3D Printing Cost Calculator

Calculator

Enter your values

Print Weight (g)

Filament Cost ($/kg)

Time (hrs)

Power (W)

Rate ($/kWh)

Analysis

Interpretation of the current calculator output

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How to Use

Step-by-step instructions

1Enter the weight of the print (grams).
2Enter the cost of your filament spool ($/kg).
3Enter the print time (hours).
4Enter your electricity rate ($/kWh) and printer power (Watts).
5The calculator will estimate the total cost.

Total Cost

Sums the cost of filament used and electricity consumed during the print.

Cost = Material + Energy

Variables:

Material(Weight / 1000) × Price/kg

Energy(Watts × Hours / 1000) × Rate

Example

Small Part

Inputs:

Weight:50g

Filament:$25/kg

Time:4 hrs

Power:200W

Steps:

1.Material = (50 * 25) / 1000 = $1.25
2.Energy = (200 * 4 / 1000) * 0.15 = 0.8 kWh * 0.15 = $0.12
3.Total = 1.25 + 0.12 = $1.37

Result:

$1.37

Frequently Asked Questions

What about machine depreciation?

This calculator only covers variable costs (material and energy). For commercial pricing, you should add a markup for machine wear, labor, and failure rate.