How It Works — Solidium3D Instant 3D Print Quote

How our instant quote tool works

Upload one or more STL files, configure how each part should print, and get a live price per part. Add items to the cart on the right, then check out or request a quote review. The previews below mirror the current online quote tool layout: Models on the left, Print Options in the centre, and Cart on the right.

The layout at a glance

On desktop the tool is three columns. On a phone the same panels stack, but the workflow is identical.

Models
Your uploaded files as model cards — each with its own quantity, live price, and add-to-cart control. ADD FILES at the bottom; optional ADD ALL PARTS TO CART when several parts are ready.
Print Options
3D preview, material, colour swatch, layer height, infill, and post-production for the selected part. Apply these settings to all parts copies options across every upload.
Cart
Running order summary, shipping options, setup fee, CHECK OUT, plus Request quote review and Email me this quote when you are not ready to pay yet.

Four steps to your quote

  1. Upload your models

    Drop STL files into ADD FILES (or drag onto the page). Each file becomes its own card, measured automatically.

  2. Configure each part

    Select a card, set material, colour, layer height, infill and any post-production in Print Options.

  3. Set quantities & compare bulk pricing

    Use the − / + stepper on each card. Bulk discounts apply automatically; open Show bulk price to see the tier table.

  4. Add to cart & check out

    Tap the cart icon on each card (or use ADD ALL PARTS TO CART), review the Cart column, then CHECK OUT or request a quote.

Step 1 — Upload your models

In the Models panel, click ADD FILES or drag STL files anywhere on the quote page. Upload one part or many at once — each up to 128 MB.

Every file becomes its own model card with thumbnail, specs, quantity stepper, live price, and add-to-cart control. Click a card to select it (blue outline + pencil icon) and open it in the 3D preview.

Clear all in the Models header removes every uploaded file from the list (it does not empty the cart). The bin on each card's right edge deletes that one upload.

Check your size. STL files sometimes export at the wrong scale. Confirm the dimensions on the card match the real part — that is what we print and price.
Models 2
V3 Horizontal Part B v3.stl
FDMPETG
Black
0.15mm25%
229 × 27 × 32 mm
$34.10
$34.10 / per part
base support.stl
FDMPETG
Black
0.15mm25%
89 × 111 × 115 mm
$39.60
$39.60 / per part
ADD FILES or drag and drop · STL up to 128 MB

Step 2 — Print Options for the selected part

Print Options
V3 Horizontal Part A v3.stl
Size: 277 x 34 x 130 mm
Volume: 345.42 cm³
277 × 34 × 130 mm | 13.3k triangles

Preview colour is indicative only — the actual printed colour may vary.

FDM Functional thermoplastic parts for prototypes, fixtures and small-batch production.
PETG (Strong and Functional)

Moisture-resistant. Good for functional parts.

Black
Standard Quality 0.15mm

A standard, well-rounded finish for most functional parts. The best balance of finish and value.

25% Infill
Optional finishing steps (when enabled in admin) appear here as checkboxes.

Click a model card to select it. The active card gets a blue border and a small pencil beside the file name. Its mesh opens in the 3D preview with name, size and volume overlaid in the corner (and triangle count along the bottom edge).

In Print Options you set:

  • Technology — currently FDM for most jobs.
  • Material — strength, heat and finish trade-offs.
  • Color — swatch picker with live preview tint on the model.
  • Layer thickness — finer layers = smoother surface.
  • Filling (infill) — how solid the inside is.
  • Post production — optional finishing when available.

Printing several parts the same way? Click Apply these settings to all parts to copy material, colour, layer and infill to every upload. Quantities stay per-part.

If a part exceeds our build volume, a red Exceeds build volume · manual quote chip appears on the card and instant checkout is disabled for that part — use Request quote review instead.

Pick a material to see what it is best for

Tap a material below.

Tap any material above to see what it is best for.

Layer thickness — the finish

Thinner layers look smoother but take longer. Tap an option:

Filling (infill) — how solid the inside is

More infill = stronger and heavier. Tap an option:

Rule of thumb: for most prototypes, Standard Quality 0.15 mm with 25% infill balances finish, strength and price. Increase infill only when the part carries load.

Step 3 — Quantity & bulk pricing

Each model card has its own − / + quantity stepper. The large figure on the right is the line total for that part (inc GST); the grey line beneath is price per part. Both update as you change quantity or options.

Bulk discounts apply automatically as quantity rises — no coupon code. Typical tiers are 5+ (5% off), 10+ (10% off), 25+ (15% off) and 50+ (20% off) (exact tiers may vary; your tool shows the live table).

Tap Show bulk price under the stepper to expand the tier table on that card. The row for your current quantity is highlighted.

If you change quantity after a part is already in the cart, the green check reverts to the cart icon — tap it again to add the updated configuration.

