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3D Printing Cost Calculator

Calculate the cost of a 3D print based on material and energy usage.
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How to Use

Step-by-step instructions
  1. 1Enter the weight of the print (grams).
  2. 2Enter the cost of your filament spool ($/kg).
  3. 3Enter the print time (hours).
  4. 4Enter your electricity rate ($/kWh) and printer power (Watts).
  5. 5The calculator will estimate the total cost.

Total Cost

Sums the cost of filament used and electricity consumed during the print.
Cost = Material + Energy

Variables:

Material(Weight / 1000) × Price/kg
Energy(Watts × Hours / 1000) × Rate

Example

Small Part

Inputs:

Weight:50g
Filament:$25/kg
Time:4 hrs
Power:200W

Steps:

  1. 1.Material = (50 * 25) / 1000 = $1.25
  2. 2.Energy = (200 * 4 / 1000) * 0.15 = 0.8 kWh * 0.15 = $0.12
  3. 3.Total = 1.25 + 0.12 = $1.37
Result:
$1.37

Frequently Asked Questions

What about machine depreciation?

This calculator only covers variable costs (material and energy). For commercial pricing, you should add a markup for machine wear, labor, and failure rate.