Additive Manufacturing calculator
3D Printed Part Cost Calculator
A printed part cost should combine material, machine time, direct labor, post-processing, scrap allowance, and overhead. This calculator rolls a per-part variable cost and fixed adders into a total cost and cost per part for quoting or production review.
What this calculator does
- Estimate total printed-part cost from batch quantity, variable cost per part, setup labor, and overhead burden.
- an estimator or buyer needs a clear cost basis for additive-manufactured parts
- Returns total job cost and effective cost per accepted printed part.
Formula used
- Variable part cost = accepted quantity × variable cost per part
- Total printed part cost = variable part cost + setup/labor + overhead burden
Inputs explained
- Accepted part quantity: undefined
- Variable cost per part: undefined
- Setup and labor cost: undefined
- Overhead and burden: undefined
How to use the result
- Use it for service bureau quotes, supplier comparisons, internal transfer prices, and production launch costing.
- The result is only as complete as the included cost elements; add inspection, heat treatment, freight, warranty, and failure risk when relevant.
Common questions
- What belongs in variable cost per part? Include material, machine time, and repeatable labor or consumables that scale with each accepted part.
- Where should failed builds go? Include expected failure cost in overhead, variable cost, or the print failure cost calculator.
- Can this compare AM to machining? Yes, if both cost models include comparable labor, material, overhead, and quality requirements.
- How do I use the result? Use cost per part as the basis for quote price, margin review, and make-versus-buy decisions.
Last reviewed 2026-05-12.