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Get high-quality finished 3D-printed parts for prototyping and production. Access our selected network of manufacturing partners in Italy and get custom parts through industrial-quality online 3D printing services, produced to specification and at the best price.

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3D printing technologies

Leverage our network of 3D printing service partners for your prototypes and custom parts. With 10 3D printing technologies, we ensure the best quality and price.

With 10 3D printing technologies, we ensure the best quality and price.

Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS)

Metal powder sintered layer by layer, creating complex and durable metal parts.

Lead time: from 11 days

Build volume (mm): 500x280x340 mm

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Stereolithography (SLA)

Through UV photopolymerization, SLA creates high-resolution detailed prototypes and functional parts.

Lead time: from 11 days

Build volume (mm): 680x380x540 mm

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Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)

By sintering plastic powder layer by layer, SLS builds complex, durable objects, especially useful for functional prototypes and end-use parts.

Lead time: from 9 days

Build volume (mm): 1350x750x500 mm

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Multi Jet Fusion (MJF)

Uses polymer powders and fusing agents deposited via inkjet to build the component layer by layer, producing high-quality, detailed functional parts quickly.

Lead time: from 8 days

Build volume (mm): 380x284x380 mm

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PolyJet

By depositing layers of liquid photopolymer, PolyJet produces highly detailed, multi-material prototypes and end-use parts.

Lead time: on request

Build volume (mm): 490x380x200 mm

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Fused Model Deposition (FDM)

Builds objects layer by layer using thermoplastic filaments, making FDM an accessible and economical method.

Lead time: from 9/13 days

Build volume (mm): 914x690x914 mm

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Digital Light Processing (DLP)

Uses a digital projector to selectively cure layers of photosensitive resin, enabling fast, high-resolution printing of complex objects.

Lead time: from 9 days

Build volume (mm): 510x280x350 mm

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Large Scale

Through a deposition nozzle on a robotic arm, it creates large objects, enabling parts or structures larger than average.

Lead time: on request

Build volume (mm): 2500x2500x4000 mm

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Direct Energy Deposition (DED)

A focused energy source deposits material, suitable for repairing or adding material to existing components.

Lead time: on request

Build volume (mm): 1200x800x600 mm

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Binder Jetting

Uses a liquid binding agent to join layers of powder material, building layer by layer.

Lead time: on request

Build volume (mm): 430x310x150 mm

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3D printing materials

Plastics

Elastomers (8)

Flexible, rubber-like materials that can be sintered and used to produce parts with elastic and durable properties. 8 materials available, including:

  • TPU 95A
  • TPU 98A
  • TPU 88A
  • TPU 86A
  • TPU 70A

Polymers (30+)

Versatile materials that can be sintered into various shapes, offering a wide range of applications, from prototyping to finished products. More than 30 materials available, including:

  • PLA
  • PETG
  • ABS CF20
  • PP GF30
  • PA11
  • PA12

Engineering polymers (17+)

Advanced engineering-grade plastics offering durability, strength and heat resistance suitable for industrial applications. More than 17 materials available, including:

  • PA12 GF
  • PA6 CF15
  • PA CF (onyx)
  • ULTEM 9085
  • PEEK CF20

Resins (13+)

Liquid photopolymers that solidify when exposed to ultraviolet light, enabling high-resolution, detailed prints. More than 13 materials available, including:

  • ABS-like
  • Rubber-like
  • Accura Extreme
  • High HDT
  • Medical
  • Transparent

Metals

Aluminium alloys (2)

Metal powders sintered layer by layer with a laser (Direct Metal Laser Sintering - DMLS), offering lightness, strength and good thermal behaviour, ideal for producing strong, intricate, high-precision components.

  • AlSi10Mg - standard
  • AlSi10Mg - fine

Copper (1)

Metal powders sintered layer by layer with a laser (Direct Metal Laser Sintering - DMLS), enabling complex, conductive metal parts for a wide range of applications.

