FDM
Fast & affordable prototyping
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Dimensional accuracy of ± 0.25% with a lower limit: ± 0.25 mm (0.01")
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Lead times from 1 business day
3D Printing Service Hull
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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Over 6 million parts delivered to 35,000+ companies
Our 3D printing capabilities
We have over 90 3D printing shops in our network and are well known for manufacturing high-quality parts at competitive prices, from rapid prototyping with Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) to functional end parts made with Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) or Multi Jet Fusion (MJF).
FDM
SLS
SLS
Functional prototyping & low-run production
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Dimensional accuracy of ± 0.3% with a lower limit of ± 0.3 mm (± 0.0118″)
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Lead times from 3 business days
MJF
MJF
Functional prototyping & low-run production
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Dimensional accuracy of ± 0.5% with a lower limit of ± 0.5 mm (± 0.020″)
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Lead times from 3 business days
SLA
SLA
Visual prototyping
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Dimensional accuracy of ± 0.2% with a lower limit of ± 0.127 mm (± 0.005")
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Lead times from 2 business days
Not sure about which process is the correct one for your part design? Read more about
Selecting the right 3D printing process.
Gallery of 3D printed parts manufactured by Hubs
With over 65,000 customers from every industry, including aerospace, defense, robotics, medical, machinery, automotive and electronics, we have extensive experience meeting a diverse range of 3D printing requirements, from prototyping to production: Visual aids, concept models, injection-molding prototypes, form-fit & function prototypes, tooling and casting patterns, jigs, grips and fixtures, and durable end parts.
Instant, online 3D printing quotes
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Upload a CAD to start (STEP, STP, IGES, IGS, SLDPRT, 3DM, SAT, STL, OBJ or X_T)
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Price updates in real-time as you change materials, lead time, etc..
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No hidden costs. Our instant quotes are not just indications, but the actual price, and include shipping and customs up front.
Our ordering process
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Upload your CAD to our
online quoting platform
Confirm specs
Configure your part specifications and select a lead time that suits your schedule
Production
We select the best manufacturer for your order, and production begins immediately
Quality control
We take full responsibility for making sure your parts are manufactured according to our standards
Delivery
Our 3D printing service has been rated 4.9/5
Over 253 customers are satisfied with our 3D printing service.
“Very good print received only one day after ordering. Very happy.”
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Daniel, Hull
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent quality.... probably better than the originals! Very easy to deal with and great communication! Would highly recommend ”
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Justin, Hull
Standard ABS, FDM
“Great speedy service. Ordered on a Sunday, got back to me in 10 minutes. 4 Prints were recived by Thursday. Very good print quality. Would Definitely recommend and use again. :)”
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James, Gainsborough
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellant service very quick first rate service”
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Stephen, Lincolnshire
Standard TPU, FDM
“Great and quick experience with the 3D printing, would definitely use again and recommend to others!”
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Lauren, Lincoln
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great price and very fast turn around for a large batch of identical parts. Much appreciated.”
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Timothy, York
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Very happy with the service received and the quality of the product.”
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Peter, Lincoln
Standard PLA, FDM
“Placed order Saturday - got parts the next day - ok same town as me but if that's not top service I don't know what is !!! ”
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Michael, Lincoln
Standard ABS, FDM
“Rapid turn around time and excellent print quality. ”
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Samuel, Lincoln
Standard ABS, FDM
“Excellent service- quick and great quality. Would recommend.”
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joseph, York
Standard PLA, FDM
“Everything throughout the process was a quick as possible without loss of quality or service. ”
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jacob, York
FDM
“Thank you! Super quick service. Would definitely recommend!”
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Fay, Doncaster
Standard PLA, FDM
“Quick turn around. Great communication. Great print. Would use again!”
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Joshua, Doncaster
Standard ABS, FDM
“First time I've ever had anything 3d printed. Smooth transaction, quick turn-around, and well packaged. Would use again.”
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Roger, Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very quick and very happy with the quality and professionalism of this company. ”
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luke, Worksop
Standard ABS, FDM
“Once again, excellent service and product quality.”
