3D Price

Filament cost calculator

Calculate filament cost, then add everything filament misses.

Start with grams and price per kilogram to get the material cost. Then use 3D Price to include the rest of the job: machine time, electricity, wear, labor, failure risk and margin.

Inputs

What 3D Price calculates.

Material type
Price per kg
Weight in grams
Failure rate
Print time and printer power
Margin and minimum order

The simple filament formula

Material cost equals price per kilogram divided by 1000, multiplied by grams used. 3D Price does that instantly and keeps it visible in the breakdown.

Why filament cost is only the start

A job can be material-light but time-heavy. Long prints still consume electricity, machine life and risk, even when the grams look cheap.

Use slicer data when possible

G-code can often provide the grams used. When it cannot, enter the weight from your slicer and keep the rest of the pricing model intact.

FAQ

Questions about filament cost calculator.

How do I calculate filament cost?

Divide the filament price per kg by 1000 and multiply by the grams used.

Can I use resin too?

Yes. The calculator includes a resin material type and editable price per kg.

Does this estimate print time?

For mesh files it can create a rough time estimate, but slicer time or G-code metadata is better.

Try it now

Use the free calculator before you send the next quote.

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