The five line items
1. Material: weight times price per kilo, plus support and waste. 2. Machine time: hours on the printer, not just model volume. 3. Setup: file preparation, orientation and support strategy. 4. Finishing: support removal, sanding, any assembly. 5. Risk: an allowance for failed prints and reprints.
Why volume alone is not enough
Two parts with the same volume can take very different times if one needs supports or thin walls. That is why our online estimate is indicative and the final quote follows a technical review.
Quantity pricing
Setup is shared across pieces, so the price per unit falls on small runs.