Setup Fee: a one-off per-order fee (inc GST) appears in the Cart column once items are added. It is waived automatically when your items subtotal reaches the configured threshold (see below).
Models1
V3 Horizontal Part A v3.stl
FDMPETG
Black
0.15mm25%
277 × 34 × 130 mm× 7
$882.63
$126.09 / per part
1–4 units$132.00no discount
5+ units$126.095% off
10+ units$118.8010% off
25+ units$112.2015% off
50+ units$105.6020% off

Step 4 — Cart, shipping & checkout

The Cart column on the right is your running order. It is separate from the Models list — adding parts does not remove them from your uploads.

  1. Configure a part in Print Options and set its quantity on the model card.
  2. Add to cart using the cart icon on the card's right rail (top half). While adding, a spinner shows; when done, a green check confirms it is in the cart.
  3. Repeat for each part, or use ADD ALL PARTS TO CART at the bottom of Models when every ready part should go in at once.
  4. Review line items, shipping, setup fee and total in Cart, then CHECK OUT.

Two different remove actions:

  • Clear all (Models header) — deletes uploaded files from the list.
  • Clear cart (Cart header) — empties the WooCommerce cart but keeps your uploads so you can re-add with different options.
  • Bin on the card rail (bottom half) — deletes that upload entirely (and removes it from cart if it was added).

Enter your postcode in the Shipping section to see carrier rates. Order notes (PO number, tolerances, end use…) sit above checkout.

Not ready to pay? After at least one item is in the cart, use Request quote review or Email me this quote (sign-in required). Every order is reviewed before printing.

Cart 2
V3 Horizontal Part B v3.stl
FDM · PETG · Black · 0.15mm · 25% · qty 1
$34.10
base support.stl
FDM · PETG · Black · 0.15mm · 25% · qty 3
$112.20
Shipping

Add $15.90 more to qualify for free shipping.

Free Shipping
Australia Post Standard — $11.00
Items subtotal$146.30
Setup Fee$20.00
Shipping$11.00
Cart Total: GST included 10%$177.30
Estimated lead time:3–5 business days
PO number, special requirements, tolerances, end use…

Secure checkout · Printed in our Melbourne factory · ABN 79 669 377 306

When a part needs manual review

Most parts get an instant price. Very large parts (beyond our standard build volume), unusually complex geometry, or high quantities may flag Request quote review — we confirm the best price and printability before you pay.

You can still configure the part normally. If checkout is blocked for review, use Request quote review from the Cart column. Nothing is printed until the quote is confirmed.

Save on Setup Fee and shipping

Both thresholds use your items subtotal (parts only, inc GST, before shipping).

Setup Fee waived at $250 items subtotal

The per-order Setup Fee shows as WAIVED in Cart once your items subtotal reaches $250 (inc GST).

Under $250 — Setup Fee applies
Items subtotal$180.00
Setup Fee$20.00
Cart Total incl GST$200.00
$250+ — Setup Fee waived
Items subtotal$260.00
Setup FeeWAIVED
Cart Total incl GST$260.00

Free shipping at $160 items subtotal

Reach $160 items subtotal and standard delivery becomes free. Below that, Cart shows how much more you need with a progress bar.

Shipping — approaching free threshold

Add $15.90 more to qualify for free shipping.

Shipping — free delivery unlocked

Your order qualifies for free shipping!

Best value: an items subtotal of $250+ typically gets you both waived setup fee and free shipping. Combining several parts in one order is the easiest way to get there.

Frequently asked questions

Tap any question to expand.

What file type do I upload?

.STL files only, up to 128 MB each. Drag onto the page or use ADD FILES in the Models panel.

Do I need an account to see prices?

No — upload, configure and see full pricing without signing in. Account details are collected at checkout or when you email/request a quote.

Which material should I choose?

PLA+ for prototypes and display; PETG for everyday functional parts; ABS/ASA for heat or outdoor use; nylon and carbon-fibre grades for demanding jobs; TPU for flexible parts. Use the material picker above or email us for advice.

Why did the price change when I changed a setting?

Price reflects real material use, print time and complexity for your exact mesh and options. Material, colour, layer height, infill and quantity all update the live server price.

How do bulk discounts work?

Each model card has its own quantity. As quantity crosses a tier, the per-part price on that card drops automatically. Tap Show bulk price on the card to see all tiers.

Can I add several parts at once?

Yes — use ADD ALL PARTS TO CART at the bottom of Models when every configured part is ready, or add one at a time with the cart icon on each card.

What is the difference between Clear all and Clear cart?

Clear all removes uploaded files from the Models list. Clear cart empties the order in the Cart column but keeps your uploads so you can adjust options and re-add.

How accurate is the instant price?

It is calculated server-side from your STL geometry and selected options. Every order is still reviewed before printing; if anything needs attention we contact you before production.

Can I get help before ordering?

Yes — Request quote review sends your whole cart to our team, or email [email protected].

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