  • Pure copper

Nickel alloys (3)

Metal powders sintered layer by layer with a laser (Direct Metal Laser Sintering - DMLS), offering excellent corrosion resistance and high-temperature performance for demanding industrial applications.

  • Inconel 625 - standard
  • Inconel 718 - standard
  • Inconel 718 - fine

Steel (8+)

Metal powders sintered layer by layer using a laser (Direct Metal Laser Sintering – DMLS), producing strong, durable components with various mechanical properties, including for applications involving high temperatures and corrosive gases. More than 8 materials available, including:

  • 316L - standard
  • 316L - fine
  • 17-4 PH - standard
  • Maraging steel 1.2709

Titanium alloys (1)

Metal powders sintered layer by layer with a laser (Direct Metal Laser Sintering - DMLS) or an electron beam (Electron Beam Melting - EBM), producing lightweight components with excellent corrosion resistance and dynamic performance.

  • Ti6Al4V - standard

Our team of experts is at your disposal

Our engineers support you in material selection, optimising the part for metal 3D printing, and defining the required post-processes and inspections.

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Finishing options for 3D printed parts

Painting

Aesthetic finish and part protection with custom painting on request.

Final result:
  • Uniform aesthetic finish
  • Customisable colour
  • Greater surface protection

Anodising

Anodising for corrosion protection and colouring of 3D-printed aluminium parts.

Final result:
  • Greater corrosion resistance
  • More wear-resistant surface
  • Customisable aesthetic finish

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Quality control and testing for 3D printing

CMM dimensional inspection

Uses a Coordinate Measuring Machine to measure the geometric characteristics of an object with high precision.

Optical scanning - 3D scanning

Uses optical measurement techniques to create a digital 3D model, which is used to compare and verify tolerances.

2D X-ray inspection

Uses X-ray imaging to examine the internal structure of objects, identifying defects and ensuring structural integrity.

Computed Tomography (CT)

Uses computed tomography to create detailed cross-sectional images of an object, enabling in-depth inspection of its internal features.

Density testing

Measures material density to ensure it meets specified standards and quality requirements.

Leak testing

Checks sealed systems or components for leaks to ensure they are airtight and function correctly.

Pressure testing

Subjects parts to pressure to verify their strength and integrity, ensuring they can withstand different operating conditions.

Why choose MadeInAdd

Instant quote

With our 3D printing service, whenever you request a quote, we provide at least one alternative solution.

Confidentiality

We have implemented strict data protection and security measures for all your 3D printing projects to ensure maximum confidentiality.

Wide choice

With MadeInAdd, you have access to 10 3D printing technologies and a wide range of post-processing options and finishes.

Certified quality

Advanced quality control processes ensure your 3D-printed parts are produced to specification.

Expert consulting

Tailored business and engineering consulting to help get your ideas ready for production.

Large manufacturing partner network

Our qualified network of manufacturing partners across Italy gives you access to unlimited capacity, shorter lead times, and the best price.

