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Additive Manufacturing Services Quotes Made Easy
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Looking for 3D Printing Prices?
- Receive a free 3D printing quote by using our Price Quote Tool.
How Much Do 3D Printing Services Cost?
- You can build cost models for your next project by using our cost calculator. The cost of a 3D printing project depends on the complexity of the design, materials used and volume desired. The minimum cost is $150 per order.
How Fast Is the Process from 3D Quote to Additive Manufacturing Parts?
- Once you have entered the details of your project and have customized the technology and materials, your custom quote will appear on your screen within seconds.
- Parts are dependent on complexity, quantity and technology
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- PolyJet
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- PolyJet, SLA & FDM
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- PolyJet, SLA, FDM, MJF & SLS
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- DMLS
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3D Printing Quote Considerations by Technology
You can reduce the cost of your project by selecting the best technology and process. Fathom’s experts will review your quote to ensure you are staying on budget while utilizing the optimal production plan. See our technologies below. //
FDM 3D Printing Quotes
Fuse Deposition Modeling is used to build concept models, functional prototypes and end-use parts.
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What is FDM?
- Often referred to as Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF), FDM uses a continuous filament of engineer-grade thermoplastic material. FDM facilitates quicker lead times and the ability to build functional prototypes using engineering grade plastics with strong thermal and chemical resistances. FDM is also an ideal technology when high strength-to-weight ratios are desired.
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Compare FDM 3D Printing Services Prices
- How much does it cost to produce parts using FDM 3D printing technology? Calculate the price of manufacturing FDM parts with our Price Quote Tool.
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What do FDM 3D Printing Services Cost?
- The cost of FDM 3D printing depends on the type and volume of material ordered, the volume of parts, the complexity of the part’s design and finishing processes. Quotes start at $150 per order. Get cost calculations by using the FDM cost calculator.
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FDM Comparison Characteristics
- Variety of High-Strength Materials
- Versatile & High-Accuracy
- Lower Resolution Finishes
- FDM Material Considerations
- TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane Elastomer)
- High Elongation
- Toughness & Abrasion Resistance
- Wide Application Variety (e.g. flexible hoses, tubes, air ducts & vibration dampeners)
- Antero™ 800NA (Polyetherketoneketone)
- High Heat Resistance
- High Chemical Resistance
- Low Outgassing & High Dimensional Stability
- High Strength, Toughness & Wear-Resistance
- ULTEM™ 1010 Resin (Polyetherimide)
- Food Safety & Bio-Compatibility Certification
- Highest Heat Resistance, Chemical Resistance & Tensile Strength
- High Strength & Thermal Stability
- ULTEM 9085 Resin (Polyetherimide)
- Flame, Smoke, Toxicity-Certified Thermoplastic
- High Heat & Chemical Resistance
- High Flexural Strength
- Ideal for Commercial Transportation Applications (e.g. airplanes, buses, trains & boats)
- FDM Nylon 12™ (Polyamide 12)
- Excellent for Repetitive Snap Fits, Press Fit Inserts & Fatigue-Resistance Applications
- Free of Powders – Simple, Clean Process
- FDM Nylon 12CF™ (Polyamide 12CF)
- Carbon-Filled Thermoplastic with Excellent Structural Characteristics
- Highest Flexural Strength
- High Strength-to-Weight Ratio
- PC (Polycarbonate)
- Most Widely Used Industrial Thermoplastic
- Superior Mechanical Properties & Heat Resistance
- Accurate, Durable & Stable for Strong Parts, Patterns for Metal Bending & Composite Work
- Strong for Demanding Prototyping Use
- PC-ISO™ (Polycarbonate – ISO 10993 USP Class VI Bio-Compatible)
- Bio-Compatible (ISO 10993 USP Class VI)1 Material
- Sterilizable Using Gamma Radiation or Ethylene Oxide (EtO) Sterilization Methods
- Strong Uses for Applications Requiring Higher Strength & Sterilization
- PC-ABS (Polycarbonate – Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
- High Dimensional Stability
- High Impact Resistance
- Versatile Material with Good Heat Resistance
- ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate)
- UV-Stable Parts
- Best Aesthetics of any FDM Material
- Ideal for Production Parts for Outdoor Infrastructure & Automotive Parts
- ABS-ESD7™ (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
- Static-Dissipative with Target Surface Resistance of 104 ohms (typical range 105 – 103 ohms)2
- Assembly Tools for Electronic & Static-Sensitive Products
- Widely Used for Functional Prototypes of Cases, Enclosures & Packaging
- ABS-M30™ (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
- Versatile Material Good for Form, Fit & Functional Applications
- Familiar Production Material for Accurate Prototyping
- TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane Elastomer)
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Fused Deposition Modeling Quote Questions?
