This template is for small sellers and custom 3D print jobs. Use it to send clear, consistent quotes without spending time rebuilding the format each time.
What a Good 3D Print Quote Should Include
- Item / part name: what the customer is actually buying.
- Material: PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, resin, etc.
- Print time: estimated hours per part.
- Finishing / post-processing: sanding, painting, assembly, support removal.
- Quantity: total number of parts.
- Turnaround time: when the order will be ready.
- Shipping or pickup: cost and method.
- Total price: the full amount due.
Before you start production, use the 3D print order checklist to confirm the details.
Simple Quote Template (Copy and Paste)
Copy, paste, and replace the brackets with your job details.
Quote for: [Customer Name] Project: [Part / Item Name] Material: [PLA / PETG / ABS / TPU] Color: [Color] Quantity: [Number of parts] Print time per part: [Hours] Finishing: [None / Support removal / Sanding / Painting] Turnaround time: [Date or number of days] Shipping or pickup: [Method + cost] Total price: [Amount] Deposit (optional): [Amount] Notes: [Tolerances, fit, usage, or constraints]
How to Price Custom 3D Print Jobs
Base your quote on real costs: material, power, time, and post-processing. Add a buffer for reprints and a margin that makes the job worth it. Consistency matters more than perfection.
If you want the larger system behind quotes, approvals, and repeat jobs, use the 3D Printing Software & Workflow Guide.
Use a Calculator Before Sending the Quote
If you want consistent pricing, the 3D print cost, price, and profit calculator helps you estimate costs and set a baseline before you send a quote.
Use it when you change materials, adjust margins, or price a job you have not done before.
If the quote depends on a machine you have not chosen yet, compare 3D printers side by side before you commit to speed, capacity, or pricing assumptions.
If You Need Help Deciding What to Charge
Start with How Much Should You Charge for 3D Prints? for a simple step-by-step walkthrough with examples.
FAQ
Should I include a deposit?
For custom or one-off jobs, a small deposit helps protect your time and material.
How detailed should a quote be?
Clear enough to avoid confusion: material, quantity, finishing, and timeline.
Should I list shipping separately?
Yes. Keep it separate so customers see the production cost clearly.