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Geoff, Pontefract
Standard Nylon, SLS
“Good service and comms. Parts printed were as expected. Quick delivery. ”
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Andrew, Upton
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great service as always, highly recommended. ”
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Jason, Nottingham
Standard ABS, FDM
“Joy to order from. Keeped informed all the way. And offered extra advise without asking”
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Kevin, Leicestershire
Standard ABS, FDM
“A superb print, as always. Thanks very much”
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Ron, Guisborough
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Print perfect first time. Really pleased, did the job perfectally”
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Daniel, Mansfield
Standard ABS, FDM
“My first time ordering a 3D printed item from any website. I couldn't be happier with the service or quality of product received. Will definitely be ordering more miniatures soon!”
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Matthew, Nottingham
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Fantastic quality, clean part, well packaged and delivered quickly. Recommended and I'll be ordering parts again.”
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Thomas, Sheffield
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Very good quality prints with a quick turnaround. Many thanks!”
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Joseph, Sheffield
Standard ABS, FDM
“Delighted, great quality and speedy service”
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Andy, Stamford
Standard PETG, FDM
The Hubs Standard - consistent quality, every time
Hubs takes the stress out of manufacturing by guaranteeing the quality and consistency of every part. Each order is dimensionally and visually inspected to make sure it meets the Hubs Standard.
3D printing materials
We can generate instant 3D printing quotes for 25+ plastics. For metal 3D-printed parts, you can request a quote from our parent company, Protolabs.
Available materials
We can source any other material on request, but quotes take up to 48 hours.
The 3D Printing Handbook
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FAQ's
How much does your 3D printing service cost?
The cost of your 3D printed parts depends on factors such as part volume, part complexity, choice of material, which 3D printing technology is used, and if any post processing is required. For more details on these cost factors, see our article on the cost of 3d printing. To check the cost of your 3D printed part, simply upload a CAD (.STL) file and select your material and 3D printing technology to receive a quote within seconds.
How do you guarantee the quality of my prints?
Your parts are made by experienced 3D printing shops within our network. All facilities are regularly audited to ensure they consistently meet the Hubs quality standard. We include a standardized inspection report with every order and offer a First Article Inspection service on orders of 100+ units.
We have partners in our network with the following certifications, available on request: ISO9001, ISO13485 and AS9100.
Follow this link to read more about our quality assurance measures.
How do I select the right 3D printing process for my prints?
You can select the right 3D printing process by examining which materials suit your need and what your use case is.
By material: if you already know which material you would like to use, selecting a 3D printing process is relatively easy, as many materials are technology specific.
By use case: once you know whether you need a functional or visual part, choosing a process is easy.
For more help, read our guide to selecting the right 3D printing process. Find out more about Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) and Stereolithography (SLA).
How can I reduce the cost of my 3D prints?
In order to reduce the cost of your 3D prints you need to understand the impact certain factors have on cost. The main cost influencing factors are the material type, individual part volume, printing technology and post-processing requirements.
Once these have been decided, an easy way to further cut costs is to reduce the amount of material used. This can be done by decreasing the size of your model, hollowing it out, and eliminating the need for support structures.
To learn more, read our full guide on how to reduce the cost of 3D printing.
Where can I learn more about 3D printing?
Our knowledge base is full of in-depth design guidelines, explanations on process and surface finishes, and information on how to create and use CAD files. Our 3D printing content has been written by an expert team of engineers and technicians over the years.
See our complete engineering guide to 3D printing for a full breakdown of the different 3D printing technologies and materials. If you want even more 3D printing, then check out our acclaimed 3D printing handbook here.
More design & application resources for 3D printing
We have an extensive range of online resources developed to help engineers improve their capabilities.
Post processing & finishing
Our other manufacturing capabilities
CNC machining
CNC machining
Milling (3-, 4- & full 5-axis), turning and post-processing
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50+ metals and plastics & 10 surface finishes
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Tolerances down to ±.0008” (0.020 mm)
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Lead times from 5 business days
Sheet metal fabrication
Sheet metal fabrication
Laser cutting, bending, post-processing
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6 metals & 9 surface finishes
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Tolerances down to ±.004” (0.010 mm)
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Lead times from 5 business days
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