3D Printing Service Cape Town

We manufacture high-quality, competitively priced custom prototypes & production parts. Upload a CAD file for an instant 3D printing quote. Order parts in 5 minutes from your desk.

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Instant DfM feedback on every quote
Lead times from 1 business day
FDM, SLS, SLA, MJF & DMLS
25+ plastics & metals, 35+ colors
Rapid prototyping & full-scale production
ISO9001, ISO13485, AS9100 certified manufacturing partners

Over 6 million parts delivered to 35,000+ companies

Our online 3D printing services

Our 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.

FDM

FDM

Fast & affordable prototyping

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SLS

SLS

Functional prototyping & low-run production

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MJF

MJF

Functional prototyping & low-run production

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SLA

SLA

Visual prototyping

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DMLS

Small & complex metal parts

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Our 3D printing service has been rated 4.9/5

Over 132 customers are satisfied with our 3D printing service.

“Thank you for your prompt response and all-round great service!”

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FJ, Cape Town

Standard PLA, FDM

“A quality service, with great customer care and communication”

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Pedro

Standard PLA, FDM

“Great and flexible service, very good job and kind staff.”

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Ornella, Sant'Egidio del Monte Albino

Standard ABS, FDM

“Fast, accurate and Professional. Very nice work! ”

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Antonio, Misterbianco

Standard PLA, FDM

“Great servece, great print quality, awesome reaction time. Just all round a great experience.”

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Adolph, Cape Town

Standard ABS, FDM

“A good job. I have recommended their service to my friends.”

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Monto, Bengaluru

Standard PLA, FDM

“Oggetto bellissimo e perfetto!!!! Venditore serio e competente!!! 10/10 ”

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Claudio, Ragusa

Standard PLA, FDM

“Stampa perfetta allo scopo, ottimo materiale e finitura. Tempi velocissimi di stampa e buonissima la comunicazione per piccoli dettagli da modificare. Servizio consigliato, efficiente e veloce. ”

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Enrico, Rome

Standard PLA, FDM

“I am very much satisfied by your service, the print quality is really good, and also your service, the best part is pricing which comes under budget. Thank you very much, see you soon!”

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Abishek, Dasanapura Banglore North

Standard PLA, FDM

“Great supplier, and the level of service makes me return and seek him out whenever I need something printed.”

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Pasha, Petah-Tikva

Standard PLA, FDM

“Grazie per la competenza e la professionalità”

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Claudio, Nocera Inferiore

Standard PLA, FDM

“I certainly would recommend 3D Hubs. Grt service and i got the product delivered just the way i wanted and on time.”

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Anuradha, Bangalore

Standard PLA, FDM

“Excellent service, very professional and helpful. Thanks a lot!”

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Lior, Herzliya

Standard PLA, FDM

“Great service and part as usual. Highly recommended.”

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Lee, Torrevieja

Standard PLA, FDM

“Very fast turnaround. Great print quality.”

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Tyler, Roodepoort

Standard ABS, FDM

“Todo perfecto y conforme a lo acordado. Al ser mi primera impresión 3D mandó fotos con ejemplos del acabado según el material elegido y otras posibilidades. Una comunicación genial y además ayudando para mejorar en futuros trabajos. ”

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Rubén, Puerto de la Cruz

Standard PLA, FDM

“Tutto perfetto, realizzazione e consulenza.”

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Vincenzo, Roma

Standard ABS, FDM

“amazing print, communications, and shipping time, recommended ”

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Pavol, Handaq, Qormi

Standard resin, SLA/DLP

“Ottimo lavoro, oggetto perfetto!!!! 10 su 10 Consigliatissimo!!”

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Gabriele, San Giuseppe Jato

Standard PLA, FDM

“Excellent!Fast service and good quality! ”

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Petros, Ilioupoli

Standard PETG, FDM

“Müşterisine kolaylıklar sağlayan, güvenilir bir hub. Herkese tavsiye ederim.”

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Irmak, Isparta

Standard ABS, FDM

“Buena calidad y rapidísimo, además de una genial atención!”

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Carmen, Burjassot

Standard PLA, FDM

“high quality service in time and finish. Much better than expected.”

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Roberto, Cordova

Standard TPU, FDM

“Muy buena calidad y comunicación con la empresa.”

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GERMAN, L'Eliana

Standard PLA, FDM

“Tutto perfetto, molto preciso e rapido nelle risposte, tornerò sicuramente in futuro per altri progetti! Grazie!”

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Adriana, Palermo

Standard PLA, FDM

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Our experience in numbers

145,000 engineers served

35,000 businesses

240 manufacturing partners

6M+ parts & prototypes produced

27% of Fortune 500 companies

4200+ machines

We use powerful automation to make custom 3D printing easy

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.

