3D Printing Service (PAN India)

[slippery]

Hello everyone!

It’s been great connecting with so many of you interested in 3D printing! I’m updating this post with clearer details on my services, pricing, and FAQs.

Please reach out to me via the DMs for order-related queries.

To view reviews and feedback from past 3d printing orders, please visit my profile.

You can find ny old 3D printing thread (old TE) here.

Currently putting together a small gallery of personal and ordered prints that I’ll be sharing here soon.

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The Printer

I now have a Bambu Lab A1 with a generous print bed size of 256 x 256 x 256 mm³. This means I can print much larger models for you!

The printer supports PLA, PETG, and TPU, although I am currently stocking only PLA and PETG filaments.

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Filament Materials & Colors (Currently in Stock)

• PLA: ₹2/gram

  • White
  • Black
  • Light Pink/Beige
  • Salmon Pink
  • Teal
  • Olive/Army Green
  • Dark Grey
  • Light Grey

• PLA Matte: ₹2.2/gram

  • Red
  • Blue
  • Bubblegum Pink

• PETG: ₹2.5/gram

  • Black
  • White
  • Light Grey

• PLA Marble: ₹2.5/gram

  • White

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Pricing Structure

My pricing aims to be transparent and covers material, electricity, wear & tear, failed prints, and a small margin for my time and effort.

• Base Fee: ₹100 per order (This covers setup time and basic handling, regardless of the number/size of prints within the order).

• Material Cost:

  • PLA (Standard): ₹2 per gram
  • PLA Matte: ₹2.2 per gram
  • PLA Marble: ₹2.5 per gram
  • PETG: ₹2.5 per gram

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Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I send you the 3D files?

  • You can send me the 3D files (preferably .stl or .3mf) via DM. Please specify if you have any preferred print settings or if you’d like me to use my optimized settings.

• Can you design 3D models for me?

  • Please note that I do not offer custom 3D modeling services beyond very basic/small changes. I require the final 3D model files to print.

• How can I estimate the material usage/weight of a print?

  • You can browse popular models and get an idea of their weight at:

    • MakerWorld
    • Printables
    • Thingiverse
    • Yeggi (An aggregator site that shows models from various sources)

    (Do note that the final weight is typically more because I print with stronger default settings)

• Do you offer multicolor prints?

  I do not have AMS but can do basic multicolor prints by adding manual pauses or printing components separately.

• What is a “print bed size”?

  The print bed size (256 x 256 x 256 mm³) refers to the maximum dimensions (length x width x height) of an object that my printer can create. If your design is larger than these dimensions, it would need to be split into smaller, printable parts that can then be assembled.

• What is your policy on shipping?

  • For local pickup, you can collect your prints personally in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
  • For PAN India shipping, I can ship items at cost. Shipping costs will be agreed upon based on the size of the shipment and distance.

• How should I send order-related queries?

  • Please send all order-related queries directly via DM (Direct Message) to keep this thread clear for general inquiries and avoid clutter.

About Materials & Usage

• What kind of things can be 3D printed?

  • The possibilities are vast! People print anything from functional parts like brackets, gears, and custom enclosures, to artistic models, figurines, prototypes, cosplay props, and even organizational tools for their homes. If you can design it (or find a design for it), it can likely be printed within the printer’s size limits.

• How strong are 3D printed parts and models?

  The single biggest factor deciding the strenght of a 3D printed part is its design – that matters more than any other setting or material. I print with the expetation that all load-bearing 3D prints will fail at some point, it could be 3 months or 12 months, but if it is poorly designed parts, it will break much sooner.

• Can you design 3D models for me?

  • Please note that I do not offer custom 3D modeling services beyond very basic/small changes (e.g., resizing, simple cuts). I require the final 3D model files (like .stl or .3mf) to be able to print. If you need a model designed, I recommend checking online communities for freelance designers!

• Why is pricing “per gram”? How much does that usually cost for small items?

  • Pricing per gram ensures fairness and transparency, as it directly reflects the amount of material used for your specific print. For small items, the cost is usually very low! For example, a small keychain might only weigh 5-10 grams, costing around ₹10-₹20 (plus the base fee). A larger, more complex item will naturally use more material and cost more.

• What are the different filament materials you offer, and when should I choose one over the other?

  • I currently stock PLA, PLA Matte, PLA Marble, and PETG.

    • PLA (Polylactic Acid): This is the most common and easiest filament to print. It’s great for general-purpose models, decorative items, prototypes, and parts that don’t need to withstand high temperatures or significant stress. It’s rigid but can be brittle. It deforms around 50-60°C.

    • PLA Matte: Similar properties to standard PLA but with a non-glossy, matte finish that can hide layer lines better and looks more professional.

    • PLA Marble: Also similar to standard PLA in properties, but infused with specks that give it a stone-like, marble appearance, perfect for aesthetic prints.

    • PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol): A more durable and flexible plastic than PLA. It’s more temperature-resistant (up to about 80°C), stronger, and less brittle. Ideal for functional parts, outdoor use, and items that need to withstand more wear and tear. It can be a bit trickier to print than PLA.

  • While my printer also supports TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane), a very flexible and rubber-like material, I am not currently stocking it. It’s excellent for items like phone cases, flexible joints, or anything that needs to bend or be soft. Let me know if you’re interested in something and I can place an order.

• What is “infill” and how does it affect my print?

