A good 3D printing quote needs more than a part count. It needs the selected production settings, materials, machine fit, print time, finishing requirements, labor, and the commercial terms that turn a cost estimate into a client-ready price.
Start with the customer request
Capture the job description first, then add production or reference files when available. For production files, record the method, quantity, material, machine, nozzle, infill, supports, and orientation choices that matter for the quote.
- Begin before every detail is production-ready
- Keep quantities tied to each uploaded part
- Use locked sliced-file totals when available
Turn the whole job into a quote
Use file analysis and quick questions to surface the details that materially affect cost, such as design work, post-processing, assembly, calibration, shipping, and required dates.
- Separate production cost from final price
- Keep assumptions visible for review
- Apply shop-specific rates and rules
Review before sending
The operator remains in control. Review costs, apply a deliberate price adjustment if needed, acknowledge the final review, then create the client communication or invoice.
- Editable pricing calculations
- Client-ready summary and terms
- No internal economics in the client PDF