Comparison of 3D printing technologies

Technology Max. size Min. detail size Min. wall thickness Tolerance Description
DMLS Metal 500×280×340 mm 0.6-0.8 mm 0.22 mm ±0.25 (≤15mm); ±0.5 (>15mm) Similar to Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), but uses metal powders to produce high-strength, intricate metal parts, suitable for functional prototypes and end-use components in aerospace, medical and automotive.
SLS Plastic 680×380×540 mm 0.8 mm 0.7-1.3 mm ±0.3% (±0.3mm) Uses a laser to fuse powdered materials layer by layer, ideal for durable, complex parts without support structures. Widely used in aerospace, automotive and medical.
SLA Plastic 1350×750×500 mm 0.2-0.5 mm 1-3 mm ±0.2% (min. 0.2 mm) Uses a UV laser to cure liquid resin into solid layers, ideal for highly detailed, smooth, intricate parts. Widely used for detailed prototypes and complex designs in jewellery and dentistry.
MJF Plastic 380×284×380 mm 0.5 mm 0.3-0.5 mm ±0.3% (±0.2 mm) Uses multiple jets to apply fusing agents onto powder, which is then fused by heating elements. Delivers high-resolution functional parts with short lead times, often used in aerospace, automotive and consumer goods.
Polyjet Plastic 490×380×200 mm 1.2-2 mm 1 mm ±0.1% Jets liquid photopolymer resin and cures it layer by layer with UV light, enabling highly detailed, multi-material parts with different properties. Popular for prototyping and colour-rich complex models in medical modelling, consumer goods and electronics.
FDM Plastic 914×690×914 mm 1.2-1.5 mm 1.5 mm ±0.5% (±0.5 mm) Uses a heated nozzle to extrude thermoplastic filament layer by layer, ideal for durable functional prototypes. Commonly used in manufacturing, automotive and consumer products.
DLP Plastic 510×280×350 mm 0.5 mm 1 mm ±0.30 mm < 100mm; ±0.3% > 100 mm Uses a digital light projector to cure liquid resin layer by layer, providing fast, precise, high-resolution prints. Commonly used in dentistry, jewellery and high-definition prototypes.
Large Scale Plastic 2500×2500×4000 mm 3 mm — ±5 mm/m Refers to 3D printing technologies designed to create large objects or structures, such as industrial machine parts or architectural models, with an emphasis on size and structural integrity.
DED Metal 1200×800×600 mm — — — Uses an energy beam to melt and deposit metal powders or wires, ideal for repairing or adding features to metal parts in aerospace and manufacturing.
Binder Jet Metal 430×310×150 mm — — ±3% Deposits a binding agent onto a powder bed to form parts, which are then sintered. Useful for producing complex, cost-effective parts, often used in automotive, aerospace, consumer goods and jewellery.

Technology

DMLS

Metal
Max. size
500×280×340 mm
Min. detail size
0.6-0.8 mm
Min. wall thickness
0.22 mm
Tolerance
±0.25 (≤15mm); ±0.5 (>15mm)
Description

Similar to Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), but uses metal powders to produce high-strength, intricate metal parts, suitable for functional prototypes and end-use components in aerospace, medical and automotive.

Technology

SLS

Plastic
Max. size
680×380×540 mm
Min. detail size
0.8 mm
Min. wall thickness
0.7-1.3 mm
Tolerance
±0.3% (±0.3mm)
Description

Uses a laser to fuse powdered materials layer by layer, ideal for durable, complex parts without support structures. Widely used in aerospace, automotive and medical.

Technology

SLA

Plastic
Max. size
1350×750×500 mm
Min. detail size
0.2-0.5 mm
Min. wall thickness
1-3 mm
Tolerance
±0.2% (min. 0.2 mm)
Description

Uses a UV laser to cure liquid resin into solid layers, ideal for highly detailed, smooth, intricate parts. Widely used for detailed prototypes and complex designs in jewellery and dentistry.

Technology

MJF

Plastic
Max. size
380×284×380 mm
Min. detail size
0.5 mm
Min. wall thickness
0.3-0.5 mm
Tolerance
±0.3% (±0.2 mm)
Description

Uses multiple jets to apply fusing agents onto powder, which is then fused by heating elements. Delivers high-resolution functional parts with short lead times, often used in aerospace, automotive and consumer goods.

Technology

Polyjet

Plastic
Max. size
490×380×200 mm
Min. detail size
1.2-2 mm
Min. wall thickness
1 mm
Tolerance
±0.1%
Description

Jets liquid photopolymer resin and cures it layer by layer with UV light, enabling highly detailed, multi-material parts with different properties. Popular for prototyping and colour-rich complex models in medical modelling, consumer goods and electronics.

