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  • PLA · ABS · ASA · TPU · Nylon
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Fused filament fabrication in engineering thermoplastics. Machine time billed per cm3 of material (approx 15 cm3/h planning rate).
Easy, low-cost; prototypes and visual models. Suggested infill 10-100%. Planning basis GBP 20/kg.
Higher impact resistance than standard PLA. Suggested infill 15-100%. Planning basis GBP 26/kg.
Tougher modified PLA. Suggested infill 15-100%. Planning basis GBP 20/kg.
Good layer adhesion; general functional use. Suggested infill 15-100%. Planning basis GBP 24/kg.
Heat resistant, tough. Printed in an enclosure. Suggested infill 15-100%. Planning basis GBP 22/kg.
UV and weather resistant; outdoor parts. Suggested infill 15-100%. Planning basis GBP 28/kg.
Strong, tough, wear resistant. Dried before printing. Suggested infill 20-100%. Planning basis GBP 50/kg.
Stiff and dimensionally stable. Suggested infill 20-100%. Planning basis GBP 60/kg.
High stiffness and strength; structural parts. Suggested infill 20-100%. Planning basis GBP 65/kg.
Stiffer than PETG. Suggested infill 15-100%. Planning basis GBP 35/kg.
UV-resistant and stiff. Suggested infill 15-100%. Planning basis GBP 45/kg.
Easy carbon-fibre composite; decorative and functional. Suggested infill 15-100%. Planning basis GBP 35/kg.
High heat and impact resistance. Suggested infill 20-100%. Planning basis GBP 45/kg.
Very stiff, high-temperature composite. Suggested infill 20-100%. Planning basis GBP 65/kg.
Flexible, abrasion resistant. Suggested infill 10-100%. Planning basis GBP 32/kg.
Softer flexible parts. Suggested infill 10-100%. Planning basis GBP 45/kg.
Lightweight, chemical resistant. Suggested infill 10-100%. Planning basis GBP 38/kg.
Soluble support material. Suggested infill 10-100%. Planning basis GBP 50/kg.
Very light – displays and visual mock-ups
Light – general prototypes, low-load parts
Typical FDM default – good cost/speed balance
Medium – functional prototypes, brackets, enclosures
Medium – common production setting
Heavy – load-bearing functional parts
Heavy – load-bearing functional parts
Very heavy – high-load parts and fixtures
Very heavy – consider more walls instead
Solid – maximum strength, sealing or machining stock
£25Minimum order
5+Materials in stock
100MBMax upload size
UKPrinted & shipped

How it works

From STL to doorstep in four steps

No email chains, no waiting for a sales rep. Upload, configure, and your parts go straight onto the print queue.

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Upload your model

Drop an STL, OBJ or ZIP straight into the builder — up to 100MB. Your file stays private.

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Choose material & colour

Pick from PLA, ABS, ASA, TPU or Nylon and see your part rendered live in 3D.

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Get your price

An instant estimate based on your part’s actual geometry. Pay securely online there and then, or request a quote first.

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We print & ship

Every file is checked by a human before it hits a machine, then printed and shipped anywhere in the UK.

Materials

Engineering materials, stocked and ready

All materials below are priced live in the quote builder. Need something special? Ask us — we can usually source it.

MaterialBest forCharacter
PLAPrototypes, visual models, form & fit checksCrisp detail, rigid, easy to print big
ABSFunctional parts, enclosures, bracketsTough, heat resistant, machinable
ASAOutdoor parts, automotive trim, fixturesUV stable, weather resistant
TPU 90AGaskets, grips, bumpers, wearablesFlexible, abrasion resistant
NylonGears, hinges, load-bearing partsStrong, wear resistant, slightly flexible
PA-CFStiff structural parts, drone & jig workCarbon fibre reinforced — on request

Why PrintShape

A print bureau that acts like part of your team

Instant pricing

No quote forms that vanish into an inbox. Upload a model and see an estimate in seconds.

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UK based, UK shipped

Printed here, posted here. No customs surprises, no three-week sea freight.

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Every file checked

A human reviews every model for printability before it hits a machine — we’ll flag problems, not print them.

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Engineering materials

From easy PLA to carbon-reinforced nylon — matched to how your part actually gets used.

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No minimum run

Order one part or five hundred. Small runs are the whole point, not an inconvenience.

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Talk to the printer

Questions go to the people running the machines, not a call centre. Real advice, fast.

FAQ

Questions, answered

What file formats can I upload?

STL, OBJ, or a ZIP containing your model, up to 100MB. Export from any CAD package — Fusion 360, SolidWorks, FreeCAD, Blender, Onshape — and drop it straight into the builder above.

How does the instant estimate work?

The builder measures your model’s real volume and dimensions in the browser, then prices it against the material you choose. A real engineer confirms the final quote before anything is printed, so there are no surprises later.

Is there a minimum order?

Our minimum order value is £25. There’s no minimum quantity — one part is fine, five hundred is fine too.

How do I pay?

Straight from the quote builder — hit “Pay & order now” and you’ll be taken to a secure Stripe checkout that takes all major cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Prefer a human check first? Use “Request a Quote” instead and we’ll confirm everything by email.

How fast will I get my parts?

Most orders are on a machine within a working day of quote confirmation. Tell us your deadline in the comments box and we’ll work to it — express turnaround and shipping options are available.

Are my design files kept private?

Yes. Your files are used solely to quote and print your parts, are never shared, and we’re happy to sign an NDA for commercially sensitive work.

What if my model isn’t printable?

We check every file before printing. If there’s a wall too thin, an unstable overhang or a broken mesh, we’ll tell you what to change — or fix it for you where we can — rather than printing something that will fail.

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