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3D Hubs is now Hubs - custom parts manufacturing for engineers worldwide
3D Printing Service Hilton Head Island, SC
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 136 customers are satisfied with our 3D printing service.
“Very good communication and commitment to quality. Always kept me updated as he worked through issues with my large order.”
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Scott, Alpharetta
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very quick service. Short, sweet, and to the point. No complaints on my end”
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James, Orlando
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great communication, very helpful, and the parts look fantastic. Thanks!”
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Jairus, Americus
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very happy with print quality and speed. We are interested in knowing max build size for future models. Thank you”
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jason mizelle, zebulon
Standard ABS, FDM
“Very pleased with the results. Thanks for a great transaction.”
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Russell, SIMPSONVILLE
Standard PLA, FDM
“Quick turn-around for a prototype! Very affordable! Will use again!”
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Robert, N. Charleston
Standard PLA, FDM
“Print was completed quickly and accurately. Printer responded to messages quickly and kept me posted on the status of my order. Would use again!”
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Thomas, Atlanta
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent dimensional accuracy. Typically better than 0.002". Faster turn around than advertised.”
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Geoffrey, Winter Springs
Clear resin, SLA/DLP
“Excellent with printing quality and taking responsibility to reach the satisfied quality.”
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Yu-Chen, Savannah
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Items were printed according to the models I sent. Can't ask for much more than that! Thanks so much, came out great!”
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wade, Winter Springs
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very courteous and printed two of the provided objects. ”
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Daniel, Jacksonville
Standard PLA, FDM
“A fantastic 3d Printing provider. High quality and fast service.”
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Rick, Satellite Beach
Castable resin, Material Jetting
“Communication and quality were amazing! We will be using Sam again!”
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Jeff, Gainesville
Nylon 11, SLS
“Outstanding. Great quality, service and turnaround. Very satisfied.”
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Chris, Winter Springs
Standard ABS, FDM
“Awesome print quality, affordable pricing, rapid turn-around time, and very fast shipping! Will definitely use again for future 3D printing needs!”
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Daniel, Orlando
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great experience! Turn around was much faster than previous orders (from other providers). Excellent experience! Thanks!!!!”
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Bill, St. Petersburg
Standard PLA, FDM
“Couldn't be happier with the speed and quality.”
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James, Suwanee
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great job! Definitely recommend you for anyone needing printing done!”
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Tom, Elizabethton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent! Clear communication with photos along the way. 100% recommended.”
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Jeffrey, Marietta
Standard PETG, FDM
“Very quick and flexible about picking up my parts!”
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Courtney, Marietta
Standard PLA, FDM
“The parts look great. Thanks for the extra effort in shipping to meet my schedule. I appreciate it!”
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David, Asheville
Standard Nylon, SLS
“Professional, helpful, perfect print, and a pleasure to work with. ”
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Matthew, Statesboro
Standard ABS, FDM
“Good communication, quick service, good print. Thanks!”
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Charles, Columbia
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent work! Printing parts this thin is not easy. Highly recommended. Thanks!”
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Stacey, Grovetown
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very happy with the print quality and service. ”
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Jason, Effingham
Standard ABS, 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.
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.
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