SLA 3D Printing Quotes
Stereolithography (SLA) is used for high-resolution finishes specifically with medium to large-sized parts.
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What is SLA?
- Stereolithography (SLA) is also known as SL, stereolithography apparatus, optical fabrication, photo-solidification, or resin printing. SLA is used to build prototypes and production parts in layers. A laser traces the part’s cross-section pattern along the surface of liquid resin. Light is used to cure the photosensitive polymers, solidifying the pattern and adhering it to the layer below. Stereolithography is used for smooth surface finishes with high detail, similar to injection molded parts.
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Compare SLA 3D Printing Prices
- How much does it cost to produce parts using SLA 3D printing technology? Compare SLA part pricing with our Price Quote Tool.
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What do SLA 3D Printing Services Cost?
- The volume and type of material ordered, the number of parts, complexity of the design and finishing processes can all affect the cost of SLA 3D printing. Quotes start at $150 per order. Get cost calculations by using the stereolithography cost calculator.
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SLA Comparison Characteristics
- Good Accuracy, High-Resolution
- Detailed & Complex Parts
- Great Surface Finish
- Often Used for Medium to Large Prototypes
- SLA Material Considerations
- Accura 25
- Often Used for Aesthetic Models, Complex Geometries & High-Quality Finishes
- Highly Cost-Effective for Medium- to Large-Sized Parts
- Exceptionally Tough & Durable
- Great for Snap Fits, Assemblies & Master Patterns for Casting
- One of the Most Versatile Technologies for Post Processing
- Accura ClearVue
- Often Used for Aesthetic Models, Complex Geometries & High-Quality Finishes
- Highly Cost-Effective for Medium- to Large-Sized Parts
- One of the Most Versatile Technologies for Post Processing
- Can be Polished for Near Optical Clarity
- Accura 25
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Stereolithography Quote Questions?
PolyJet 3D Printing Quotes
PolyJet manufacturing is capable of smooth surfaces, thin walls and complex geometries, with accuracy as high as 0.1mm.
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What is Poly Jet?
- PolyJet can be used with a wide range of materials with properties ranging from rubber to rigid, transparent to opaque. During PolyJet printing, the material is distributed in layers onto a build platform and then cured by a flash of UV light. Multiple materials can be used in a single build to achieve a combination of colors and characteristics (e.g., parts made of both rigid and flexible materials).
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Compare PolyJet 3D Printing Prices
- How much does it cost to produce parts using PolyJet 3D printing technology? Compare PolyJet part pricing with our Price Quote Tool.
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What do PolyJet 3D Printing Services Cost?
- The cost of PolyJet 3D printing depends on the type and volume of material ordered, the volume of parts, the complexity of the part’s design and finishing processes. Quotes start at $150 per order. Get cost calculations by using the PolyJet cost calculator.
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PolyJet Comparison Characteristics
- Fine Detail
- Fine Surface Finishes
- Able to Achieve Combinations of Colors & Characteristics
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PolyJet Material Considerations
- Digital Materials
- Wide Flexibility Ranges, Shore D 80 to Shore A 95
- Rigid Materials – Simulated Standard Plastics to the Toughness, Temperature Resistance of Digital ABS PlusTM
- Vibrant Colors in Rigid or Flexible Materials, 500k+ Color Options on the Stratasys J750
- Simulated ABS
- Rigid Materials – Simulated Standard Plastics to the Toughness, Temperature Resistance of Digital ABS PlusTM
- Vibrant Colors in Rigid or Flexible Materials, 500k+ Color Options on the Stratasys J750
- Transparent
- Wide Flexibility Ranges, Shore D 80 to Shore A 95
- Rigid Opaque
- Ideal for Prototyping Containers & Packaging, Flexible Snap-Fit Applications & Living Hinges, Toys, Battery Cases, Laboratory Equipment, Loudspeakers & Automotive Components
- Simulated Polypropylene
- Simulates the Appearance & Functionality of Polypropylene
- Ideal for Prototyping Containers & Packaging, Flexible Snap-Fit Applications & Living Hinges, Toys, Battery Cases, Laboratory Equipment, Loudspeakers & Automotive Components
- Rubber-like
- Offers Various Levels of Elastomer Characteristics
- Combine with Rigid Materials for a Variety of Shore A Values, from Shore A 27 to Shore A 95
- Ideal for Rubber Surrounds & Overmolding, Soft-Touch Coatings & Non-Slip Surfaces (e.g. knobs, grips, pulls, handles, gaskets, seals, hoses, footwear, exhibition & communication models
- Digital Materials
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PolyJet Quote Questions?
