NORTH STAR 3D PRINT

FDM 3D PRINTING · NORTH WEST ENGLAND

3D printing,
from your
model.

Send us your model and tell us what you need.
We’ll review the file and send you a quote.

MODEL → PRINTED PARTFDM / 3D
Technical diagram of the 256 by 256 by 256 millimetre print volume
256 × 256 × 256 mm build volume.
Model fit reviewed before quoting.
ONE-OFFS / PROTOTYPES / SMALL BATCHESSTL & 3MF · UP TO 100 MBNORTH WEST ENGLAND

01 / WHAT WE PRINT

Your model.
A physical part.

FDM printing for the part you’re developing, replacing or making for the first time.

Single parts

One part, printed from your model.

Prototypes

Try the shape and fit before your next iteration.

Small batches

Multiple copies, with details agreed before printing.

02 / HOW IT WORKS

From file
to finished part.

The model is the starting point.
We’ll check the details before anything is printed.

01

Upload your model

Send an STL or 3MF file. Include the quantity and tell us what the part is for.

02

We review and quote

We check the model, material and print requirements, then send you a price.

03

Approve, then we print

We agree the details and timing with you before your parts are printed.

03 / MATERIALS

Choose the
material for
the job.

PLA, PETG, ABS and ASA are available. Tell us how the part will be used and we can help you choose.

Not sure what to use? ↓
MATERIALTYPICAL USES

PLA

Everyday prototyping

Concept models, display pieces and parts used at room temperature.

PETG

Tough, practical parts

Functional prototypes, brackets and parts needing more toughness than PLA.

ABS

For more demanding uses

Enclosures and functional parts where greater heat resistance is useful.

ASA

Outdoor applications

Parts exposed to sunlight and weather, subject to their design and use.

Material suitability depends on the part and its working conditions.

04 / YOUR MODEL FILE

A model and
a few details.

You don’t need to choose every print setting. We’ll review the file with you.

STL / 3MF

One model file per enquiry.
Maximum upload size: 100 MB.

Useful details to include

  • Intended dimensions
  • Quantity and use
  • Colour or material preference

Build volume: 256 × 256 × 256 mm. Orientation, supports and usable clearance can affect fit. We check this manually before quoting.

05 / A LITTLE GUIDANCE

Not sure about
the material?

Tell us what your part needs to do.
We’ll help you choose a suitable filament.

Choose “Not sure — please advise” and add any questions to your enquiry.

Send your model for advice and a quote ↓

06 / GET A QUOTE

Send us
your model.

Tell us what you need printed. We’ll check the file and come back with a price.

Reviewed by a real person

We consider the model, material, supports and print time when preparing your quote.

This is an enquiry. Printing starts once the quote and details are agreed.

Drop your model here, or choose a file

STL or 3MF · Max 100 MB

Your model is private and used to review your enquiry. How we handle your information.