standard inspection report. Further reports and certifications are available on request, submit an order to begin.