SLS 3D Printing Quotes
SLS is a popular powder-based additive technology used to create models, prototypes and end-use parts in durable, engineering-grade thermoplastics.
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What is SLS?
- Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is an additive manufacturing process. During SLS, a blade spreads a thin layer across the build volume. A laser is used to sinter cross-sections of the part which fuses the powder together, gradually building a solid structure layer by layer. SLS is similar to selective laser melting (SLM) wherein the materially is melted, not sintered.
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Compare SLS 3D Printing Prices
- How much does it cost to manufacture parts using SLS 3D printing technology? Compare SLS part pricing with our Price Quote Tool.
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What do Selective Laser Sintering 3D Printing Services Cost?
- The type and volume of material, the volume of parts, and the complexity of the part’s design and finishing processes affect the cost of an SLS manufacturing project. Quotes start at $150 per order. Get cost calculations by using the SLS cost calculator.
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SLS Comparison Characteristics
- Good for High-Complexity & Organic Geometries
- Strong for Parts Requiring Durability
- Finer Details than Most Processes that Use High-Strength Plastics
- SLS Material Considerations
- Nylon PA2200 (White)
- Nearly Isotropic
- Parts Built Without Supports, Allowing for Complex Geometries
- Durable Production Quality Thermoplastic
- PA 12 Glass Bead
- High Rigidity
- Resistant To Wear & Tear
- Thermally Resilient
- PA 11
- High Impact Resistance & Elongation At Break
- Higher Temperature Resistance Than PA 12
- Does Not Splinter Under Load
- PA 11 Fire Retardant
- High Ductility Combined With Strength
- Flame-Retardant Properties Are Similar To ULTEMTM Filament
- Carbon-Filled Nylon 11
- High Strength Combined With Increased Impact Resistance & Elongation At Break
- Electrostatically Dissipative
- Nylon PA2200 (White)
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Selective Laser Sintering Quote Questions?
MJF 3D Printing Quotes
Multi Jet Fusion is quickly becoming a popular choice for 3D printing prototypes and production parts.
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What is MJF?
- Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) is capable of 3D printing parts with high detail, as well as suitable for applications that require durability (e.g. snap fits). During the MJF process, thin layers of powder are distributed repeatedly to build a solid structure. It is common for designers and engineers to choose this technology for short production.
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Compare MJF 3D Printing Prices
- How much does it cost to make parts using MJF 3D printing? Compare MJF part pricing with our Price Quote Tool.
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What do MJF 3D Printing Services Cost?
- Are you looking for a quote on Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing? The cost of MJF is influenced by the type and volume of material ordered, the volume of parts, the complexity of the part’s design and finishing processes. Quotes start at $150 per order. Get cost calculations by using the MJF cost calculator.
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MJF Comparison Characteristics
- All Around Technology for Many Applications
- Fast, Strong & Inexpensive
- High Available Detail & Finish Quality
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MJF Material Considerations
- Nylon 12 (Gray or Dyed-Black)
- Nearly Isotropic
- Very High XY Plane Resolution
- Durable Production Quality Thermoplastic
- Nylon 11 (Gray or Dyed-Black)
- Nearly Isotropic
- Very High XY Plane Resolution
- High Impact Strength and Elongation to Break
- Nylon 12 (Gray or Dyed-Black)
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Multi Jet Fusion Quote Questions?
DMLS 3D Printing Quotes
DMLS allows you to create precision metal prototypes and low-volume metal production parts that would otherwise be impractical or cost-prohibitive to produce.
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What is DMLS?
- Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) is a rapid 3D printing technique using a high-power laser to melt and fuse metallic powders together into a solid three-dimensional part made of metal. DMLS parts have excellent mechanical properties, exceptional surface quality and high detail resolution. Using DMLS technology allows for cavities and undercuts not possible using conventional machining processes.
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- How much does it cost to make parts using DMLS 3D printing? Compare MJF part pricing with our Price Quote Tool.
