3D Print Order Checklist
This checklist helps small sellers avoid missed details, rework, and late deliveries before accepting or producing an order.
What to confirm before accepting an order
- File readiness: final model version and printable condition.
- Material: type and color agreed with the buyer.
- Size: exact dimensions or scale confirmed.
- Quantity: number of parts and spares.
- Finish: sanding, painting, assembly, or raw print.
- Turnaround time: realistic deadline for production and shipping.
- Shipping / pickup: method, address, and cost.
- Revision expectations: what changes are included.
- Price and payment: total price, deposit, and due date.
A simple pre-production checklist
- File is final and ready to print.
- Material and color are confirmed.
- Size and orientation are approved.
- Quantity and delivery date are locked.
- Finish requirements are clear.
- Shipping or pickup details are confirmed.
- Price, deposit, and payment terms are agreed.
Common mistakes sellers make before production
- Starting prints before the file is final.
- Missing size or scale changes buried in messages.
- Quoting without a clear finish or turnaround.
- Skipping a written approval step.
- Not clarifying revision limits before production.
If you need help pricing the order
Use these to set a consistent baseline before quoting:
If you need a quote structure first
Start with the 3D print quote template to keep quotes consistent.
If you want a better workflow
For the broader system behind quotes, approvals, and repeat jobs, start with the 3D Printing Software & Workflow Guide.
FAQ
Should I require a deposit before printing?
For custom work, a small deposit protects your time and material.
How detailed should the order checklist be?
Detailed enough to prevent rework: file version, material, size, finish, and delivery terms.
What if the customer changes the design after approval?
Pause production, update the file version, and confirm the new price and timeline.
Do I need written approval?
Yes. A written confirmation avoids scope creep and protects your margin.