How It Works
Three simple steps to get accurate calculations
1
Set Your Pricing & Sales Details
Enter your sale price, platform fees, and expected reject rates to establish revenue parameters.
2
Input Production Costs
Add material costs, print time, energy consumption, labor rates, and equipment specifications.
3
Analyze Your Profitability
Review detailed cost breakdowns, profit margins, break-even analysis, and business recommendations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I calculate the true cost of 3D printing?
True cost includes material (filament), energy consumption, labor for post-processing, equipment depreciation, platform fees, reject allowance, and other expenses like packaging. Our calculator factors in all these elements for accurate pricing.
What is equipment depreciation and why does it matter?
Equipment depreciation spreads your printer's initial cost over its expected lifespan. This ensures you're pricing items to eventually recover your equipment investment, making your business sustainable long-term.
How should I account for failed prints?
The reject rate percentage accounts for prints that fail and need reprinting. This cost is built into your pricing to ensure failed prints don't eliminate your profits. A typical reject rate is 2-5% for experienced operators.
What's a good profit margin for 3D printing?
A healthy profit margin for 3D printing is typically 30-50%. This accounts for business growth, unexpected costs, and provides buffer for price competition. Margins below 20% may not be sustainable long-term.
How do I reduce my printing costs?
Reduce costs by optimizing print settings for efficiency, buying filament in bulk, improving print success rates, using energy-efficient printers, and streamlining post-processing workflows.
Should I include my time in labor costs?
Yes, especially for post-processing tasks like support removal, sanding, or painting. Value your time appropriately - even if you enjoy the work, your time has economic value that should be reflected in pricing.
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