  “Infill” refers to the internal structure of your 3D print. Instead of printing an object as a solid block of plastic, the printer creates an internal pattern (like a honeycomb or grid) at a specified density.

  Lower infill means the print is lighter, generally weaker, and has poor structural integrity. Lower & default values are at 15% infill. I will print items by default at 25% infill for strength, unless specified otherwise in instructions.

  Another equally (or arguably more) important setting is Walls. In essence, more walls = more rigidity and strength. Default is 2 walls but I print at 4 walls for increased durability, unless specified otherwise in instructions.

• What’s the turnaround time?

  Turnaround time mostly depends on how many orders I already have but I can typically ship out orders in 2-3 days for smaller orders and 5-7 days on much larger orders.

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Notices & Updates

TechEnclave Forum Migration: Since we’ve just recently updated to the new platform, I am still getting used to everything and the features. I wanted to get this post up and running so people can reach out.

I will contiune to update this post with pictures and more details in the coming days (currently typing this at the Mahindra service center lol).

[N-TEch.11]

I’m looking for Resin printing if you do or know someone who does it.

[drumstick]

i think theres a small issue?

[slippery]

Man… apologies for the double posts. Still getting used to the new platform and it’s not the most intuitive coming from the old one. Anyway, here are some images:

[thanatos]

Got a few fan shrouds, PCIe fan adapters, Earpad protectors, and I/O Backplates printed some days ago. OP has been very responsive and helpful throughout the process.

Fan Shrouds/Spacers:

Fan airflow diverters:

PCIe fan adapters for various sizes:

I/O Blackplates and 80mm fan exhaust adapter:

Earpads cover (had to put a couple of holes later):

[GPMlore]

Ordered a couple of Dell HDD to SSD caddies and received them today — they turned out great and fit the HDD tray perfectly. Honestly didn’t expect the material to be this strong. Both caddies were accidentally dropped twice today (by my dog), but they’re so tough there’s barely any damage.

Slippery (the vendor) was very helpful with suggestions and honest about the pricing. Overall, a great experience with my first 3D printed items. Thanks for the service.

Update - price 215 for each caddy, 100 - ordering charges, courier charges - 115

[aseem00r]

Will large (700gm-1.5kg) orders get any discounts?

[Rayman]

If it’s not too much trouble please post the pricing of the final product wherever possible. I believe it will help gain more customers.

[Moon1530]

got multiple prints from slippery over the past few months, prompt delivery and very good prints.

[Revivable]

Ordered few items around 2 weeks ago and received them on Saturday.

The final products have pretty good finish.

Just a note: the package was slightly damaged, and I informed Slippery about it before accepting the delivery. He told me to record an unboxing video and assured that he would ship a replacement if anything was broken or missing. Luckily, everything turned out fine.

[sakana]

pm’ed a request

[raksrules]

Have “placed an order”, not sure if right way to put it. Hoping to see it soon and will show everyone too here.

[Tobikage]

Got some Drive sled pieces printed for my Ultra24.
The friction fit as designed , fits like a glove on these.

Also got some of these Honda logos printed and
@slippery was kind enough to include a couple of extra pieces which he considered as failed prints but they are fine for my use case since I’ll be sanding and painting them anyway.

Turnaround time was very quick.
Packing was excellent.

[iPwnz]

I would like a custom name print something like the “Honda” here but you’ll have to do it for me if possible. Would you accept? How thick would the plate be? I want to stick them to my walls and everything using a double-sided tape.

[slippery]

@iPwnz

Sure, text/vector graphics is really simple. If you can provide me an SVG file (you can use whatever font you want), I can just print that.

Thickness (height) can be what you want as well.

As for size, each letter can be printed separately to maximize size (25x25x25 cm build plate) or it can be printed altogether at once.

[Paget89]

perfect fit and finish prompt service and good packaging
kudos to slipppery

[BinaryBard]

I am thinking of getting a couple of things from 3D4U - Know-how meets 3D printing. | Miele printed.

Could you take a look at the vacuum cleaners section to help me with an estimate?

[slippery]

Hiya, I’ve just DM’d you with an estimate.

[sama]

Firstly, I appreciate the patience from @slippery as I kept figuring out and making requests after the initial order, while also helping out with alternatives. I had arranged the pickup and had issue with Shadowfax at his end, Delhivery at mine, before finally getting DTDC to complete the shipping, though they took their own sweet time to deliver.

This was my first time going out the 3D print route and decided it was worth a try with custom designs rather than going the commercial way for accessories.

The end result for the Ally accessories was as expected. The feel, fit and finish is good. Not sure what to put down to the design and what to the printing result, but if I were to criticize, some of the items have uneven edges, there are few flat spots along curves and some protrusions sticking out, which does catch the eye.

However, I know where this is coming from, and I suppose multiple prints would be required to get everything right, which is just not feasible and on the whole the price to value ratio is phenomenal.

Also, had some accessories printed for my Skadis board and those really exceed expectations, as I thought it would be a problem.

One thing that didn’t go to plan is the headphone stand where it seems the tolerance was too low and precision required was too high, so the pegs don’t fit in to the holes. Will require manually shaping the pegs but probably wouldn’t have time for it and hence will lie unused.

Overall, excited to try out more designs in the future once I can figure out bits and pieces I would need regularly. Probably also have to pay more attention to the designs being used as this was a rush job at my end.

[Paget89]

Another order in place