Materials Guide

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Materials

We print in a range of resins, each selected for a specific type of job. The material choice comes down to three things:
 what the part needs to do, what it needs to look like, and what environment it will live in.

RESIN

Resin

Best For:

Key Qualities

Standard Resin

Detailed, accurate prints

High precision, low shrinkage

Nylon-Like Resin

Strong, flexible parts

High toughness, low odour

Tech Blu-Tough Resin

Durable, impact-resistant parts

Enhanced toughness, smooth finish

Water Washable Resin

Easy post-processing, eco-friendly

Water washable, fast curing

Standard Resin

Reliable, high-quality prints

High accuracy, balanced toughness

Standard Resin

General-purpose printing

High precision, fast curing, vibrant colours

FDM FILAMENTS

Filament

Best For:

Key Qualities

PLA – Standard Filament

Display models, prototypes, decorative parts

Excellent detail, cost-effective, easy to print

PLA+ – Enhanced Filament

Everyday functional parts

Improved strength, durable, excellent finish

PETG – Engineering Filament

Functional parts, brackets, enclosures

Strong, chemical resistant, moisture resistant

ASA – UV Resistant Filament

Outdoor products, automotive parts

UV stable, weather resistant, long-lasting

ABS – Industrial Filament

Engineering components, housings

Heat resistant, impact resistant, machinable

TPU – Flexible Filament

Grips, seals, protective parts

Flexible, abrasion resistant, shock absorbing

Carbon Fibre PETG

Lightweight engineering parts

High stiffness, premium finish, excellent strength

Carbon Fibre Nylon

Mechanical components

Exceptional strength, lightweight, wear resistant

Nylon (PA)

Gears, hinges, moving assemblies

Tough, low friction, impact resistant

Polycarbonate (PC)

Heavy-duty engineering parts

Extremely strong, heat resistant, high impact resistance

INDUSTRIAL METAL 3D PRINTING

Metal

Best For:

Key Qualities

Stainless Steel 316L

Marine, engineering, industrial components

Corrosion resistant, high strength

Aluminium AlSi10Mg

Lightweight engineering parts

Strong, lightweight, excellent heat dissipation

Titanium Ti6Al4V

Aerospace, motorsport, premium components

Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio

Tool Steel

Tooling, moulds, wear parts

Extremely hard, wear resistant

Copper

Electrical and thermal applications

Excellent conductivity, corrosion resistant

Inconel 718

High-temperature engineering

Heat resistant, corrosion resistant

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TESTIMONIALS

Definitely Recommend

Needed a large custom logo for my business reception area. After browsing the internet, I came across this company and sent them my logo along with a rough size. I received a quick free quote and decided to go ahead. The finished logo turned out exactly how I wanted it and looks great in the reception area. Really happy with the result!

Stuart Golding

Amazing

Had a broken bracket and contacted this company. They just asked for a photo and a few measurements, so I was a bit sceptical at first. A few weeks later, the new 3D-printed bracket arrived and fitted perfectly. Really impressed with the service and the result. Would definitely use them again!

Jacqueline Stevens

TESTIMONIALS

Definitely Recommend

Needed a large custom logo for my business reception area. After browsing the internet, I came across this company and sent them my logo along with a rough size. I received a quick free quote and decided to go ahead. The finished logo turned out exactly how I wanted it and looks great in the reception area. Really happy with the result!

Stuart Golding

Amazing

Had a broken bracket and contacted this company. They just asked for a photo and a few measurements, so I was a bit sceptical at first. A few weeks later, the new 3D-printed bracket arrived and fitted perfectly. Really impressed with the service and the result. Would definitely use them again!

Jacqueline Stevens

TESTIMONIALS

Definitely Recommend

Needed a large custom logo for my business reception area. After browsing the internet, I came across this company and sent them my logo along with a rough size. I received a quick free quote and decided to go ahead. The finished logo turned out exactly how I wanted it and looks great in the reception area. Really happy with the result!

Stuart Golding

Amazing

Had a broken bracket and contacted this company. They just asked for a photo and a few measurements, so I was a bit sceptical at first. A few weeks later, the new 3D-printed bracket arrived and fitted perfectly. Really impressed with the service and the result. Would definitely use them again!

Jacqueline Stevens

FAQ

Answers to

Your Queries

What file formats do you accept?

We accept most common 3D file formats, including STL, STEP, STP, OBJ and 3MF. For the most accurate quotes and production-ready parts, STL or STEP files are preferred. If you’re unsure whether your file is suitable, simply upload it through our instant quote system and we’ll check it for you.

Can you design from a broken part?

What’s the difference between resin and FDM printing?

Can you produce small production runs?

Do you ship internationally?

Can you sign an NDA?

What materials do you recommend?

How quickly can you turn around a prototype?

FAQ

Answers to

Your Queries

What file formats do you accept?

We accept most common 3D file formats, including STL, STEP, STP, OBJ and 3MF. For the most accurate quotes and production-ready parts, STL or STEP files are preferred. If you’re unsure whether your file is suitable, simply upload it through our instant quote system and we’ll check it for you.

What file formats do you accept?

Can you design from a broken part?

What’s the difference between resin and FDM printing?

Can you produce small production runs?

Do you ship internationally?

Can you sign an NDA?

What materials do you recommend?

How quickly can you turn around a prototype?

FAQ

Answers to

Your Queries

What file formats do you accept?

Can you design from a broken part?

What’s the difference between resin and FDM?

Can you produce small production runs?

Do you ship internationally?

Can you sign an NDA?

What materials do you recommend?

How quickly can you turn around a prototype?

AUTOMOTIVE

Obsolete Parts.

Recreated.

Precision CAD design and 3D printing for classic, specialist and custom vehicles. We recreate broken, missing and discontinued parts — from one-off components to small production runs.

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Start Your Project

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AUTOMOTIVE

Obsolete Parts.

Recreated.

Precision CAD design and 3D printing for classic, specialist and custom vehicles. We recreate broken, missing and discontinued parts — from one-off components to small production runs.

Start Your Project

Contact Us

Start Your Project

Contact Us

AUTOMOTIVE

Obsolete Parts.

Recreated.

Precision CAD design and 3D printing for classic, specialist and custom vehicles. We recreate broken, missing and discontinued parts — from one-off components to small production runs.

Start Your Project

Contact Us

Start Your Project

Contact Us