You may be a student, a hobbyist, or maybe even a professional. But how do you save costs if you have a low production budget?
We have some tips to get you going with the best price that you can have.
FDM
Tip 1) Choose materials wisely.
If you do not have a constraint on the material choice, we recommend that you use some primary colour PLA filament as your main choice. Any other premium filament will have high overhead costs.
Tip 2) Choose the best Infil:
We recommend that you use 20% infill since it is the standard and does not have high overhead costs. By using any other type, you will have a higher cost
Tip 3:) Choose the best infill type:
We recommend that you use the best coating infill type. By choosing the ”Quick Infill’ you will be saving costs. up to 10% or higher
Tip 4) Optimize your file
Optimize your 3D File so that it is the most effective orientation. If the AI analyzer finds the orientation difficult to print in, it will lead to a high cost. So, if you have a print that is thin and tall, if it fits in our print dimensions, lay the model flat when uploading for a lesser cost
Tip 5) Avoid Curves
Every single curve will increase print time. If possible, replace curves with straight lines for effective cost reduction.
Tip 6) Keep the overall size of your model small
A small model will help save costs. A bigger print takes more time, increasing costs.
The most ideal setting for the lowest cost will be:
Filament Type: PLA
Coating (infill Type): Quick Infill
Infill: 20%
SLA
Tip 1} Choose the right Resin
If strength and flexibility are not key, choosing the standard resin is the best option to have a low cost.
Tip 2} Prevent Hollow structures requiring supports
Hollow structures that require supports will have an overhead charge, as supports require more material. So, making your model solid will be a major cost-reducing factor.
For an optimized cost, our suggestion is:
Material: Standard Grey Resin
Infil: 20