Technology

FDM

Plastic
Max. size
914×690×914 mm
Min. detail size
1.2-1.5 mm
Min. wall thickness
1.5 mm
Tolerance
±0.5% (±0.5 mm)
Description

Uses a heated nozzle to extrude thermoplastic filament layer by layer, ideal for durable functional prototypes. Commonly used in manufacturing, automotive and consumer products.

Technology

DLP

Plastic
Max. size
510×280×350 mm
Min. detail size
0.5 mm
Min. wall thickness
1 mm
Tolerance
±0.30 mm < 100mm; ±0.3% > 100 mm
Description

Uses a digital light projector to cure liquid resin layer by layer, providing fast, precise, high-resolution prints. Commonly used in dentistry, jewellery and high-definition prototypes.

Technology

Large Scale

Plastic
Max. size
2500×2500×4000 mm
Min. detail size
3 mm
Min. wall thickness
—
Tolerance
±5 mm/m
Description

Refers to 3D printing technologies designed to create large objects or structures, such as industrial machine parts or architectural models, with an emphasis on size and structural integrity.

Technology

DED

Metal
Max. size
1200×800×600 mm
Min. detail size
—
Min. wall thickness
—
Tolerance
—
Description

Uses an energy beam to melt and deposit metal powders or wires, ideal for repairing or adding features to metal parts in aerospace and manufacturing.

Technology

Binder Jet

Metal
Max. size
430×310×150 mm
Min. detail size
—
Min. wall thickness
—
Tolerance
±3%
Description

Deposits a binding agent onto a powder bed to form parts, which are then sintered. Useful for producing complex, cost-effective parts, often used in automotive, aerospace, consumer goods and jewellery.

3D printing FAQ

How can I reduce the cost of 3D printing?

To reduce the cost of your 3D printing project, MadeInAdd offers several strategies, such as design optimisation, material selection and batch printing to maximise production efficiency. Our team can provide tailored recommendations based on your specific project requirements to help you reduce costs without compromising quality.

How do you ensure the quality of my 3D-printed parts?

We ensure the quality of your 3D-printed parts through rigorous quality control processes. From material selection and print parameters to post-processing and testing, our ecosystem follows industry best practices to deliver parts that meet or exceed your expectations. We use advanced testing methods and high-quality post-processing to ensure the durability, accuracy and consistency of your 3D-printed parts.

How do you ensure the confidentiality of my 3D-printed parts?

Protecting our customers’ intellectual property is a top priority for MadeInAdd. We have strict confidentiality protocols in place to protect sensitive information and proprietary designs. Our team members are bound by non-disclosure agreements, and we implement secure data management practices to prevent unauthorised access or misuse of intellectual property. We are also open to discussing customised agreements or additional measures to address specific concerns and ensure the highest level of protection for our customers.

How can I improve the design of my parts for 3D printing?

We offer design optimisation services to help improve the functionality, efficiency and manufacturability of your parts for 3D printing. Our team of experienced engineers can provide recommendations for optimising designs for specific printing technologies, materials and applications. By combining advanced simulation tools with our additive manufacturing expertise, we can improve the performance and quality of your 3D-printed parts while reducing costs and lead times.

How much does 3D printing cost?

The cost of 3D printing depends on several factors, including design complexity, material, printing technology and the number of parts required. MadeInAdd offers transparent pricing based on these factors, with tailored quotes according to your project requirements. Our team can provide detailed cost estimates and recommendations to help you understand the cost implications and make informed decisions about your 3D printing projects.

What are the benefits of 3D printing?

3D printing offers several benefits, including rapid prototyping, design flexibility, cost-effectiveness for low-volume production and customisation. MadeInAdd specialises in using these advantages to help accelerate product development, reduce time to market and unlock new opportunities for innovation. Whether you need prototypes, custom parts or more efficient supply chain processes, 3D printing offers significant benefits that can transform your business operations and help create a competitive advantage.

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