1. Material
Material cost is spool price divided by 1,000, times grams consumed. For batches, total is divided by part count.
Methodology
How Calc3D calculates 3D print cost and price
The calculator organizes project costs in reviewable steps. Check each assumption, adjust for your operation, and compare production cost to suggested price.
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2. Machine and energy
Energy uses average power, print time, and kWh rate. Depreciation uses machine value divided by estimated useful life in hours.
3. Labor and extras
Setup, finishing, packaging, hardware, and other materials are separate so manual work does not disappear from the quote.
4. Failures and price
Failure rate reserves part of subtotal for losses. Then markup turns production cost into suggested price.
Calc3D method
Use full true cost before you charge
The recommended formula adds material, energy, machine wear, labor, packaging, failures, and target profit. So the quote does not depend only on weight in grams.
Read the full methodology1. MaterialPart weight and true filament cost.
2. ProductionPrint time, energy, and machine wear.
3. LaborSetup, finishing, packaging, and support.
4. ProtectionFailures, rework, and profit margin.
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References and review
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Frequently asked questions
Does the methodology include taxes and marketplace fees?
The public calculator simulates without marketplace fees and taxes. In the app, you can add them when they apply.
Does the formula guarantee ideal price?
No. It organizes costs and assumptions. Demand, competition, urgency, finishing, and perceived value still need business judgment.
Why can the example change?
Results depend on inputs. Change weight, time, material, machine, labor, failure, and margin to match your scenario.
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