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 Leicester
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
Receive instant quote
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 299 customers are satisfied with our 3D printing service.
“Great service. Had multiple orders sorted by this hub”
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Nathan, Leicester
Standard TPU, FDM
“Model looking better than expected and hub was a great help, great service”
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Callum, Leicester
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent service and communication, always works within the expected timeframe and great print quality with clear communication if there are any problems.”
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Nadia, Leicester
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent. The one word that can describe the service provide, the parts produced. ”
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Morgan, Leicester
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great quality prints, good value and fast! ”
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gareth, Leicester
Standard PLA, FDM
“Excellent service and communication. The print was for my final aesthetic model of my final major project and i could not be happier with the service and quality.”
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Anish, Thurmaston
Rubber-like resin, SLA/DLP
“Quick response professional service, Recommend Highly.”
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richard, Loughborough
Standard Nylon, FDM
“So happy with my prints - Steve was able to recommend which print machine would be the best for my prints and was helpful throughout the order.”
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Olivia, Leicester
Standard PLA, FDM
“Very good quality for fine 3d prints! I needed a good finish for a 3rd year major project (aesthetic version) and wasn't disapointed.”
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william, leicester
FDM
“Prints received quickly and of amazing quality! Thank you so much”
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Liam, Loughborough
Clear resin, SLA/DLP
“good quality, customer service and delivery ”
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Daniel, Loughborough
Standard PLA, FDM
“If you're looking for fast affordable prints with great quality and service then look no further. ”
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Archie, Loughborough
Carbon-fiber reinforced Nylon, FDM
“Amazing, so quick and so reasonably priced! Also such a helpful person and he also took all the supports off and cleaned them up perfectly. Thank you so much!”
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Elle, Loughborough
Standard PLA, FDM
“Fantastic prints of ninjaflex. Great service. Parts came out great ”
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Adam, Loughborough
Standard TPU, FDM
“Very outstanding person, prints are done in perfect conditions! recommended!”
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julius, loughborough
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great value and very fast, would use again”
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Jack, Loughborough
Clear resin, SLA/DLP
“Great chap! Good to work with and reliable. Highly recommend. ”
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Luke, Loughborough
Standard PLA, FDM
“These are by far the best prints Ive had. I was starting to loose faith in the method but Im beyond happy with these now”
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Matthew, Coalville
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Very fast, high quality print, very good job of cleaning up the support material.”
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Peter , Rugby
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Very communicative, accommodating and friendly. Parts received were of great quality and posted quickly. Excellent experience all round. 5*”
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James, Hinckley
Standard PLA, FDM
“Came quick and response is fast and helpful.”
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Jamie, Tollerton
Standard ABS, FDM
“Superb. Will definitely order from again.”
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Ben, Clifton
Standard resin, SLA/DLP
“Awesome stuff, great prints, lovely work :)”
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Paul, Nottingham
Standard PLA, FDM
“Great service - parts are spot on, really good quality. Customer service and communication all top notch. I would highly recommend this hub for your printing needs, I know I'll be back!”
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Stephen, Beeston
Standard PETG, FDM
“Quick printing time, good quality product. No Issues”
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Michael, Long Eaton
Standard PLA, 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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