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What do MJF 3D Printing Services Cost?
- Do you need a quote on a Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) project? The type and volume of material ordered, the volume of parts, the complexity of the part’s design and finishing processes, all contribute to the cost of DMLS manufacturing. Quotes start at $1000 per order. Get cost calculations by using the DMLS cost calculator.
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DMLS Comparison Characteristics
- Precision
- High-Quality
- Low-Volume
- Strength
- DMLS Material Considerations
- Stainless Steel (PH1)
- High Hardness & Strength
- Good for Prototype & Production Parts
- Stainless Steel (GP1)
- High Toughness & Ductility
- Good for Engineering Applications
- Cobalt Chrome (MP1)
- High Temperature Resistance
- Good for Turbines & Engine Parts
- Maraging Steel (MS1)
- Easily Machinable & Excellent Polishability
- Good for Injection Molding Tooling & Conformal Cooling
- Aluminum AlSi10Mg
- Low Weight & Good Thermal Properties
- Good for Automotive & Racing
- Nickel Alloy IN718
- Heat & Corrosion Resistant
- Good for Turbines, Rockets & Aerospace
- Stainless Steel (316L)
- Corrosion & Pitting Resistant
- Good for Surgical Tools, Food & Chemical Plants
- Titanium Ti-64 *
- Light Weight, High Strength, Corrosion Resistance
- Good for Aerospace, Motorsport Racing
- Titanium Ti-64 ELI *
- Corrosion Resistance, Biocompatibility
- Good for Medical, Biomedical, Implants
- Stainless Steel (PH1)
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Direct Metal Laser Sintering Quote Questions?
Why Engineers & Designers Use Fathom for 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Quotes
- Instant Quoting – Fathom provides instant quotes with our SmartQuote instant quoting tool.
- Advanced Techniques – Fathom is a leader in advanced rapid manufacturing, introducing engineers to innovative processes they did not know were possible.
- Engineering Expertise – Fathom’s team of engineers is ready to give you a fast quote. Let our experts help you evolve your rapid manufacturing process. Contact an engineer today.
- Quality & Reliability – Fathom delivers high-quality work with a quick turnaround, ensuring our clients meet critical deadlines. It is the reason that Fathom is used by 9 of the Top 10 Fortune 500 Companies, 8 of the Top 10 Fortune 500 Industrial Companies and 7 of the Top 10 Fortune 500 Aerospace & Defense Companies (excluding service companies).
3D Printing Quote vs. Injection Molding Costs
- Example (A) Accelerated Lead-Time—While the cost per part is close in this example, the critical requirement was getting parts in days, not weeks. Fathom recommends taking an AM approach as a bridge-to-production solution or to avoid tooling. By using 3D printing, parts can also be built as needed.
- Quantity Required / / 3,500
- AM Part Cost / / $3.52 ea (Lead-Time of 5 Days)
- IM Part Cost / / $3.60 ea (Lead-Time of 35-40 Days, Prototype Tool)
- Break-Even Point / / 3,740 Parts
- Material Used & Weight / / PA12 (4.6 g)
- Part Dimensions / / 25 mm × 23 mm × 25 mm
- Injection Molding with Amortized Tool Price
- Example (B) Limited Production Run—The tooling cost of this part is high because of a complex parting line and challenging features. When a lower volume of parts is required, Fathom recommends taking an AM approach to reduce on cost and manufacturing time.
- Quantity Required / / 1,500
- AM Part Cost / / $8.18 ea (Lead-Time of 6 Days)
- IM Part Cost / / $12.46 ea (Lead-Time of 40-56 Days)
- Break-Even Point / / 1,829 Parts
- Material Used & Weight / / Glass-Filled PA12 (14.2 g)
- Part Dimensions / / 83 mm × 15 mm × 109.24 mm
- Injection Molding with Amortized Tool Price
- Read More Additive Manufacturing vs. Injection Molding Break-Even Examples
3D Printing Machines Used by Fathom
Over 530 machines power Fathom’s manufacturing facilities, including mills, lathes, presses, press brakes, turret punches, and additive systems. Fathom utilizes 12+ high-precision machines for 3D printing.
Fathom’s manufacturing technologies are not limited to 3D printing and include hybridized services leveraging 3D printing of all kinds. Ready for Metal 3D printing as part of a complex job? Fathom can do it.
A recent case study is listed below where Fathom delivered 20,000 parts in 27 days using 55+ tools, including multiple 3D printing services:
