July 3, 2026
Commercial waybill for 3D printing: when you need one and what goes in it
When a 3D printing business needs a commercial waybill for shipping, what to include, and how it differs from an act and an invoice.
July 3, 2026
Paperwork for a 3D printing business: invoice, contract, waybill, act
A rundown of every document you'll need when you print for sale: invoice, service contract, commercial waybill, act, and proposal. With a live editable demo.
July 3, 2026
How to Calculate 3D Printing Cost (With Formula)
A step-by-step formula for 3D printing cost: material, electricity, printer depreciation — with a worked example.
July 3, 2026
Drafting a service contract for 3D printing: what to include
What a 3D-printing service contract (public offer) should cover: parties, scope, deadlines, payment, and liability for defects — section by section.
July 2, 2026
How Much Electricity Does a 3D Printer Use?
How many kWh a 3D printer draws per print, and how to factor electricity into your pricing correctly — with formula and example.
July 1, 2026
3D Printer Depreciation: Pricing It Into Every Print
Why 3D printer depreciation can't be skipped when pricing a print, and how to calculate it from lifetime hours — with formula and example.
June 30, 2026
3D Printing Pricing Models Compared: By Weight, By Time, or Hybrid
Should you price 3D prints by material weight, by print time, or a hybrid of both? A practical comparison with when each model breaks down.
June 29, 2026
Selling 3D Prints on Etsy: Pricing and Fees
What to factor into your price when selling 3D printed items on Etsy: listing fees, transaction fees, payment processing, and shipping.
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