3D Print (FDM)
Prototypes, jigs and functional plastic parts — plus custom special requests up to 1×1×1 m at $150/kg.
Australian digital manufacturing
Upload your design.
See it. Price it. Make it.
Instant AUD quotes for 3D printing, CNC, acrylic and sheet metal — services Australia-wide from our South Australian workshop.
Secure and confidential · Instant AUD pricing · No obligation
- Made in Australia
- Australia-wide
- Private CAD
- Guest quoting
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Seconds
to an instant AUD quote
7 processes
FDM · SLA · SLS · CNC · cut · wrap
Private CAD
never a public marketplace
North Plympton SA
Near Adelaide Airport · Australia-wide
Capabilities
Seven processes. One Australian workshop.
Upload first — or pick a process. Published rate cards. Instant AUD pricing.
Resin Print (SLA)
High-quality resin for miniatures, figurines and smooth presentation models.
SLS Laser Sintering
Tough nylon via selective laser sintering — isotropic strength, no support marks. AU market one-offs often A$300–A$1,500.
CNC Machining
Machined aluminium for stronger parts and tighter fits.
Acrylic Cutting
Laser-cut acrylic panels, letters and display pieces.
Metal Sheet Cutting
Flat patterns and brackets in mild steel or aluminium sheet.
Vinyl Wrap Printing
Wide-format wrap printing for vehicles, walls and graphics.
How it works
File to finished part — no sales call
Guest quoting for standard jobs. Create an account when you save or order. DFM checks land before you pay.
- 01 Upload geometry STL, 3MF, STEP, DXF, SVG or artwork — private by default. Or ask us to recommend a process.
- 02 See it & confirm Live 3D for meshes, dims in mm, envelope check, material outcomes that make sense.
- 03 Price in AUD Smart defaults first. Advanced options for engineers. Sample ladders above — your file sets the final total.
- 04 Checkout & track GST at checkout, Australia-wide delivery or pickup, status through production.
Manufacturability
DFM before checkout — not after.
Every quote checks build volume, tiny/large volumes, dense meshes and DXF path health. You see actionable warnings while you can still change the job.
- Build volume & envelope checks
- Mesh / path health signals
- Acknowledge or request staff review
What we make
Process outcomes you can quote today
High-end craft references for each process. Your upload drives the exact geometry and price.
FDM — including 1×1×1 m
Brackets and enclosures on the farm, or custom special requests up to 1×1×1 m at $150/kg.
Resin minis & detail
High-quality miniatures, figurines and presentation models with smooth cured surfaces.
SLS nylon parts
Selective laser sintering in PA12 — tough, isotropic, no support marks.
CNC from solid stock
Aluminium and engineering plastics with tolerance classes you can understand.
Acrylic cutting
Laser-cut panels, letters and display pieces with crisp edges.
Sheet metal
Flat patterns and brackets in mild steel or aluminium sheet.
Vinyl wrap
Wide-format wrap printing for vehicles, walls and graphics.
Why local
Based in South Australia. Services Australia-wide.
We’re in North Plympton near Adelaide Airport — with manufacturing and delivery to every state and territory, plus clearer communication than a broker bidding your file overseas.
- Based in SANorth Plympton, near Adelaide Airport — workshop pickup by arrangement.
- Australia-wideStandard and express delivery nationwide from our South Australian workshop.
- AUD + GST clarityPublished rate cards, no currency surprises.
- Private by defaultCAD is never listed on a public marketplace.
- Human helpStaff review when geometry or STEP needs it — chris@printables.com.au.
Quality
Tolerances you can act on
We show process-typical expectations up front — and flag geometry that needs review before you pay.
FDM
Typically ±0.2–0.5 mm · custom builds to 1×1×1 m
SLA resin
Mini-ready detail; ±0.1–0.2 mm typical for small features
SLS nylon
Typically ±0.3 mm · isotropic strength, no supports
CNC / laser
Tolerance classes and kerf-aware cut paths
Who it’s for
Beginners and engineers on the same path
Hobbyist with an STL
Outcome chips pick a material. Advanced slicer options stay closed until you need them.
Engineer with STEP
CNC stock dims, tolerance classes, and staff conversion when B-rep can’t auto-quote.
Buyer ordering volume
Live quantity ladders, locked quotes, PDF export, and portal links for teammates.
Catalog
Materials for every job
Compare polymers, resins, metals and sheet stock by process — then jump straight into a quote.
Example jobs
Typical paths through Printables
Illustrative scenarios — not customer endorsements. Real attributed case studies will replace these when approved for publication.
Tabletop minis with paint-ready finish
Upload STL → resin outcome → choose premium finish when you want supports cleaned for painting.
Why it wins: jewellery-scale detail without a hobby printer
Functional nylon without support scars
Selective laser sintering nests parts in powder — strong PA12 housings and snap-fits from one build.
Why it wins: AU market typically A$300–A$1,500 one-off · we publish a self-serve floor
Custom 1×1×1 m special requests
Oversized props and fixtures quoted as special requests at $150/kg on our metre-cube cell.
Why it wins: farm printers for everyday parts · large cell when you need the volume
FAQ
Straight answers
How fast is an instant quote?
Most jobs price in seconds from our published rate card. Complex STEP CNC files may be flagged for staff conversion before machining.
Are my files private?
Yes. Uploads are stored privately, never listed publicly, and are only used to manufacture your order. Preview links can be signed and short-lived.
What if my part needs review?
We show manufacturability warnings before checkout. You can acknowledge them, request staff review, or adjust configuration and re-quote.
Do you offer SLS, resin minis, or metre-cube prints?
Yes. SLS laser sintering in PA12 (self-serve from $108.00; AU market one-offs often A$300–A$1,500). SLA resin for high-quality miniatures and figurines. FDM custom special requests up to 1×1×1 m at $150/kg.
Do you ship Australia-wide?
Yes — we offer services Australia-wide from our workshop in North Plympton, South Australia (near Adelaide Airport). Standard and express delivery nationwide, plus workshop pickup. Carrier options are confirmed at checkout.
How are you different from Slant 3D or overseas platforms?
We’re multi-process Australian manufacturing with guest instant quoting, live 3D preview, manufacturability checks before pay, and private CAD — not a single-process US production pitch or a broker marketplace.
Ready when you are
Upload a design for an instant AUD quote — or tell us what you’re making and we’ll recommend a process.