Volume print size

Our Flashforge FDM printer has a volume print size of 230mm x 150mm x 155mm.

If your print exceeds the maximum build size, we can split your model into multiple prints.

We print using PLA material. Various colours available.

Flashforge

Files accepted

In order to print your model we would need a digital file. Below is a list of 3d file formats we accept:

STL (Can be exported from various 3d software programs)
SKP (SketchUp 3d model)
OBJ (Can be exported from various 3d software programs)

If you do not have a 3d model to print, we can model from your plans, sections and elevations to create a digital model ready to print.

PLA colours

We can print in the following PLA material colours:

White

White

Black

Black

Grey

Grey

Red

Red

Yellow

Yellow

Orange

Orange

Light Blue

Light Blue

Blue

Blue

Green

Green

Dark Green

Dark Green

Pink

Pink

Brown

Brown

Print resolution:

We can print at various resolutions depending on your budget and the finish you are after.

High resolution

Resolution: 0.08mm

Print Time: 3hrs

Best for: Final design/ presenting

Printing cost: Mid to high

Highcount

Standard resolution

Resolution: 0.18mm

Print Time: 1.5hrs

Best for: Mid level price vs finish ratio

Printing cost: Average

Midcount

Low resolution

Resolution: 0.3mm

Print Time: 45mins

Best for: Quick concept models

Printing cost: Low

Lowcount

Print-ready models

3d printing has limitations when it comes to printing a digital model. We can check for fixing errors and repair some issues through our flashprint program. It may be that some models will need to be altered through the original software program to fix such issues as: Filling holes, resizing parts, strengthening components and hollowing the model to reduce material usage & costs.

Hollow objects

Please consider hollowing objects that do not need to be solid to save on material. Wall thicknesses should be approx 5mm thick.

Solidmodel

Hollowmodel

Hollowing out an object can save on material

Post print

Our model makers can combine your 3d printed models with a range of processes and techniques in our professional workshop. We can add the finishing touches including: Clean up, sanding, spray finishing, attaching multiple prints together, adding non printed components. See Our Approach for more details.