Instant 3D printing quotes

Upload a CAD file, receive a 3D printing quote in seconds. No more back and forth with suppliers or long email chains.

Automated DfM feedback

You automatically receive manufacturability feedback on all 3D prints. No more waiting for a technician before knowing you can proceed to production.

Online order management

Easily manage orders online, track deliveries and share important details with others on your team.

Instant 3D printing quotes

Upload a CAD file, receive a 3D printing quote in seconds. No more back and forth with suppliers or long email chains.

Automated DfM feedback

You automatically receive manufacturability feedback on all 3D prints. No more waiting for a technician before knowing you can proceed to production.

Online order management

Easily manage orders online, track deliveries and share important details with others on your team.

Comparison of our 3D printing services

Need help choosing? See our guide to selecting the right 3D printing process.

3D printing process

	FDM	SLA	SLS	MJF	DMLS
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.

Choose from a broad range of 3D printing materials

Need help choosing? We have a whole range of resources on selecting the right 3D printing material for your application

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Standard 3D printing post processing

FDM

Standard (no additional post-processing)

All surfaces must have a consistent visual appearance
Support structures are removed
Excess support/build material are removed
All parts are printed with 3 outline / perimeter shells or a wall thickness of 1.2 mm
Top and bottom layers will have a minimum thickness of 0.6 mm (6 layers at 100 um)

SLA

Standard (no additional post-processing)

All support material is removed and support nibs are sanded smooth
For clear resins, a polishing oil is applied
Formlabs materials are cured in a Form Cure using the following settings which follow the official Formlabs "Recommended Cure" settings

Formlabs Cure settings

Resin	Post-cure time (mins)	Post-cure temperature
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

SLS/MJF

Standard (no additional post-processing)

All unfused powder is removed via bead blasting (first) and air blasting (second)
Air pressure range of 2 - 5 bar or 29 - 72.5 psi
Glass beads with diameter 70-110 microns
No additional post-processing

How we ensure high quality 3D prints

Every order includes our standard inspection report. Further reports and certifications are available on request, submit an order to begin.

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Quantity of parts
Number of parts inspected
Surface finish
Tolerances

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On request

Quantity of parts
Number of parts inspected
Surface finish
Tolerances

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3D printing resources for engineers

The 3D Printing Handbook by 3D Hubs

Our founders literally ‘wrote the book’ on 3D printing.

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3D printing vs. CNC machining

Learn about the practical differences of CNC machining and 3D Printing and how to select the right technology for manufacturing end-use parts and functional prototypes.

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PLA vs. ABS: What's the difference?

PLA and ABS are the most popular materials on 3D Hubs. This comparison will help you select the best option for your project.

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Dimensional accuracy of 3D printed parts

This article presents the expected dimensional accuracy of parts produced via 3D printing and discusses why part inaccuracies occur.

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Key design considerations for 3D printing

A list of things to keep in mind when designing a model for 3D printing - regardless of the technology that you will be printing with.

Read article

How to design snap-fit joints for 3D printing

This guide discusses the benefits of 3D printing snap-fits and gives design and material recommendations.

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SLA 3D printing materials compared

Compare the main SLA 3D printing resins - standard, tough, durable, heat resistant, rubber-like, dental and castable - by material properties and find the best option for your application.

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3D printing STL files: A step-by-step guide

Learn how to avoid low quality prints or unnecessarily large 3D files by exporting your STL file in the correct resolution.

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Selecting the optimal shell and infill parameters for FDM 3D printing

Shell and infill properties impact the performance and cost of FDM 3D printing. Learn how to optimize these features for your 3D printed part

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The 3D Printing Handbook by 3D Hubs

Our founders literally ‘wrote the book’ on 3D printing.

Read article

3D printing vs. CNC machining

Learn about the practical differences of CNC machining and 3D Printing and how to select the right technology for manufacturing end-use parts and functional prototypes.

Read article

PLA vs. ABS: What's the difference?

PLA and ABS are the most popular materials on 3D Hubs. This comparison will help you select the best option for your project.

Read article

Dimensional accuracy of 3D printed parts

This article presents the expected dimensional accuracy of parts produced via 3D printing and discusses why part inaccuracies occur.

Read article

Key design considerations for 3D printing

A list of things to keep in mind when designing a model for 3D printing - regardless of the technology that you will be printing with.

Read article

How to design snap-fit joints for 3D printing

This guide discusses the benefits of 3D printing snap-fits and gives design and material recommendations.

Read article

SLA 3D printing materials compared

Compare the main SLA 3D printing resins - standard, tough, durable, heat resistant, rubber-like, dental and castable - by material properties and find the best option for your application.

Read article