How it works
From a need or a finished file to design, manufacturing and delivery. One account can be used as a customer, designer and print provider.
Beta: payments are disabled. You can post requests and receive bids. The payment flow described below applies only when payments are enabled.
If you need something printed
- 01Start with a finished 3D file, photos of a broken part or a description of your idea.
- 02Without a printable file, your request goes to designers first. Describe its use and dimensions; materials can be recommended later.
- 03Once a printable file is ready, compare manufacturing bids and agree on material, tolerances and delivery.
- 04Accept a bid and agree on the next step. Payments through PrintBid3D are disabled during beta.
- 05Review the result photos and measurements, then document whether the delivery is approved.
For designers and print providers
- 01Describe your skills and equipment in your profile. You can design, manufacture or do both.
- 02Designers prepare printable models. Print providers choose manufacturing jobs matching their equipment and calibration requirements.
- 03Document tolerance checkpoints as you go — measurements plus photos.
- 04Ship or hand over locally, request approval and document completion. Payments are disabled during beta.
If something goes wrong
Objective evidence first: mesh analysis, tolerances and photos. If you still disagree, five randomly selected jurors with strong ratings vote. The majority decides and the decision is final and binding for both sides.
Terms & disputes