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3D Hubs is now Hubs - custom parts manufacturing for engineers worldwide
3D Printing Service South Whittier, CA
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.
Get an instant 3D Printing quote All uploads are secure and confidential- Instant quotes for up to 1,000 parts
- Instant DfM feedback on every quote
- Lead times from 1 business day
- FDM, SLS, SLA & MJF
- 25+ plastics & 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 3D prints for industrial applications.
Our 3D printing service has been rated 4.9/5
Over 318 customers are satisfied with our 3D printing service.
“Part where better than I expected, great service and fast turnaround tine.”
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Milton, Whittier
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great customer service...deliver a quality prints...Good job!”
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Jojo, Pico Rivera
Standard Nylon, SLS
“Great first experience with 3d printing. Printed same day as order and uploaded photos of prints to me. Order shipped the following day with tracking. Received package the very next day!”
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Derrick, BUENA PARK
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great prints with fast turn around and good communication. Can't ask for anything more!”
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John, Downey
Standard PLA, FDM
“Part turn out great, I really am very happy with the resoultion of the print!”
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David, Fullerton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Wellstronics provided great service and great turnaround. The part was just as expected and we will be ordering more from them!”
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peter, Commerce
Standard ABS, FDM
“Pretty fast, made sure all the parts were cleaned up nicely and they turned out great! ”
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Kiralynn, Long Beach
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“The level of detail achieved with the high temp resin is more than we were expecting, awesome job!”
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Darian, Stanton
Heat resistant resin, SLA/DLP
“Communicated great and got my parts fast!”
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Kyle, Long Beach
Standard ABS, FDM
“A very good print shop owner. Help me a lot!!!!!”
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bingmiao, ALHAMBRA
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Pretty good 3d print for the price, thank you!”
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Bijan, Westminster
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great communication and parts look great ”
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Mina, Anaheim
Standard ABS, FDM
“Part came in a little undersized, but should work for the prototype.”
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Brendan, Anaheim
Standard PETG, FDM
“Dude this guy saved my final and my stuff get picked into gallery ”
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ruochan, arcadia
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent experience! Would definitely use again for future 3D printing needs!”
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David, Huntington Park
Standard PLA, FDM
“Communicated well and kept everything up to date and speedy. ”
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owen, long beach
Standard PLA, FDM
“USPS was super slow but the parts came out amazing”
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Gary, Los Angeles
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“The prints came out great! Super fast turn-around time and affordable pricing. ”
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Chioma, Los Angeles
Standard PLA, FDM
“Fast turnaround, good communication and great parts!”
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Joseph, South Pasadena
Standard PLA, FDM
“very good 3d print service, highly recommended. ”
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Jingyi, Monrovia
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Order came as ordered and even printed an extra part without asking. Would order from again.”
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Eric, monrovia
Standard PLA, FDM
“Thank you very much for excellent service!”
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Gennadi, Santa Ana
Standard Nylon, SLS
“The parts were in great quality and I was appreciative of the quick communication and tips I received. He was also really mindful of my deadline and went above and beyond to meet my needs. ”
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Heidi, Fountain Valley
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent all around! Would request an order again!”
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Kojiro, Los Angeles
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great service, quality parts, quick service.”
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Andrew, Los Angeles
Standard PLA, FDM
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Available materials | 10 | 11 | 2 | 2 |
| [US] Lead time in days | From 1 | From 2 | From 3 | From 3 |
| [EU] Lead time in days | From 1 | From 2 | From 3 | From 3 |
| [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'' |
| [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 |
| [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'' |
| [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 |
| 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. |
| 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. |
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 printed parts
Every order includes our standard inspection report. Further reports and certifications are available on request, submit an order to begin.
Standard
- Quantity of parts
- Number of parts inspected
- Surface finish
- Tolerances
Standard
On request
- Quantity of parts
- Number of parts inspected
- Surface finish
- Tolerances
Founded
2015
Number of machines
63
Capabilities
MJF, FDM, SLS
3D printing resources for engineers
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 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.
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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.
Read article
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.
Read article
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
Read article
The 3D Printing Handbook by 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 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
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.
Read article
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
Read article
