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Shapeways
https://www.shapeways.com
Overview
Shapeways offers professional 3D printing services with a wide range of materials — useful for product prototypes before committing to injection molding in China.
Best for
High-quality 3D printed prototypes
Pricing
Per-part pricing
Pros
- Many materials
- Quality finishes
- Easy upload
Cons
- Expensive per part
- Not for mass production
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