3D Print Cost Calculator
Calculate the cost of 3D printing with FDM technology.
M3DP FDM 3D Print Cost Calculator
A comprehensive tool based on the Seregi & Ficzere (2025) cost model, expanded for business and hobbyist quoting.
Saves/Loads all calculator inputs including job parameters, materials, machine settings, and pricing.
Currency
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1. Job Parameters
2. Material & Labor
Support Material (Optional)
Labor Costs
3. My Material Library
4. Machine Operation
5. Tooling (Eq 5)
6. Finishing & Post-Processing (Optional)
Mechanical Finishing
Chemical Post-Processing (Eq 2)
7. Markup (Optional)
Reference Guides
Nozzle Lifespan Reference Guide
Nozzle lifespan depends on the nozzle material and the filament being printed. Abrasive filaments (carbon fiber, glow-in-the-dark, wood-fill) will destroy brass nozzles very quickly.
| Nozzle Material | Filament Type | Est. Lifespan (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Brass | Standard (PLA, ABS, PETG) | 10 - 25 kg+ |
| Brass | Abrasive (CF, Wood, Glow) | < 1 kg (as low as 0.25 kg) |
| Stainless Steel | Standard & Light Abrasive | 20 - 50 kg+ |
| Hardened Steel | All, incl. Heavy Abrasive | 50 - 100 kg+ |
| Ruby / Nozzle X | All, incl. Heavy Abrasive | 100 kg++ |
Nozzle Size Reference Guide
Nozzle diameter (size) is a trade-off between print speed and detail.
| Nozzle Size (mm) | Typical Use Case |
|---|---|
| 0.15 - 0.25 | Extreme detail (e.g., miniatures), very slow. Prone to clogging. |
| 0.40 (Standard) | Best all-around balance of speed and detail. Default on most printers. |
| 0.60 | Faster prints, stronger parts. Good for abrasive filaments. Loses fine detail. |
| 0.80 - 1.00+ | Very fast "draft" prints or large structural parts. Very low detail. |
Cost Summary
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Total Job Cost (1 parts):
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Cost per Part:
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Cost Breakdown (per Build Plate)
Material
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Labor
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Machine
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Tooling
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Finishing
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1. Material Cost
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2. Labor Cost
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3. Machine Operation
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4. Tooling
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5. Finishing & Post-Processing
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Subtotal (Base Cost)
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Failure Rate Markup (5%)
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Total Build Plate Cost
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Quick Metrics
Total Print Time
1.00 hr
Total Mass
10 g
Cost per Print Hour
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Cost per Gram
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