The 3D Printing Handbook by Hubs
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Get an instant 3D Printing quote All uploads are secure and confidentialOur 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 specialize in four 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.
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“Bought many parts from this supplier. Easy to work with and delivers quality parts quickly.”
“Printed a second part for me because of a very small defect on the first one, and gave me both. The defect was fairly insignificant and I would have accepted the first part. Very good customer service. ”
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“Thanks for doing 2nd! I wasn't sure if the inner tie would print well and since it only worked once will not try that again.”
“Project came out great, thank you for the extra pieces.”
“Provider is very helpful with ideas, and provides feedback on what is working and what isn't. I have paid a bit more to use them again, and local pick-up is very helpful for efficiency and cost.”
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“As always, a pleasure to do business with.”
“Easy to submit project, and professional communication and printing. Good job!”
“We received compliments from our customer printing files at 100 micron.”
“Thanks for re-printing the ones with voids! The parts look great!”
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Need help choosing? See our guide to selecting the right 3D printing process.
3D printing process
FDM | SLA | SLS | MJF | |
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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. |
Need help choosing? We have a whole range of resources on selecting the right 3D printing material for your application
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Resin | Post-cure time (mins) | Post-cure temperature |
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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 |
Every order includes our standard inspection report. Further reports and certifications are available on request, submit an order to begin.
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