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i.materialise
https://i.materialise.com
Overview
i.materialise is an online 3D printing service offering dozens of materials from plastics to metals — ideal for producing functional prototypes before committing to Chinese injection-molding tooling.
Best for
High-quality 3D printed prototypes in many materials
Pricing
Quote per print
Pros
- Wide material selection
- Good finish quality
- Online quoting
Cons
- Costlier than Chinese prototyping
- Lead times for shipping
- Size limits
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