Free 3D Printing Tools
Practical calculators to help you plan, budget, and choose the right process for your 3D printing projects.
Material Cost Estimator
Enter your printing technology, material, part volume, and quantity to get a realistic per-part cost breakdown covering material, machine time, and total cost.
Build Time Calculator
Calculate estimated print time from layer height, part height, volume, and infill. Get a full breakdown of layer count and time-per-layer across all major technologies.
Technology Selector
Answer 4 quick questions about your application, strength requirements, surface finish, and budget. Get a personalised technology recommendation with pros and cons.
Post-Processing Cost Estimator
Select your base technology and the post-processing steps you need — sanding, painting, vapor smoothing, plating, and more — and get an itemised cost estimate.
Batch vs Single Price Comparison
Compare the cost per part at quantity 1 versus a batch run. See setup cost amortisation, savings percentage, and the break-even quantity with a visual bar chart.
All tools use industry-standard estimates. Results are indicative — contact a verified service provider for a precise quote.
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